DesignRush industry experts identified the top-performing creative agencies in California that help brands attract their audiences and generate loyalty. You can use our practical tool to filter them by rates, reviews and size. Additionally, you can visit their profiles for more info on their awards, services, portfolios and more.
Best California Creative Marketing Agency Rankings
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Catchword takes a holistic approach to branding, conducting in-depth research to create a strategy, brand name, and visual identity. A top B2B creative agency, it has delivered 1,500+ branding projects, served 750+ clients, and earned 100+ awards, including the Hermes Creative Awards and MarCom Awards...
Top Services:
Branding
Logo Design
Print Design
Design Services
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Location
Oakland, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$250/hr
Portfolios Count
33 Projects Listed
Catchword Services
Branding
Logo Design
Print Design
Design Services
Market Research
Creative Services
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Intel
Starbucks
Fitbit
Dunkin'
The Home Depot
PwC
General Motors
Uber
Corning
NBCUniversal
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Catchword Reviews & Testimonials
Anonymous Director of Global Marketing at IDEXX Laboratories
5.0★
Branding Review from Anonymous
Our company required a distinctive name for an innovative platform we are introducing to the veterinary technology field. Given our own emphasis on structure and efficiency, Catchword proved to be an excellent match. They posed thoughtful questions and grasped our objectives quickly and thoroughly. We were very pleased not only with the caliber of the naming options presented but also with the entire experience. The project was managed smoothly, delivered on time, and stayed within budget. We are so pleased with the experience that we plan to recommend their services to other divisions of our company.
Anonymous Linguistic Director at Nomen Italia
5.0★
Branding Review from Anonymous
Catchword has been our primary naming partner, as we have worked with them since 2000. Their cultural and linguistic expertise enables our clients’ names to achieve global resonance while avoiding potential challenges in the important U.S. market. They contribute innovative, U.S.-grounded perspectives, and their branding acumen ensures their guidance is both strategically sound and practically applicable. Professional, responsive, and deeply committed, they are a valued partner.
Anonymous Global Brands & Licences Manager at Automotive Company
5.0★
Branding Review from Anonymous
We brought in Catchword on a fast timeline to create naming strategy and product names for three Connected Services solutions. Their creativity and grasp of our brand were clear from the start, delivering strong, well-supported options. They pushed us to think beyond initial limits, provided smart recommendations for our portfolio, and consistently delivered on time.
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Henning Product Development is an established design, innovation and contract manufacturing company specializing in helping businesses, universities and start-ups navigate the physical product development environment. With over 35 years experience in developing award-winning and commercially successful...
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Creative Services
Product Design
Package Design
Logo Design
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Location
Pasadena, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$250/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Henning Product Development Services
Creative Services
Product Design
Package Design
Logo Design
Market Research
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Founded in 1997, BayCreative is a San Francisco based B2B marketing, branding, and digital agency. With a compact team of fewer than 50 professionals, the firm acts as a full-service marketing department in a box for tech companies, offering integrated creative strategy, content, web, video, and campaign...
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Branding
Digital Marketing
Video Production
Creative Services
Design Services
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Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$200/hr
Portfolios Count
6 Projects Listed
BayCreative Services
Branding
Digital Marketing
Video Production
Creative Services
Design Services
Content Marketing
Graphic Design
Web Design
Video Marketing
Digital Services
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Cisco
Salesforce
ServiceNow
Microsoft
Google
NVIDIA
Experian
Palo Alto Networks
Amperity
DocuSign
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BayCreative Reviews & Testimonials
Andy Dickhut Chief Marketing & Experience Officer at Community First Credit Union
5.0★
Branding Review from Andy Dickhut
Ive had the opportunity to collaborate with numerous creative agencies throughout my career and BayCreative has delivered the level of insight, professionalism, and genuine partnership that I have experienced with the best of them. They have been true collaborators, invested in CFCUs vision and committed to helping us bring it to life.Our relationship with BayCreative began when we sought to undertake a full-scale rebranding initiative. CFCU has always prided itself on serving our community with a people-first approach, but we needed a refreshed identity that reflected who weve become and where were heading. We didnt just want a new logo or a new color palettewe wanted to redefine what Community First stood for in the modern financial landscape. BayCreative understood that right away.From the earliest discovery conversations, the BC team listened carefully, challenged us thoughtfully, and helped uncover an authentic narrative at the core of our brand. They guided us not toward trends or gimmicks, but toward something enduring and true to who we are.They have a team of talented creatives who brought our new brand identity to life. From graphic designers to copywriters to video editors, the BayCreative team demonstrated deep expertise. The final deliverables included a refreshed logo, a full identity package, and a bold new brand positioning platform we now call The New Local. This wasnt just a tagline or a sloganit was a strategic redefinition of who we are and why we exist. If you are looking for an agency that will take the time to understand your organization, push your thinking in productive ways, and deliver exceptional creative with professionalism, I cannot recommend BayCreative more highly. They are the real deal!
