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BRIM DESIGN is a multi-award-winning, full-service branding agency with more than a decade of experience creating custom identities and counseling small businesses. Everyone who interacts with BRIM DESIGN should leave more personally and professionally empowered than before. Our commitment to excellence and...
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- Branding
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- Location
- Raleigh , North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Founded in Miami, we live to produce original and engaging content for brands to invoke meaningful connections with their audience, preparing them for the digital evolution of tomorrow...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Alias is a hospitality & hotel marketing agency providing social media marketing, photography, videography, SEO & more to boutique & big name hotels nationwide...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Video Production
- Branding
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Deerfield, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
VIA has three divisions: Production Services, Spothub, and Original Content. Our Production Services division is a very traditional Lights. Camera. Action. production company. We produce video and audio content from start to finish. Spothub is our own proprietary technology platform that automates high-volume...
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- Video Production
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Audio Production
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We specialize in video production for companies in Saint Paul, and Minneapolis, by creating a clear video marketing roadmap, we become an extension of their brand...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- St. Paul, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Helping brands medium to small, solve their biggest challenges by listening to their pain points, devising a plan that is agreeable and turning that concept into a beautiful reality that meets all of their goals...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Hackettstown, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Boutique website design and development agency focused on providing value and results to our clients through beautifully designed, coded, and SEO optimized websites...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Bloomington, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
JKI Marketing is a Web Developer and Digital Marketing Agency with offices in New Jersey and Florida. We have been recognized as one of the TOP 100 WIX WEB DESIGNERS IN THE WORLD, and one of the TOP DIGITAL MARKETING AGENCIES in Tampa, 2022. We offer: Web Design, Branding, SEO, SMM, SEMWe work with...
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- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Morristown, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Colle McVoys purpose-driven approach challenges clients to make a difference in the world through meaningful work. Focused on integrated capabilities across all of marketing, we use our experience-driven creative process to create impactful brand experiences that influence consumers buying decisions...
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- Public Relations
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We'll help you get to the root of what makes you, you with our done-for-you copywriting services and educational resources crafted to help you share your products, services and impact with your audience in an entirely new way...
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- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Content Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Stoke Marketing, we don't do busywork we do what works. Every tactic we recommend is backed by strategy, data, and a deep understanding of your goals. You'll get bold ideas, sharp messaging, and transparent communication every step of the way. If something's not hitting the mark, we pivot fast and always...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Raleigh , North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
No Brand Creative is a dynamic agency specializing in branding, design, and advertising. By blending creativity with strategy, the agency crafts compelling visual identities and impactful campaigns that resonate with audiences and elevate brands. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, No Brand Creative...
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- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
- SEO
- Video Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Lebanon, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
WGNR is an innovation-first brand marketing agency adept at fusing insights from brand psychology and sociocultural anthropology...
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- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
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...
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- 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
iDENTIFY.Agency combines 10+ years of digital marketing expertise with 15+ years of dental practice operations through SmileSecure. We drive patient growth with Dental SEO, Paid Ads, AI Content, Reputation Management, and conversion-focused practice marketing...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Sugar Land, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $29/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Born from a desire to help businesses rise up and out of the noise, Norde leverages brand strategy and cross-disciplinary creative skills to lead businesses down a path towards authentic, engaging, and unique content that holds value well beyond its looks...
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- Video Production
- Web Design
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Pownal, Maine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are an Austin based video production service company serving the ATX area. Hens Bread Productions is your complete partner for video and photography, turning creative ideas into compelling visual stories. Since 2020, we have been producing high-quality video content designed to meet your specific needs and...
Top Services:
- Audio Production
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With 10+ years of experience in producing creativity-infused videos, Glam Creatives is ready to bring your beauty and fashion products to life. Our exceptional stories will spread far and wide across all channels, TikTok, Meta and Instagram, assuring a big splash for the launch...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Fibs and Tales is a creative powerhouse that stands as a prominent narrative and commercial video production company...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Location
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
C&I Studios is a global creative studio specializing in video production, photography, branding, graphic design, web design, and storytelling-driven marketing campaigns. The agency helps brands create impactful visual experiences that engage audiences and drive measurable results...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Rushlight Agency is a Salem, Oregon creative marketing, film production, and public affairs agency. Senior Producer Chris Fischer's wildlife documentary Dust self-funded, shot by a three-person crew in Botswana's Kalahari was licensed by National Geographic for international distribution. That same...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Salem, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
WOW FACTOR AI combines human creativity, AI intelligence, and decades of marketing expertise to help ambitious brands attract more customers, strengthen their message, and deliver extraordinary results...
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- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Colorado, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $195/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Xrender Studio, we turn architectural plans into visuals that feel real. We work with homebuilders, architects, and developers to create 3D renderings, tours, and animations that make projects easy to understand and exciting to present. Whether it's selling a property, getting approvals, or just showing a...
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- Product Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- West Palm Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We offer digital and creative services to small enterprises, nonprofits, political campaigns, and government agencies. Our areas of expertise include targeted digital advertising (including social, search, programmatic display, pre-roll video, connected television, and radio), web design, creative content...
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- Advertising
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- New Brunswick, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are your one stop shop for all your digital marketing needs. Specializing in content creation and creating marketing campaigns that drive action. Need help with short form video content? We got you covered, with multiple clients of ours going viral. We understand the social media algorithm...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Creative Services
- SEO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Collide is a creative studio based in Nashville, dedicated to helping people and brands communicate with lasting impact through the strategic use of design and language. Since opening the doors in 2009, the philosophy behind Collide has been focused on crafting successful collaborations to achieve powerful...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $115/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Most presentation designers are handed an argument and asked to make it look convincing. I fix the argument first.Before I designed decks I carried a $10M quota at Oracle, made Quota Club four years running, and presented to C-suite audiences at Apple. Then I founded a company and raised $110,000 on a...
