Top Creative Agencies in the United States
From Madison Avenue’s ad legacy to San Francisco’s product design culture and Los Angeles’s entertainment-first storytelling, the United States is home to world-class creative talent. U.S. agencies serve fast-moving startups and Fortune 500 brands alike, drawing from hubs like New York, Chicago, Austin, Seattle, Atlanta, and Miami, plus pipelines from top schools such as RISD, SCAD, and ArtCenter.
On Clutch, you can compare verified reviews, case studies, service focus, and budget ranges to identify the right partner for branding, campaigns, content, design, and production. Use filters to sort by city, hourly rate, industry, company size, or project scope, then review portfolios to assess creative range and results. Start with these resources:
• Creative Agencies in Los Angeles
• Creative Agencies in New York
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 103 projectsDD.NYC® is a digital design agency offering services in branding, website design, and development. The reviews are mixed, with approximately 70% positive feedback highlighting their creativity, adaptability, and project management, while around 30% describe communication and deadline challenges. Notably, 60% of reviews commend their design capabilities and organizational fit.
$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 58 projectsDuck.Design is a versatile design agency specializing in UI/UX design, website refreshes, and creative design services such as graphics and motion graphics. The company receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its efficiency, creative quality, and reliable delivery, with nearly all clients praising their professionalism and responsiveness. Common themes include a strong value for cost and high-quality outputs, though some note minor issues with time zone differences.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 56 projectsAnchour is a versatile marketing and branding agency that specializes in digital marketing, website design, SEO, and brand development. The company is highly praised for its responsiveness, collaborative spirit, and ability to integrate seamlessly with clients' teams. A significant 90% of feedback highlights Anchour's strong project management and timely delivery, while 85% of reviewers appreciate their understanding of client values and needs.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Denver, CO
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Philosophy Communication is a small PR company launched in 2001. Their services include Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dallas, TX
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Founded in 2013, Tandem Theory is a branding company. Located in Dallas, Texas, the team provides Branding and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 14 projectsSavage Creative is a branding and marketing agency known for delivering exceptional brand strategies, design, and digital content services. They receive overwhelming positive feedback, with over 90% of reviewers praising their creativity, responsiveness, and project management skills. Clients particularly appreciate their ability to understand and reflect the unique essence of each company, as well as their adherence to timelines and budgets.
$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 33 projectsPolar is a branding and digital design agency specializing in brand identity creation, website development, and strategic marketing. With consistently positive feedback, 100% of reviewers commend their creativity, effective project management, and alignment with client values. Their services are praised for increasing engagement and delivering quality outcomes, often exceeding client expectations while maintaining strong communication and cultural compatibility.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Minnetonka, MN
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Launched in 2008, SKYYA is a small PR agency located in Minnetonka, Minnesota. Their team offers Public Relations and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Springfield, MO
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Established in 2012, Campaignium is a graphic design company. The small team offers Graphic Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Forest, VA
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Prototype Advertising is a graphic design company. Launched in 2001, the team offers Graphic Design and Advertising. The agency is headquartered in Forest, Virginia and Flower Mound, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Knoxville, TN
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Moxley Carmichael is a graphic design agency located in Knoxville, Tennessee. They offer Graphic Design and Public Relations and were founded in 1992.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rochester, NY
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Valpak of Rochester Direct & Digital Marketing is a SEO company. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Advertising and were launched in 2005. The agency is headquartered in Rochester, New York.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nashville, TN
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Launched in 2006, Nomamont Advertising is a Mobile & App Marketing company. The team provides Mobile & App Marketing and Public Relations and is based in Nashville, Tennessee.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Madison, WI
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Stephan & Brady is a Madison, Wisconsin-based Advertising company. Launched in 1952, the team provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Springfield, MO
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Headquartered in Springfield, Missouri, BigPxl is a SEO services firm. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nashville, TN
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Creative Direct Marketing Group, Inc., an Advertising company, was founded in 1972. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Boonton, NJ
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Launched in 2001, The S3 Agency is an Advertising company. The small team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bethlehem, PA
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Awestruck is an Advertising company. The agency is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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Located in Miami, Florida, Artisan Agency is a branding agency. They offer Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Ice Storm Marketing is an Advertising company. They are in Los Angeles, California and have small team of experts. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Scottsdale, AZ
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Launched in 2019, ServiceLegend is a small social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Annapolis, MD