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Brand and web design sprints for B2B tech companies
Upspire Labs is a lean, modern design studio that blends bold ideas with sharp execution to help companies move faster and think more strategically...
Top Services:
Web Design
Branding
Graphic Design
Logo Design
Web Development
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Location
San Jose, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$200/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
Upspire Labs Services
Web Design
Branding
Graphic Design
Logo Design
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
Creative Services
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QuantumScape
Mercedes-Benz
Quokka
Corsair
SiriusXM
Atsign
In-Q-Tel
San Francisco 49ers
Stanford
Valley Water
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Upspire Labs Reviews & Testimonials
Sheryl Steinberg Review from Google
5.0★
Sheryl Steinberg's Review Sourced from Google
I only had a couple of months to complete my new website project and Studio 22 met my deadline. They respond quickly, and are good communicators. They’re the only team I’ll use to update my website, and they’re easy to work with remotely. I would absolutely recommend them.
Lee Ann Payne Review from Google
5.0★
Lee Ann Payne's Review Sourced from Google
Our arts organization interviewed three firms and Studio 22 came out on top because their aesthetic merged that of a high-tech organization and one of an arts organization. They delivered on time and the CEO was attentive and always available either in person or remotely. When we did meet in person, they were very easy to deal with. Studio 22 was great and I can only say positive things about them. We’re continuing to work with them on other projects.
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Ad Age Small Agency of the Year 2026 Overall Gold Winner. An independent creative agency connecting brands to humans since 2008. We have one simple north star: Make It Matter...
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Social Media Marketing
Advertising
Video Production
Digital Strategy
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Location
Pasadena, California
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$200/hr
Conscious Minds Services
Social Media Marketing
Advertising
Video Production
Digital Strategy
Digital Marketing
Creative Services
AI Development
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Starbucks
Nike
Google
Yahoo
Apple
Affirm
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Conscious Minds Reviews & Testimonials
Jordan Hmaidan Review from Google
5.0★
Jordan Hmaidan's Review Sourced from Google
Incredible experience partnering with Conscious Minds on a 3-site guerrilla projection activation in Seattle. We stood it up in just a few days, and their team was responsive at all hours, creative under pressure, and solutions-focused through every roadblock. Hope to work with them again!
Mrs. Main Review from Google
5.0★
Mrs. Main's Review Sourced from Google
Our family booked this Venue for a private affair. Every guest who entered, was astonished by its WoW factor! It’s Shangri-La in the heart of Pasadena! Worth Every Penny❤️
Tamara Carlen Review from Google
5.0★
Tamara Carlen's Review Sourced from Google
I attended an event at Concious Minds. I was blown away by the space. It's fresh, inspiring and exudes creativity.
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Tech video production for product launches, DevRel, and events
We run the whole video process: briefing, coordinating directly with your partners and teams, edit cycles, and delivery. We stay a step ahead, so you're never chasing updates. Partner as closely as you like, or hand it off entirely and get launch videos, explainers, and event content off your plate...
Top Services:
Video Production
Creative Services
Audio Production
Video Marketing
Digital Marketing
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Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$180/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
TCV Studio Services
Video Production
Creative Services
Audio Production
Video Marketing
Digital Marketing
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Led by Nike's Former Global Director of Paid Media
Neon Growth unifies creatives, media, data, and business strategy under a closed-loop growth system, driving 45% higher marketing efficiency and 30% lower customer acquisition costs. Trusted by Walmart and Nike, the creative agency is a practical choice for brands seeking revenue-led creatives...
Top Services:
Media Buying
Digital Marketing
eCommerce
Social Media Marketing
PPC
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
10 Projects Listed
Neon Growth Services
Media Buying
Digital Marketing
eCommerce
Social Media Marketing
PPC
CRO
Creative Services
Email Marketing
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FTD Flowers
Equinox
Soundboks
Blade
ProFlowers
Glitzy Girlz Boutique
Bucketlisters
Spinn
Crump & Co
Drip Hydration
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Neon Growth Reviews & Testimonials
Tori Gerbig Founder at Pink Lily
5.0★
Retail Advertising Review from Tori Gerbig
The team demonstrates a high level of skill and persistence in identifying problems and providing solutions. With their proven track record, you can confidently rely on their performance and take a backseat.
Jacqui Sim HR Manager at Vivero
5.0★
Marketing Strategy Review from Jacqui Sim
A highly professional company that takes the time to comprehend the requirements of its clients and strives to guarantee that the finished output satisfies those requirements.
