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Tasty Edits is the best video editing service and YouTube channel management service for content creators and businesses...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
PicsMatic is a reputed photo editing company. 20+ years of experience, 175+ skilled editors. Specializing in property, product, jewelry, fashion, portrait, wedding photo editing & 3D modeling. 12-24 hour TAT. Contact info@picsmatic.com to learn more...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Location
- Laguna Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $6/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
E-commerce photo editing company Infotecsourz. Global photo editing leader. Our core services include photo background removal, e-commerce product photo editing, model photo retouching, clipping path service, photo ghost mannequins, color correction, Amazon & Shopify product design, and more...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Morphiaas: The Digital Marketing Agency. We've helped hundreds of clients across diverse sectorsreal estate, luxury, healthcare, startups, and moreachieve remarkable results. From website development and SEO to social media and PPC, we craft data-driven strategies tailored to your unique goals...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Logo Design Valley is a full-service branding studio that helps fresh ventures show up with the obvious-winner look which first-time founders and early businesses need on launch...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Southlake, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Kenscio Digital Marketing Pvt. Ltd. is Indias leading SaaS company for omnichannel marketing and messaging, delivering personalized, data-driven engagement across every digital touchpoint...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- California City, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Orbe3D is a professional 3D modeling and rendering studio focused on furniture and product visualization for eCommerce brands, manufacturers, and creative agencies. We deliver photorealistic 3D renders, AR/VR-ready assets, and digital twins that help businesses reduce costs and launch faster...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Web Design Vibe is a full-service digital agency specializing in custom website design, e-commerce solutions, branding, and SEO strategies that help businesses build a powerful online presence and drive measurable growth...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Lifeguard Training NY provides professional lifeguard certification, CPR/AED, First Aid, waterfront lifeguarding, WSI, and aquatic safety training across Long Island and New York...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- AEO
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Roslyn, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At MOSTECHLABS, we dont just offer services; we craft experiences. Whether youre a startup with big dreams or an established enterprise seeking to amplify your online presence, our team of digital mavens is here to turn your vision into reality...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Scranton, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $22/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SAMM Data is a leading ecommerce marketing and growth agency with 25 years of proven experience helping brands, manufacturers, and sellers scale globally...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Branding
- CRO
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
Lollypop Design is a global UX UI and Interactive Design Company on a mission to empower and touch a billion lives across the world through world-class digital experiences...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 64 Projects Listed
Born in 2013, Destm has honed its craft, becoming a trusted software consulting partner for businesses across industries. We don't just build, we transform, with a special focus on propelling e-commerce giants to new heights. We speak your language: React, Next.js, Python, Java & more. Your vision is our...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Spectr is a Los Angeles creative studio built for brands with character. We handle everything from photo and video production to social media, websites, and brand campaigns so you can focus on running your business while we make it look exceptional. We work with restaurants, boutiques, beauty brands, and...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Crystaylor Creative specializes in website design and photography for women-led businesses and non-profit organizations. We help you showcase your work in a clear, compelling way that connects with your ideal clients. Our goal is to elevate your brand and support your growth through intentional, high-impact...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Business Consulting
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Aiea, Hawaii
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
BuizFinance Marketing Agency is a Chicago-based local SEO agency helping Chicago businesses improve online visibility and attract high-quality local leads. We focus on Chicago local search optimization, Google Business Profile management, and location-based SEO strategies that help businesses rank higher...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Link Sols empowers businesses worldwide with highperformance websites, Shopify stores, AI tools, chatbots, video content, and local SEO. We blend creativity and technology to deliver digital solutions that engage, convert, and scale...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- AI Development
- Creative Services
- SEO
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- Location
- Richmond, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
We combine deep engineering expertise with AI, cloud, data, and modern software practices to build solutions that solve real business challenges. With flexible engagement models and experienced teams, we work closely with clients from strategy and design through development, launch, and ongoing optimization...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- Web Development
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- Location
- Astoria, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Your complete partner in Digital Growth...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