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Launched in 2006, Liquified Agency is an Advertising company. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Frederick, MD
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Headquartered in Frederick, Maryland, Postern is a branding firm. They focus on Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bingham Farms, MI
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Founded in 2007, Carbon Media Group, a small Advertising company, is in Bingham Farms, Michigan. Their services include Advertising and Content Writing Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Oakbrook Terrace, IL
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Established in 2017, LifeCycle Digital Marketing is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Evansville, IN
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MWC Advertising is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Evansville, Indiana and Knoxville, Tennessee, the firm was founded in 1958. Their services include Advertising and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Austin, TX
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Founded in 2019, Levitate Foundry is a small Austin, Texas-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Irvine, CA
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Varga Marketing is an Advertising company. They are in Irvine, California. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49El Segundo, CA
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SEO company InterEcho is based in El Segundo, California. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Video Production and were launched in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Albany, NY
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Brawn Media is an Albany, New York-based Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Newtown, CT
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Park Group Solutions is a small Advertising company founded in 2005. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49McKinney, TX
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Established in 2017, Impact Brands is a branding agency. Headquartered in McKinney, Texas, the team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Warrenton, VA
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See all 1 projectsAllen Wayne Design Studio is a marketing agency praised for its strategic sales and marketing solutions. The company received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers expressing satisfaction with their project management and client interaction. Clients particularly commend the expertise of company president Robert Pace, emphasizing a strong cultural fit and value for cost.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Redideo Studio - Creative Agency San Diego, a branding agency, is headquartered in San Diego, California. They specialize in Branding and Video Production.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999Culver City, CA
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See all 1 projectsSid Lee is a marketing agency specializing in email marketing, optimization, and A/B testing services. Overall, the feedback is positive, with clients praising their fast communication and effective collaboration. While they have achieved significant improvements in conversion and sales, some minor issues with ad copy accuracy were noted.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Culver City, CA
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Brut boutique marketing agency is a branding firm founded in 2019. The company offers Branding and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerNew York, NY
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AMPIREGRAM is a social media marketing firm. Headquartered in Belfast, Northern Ireland and Dulia Gaon, India, their team provides Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Brentwood, TN
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Sovereign Consulting, an Advertising company, is in Brentwood, Tennessee. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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Taylor West Advertising is a San Antonio, Texas-based branding agency. They specialize in Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rockford, IL
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Digital Hive Mind Inc is a Content Marketing company. Established in 2011, the agency is based in Rockford, Illinois. Their team offers Content Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fairfield, NJ
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PR company The Marcus Group is headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey. They focus on Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Activate Hype is a small Advertising company established in 2018. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Overland Park, KS
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Fusion Inbound Marketing is an Overland Park, Kansas-based Other Digital Marketing company. They offer Other Digital Marketing and Advertising and were established in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sarasota, FL
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EDG ADVERTISING AGENCY SARASOTA is an Advertising company. Their small team is located in Sarasota, Florida. Their team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stockton, CA
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SASS! Public Relations is an Advertising company. The company is located in Stockton, California. Their team specializes in Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Oswego, IL
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LimeLight Resources, Inc., a Content Marketing company, is headquartered in Oswego, Illinois. They focus on Content Marketing and Public Relations and were launched in 2010.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lancaster, SC
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Crenshaw Visions is a graphic design company. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Lancaster, South Carolina. Their team focuses on Graphic Design and Corporate Photography.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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MGA Media Group is a small social media marketing agency established in 2014. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jefferson City, MO
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High 5 Communications is a Market Research company. Headquartered in Jefferson City, Missouri, their small team provides Market Research and Advertising. The company was established in 2006.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Indian Harbour Beach, FL