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- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- Montclair, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Highly-converting strategy, messaging and copywriting to help brands stand out, get noticed and increase their bottom line in competitive niches...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $195/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At OlivSEO, we aspire to be a valuable partner in your company venture. We are trustworthy and hardworking consultants. We assist your company in establishing and expanding its web presence. We do research, analyze data, and provide suggestions for all websites...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a Philadelphia creative agency driving conversion for purpose-driven B2B and service businesses through brand-led design and visual media...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
I am a creative tech founder helping small businesses and startups transform ideas into high-impact digital experiences. I specialize in AI-powered video production and custom web development that drives real business results. By leveraging low-code IDEs and AI tools, I deliver most projects in just 2 weeks...
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- Video Production
- Web Development
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Genifem is an innovaitive marketing and technology company. we value our customers with gratitude. We build custom AI agents and automated systems for SMBs to streamline operations, cut costs, and accelerate growth...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We're The Apricots Media creative agency focused on social media marketing, content creation, and visual storytelling that drives real results for CPG, DTC, and hospitality brands. We blend bold creativity, hands-on collaboration, and the kind of brand growth that rivals the biggest agencies. We make heads...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Concord, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
One simple premise: every business has a story to tell. Conflict. Passion. Comedy. Triumph. In a world flooded with images and information, your story sets you apart, tells people who you are, where you came from, and where youre going. At hi-gloss we listen closely, look deeply, and think boldly. We look to...
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- Package Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
paul howell : Design is a branding and design studio that helps organizations and individuals uncover their truths and connect with their audiences in meaningful and beautiful ways...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a team of content developers -- producers, directors, DPs, illustrators, animators and editors -- who work together to produce dynamic videos that will engage your audience. Whatever your budget, you can be assured that if we take on your project you will be delighted with the results...
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- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a team of creative professionals in Northwest Florida providing modern & fresh photography and video production (content creation) and marketing services including social media & ad management for businesses big and small...
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- Video Production
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Destin, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Nufire Marketing is……a full-service business and marketing consulting firm that helps business owners and marketing professionals build awareness, generate leads and increase sales with integrated brand marketing that revolves around a great understanding of your business and your culture.We are a...
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- Digital Marketing
- Business Consulting
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Burnsville, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With 25+ years in the industry, our proven track record is reflected in the glowing reviews and loyalty of the clients we've served. Our longevity and reputation speak for themselves—Trust 360 Solutions to consistently deliver exceptional results. Join the many who have transformed their marketing with us...
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- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Development
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- Location
- Waco, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
BillboardMax is a DOOH advertising agency that helps brands buy and manage outdoor media across Florida and the U.S. The team handles location research, highway digital screen selection, vendor coordination, creative preparation, scheduling, launch support, and reporting...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Hallandale Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Regular Animal is a creative agency that generates content and design across all platforms. We do many things but focus on copywriting, strategy, brand identities, websites, books, and objects for clients, audiences, and ourselves...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a boutique, full-service advertising agency targeting English and Spanish speaking consumers with media and analytic specialties in television (linear and OTT/Advanced), print and radio (terrestrial, digital and podcast). We also have full video, print and radio creative service capabilities...
Top Services:
- Audio Production
- Video Production
- Advertising
- Media Buying
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Sarasota, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Big agency style with a personal touch. Bowen Imagery is your creative partner for print design and layout, logos and branding, website development, illlustration, photography and retouching. We've worked with billion dollar brands like HMSHost and helped startups from the ground floor figure out their...
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- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Waynesville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
DesignsWP offer website development, content strategy optimization, branding and graphic design with a major emphasis on WordPress however our knowledge encompasses Drupal, Site123, Squarespace and Shopify as well...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Video Production | Photography | Event Production | Ads | Promotional Videos | Content Strategy. We make video production and content creation fun, simple, and effective - and our underlying purpose is to empower everyone to push the boundaries of creativity...
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- Video Production
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Bellevue, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
BARÚ is a cross-cultural marketing agency that seamlessly blends creativity with strategic insights to deliver campaigns that resonate on a cultural and emotional level...
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- Email Marketing
- Advertising
- PPC
- Translation Services
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Culver City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
OnMark LLC is a comprehensive digital marketing agency boasting over two decades of industry expertise. Our services encompass website design and development, SEO Optimization, Reputation Management, and social media marketing. The LeadStrike Automation Toolkit, tailored for busy local business operators...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Charlotte Content Marketing operates as a comprehensive digital marketing agency situated in Charlotte, NC. Our team specializes in prioritizing content strategy and development, empowering clients to forge robust customer relationships while establishing credibility, expertise, and trust within their...
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- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Media Mea is your full-spectrum advertising partner delivering powerful, data-driven campaigns across TV, digital billboards, mobile, and more. We turn every screen into your opportunity...
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- Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Public Relations
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
RUQUS Creative is a California-based agency specializing in branding, web design, social media, and digital campaigns. We combine strategy, design, and in-house content production to build cohesive brands that connect and drive measurable growth...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Rocklin, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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.
Looking for the right United States creative marketing agency? Visit our Marketplace and leave brief details about your project. We’ll match you with top creative partners for free.
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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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?