FRANK Collective is a creative agency specializing in branding, strategy, design, content, and digital experiences. With a focus on clarity, boldness, and authenticity, the agency crafts distinctive brand identities that capture audience attention and drive long-term growth. FRANK has partnered with industry...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Leo9 Studio is a global branding and design agency blending neuromarketing, creativity, and technology to build human-centred brands, websites, and digital experiences that inspire emotion, boost engagement, and drive measurable business growth...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Unleash the power of professional video. At AIM VFX, we specialize in video editing, motion graphics, VFX, and branding built for teams that need consistent, high-quality content without the hassle...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Casper, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Raw Engine Media is an automotive marketing agency built by enthusiasts, for the performance aftermarket. Founded in 2016 and based in Southern California, we specialize in creative production, brand strategy, content marketing, and advertising for brands that live in car culture...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Chino, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
Youre great on camera. But the editing, the endless revisions, the posting, the file chaos, thats the part that eats your time. We take all of it off your plate...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Audio Production
- Web Design
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- Location
- Texas City, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
DelloFlix, LLC is a marketing, advertising, media, and entertainment agency offering expert services in branding, digital marketing, social media management, web design, video production, and advertising. We deliver innovative, results-driven solutions for businesses and high-profile clients...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Affiliate Marketing
- Business Consulting
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Laurel, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Our partners dont fear scaling their agencies anymore. They trust us to deliver high-quality, innovative design with fast turnaround. Every time...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- West Orange, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
MasterRV Designers helps business teams win the room with presentations that are as clear as they are striking. From Mumbai and Phoenix, our in-house team builds investor pitch decks, board and sales presentations, infographics and annual reports for pharma, healthcare, IT, FMCG and financial services brands...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We are a small, but complete creative digital agency located in Madrid (Spain). Our team has over 10 years experience of developing projects related to the creative & digital world, to design and to online marketing; across Europe and South America...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Mobius Studios, a USA-based 3D animation & CGI video agency, creates stunning animations to enhance your brands social media, ads, and digital marketing presence...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
CuCo Company America is a Miami-based digital marketing, communication, and events agency with a global footprint. For over a decade, we've helped brands in 25+ countries grow through web design, social media, influencer campaigns, and immersive technologies (VR/AR). Our bilingual, innovative approach makes...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Cessna Marketing is an Amazon agency in San Diego. We run Seller and Vendor Central, then build the websites, ads, and content that sell the products. We've managed over $30M in sales across 10+ brands at a 4.2x average ROAS...
Top Services:
- eCommerce
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Creative Services
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Bverse Labs helps apps, AI products and SaaS companies transform great products into successful launches...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
A digital marketing agency for small businesses, running the six departments most people buy from four different suppliers. Small team, Walnut Creek, and you talk to the person doing the work. Start with a written plan for $300...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Walnut Creek, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Custom Designs Boxes build brands and an 20+ Year experienced workforce to design Custom Boxes, Custom packaging, creative die-cut designer boxes that satisfy the needs of heavy or light, big or small, casual or luxurious products/businesses...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Manassas Park, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
Books Nova is a modern book publishing and author branding agency dedicated to helping aspiring and established authors bring their ideas to life. We specialize in ghostwriting, editing, publishing, and marketing strategies that transform manuscripts into market-ready books. Our team focuses on quality...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Digital Strategy
- Audio Production
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- Location
- Sarasota, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Brndry is a full service strategic branding and digital growth agency delivering end-to-end creative, marketing and development solutions. From crafting distinctive brand identities and intuitive digital experiences to executing performance-driven marketing campaigns. Brndry partners with businesses across...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Greenwood Village, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Akwire Agency, our culture thrives on diversity, weaving together a vibrant tapestry of perspectives and backgrounds. Here, creativity knows no bounds as we embrace each team member's unique strengths. From brainstorming sessions to client meetings, our collaborative spirit fuels innovation, ensuring every...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $47/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are Park Studio, a video production agency based in Brooklyn, New York. We create visual content for brands, creative agencies, and commercial clients. From pre-production to post-production, we bring an inclusive approach to video creation and strive to make the production process fun!...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Media Fresh is a full-service DIGITAL multi-media curator & Public Relations agency based in Miami, Florida. We are dedicated to recreating storytelling for the 24/7 online world...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Whitespace we know that connecting with consumers emotionally, intellectually, and with real-life relevance cracks the code of competitive advantage...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- St. Hamilton, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
One of the top designers in Miami/Aventura, Fl. This is an Internet Marketing Company design that helps small business to grow and generate sales. SEO, amazing 3D, graphic and web design and more...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Hialeah, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
AW Digital Marketing is a full-service marketing agency offering content marketing, SEO (Search Engine Optimization), Google Ads, social media marketing/management, website design/redesign/management, graphic design, mobile application development, marketing strategy advice and direction, email/SMS...