William R Marchand President at Webisoft
5.0★
App Marketing Review from William R Marchand
With Neongrowth we have exceeded their app download goals by 5x; our CPI rate is below the industry average as well. The team has impressed us with their ability to produce effective campaigns at a budget-friendly price. Also, the assigned campaign manager has been reliable.
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SLAPS is a creative branding and design agency that exists to challenge the status quo of modern advertising. Our mission is to create brands that inspire by collaborating closely with our partners and helping them reflect on why and for who they were truly created...
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Branding
Creative Services
Logo Design
Graphic Design
Package Design
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
SLAPS Services
Branding
Creative Services
Logo Design
Graphic Design
Package Design
Advertising
Print Design
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Grapeshoot Is a Graphic Design and Creative Agency.
Grapeshoot is a brand development and marketing agency offering global-quality corporate and product communications services. Our team specializes in providing creative design, expert analysis, and customized client service for your company's demands, without the high overhead costs and lag time associated...
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Graphic Design
Branding
Video Production
Print Design
Web Design
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Location
Redwood City, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Grapeshoot Services
Graphic Design
Branding
Video Production
Print Design
Web Design
Logo Design
Design Services
Creative Services
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Graphic Designer & Expert Web Design Across All Platforms!
GigiMagine is a Los Angeles-based creative agency with a European touch, founded by French designer Gigi Dayan, who has spent over 20 years in the U.S.. Specializing in custom web design, branding, and digital strategy, we serve both U.S. and European markets, ensuring a blend of sophisticated aesthetics and...
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Graphic Design
Web Design
Branding
Package Design
Digital Services
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
GigiMagine Services
Graphic Design
Web Design
Branding
Package Design
Digital Services
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Chefmaster
Cyclop360
Market Spas
Made in Cake
Jessie Buttons The NZ Super Nanny
Barry Bonds Family Foundation
Wellis Spas
Orange County Center For Contemporary Art
eVolve by Jennifer
Assemble
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GigiMagine Reviews & Testimonials
Luca Gnecco Review from Google
5.0★
Luca Gnecco's Review Sourced from Google
Creativity, reliability, professionalism, accuracy. high quality, quick turnaround, very competent and customer focused. My experience has been 100 % satisfactory. You may receive lower quotes, but with Gigi you get much more and every dollar is more than well spent. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED !!
Greg Jenks Review from Google
5.0★
Greg Jenks's Review Sourced from Google
GigiMagine thoughtfully and creatively curated the perfect website for us. There are so many options out there these days and it is tough to navigate through all of them and receive great work for a fair price.I will use her for my next project and highly recommend her. Thank you Gigi!
Sally D'Armas Review from Google
5.0★
Sally D'Armas's Review Sourced from Google
Gigi is a Professional designer!I love the logo and website that she created for me!Gigi is very creative, you tell her what you want and it's created, it's amazing. I highly recommend Gigi for any project.
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AD.JUST is a Los Angeles and San Diego video production agency with 10+ years delivering high-impact content for eCommerce brands, Kickstarter campaigns, corporate events, and global entertainment clients...
Top Services:
Video Production
Creative Services
Social Media Marketing
Content Marketing
Video Marketing
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$149/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
AD.JUST Services
Video Production
Creative Services
Social Media Marketing
Content Marketing
Video Marketing
eCommerce
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Cirque du Soleil
Reebok
Hotel.com
Holiday INN
Marriott
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AD.JUST Reviews & Testimonials
Emanuel Tapia, MBA/MSPM/MSEM Marketing Manager, North America at Inaba Foods USA Inc
5.0★
Video Marketing Review from Emanuel Tapia, MBA/MSPM/MSEM
We've had an excellent experience working with this agency on our commercials. The quality of their work is truly exceptional, with every detail executed at a high level. What we value most is their thorough pre-production process meeting in advance to align on direction ensures there are no questions on shoot day. This preparation makes production seamless, efficient, and highly productive. They are a reliable, talented partner we trust to consistently deliver outstanding results.
shayna isatwork Review from Google
5.0★
shayna isatwork's Review Sourced from Google
I've worked with Yana and her team on several social media and ad projects, and each time they deliver high-quality results. Even with tight deadlines, they can create creative, eye-catching, professional-grade content. Our team is very satisfied with their work.
Emanuel Tap Review from Google
5.0★
Emanuel Tap's Review Sourced from Google
We’ve had an outstanding experience working with Ad.Just on our commercials for new product line. The quality of their work is exceptional, with every detail thoughtfully executed. Their pre-production process is thorough, which makes shoot days seamless, efficient, and stress-free. They are highly responsive, organized, and consistently deliver on time. Creative, professional, and reliable, Ad.Just is a partner we trust to bring our brand vision to life.
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Jadi is a strategic brand agency built for science-forward consumer brands health, wellness, beauty, nutrition, and technology. We translate product truth, ingredient science, and real innovation into stories that build belief and systems that scale it.Strategy. Story. Systems. Scale...
