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 versatile digital design agency offering services such as branding, website design, and app UI/UX. The company's client feedback reflects a mixed reception, with approximately 70% of reviews highlighting creativity, professionalism, and effective project management, while around 30% indicate challenges in communication and project execution. Common themes include their adaptability and strong design skills, recognized by most clients as valuable assets.
$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 58 projectsDuck.Design is a design agency specializing in UI/UX, creative graphics, and web design services. They are consistently praised for their high-quality outputs, professional project management, and responsiveness. Over 90% of reviewers highlight their ability to improve conversion rates and user experience. Clients appreciate their efficiency and adaptability, although time zone differences occasionally pose minor challenges.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 56 projectsAnchour is a comprehensive branding and digital agency renowned for their work in web design, marketing strategy, and brand identity. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients consistently praise their responsiveness, project management, and high-quality deliverables. Approximately 70% of reviews highlight Anchour’s ability to integrate seamlessly with client teams and their commitment to understanding and enhancing brand vision.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Memphis, TN
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Carter Malone Group, an Advertising company, was established in 2003. The firm specializes in Advertising and Public Relations, and is small.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Oliver + Sons is a San Francisco, California-based branding firm. They provide Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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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 32 projectsPolar is a branding and digital design agency that excels in brand identity creation and website development. They consistently receive positive feedback for their creativity, strategic marketing expertise, and effective communication, with 100% of reviewers expressing satisfaction. Clients frequently highlight their professional project management and timely delivery, with 86% noting Polar's ability to align with company values and culture.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Swan Advertising is a small Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Branding and were launched in 1987.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Strongsville, OH
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Radius Advertising is a small branding agency based in Strongsville, Ohio. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9St. Louis, MO
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Allegra Marketing is a small print design agency. They focus on Print Design and Web Design and were launched in 1988.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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BrandQuery, LLC is a Marketing Strategy company. Established in 1992, the agency is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Their team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New Orleans, LA
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Point2point is a SEO agency headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Burlington, VT
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St Creative Group, an Advertising company, was launched in 2004. Headquartered in Burlington, Vermont, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sioux Falls, SD
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Digital Strategy company Craft & Associates Advertising and Marketing was founded in 1989. The small team focuses on Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bend, OR
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Established in 2007, Savy Agency is a small branding agency. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Redlands, CA
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Creative 7 Designs, Inc. Is a small graphic design agency located in Redlands, California. Their services include Graphic Design and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rochester, NY
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Dunn and Rice Design, a branding firm, is headquartered in Rochester, New York. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Birmingham, AL
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Wilbron Inc. Is a branding company launched in 2006. The small team provides Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wasilla, AK
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Advertising company Crystal Clear Creative, Inc. Is located in Wasilla, Alaska. Their services include Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Huntsville, AL
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BakerWoodward Communications is an Advertising company established in 2004. In Huntsville, Alabama, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lexington, KY
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Group CJ is a Marketing Strategy company based in Lexington, Kentucky. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Essex, VT
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Established in 2012, Skillet Creative is a small Advertising company headquartered in Essex, Vermont. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Farmers Branch, TX
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Dennard, Lacey & Associates is a small Farmers Branch, Texas-based graphic design company. Their services include Graphic Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Salem, OR
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Graphic design agency PAZ Design Group was launched in 1985. The agency focuses on Graphic Design and Print Design, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dallas, TX
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Speck Communications is a branding firm. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the firm was founded in 2008. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Durango, CO
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Small Marketing Strategy company Chimera Communications, is headquartered in Durango, Colorado. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Grimes, IA
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TRIO is a small Grimes, Iowa-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Worth, TX
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Advertising company Evangalist Agency was launched in 2016. The firm offers Advertising and Branding, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cedar Rapids, IA
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Founded in 2013, Robertson Marketing & Branding is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Birmingham, AL
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Out There Creative is an Advertising company. The Birmingham, Alabama-based firm was founded in 2014. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dubuque, IA
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Established in 2015, FGC Creative is a graphic design agency. The team specializes in Graphic Design and Branding and is headquartered in Dubuque, Iowa.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Abilene, TX
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Delta Group 360 is an Abilene, Texas-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Oregon City, OR
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Advertising Solutions is an Advertising company established in 1999. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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Hilmy, a graphic design company, was established in 2012. The company provides Graphic Design and Video Production, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boise, ID
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DesignWorks Creative, Inc. Is an Advertising company. The small Boise, Idaho-based team specializes in Advertising and Graphic Design. The company was launched in 1978.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Towers Advertising is an Advertising company. The company is in Houston, Texas. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Odessa, TX
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Hunt Advertising & Consulting, Inc. Is an Advertising company. The firm is in Odessa, Texas. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bee Cave, TX
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AdVerve, LLC is a small Advertising company established in 2001. Their team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Valley Center, KS
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Dove Media Group Inc. Is a small Marketing Strategy company founded in 1999. Their team provides Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bend, OR
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Launched in 2014, Sublime Creative Agency is an Advertising company. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Aurora, IL
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Strategic & Creative Marketing Inc., a Marketing Strategy company, is in Aurora, Illinois. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boise, ID
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Established in 1996, Stoltz Marketing Group is a small Boise, Idaho-based media planning & buying company. Their team provides Media Planning & Buying and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glendale, CA
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National Forest is a Glendale, California-based Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pekin, IL
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Established in 1967, Deverman Advertising, Inc. Is a small Advertising company in Pekin, Illinois. Their team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Peoria Heights, IL
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Chatham Marketing: Ad Agency, Public Relations is an Advertising company located in Peoria Heights, Illinois. They specialize in Advertising and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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Eyemark Media is an Advertising company. Founded in 2015, their team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Saint Paul, MN
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Darren Varley Creative is a Marketing Strategy company in Saint Paul, Minnesota. They specialize in Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Waipahu, HI
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Garma Graphic Design is a graphic design company. In Waipahu, Hawaii, the agency was established in 1988. Their services include Graphic Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Presto, PA
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High Tide Creative is an Advertising company. The Presto, Pennsylvania-based agency was launched in 2005. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Edina, MN
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Mind*Spark Creative, a Marketing Strategy company, is in Edina, Minnesota. They provide Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Grand Forks, ND
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Ad Monkeys is a branding agency. Located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the firm offers Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fargo, ND
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Headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota, How 2 Creative Services is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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Communication Design Inc is a graphic design company. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, the agency was founded in 1979. Their team focuses on Graphic Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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Owen Design Co is a Marketing Strategy company. Their small team is located in Richmond, Virginia. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charleston, SC
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Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Boom Advertising is a media planning and buying company. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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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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33/40.015.6/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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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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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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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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36/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 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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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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35.5/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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35.9/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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37.6/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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+$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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38.9/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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36.3/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 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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35.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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34.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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35.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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34.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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32.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Chicago, IL
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Carlsbad, CA
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35/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Jacksonville, FL
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34.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
30% Branding & Marketing Strategy10% Advertising & Media Planning40% 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.
- Review proof — Assess portfolios for range and depth, read verified reviews, and ask for relevant case studies with metrics.
- 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.