Top Packaging Designers in the United States
Great packaging turns casual browsers into loyal customers. Whether you’re launching a new snack line or refreshing a legacy cosmetics brand, the right U.S. packaging designer can elevate your product from “good” to “gotta-have.”
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10% Packaging Design75% Branding15% Web DesignSee all 24 projectsFishfinger Creative Agency is a specialized company focusing on branding and packaging design services, including product and brand packaging, with a modern and innovative approach. Reviews highlight their accommodating project management and ability to deliver high-quality work on time. Approximately 100% of clients found their branding expertise impressive, though some suggested clearer communication on deliverables.
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Clients express a strong sentiment of innovation regarding Fishfinger Creative Agency, highlighting their ability to generate unique and engaging concepts. One client noted, "Fishfinger created an idea that was innovative and something we wouldn’t have thought of," emphasizing their creativity and execution. Additionally, the agency's work resonated well with target demographics, showcasing their effectiveness in delivering fresh and impactful digital content. Overall, clients recommend Fishfinger for those seeking creative and unconventional solutions.-
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4.5 May 26, 2020The thing that most impressed me was their creativity. Fishfinger created an idea that was innovative and something we wouldn’t have thought of; and then they executed it really well. Just in terms of pure concepts and content creation, they were fantastic.
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Recent reviews for Fishfinger Creative Agency highlight strong client satisfaction, particularly regarding their branding and identity development services. Clients appreciate the agency's timely delivery, responsiveness, and commitment to exceeding project expectations. One client noted their impressive culture and creativity, stating they developed a brand that was well-loved. Overall, sentiment remains highly positive, with no significant areas for improvement identified in the feedback.Was this helpful?
2 of 2 Packaging Design reviews are 5 stars$10,000 – $49,000 avg. project costRead 2 ReviewsPackaging Design PROJECT HIGHLIGHT
Branding, Packaging & Label Design for Boba Beverage Seller
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Overall, clients perceive Fishfinger Creative Agency as providing excellent value for money, often highlighting the agency's ability to deliver high-quality work within budget. Clients noted that the pricing fit their expectations, with one stating it was 'competitive' and another mentioning they were 'reasonably priced compared to their competition.' The agency's responsiveness and willingness to accommodate client needs were frequently praised, contributing to a positive sentiment regarding cost-effectiveness.Was this helpful?
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stockton, CA
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10% Packaging Design40% Graphic Design10% Advertising +4 services10% Branding10% Direct Marketing10% Product Design10% Public RelationsKen Fong Advertising Inc is a graphic design agency. Headquartered in Stockton, California, their small team focuses on Graphic Design and Advertising. The agency was founded in 1952.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Marion, MA
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10% Packaging Design40% Graphic Design40% Video Production +1 service10% LogoMad River Studios, a graphic design company, was launched in 2001. The company specializes in Graphic Design and Video Production, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tempe, AZ
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10% Packaging Design20% Branding15% Logo +4 services15% Search Engine Optimization15% Web Design15% Web Development10% Print DesignFuse Branding Co is a branding agency. They focus on Branding and Logo and were founded in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brookline, MA
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10% Packaging Design30% Public Relations20% Advertising +3 services20% Branding10% Event Management10% LogoPublic relations agency Honor Code Creative is based in Brookline, Massachusetts. They provide Public Relations and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Somerset, MA
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10% Packaging Design20% Advertising20% Branding +5 services10% Event Management10% Marketing Strategy10% Media Planning & Buying10% Public Relations10% Web DesignAdvertising company Galileo Associates was established in 2006. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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10% Packaging Design20% Advertising20% Branding +4 services20% Video Production10% Digital Strategy10% Logo10% Web DesignCara Agency is an Advertising company founded in 2011. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jenkintown, PA
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10% Packaging Design40% Graphic Design30% Event Marketing +2 services10% Print Design10% Product DesignBased in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, Admark360, LLC is a graphic design agency. They specialize in Graphic Design and Event Marketing and were established in 1997.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lewisville, TX
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10% Packaging Design20% Branding20% Marketing Strategy +4 services20% Media Planning & Buying10% Direct Marketing10% Email Marketing10% Video Production1 Nine Marketing & Media, LLC is a branding firm in Lewisville, Texas. They provide Branding and Marketing Strategy and were established in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Grand Haven, MI
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10% Packaging Design15% Branding15% Content Marketing +5 services15% Web Design15% Web Development10% Accounting10% Print Design10% Social Media MarketingSmall branding company FineLine Creative, is located in Grand Haven, Michigan. The team offers Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilton, CT
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10% Packaging Design20% Branding20% Event Marketing +3 services20% Marketing Strategy20% Social Media Marketing10% Business ConsultingBe3 Marketing Group is a branding firm. The Wilton, Connecticut-based agency was founded in 2005. Their team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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20% Packaging Design20% Branding20% E-Commerce Development +2 services20% Market Research20% Marketing StrategyVisual Latina is a branding firm established in 1986. The midsize team offers Branding and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBoulder, CO
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10% Packaging Design20% Logo20% Product Design +4 services15% UX/UI Design15% Web Design10% Branding10% Content MarketingFaven Creative is a small Product Design company headquartered in Boulder, Colorado. The team offers Product Design and Logo.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerBellevue, WA
