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 specializing in website design, development, branding, and creative solutions. Reviews indicate a mixed performance, with approximately 70% positive feedback highlighting their creativity, adaptability, and impressive design skills, while around 30% reflect challenges with communication and project management. Clients commend their ability to understand business needs, although some note delays and miscommunication.
$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 60 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 digital marketing and branding agency known for its comprehensive services, including web design, SEO, branding, and campaign management. Across their reviews, clients highlight their exceptional project management, responsiveness, and cultural alignment, with over 80% praising their ability to deliver on time and within budget. The company's dedication to understanding client needs and their action-oriented approach are frequently noted as standout attributes.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Middletown, OH
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BakeMyBook is an Advertising company. Located in Middletown, Ohio, the company was launched in 2015. Their services include Advertising and Market Research.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Doral, FL
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Midsize branding company MarketLogic, is headquartered in Doral, Florida. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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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 design agency specializing in brand identity creation, website development, and strategic marketing. The company receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers praising their creativity, effective communication, and project management. Clients consistently highlight Polar's ability to meet deadlines and align with company values and culture, making them a trusted partner for businesses seeking innovative branding solutions.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49El Paso, TX
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Aidan James Agency is an Advertising company. Located in El Paso, Texas, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Irvine, CA
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Venture Strategic, an Advertising company, focus on Advertising and Branding. They were founded in 2011.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Tucson, AZ
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Enerjoust, an Advertising company, is headquartered in Tucson, Arizona. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Jose, CA
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Conure Media is an Advertising company founded in 2011. The company provides Advertising and Branding, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Needham, MA
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Verus Design is a branding firm. The Needham, Massachusetts-based company offers Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Seattle, WA
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TwoDot Marketing is a graphic design agency. Their small team of employees is based in Seattle, Washington. Their team provides Graphic Design and Marketing Strategy.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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Advertising company Pop Design was founded in 1999. The small team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Carrollton, TX
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Lokal Media House is a small Carrollton, Texas-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Columbia, SC
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Branding firm Maranatha Design offers Branding and Graphic Design. They were launched in 2019.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Bridgeview, IL
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A To Z Digital Marketing INC is an Advertising company in Bridgeview, Illinois and Bridgeview, Illinois. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Founded in 2016, Exalted Media Inc is a video production agency. The team provides Video Production and Content Marketing and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Greenville, SC
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Anvil Marketing Co. Is an Advertising company in Greenville, South Carolina. They provide Advertising and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Newton, MA
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Buyer Advertising is a Digital Strategy company launched in 1966. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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Founded in 2003, Wexley School for Girls is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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Tempest is a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based Email Marketing company. They specialize in Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2010.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Sausalito, CA
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Butler, Shine, Stern & Partners is a branding firm. Based in Sausalito, California and Los Angeles, California, their team specializes in Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Minneapolis, MN
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Yamamoto is an Advertising company established in 1979. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Maitland, FL
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IZEA is an Advertising company. They are based in Maitland, Florida and West Hollywood, California and have midsize team of experts. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Minneapolis, MN
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Launched in 2006, Antenna is a midsize Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Phoenix, AZ
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IWS is an Advertising company based in Phoenix, Arizona and Washington, District of Columbia. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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HCB Health is a midsize Advertising company established in 2001. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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Established in 2002, Kivvit is an Advertising company. The agency focuses on Advertising and Branding, and is midsize.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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USDM is a midsize Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Branding and were established in 1980.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bloomington, MN
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Cuneo Advertising is an Advertising company. They are located in Bloomington, Minnesota. Their team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Minneapolis, MN
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Martin Williams Advertising is a midsize Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Branding and were launched in 1947.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Dallas, TX
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70kft is an Advertising company. They were founded in 2003 and offer Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Dallas, TX
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Based in Dallas, Texas, DMNmedia is an Advertising company. Founded in 1985, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Dallas, TX
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Founded in 1983, Camelot Strategic Marketing & Media is a midsize Dallas, Texas-based Advertising company. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Jacksonville, FL
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St. John & Partners is an Advertising company. Established in 1984, the agency specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Minneapolis, MN
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StoneArch is an Advertising company. In Minneapolis, Minnesota, the firm was launched in 1984. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Minneapolis, MN
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Advertising company broadhead. Is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Launched in 2001, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Converse, TX
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Breakaway Practice is a branding firm based in Converse, Texas. They specialize in Branding and Web Design and were launched in 2006.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Mesa, AZ
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Advertising company Yo Mama Web Company was founded in 2009. The midsize team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Scottsdale, AZ
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See all 1 projectsRetailer Web Services specializes in website design and hosting solutions for retail businesses. Feedback indicates significant dissatisfaction, with clients reporting a lack of delivered services, poor communication, and unmet promises, leading to a perception that the company is primarily focused on billing rather than project completion and client satisfaction.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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DigitalMarketer is a midsize Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Branding and were established in 2001.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Addison, TX
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Splash Media, an Advertising company, is located in Addison, Texas. They focus on Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Dallas, TX
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Founded in 1995, Click Here Labs is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Established in 2001, Barbarian Group is a midsize Advertising company headquartered in New York, New York. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Advertising company Bartle Bogle Hegarty is located in New York, New York and Los Angeles, California. They specialize in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Mother New York is an Advertising company. Launched in 1996, the company is in New York, New York. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Hudson Rouge is an Advertising company in New York, New York and Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2011, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Established in 2007, Johannes Leonardo is a midsize Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Caviar is an Advertising company. In Los Angeles, California and Brussels, Belgium, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Based in Los Angeles, California and Seattle, Washington, Davis Elen is a midsize Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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Founded in 2008, LeaseLabs is a midsize San Diego, California-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Kansas City, MO
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In Kansas City, Missouri and St. Louis, Missouri, Osborn Barr is a midsize Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249St. Louis, MO
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Rodgers Townsend is an Advertising company launched in 1996. The firm specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Established in 1997, The Mark Company is a midsize Advertising company. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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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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$100,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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38.5/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$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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$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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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Orlando, FL
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37/40.018/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Baltimore, MD
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33.8/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 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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$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
U.S. Creative Services FAQs
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)
Look for case studies in your vertical showing brand lift, engagement, and business outcomes.
Define your project’s parameters — business goals, audience, requirements, etc. After that, go to Clutch to explore trusted firms and follow these 5 key steps to narrow your options:
- Shortlist by fit — Use Clutch filters for industry expertise, services, and budget alignment.
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- Evaluate team and process — Confirm senior involvement, creative strategy methods, research inputs, and production approach.
- Clarify operations — Discuss timelines, collaboration tools, feedback cadences, approvals, and change management.
- Protect your brand — Confirm IP ownership, usage rights, accessibility standards, and brand governance.
- One-size-fits-all proposals with little discovery or audience insight
- Vague scopes, missing deliverables, or unclear usage rights
- No plan for measurement, testing, or optimization
- Limited visibility into the actual team or bait-and-switch staffing
- Overpromising timelines or dramatically underpriced bids versus market norms
- Sparse portfolio evidence in your industry or channel
- Poor communication practices or lack of documented process
It's important to match with a creative team that not only has a good portfolio, but also has a spotless track record providing professional and high-quality service services. Be Thoreau when assessing your potential partners.