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Cowbell Agency is a small Advertising company. Established in 2020, the team focuses on Advertising and Web Development.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Ogden, UT
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See all 1 projectsSandman Marketing is a marketing agency specializing in website development, social media management, and event marketing. They are praised for their timely delivery, effective communication, and alignment with clients' values, particularly sustainability. With 100% positive feedback, clients appreciate their comprehensive support and dedication to enhancing brand identity and consistency.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Mill Valley, CA
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See all 1 projectsBrandTech.co offers web design, branding, and mobile app development services, including expertise in WordPress, Python, and React Native. Overall feedback highlights the company's professionalism, technical proficiency, and effective project management. Clients appreciate their intuitive and user-friendly outputs, as well as their advisory role throughout the project's planning and design stages.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Eagan, MN
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See all 1 projectsGrowth Marketing is a CRM consulting firm specializing in CRM system management and personalized program development. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients appreciate their project management skills and extensive knowledge base. They are commended for their ability to simplify complex projects and consistently meet communication and training needs.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49College Station, TX
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See all 2 projectsAltorise // Marketing and Design Agency is a digital marketing agency renowned for its strategic brand communications and social media campaigns, with a strong focus on innovation and technology. Reviews indicate 100% positive feedback, highlighting effective project management, timely delivery, and significant improvements in engagement and reach, such as a 200% monthly growth in social media engagement.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Portland, OR
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Established in 2010, collektiv is an Advertising company. The firm specializes in Advertising and UX/UI Design.
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List of the Top 15 United States Creative Firms
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Bethesda, MD
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34/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$250,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Rochester, MI
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34.9/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Philadelphia, PA
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34.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Tucson, AZ
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35.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Milwaukee, WI
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36.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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37.8/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Addison, TX
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36.8/40.017.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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35.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Orlando, FL
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37.4/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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35.1/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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31.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Alexandria, VA
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35.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New Gloucester, ME
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38.7/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Hudson, MA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Baltimore, MD
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33/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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$50,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Chicago, IL
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Jacksonville, FL
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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34.9/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Branding & Marketing Strategy10% Advertising & Media Planning20% Creative Design & Production20% Other
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U.S. agencies combine strategic rigor with culturally relevant storytelling tailored to American audiences. You’ll benefit from teams fluent in regional nuances (for example, entertainment-driven content in Los Angeles, tech-forward design in the Bay Area, retail and CPG expertise in Chicago, and finance and media savvy in New York). Working in U.S. time zones also streamlines collaboration, live workshops, and fast approvals.
Additionally, U.S. creative shops often have deep networks in production, media, and influencer ecosystems, helping you move from concept to launch with fewer handoffs. Many are award-recognized and experienced with brand governance, accessibility, and legal standards common in North America.
Pricing varies because of factors like scope, seniority, and market. On Clutch, most U.S.-based creative firms listed charge:
- Hourly rates: $75 – $150 for boutique studios; $125 – $250+ for senior talent at established agencies
- Brand identity: $20,000 – $150,000+
- Integrated campaign: $50,000 – $500,000+
- Website design and creative: $25,000 – $200,000+
- Content production: $5,000 – $150,000+ per asset or shoot
To scope accurately, share objectives, channels, required deliverables, timelines, and internal bandwidth. Ask for options at multiple budget tiers.
U.S.-based creative agencies cover a wide range of categories, reflecting the diversity of the country’s business landscape. Many firms in America support verticals and niches such as:
- Technology and SaaS (San Francisco, Seattle, Austin)
- Entertainment, gaming, and streaming (Los Angeles)
- Finance and professional services (New York, Charlotte)
- Retail, e-commerce, and CPG (Chicago, Minneapolis)
- Healthcare and life sciences (Boston, Philadelphia)
- Travel, hospitality, and restaurants (Miami, Las Vegas)
- Nonprofit and education (Washington, DC, and university towns)
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- Poor communication practices or lack of documented process
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