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10% Packaging Design20% Web Development10% Advertising +6 services10% Corporate Photography10% Graphic Design10% Logo10% Marketing Strategy10% Print Design10% Web DesignWeb development company Icon Imagery, Inc. Focuses on Web Development and Advertising. They were founded in 1989.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerDenver, CO
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10% Packaging Design20% Content Marketing20% Graphic Design +4 services20% Video Production10% Branding10% Print Design10% Search Engine OptimizationEnZed Design is a Content Marketing company. The team is located in Denver, Colorado, and their services include Content Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerRaleigh, NC
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10% Packaging Design20% Graphic Design20% Marketing Strategy +4 services20% Web Design10% Content Marketing10% Logo10% Print DesignDoug Brown Design, a graphic design company, is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. They specialize in Graphic Design and Marketing Strategy and were launched in 2007.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerWest Bend, WI
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10% Packaging Design30% Branding15% Social Media Marketing +5 services10% Corporate Photography10% Other Design10% Search Engine Optimization10% Web Design5% LogoBrand XLerator is a small branding company established in 2011. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerTampa, FL
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10% Packaging Design20% Graphic Design20% Logo +4 services20% Web Design10% Branding10% Digital Strategy10% Print DesignJ2 Studio is a graphic design company founded in 2000. Their services include Graphic Design and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLouisville, KY
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10% Packaging Design50% Graphic Design20% Advertising +1 service20% Web DesignBased in Louisville, Kentucky, ALFRED MORESCHI Graphic Design is a graphic design company. Launched in 1984, the team provides Graphic Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBoulder, CO
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10% Packaging Design25% Branding25% Graphic Design +3 services20% Marketing Strategy10% Print Design10% Web DesignCast Iron Design is a branding company. They were launched in 2011 and provide Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerOakland, CA
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10% Packaging Design20% Advertising20% Graphic Design +4 services20% Logo10% Branding10% Print Design10% Web DesignSOME DAYS is a small Oakland, California-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLittle Rock, AR
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10% Packaging Design30% Graphic Design20% Logo +4 services10% Advertising10% Branding10% Search Engine Optimization10% Web DesignCreative Stream Graphics is a graphic design company. Founded in 2001, the company is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas. Their team provides Graphic Design and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSan Francisco, CA
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10% Packaging Design20% Content Marketing20% Graphic Design +4 services20% Marketing Strategy10% Branding10% Email Marketing10% UX/UI DesignJames DeKoven is a San Francisco, California-based Content Marketing company. Founded in 1999, the team provides Content Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerHopkins, MN
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10% Packaging Design20% Graphic Design20% Print Design +4 services20% Web Design10% Advertising10% Branding10% LogoWaryan Design is a small graphic design company based in Hopkins, Minnesota. The team provides Graphic Design and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAlbuquerque, NM
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10% Packaging Design20% Graphic Design20% Print Design +4 services20% Web Design10% Advertising10% Logo10% Video ProductionLocated in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Willy Magee Studio is a graphic design agency. The team focuses on Graphic Design and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerEl Prado, NM
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10% Packaging Design20% Branding20% Graphic Design +4 services20% Print Design10% Advertising10% Logo10% Web DesignTaos Design Works, a small branding agency, is in El Prado, New Mexico. The team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSacramento, CA
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10% Packaging Design20% Email Marketing20% Search Engine Optimization +3 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web Design10% Graphic Design26 Brix is an Email Marketing company launched in 2012. The team provides Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Sacramento, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerPhiladelphia, PA
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10% Packaging Design15% Advertising15% Branding +4 services15% Graphic Design15% Logo15% Print Design15% Web DesignSteve DeCusatis Design, LLC is an Advertising company headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Launched in 2011, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMinneapolis, MN
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10% Packaging Design20% Email Marketing15% Advertising +4 services15% Branding15% Search Engine Optimization15% Social Media Marketing10% Graphic DesignAllie's Custom Designs is an Email Marketing company. The small Minneapolis, Minnesota-based team specializes in Email Marketing and Advertising. The agency was founded in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerClearwater, FL
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10% Packaging Design30% Branding30% Web Design +2 services20% Digital Strategy10% Print DesignNathan Currin, a small branding company, is located in Clearwater, Florida. Their services include Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerHingham, MA
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10% Packaging Design20% Branding20% Graphic Design +4 services20% Market Research10% Logo10% Marketing Strategy10% Web DevelopmentHeadquartered in Hingham, Massachusetts, Edgewater Marketing is a branding agency. They specialize in Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLittleton, CO
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10% Packaging Design15% Advertising15% Branding +4 services15% Event Marketing15% Market Research15% Marketing Strategy15% Social Media MarketingPrism Promotions, LLC. Is an Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding and is headquartered in Littleton, Colorado.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerScottsdale, AZ
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10% Packaging Design40% Contract Manufacturing10% Branding +4 services10% Business Consulting10% IoT Development10% Marketing Strategy10% Search Engine Optimization360 Executives, LLC, a small Contract Manufacturing company, is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. Their services include Contract Manufacturing and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerPortland, OR