Top Services:
- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Based in New York, VMGROUPE is a comprehensive luxury branding and digital creative agency. Our expertise spans branding, content creation, digital storytelling, and performance marketing, catering to renowned brands in the beauty, fine jewelry, fashion, fine food, wines & spirits, real estate, and luxury...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Public Relations
- Creative Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We are a full service print and digital agency ready to bring your ideas from conception to reality. Empowering business of all sizes with the power of great design...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are Tech Bay Leaf, a leading data-driven digital marketing agency where curiosity meets creativity, & insights become sales. We specialize in providing digital specialists with flexibility and cost-effective solutions. Our presence is global and our marketing culture meets the demands of businesses as the...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We create Amazon listings that make people want your product before they even check the price. Optimize with high-converting creative, boost your sales without raising ad spend...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Socialz Rank is your strategic growth partner. We help businesses scale with expert Social Media Management, SEO, and Website Design so you can rank higher, convert faster, and grow smarter in todays digital race...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Stafford, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Most brands struggle with UGC because they dont generate enough creative iterations. At DansUGC, we eliminate the barriers of cost and volume, giving you the ability to test faster and more effectively. Were a high-velocity UGC agency built for brands that want to own the feed through continuous, data-driven...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We create custom logos in Los Angeles, helping businesses of all sizes build strong brands...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Show more
- Location
- Century, West Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Elite Web Pro is a leading custom software development company in the USA with decades of experience in delivering perfectly aligned solutions to your business needs. Powered by the latest technology and tools, our experts will make sure your business runs 24/7 smoothly without any kind of disruption. Whether...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Show more
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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Hiring Guide: How to Choose the Best Creative Marketing Agency in the US
What can creative agencies in the United States do for businesses?
They help businesses build recognizable brands, differentiate in crowded markets, and convert attention into demand.
At a practical level, top creative marketing firms strengthen brand systems (identity, messaging, design language), develop campaign concepts, and produce assets that are consistent across channels and teams.
While, the best B2B creative agencies help translate complex products into simple, memorable stories, build sales enablement systems, and create repeatable asset libraries that reduce production friction over time.
Ultimately, this translates to higher revenue and business growth.
According to McKinsey’s The Value of Business Design, top-quartile design index performers saw a 32% higher revenue growth and 56% higher total returns to shareholders (TRS) over a five-year period compared to industry counterparts.
Moreover, it observed a 25% uplift in sales for businesses that implement design metrics and user research.
What kind of ROI can I expect from creative services?
The return on investment from creative services depends on factors such as your business objectives, distribution channels, and the maturity of your measurement and attribution processes.
That said, strong creative are often associated with higher performance across industries.
WARC’s ROI Benchmarks show that the median revenue ROI of successful campaigns has increased to approximately 4.25:1, up from 3.86:1 in earlier reporting.
Nielsen’s research further demonstrates how execution quality affects results. In one study, average ROI ranged from $0.25 per dollar spent to $2.60 per dollar spent, depending on targeting accuracy and creative effectiveness.
In practice, the most reliable way to estimate ROI is to clearly define the primary metric you are optimizing, establish a baseline, and outline how the creatives will be tested, refined, and scaled over time.
How long do creative projects usually take?
Timelines depend on stakeholder alignment, approvals, and production complexity, but common ranges are 1-2 weeks for simple digital assets and 4+ months for more complex projects.
Below is an estimated timeline of the top creative firm services:
- Branding
- 2-5 weeks for a logo and a basic visual identity refresh
- 1-3 months for comprehensive branding projects
- Presentation deck
- 2-5 days for a basic 10-slide design without animations and custom illustrations
- 1-2 weeks for a 10-slide design with custom animations and illustrations
- Layout for a 10-page white paper or report: 1-2 weeks
- Graphic design
- 1 week for a custom illustration with 2-3 variations
- 2-3 days for an infographic without custom illustrations
- 1 week for an infographic with custom illustration
- Social media
- 1-2 weeks for 10-20 static social media assets with pre-approved templates and high-quality product photos
- 2-6 weeks for 10-20 social media assets that have a mix of static and animated content
- Web design
- At least 6 weeks for a full web design
- ~1 week for a custom landing page design
- 1-2 weeks for dynamic and animated website banner ads
How do I choose the best US creative agency for my business?