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Branding
Digital Strategy
Content Marketing
Video Production
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Location
Laguna Beach, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Jadi Communications, Inc. Services
Branding
Digital Strategy
Content Marketing
Video Production
Advertising
Social Media Marketing
Web Design
Creative Services
Design Services
Media Buying
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We bring your vision to fruition. We are driven by your success and understand the transformative power of a brand that authentically represents who you are and what your organization brings to the table. As your dedicated creative partner, our mission is to breathe life into that vision...
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Graphic Design
Design Services
Creative Services
Branding
Logo Design
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Location
Pasadena, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Olive + Spark Design Studio Inc. Services
Graphic Design
Design Services
Creative Services
Branding
Logo Design
Package Design
Print Design
Digital Services
Content Marketing
Social Media Marketing
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We specialize in public relations, branding, and marketing strategies. We partner with companies across industries to elevate their brand presence, foster meaningful connections with their intended audience, and drive business growth through creative and impactful PR & marketing campaigns...
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Public Relations
Branding
Graphic Design
Print Design
Creative Services
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Location
Glendale, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
Freeform PR & Branding Services
Public Relations
Branding
Graphic Design
Print Design
Creative Services
Logo Design
WordPress Website Design
PPC
Content Marketing
Event Marketing
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Southwest Industrial Electric
Sommer Curry Experience
Shameka Beaugard
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Freeform PR & Branding Reviews & Testimonials
Shameka Beaugard Review from Google
5.0★
Shameka Beaugard's Review Sourced from Google
Cristiano and the Freeform PR & Branding team have completely changed the way my organization views PR & Marketing. They are extremely kind, passionate and do everything with excellence. It is a pleasure working with them. I highly recommend Freeform PR & Branding LLC to anyone who may need a PR & Marketing that goes above and beyond!
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The in-house marketing & creative agency specializing in aspirational, luxury, and premium brands.
BILLIONMONSTERS is an award-winning Marketing & Creative Agency based in Los Angeles, CA specializing in managed marketing, photo & video, social media, and social content. They pride in providing high-touch client services that feel like an in-house team...
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Creative Services
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Content Marketing
Video Production
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
BILLIONMONSTERS Services
Creative Services
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Content Marketing
Video Production
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creative production studio that plugs into marketing, creative, and growth teams as an on-demand pro
New Jack Productions is a performance-driven video production agency specializing in content for brands. The agency focuses on creating high-converting video assets that drive measurable results, not just visual appeal...
Top Services:
Video Production
Video Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Creative Services
Advertising
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
New Jack Productions Services
Video Production
Video Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Creative Services
Advertising
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TADApix is a full-service animation studio specializing in custom animated explainer videos, eLearning modules, and marketing content. With over a decade of experience, we help brands of all sizes from startups to Fortune 500 companies simplify complex ideas and tell powerful stories through 2D, 3D...
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Video Production
Graphic Design
Web Design
Web Development
Logo Design
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Location
Marina del Rey, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$85/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
TADApix Animated Marketing Services
Video Production
Graphic Design
Web Design
Web Development
Logo Design
Print Design
Audio Production
Creative Services
Package Design
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The Award Winning Video Agency for Educational Institutions.
We have served Universities, International Schools and innovative educators around the world for two decades. We produce authentic films that impacts...
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Video Production
Creative Services
Video Marketing
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Location
Simi Valley, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$80/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
9 Projects Listed
FILMISTAS Services
Video Production
Creative Services
Video Marketing
Advertising
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Notre Dame University
Graded - The American School of São Paulo
Cambridge International
Colegio Humboldt
EAC- Escola Americana de Campinas
Maple Bear Vila Nova Conceição
St. Nicholas School
AMISA USA
AVENUES - The World School
NYT TV
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FILMISTAS Reviews & Testimonials
Patricia Bacan Marketing Manager at Casio Brasil
4.5★
Advertising Review from Patricia Bacan
Our partnership with Filmistas was very positive. From the precise initial brief understanding to the flawless final delivery, their team demonstrated unwavering commitment to achieving outstanding results. We were consistently kept informed of progress, ensuring full transparency. Filmistas' unique blend of creative communication and technical expertise masterfully transformed our vision into compelling audiovisual content, consistently on time and with remarkable flexibility for adjustments. They are an invaluable partner, truly aligned with our strategic objectives.
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We are a multi award-winning, vertically integrated company with a global team, delivering comprehensive solutions from ideation through to post-production. By harnessing the latest technology, we streamline workflows, ensure superior efficiency, and pass on the full cost benefits to our clients...
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Video Production
Branding
Creative Services
Product Design
Digital Services
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$10/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
TDR Media Services
Video Production
Branding
Creative Services
Product Design
Digital Services
Video Marketing
Advertising
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