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10% Packaging Design20% Graphic Design20% Web Design +4 services15% Branding15% Search Engine Optimization10% E-Commerce Development10% Web DevelopmentStylechilde is a Portland, Oregon-based web design agency. They focus on Web Design and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Milford, CT
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30% Packaging Design20% Graphic Design20% Video Production +3 services10% Branding10% Logo10% Web DesignPackaging Design company EKCS is headquartered in Milford, Connecticut and Buckinghamshire, England. The team provides Packaging Design and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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50% Packaging Design50% BrandingConran Design Group is a small branding company and Packaging Design company located in New York, New York and London, England. The team specializes in Branding and Packaging Design.
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List of the Top 15 United States Packaging Design Companies
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Walnut Creek, CA
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36.8/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249San Jose, CA
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34.1/40.017.4/20 Reviews7.1/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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34/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Boise, ID
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34.2/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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39.3/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Chicago, IL
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32.4/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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39.3/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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35.4/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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30.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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31.5/40.017/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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35.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Coeur d'Alene, ID
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34/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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33.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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31.9/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Reno, NV
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36.3/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+Undisclosed2 - 9brooklyn, NY
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31.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northampton, MA
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34.9/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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32.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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36.1/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Minneapolis, MN
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33.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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35.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Petaluma, CA
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32.2/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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34.6/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Draper, UT
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35.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Portland, OR
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35.1/40.017/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Lawrence, KS
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35.2/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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29.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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33.4/40.017/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Gilbert, AZ
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33.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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28.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.6/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Packaging Design50% Other
United States Packaging Design FAQs
Working with a domestic team means fewer late-night calls, faster shipping of print proofs, and an innate understanding of U.S. regulations—from FDA nutrition labeling to California’s Prop 65. Local agencies also have longstanding relationships with American printers, material suppliers, and retail buyers, which can streamline production and distribution.
If your product targets niche audiences—say, Midwestern craft beer drinkers or West Coast wellness shoppers—a stateside collaborator can tap regional trends and consumer insights more effectively than an overseas counterpart.
Budgets vary widely based on several variables, but most Clutch-listed U.S. studios charge:
- $100 – $200 per hour for senior-level design work
- $5,000 – $15,000 for a single SKU refresh
- $20,000 – $60,000+ for full product line development, including brand strategy, dielines, and production oversight
Factors that raise costs include complex structural engineering, specialty finishes (foils, embossing), and extensive consumer testing. Always request an itemized proposal so you can see where each dollar goes.
America’s packaging designers support nearly every sector, but common specialties include:
- Consumer packaged goods (snacks, beverages, household items)
- Health & beauty (skincare, supplements, personal care)
- Food & beverage startups using direct-to-consumer channels
- Cannabis and CBD, especially in states with legal markets
- Industrial and B2B packaging for electronics and hardware
You’ll also find niche agencies devoted to wine & spirits, pet products, or eco-friendly materials.
- Define your goals—i.e., refresh vs. ground-up branding, number of SKUs, sustainability requirements.
- Review portfolios for similar category experience and print production quality.
- Check Clutch reviews for client satisfaction on communication, timeliness, and ROI.
- Ask about their prototyping process—3D renders, mock-ups, small-batch print runs.
- Confirm they understand U.S. labeling laws that apply to your product type.
Navigating the market can be overwhelming at first. Make sure to leverage the resources and filters available on Clutch to guide your search.
Spotting red flags early can be the difference between headaches and excellent results. Be cautious if a firm checks any of these traits:
- Promises shelf placement or sales guarantees—designers influence but don’t control distribution.
- Lacks print-ready dieline experience, relying solely on digital mock-ups.
- Can’t explain compliance for your industry (e.g., FDA, USDA, CPSC).
- Outsources all creative overseas without clear quality controls.
- Provides vague pricing with “TBD” line items that can balloon later.
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