Consider these steps to choose the right partner for your business:
- Clarify your needs
Specify your goals, requirements, performance metrics, budget range, and timeline. Collect references to better describe your vision. - Shortlist candidates
Research agencies with proven experience in your industry and target market to ensure they understand your specific challenges. - Evaluate expertise
Review portfolios, case studies, client reviews, awards, and recognitions to verify reliability, delivery, style alignment, and long-term support. - Issue a request for proposal (RFP)
Send an RFP to your shortlisted candidates and compare pricing models, contracts, and asset ownership to find those that provide the best value for money. - Schedule an interview
Meet the team working on your project and ask about their approach to your project, process, and workflow. - Choose your partner
Select a creative agency that aligns with your brand and team dynamics, delivers tangible business outcomes, and has exemplary customer service.
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What common mistakes should I avoid when hiring a creative agency?
Avoid these common missteps that lead to misalignment, wasted budget, or weak outcomes:
- Choosing based on visuals alone: A beautiful portfolio isn’t proof of strategic fit. Ask how the agency measured outcomes and what constraints they solved.
- Not defining goals or scope upfront: Without a clear objective (pipeline, launch, repositioning), creative becomes subjective, and timelines slip.
- Hiring without relevant industry/audience experience: If you’re B2B, look for proven expertise in longer cycles and multi-stakeholder messaging, not just consumer campaigns.
- Ignoring process and communication fit: Mismatched review cadence and unclear ownership are major timeline killers and can increase overall rates.
- Failing to clarify revisions, ownership, and IP rights: Confirm how many revision rounds are included and what rights you receive (source files, usage, licensing).
- Skipping reference checks: Client feedback often reveals whether the agency is reliable under real deadlines and shifting stakeholder input.
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Frequently Asked Questions About a Creative Agency
What services do these agencies in the US offer?
Creative marketing agencies in the US offer a comprehensive range of services that help businesses capture audience awareness and engagement. The most common services include:
- Branding: Crafting a business’s visual identity, including its logo, color palette, typography, and brand icons.
- Graphic design: Producing printed and digital materials for a brand, including posters, presentation decks, annual report layouts, and signage.
- Marketing and advertising materials: Creating graphics and animations to promote a brand, including social media posts, paid ads, and digital storefronts.
- Web design and development: Building a company’s website and its accompanying landing pages, so that it’s intuitive, engaging, and fully functional.
- Video production: Developing commercials, social media videos, onboarding videos, and other video content, and often involves scripting, recording, and post-production services.
- Experiential & event marketing: Designing tradeshow booths, conference materials, and AR/VR experiences to attract and engage attendees.
Many agencies bundle these services, so strategy, design, and production stay aligned across channels.
How do creative agencies in the US differ from marketing or advertising agencies?
Mainly, an American B2B creative agency focuses on the production aspect of the content, while marketing and advertising agencies prioritize distribution.
However, many marketing and advertising agencies have an in-house creative team and vice versa, helping projects stay on task and budget.
Here are more details about their differences:
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How much do creative marketing agencies in the United States charge for their services?
They typically charge at least $100-$500 per hour or $2,000-$5,000 per month. The final rates will depend on service type, scope and complexity, agency expertise, and project timeline.
Here's a rundown of rates per service:
- Logo design: $2,000-$10,000 for 3-5 logo concepts and basic usage guidelines
- Visual identity: $5,000-$25,000 for color palettes, typography, imagery style, and accessibility checks
- Full brand strategy: $20,000-$100,000+, including visual identity, messaging, tagline, guidelines, and brand campaign materials
- Website design and development: $5,000-$15,000 for a basic custom website; however, enterprise builds can range between $50,000 and $200,000+
- Video marketing: $2,000-$50,000+, depending on production quality, video length, and required talent and equipment
- Marketing materials: $2,000-$10,000+ per month, depending on type and number of deliverables
- Infographics: $600-$3,000 per piece, depending on deliverables, required research work, and number of revisions
What is the typical process when working with these companies?
Most creative engagements follow a structured workflow designed for more efficient workflows and feedback loops. A common process looks like this:
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| Concept development 1-3 weeks |
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Execution & production |
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Revisions & QA |
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What questions should I ask creative agencies in the United States before hiring one?
Use this checklist to interview and compare the best agencies in the USA for your business:
Relevant background
- What creative style and service do you specialize in?
- Can you share case studies and references similar to our brand and project scope?
- What is your experience with our industry and target market?
Services and Processes
- How do you approach developing a creative concept from idea to final execution?
- What are your quality controls for brand consistency, accessibility, and production QA?
- How do you handle post-launch support, updates, and performance-based iteration?
Related to Your Project
- Which deliverables are included, and what is explicitly out of scope?
- What are the phases of your process, and what do you need from our team at each step?
- How do you define success and measure the impact of creative work?
- What rights do we receive (source files, licensing, usage), and what is excluded?