Explore top creative agencies that drive lasting customer connections through bold designs and storytelling. Choose from vetted US-based creative companies specializing in brand strategy, content creation, digital marketing, and advertising.
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Cross Graphic Ideas’s expertise spans logo, branding, packaging, and web design. With 10+ years in business, the B2B creative agency has delivered work for 550+ clients across the US, UK, Canada, and India. Suits small businesses seeking affordable branding and web design combined...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 26 Projects Listed
PM Solutions specializes in advertising and content marketing for social media, websites, print, radio, billboards and blogposts. The focus is on brand promotion, SEO, increasing visibility, digital advertising and increasing target engagement...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Public Relations
- Design Services
- Content Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Catch Bangladesh is a full-service communication and marketing agency committed to offering our clients an all-encompassing solution for all of their branding, marketing, promotion, visibility and technology needs...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Media Buying
- SEO
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Cálamo & Cran was founded as an agency offering editorial and translation services, specializing in clear communication and impeccable text. With a steadfast commitment to precision, we uphold the motto of delivering flawless content to our clients...
Top Services:
- Translation Services
- Graphic Design
- Transcription Services
- Print Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We help with branding, web design, and instructional design. We take on both large and small projects...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Design Services
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- Location
- Gainesville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
We're an animation production company specializing in high-quality animated promotional, marketing, and explainer videos to promote your business online.If you are looking for an amazing animated promotional, marketing, or explainer video at an affordable price, we're here to help you grow...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Imran Haroons creative brand design studio delivers branding, UI/UX, graphic design, and website solutions across the UAE. With 18+ years of experience, the studio blends creativity and strategy to craft high-impact, results-driven experiences that elevate brands...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
PilotCow Studio is a creative agency that specializes in providing a wide range of services related to graphic design, copywriting, and content creation. With a team of skilled and experienced professionals, we at PilotCow Studio are committed to delivering high-quality work that meets the unique needs of our...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Manila, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
In I AM ONLINE we support businesses to reach their goals. Assisiting with setting up accounts in different mediums and platfroms to establishing a strategy, we stand by their side on their journey to success...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
- WordPress Website Design
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Thessaloniki, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 23 Projects Listed
G3 Creative is a Glasgow graphic, print & branding studio since 2005. Expert logo design, strategic branding, brochure & print design, packaging, signage & eco-friendly printing. Work direct with an experienced designer for results-driven creative. Free quote...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 18 Projects Listed
As a design consultant, I assist B2B organizations in attracting more workers or customers, or in establishing an employee brand. I create websites, logos, and social media presences to help you be found, understood, felt, and contacted more effectively...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Reinbek, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Whales Design is a design and branding studio founded in 2016 that helps businesses solve problems with the help of design. We're here to create your perfect design from a small logo to a full branding system...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Frostbolt is a digital creative agency helping businesses build stronger brands, launch better digital experiences and grow with confidence through branding, web design, website development and ongoing creative support...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- SEO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Bird Comunicação is a strategic communication agency that partners with global brands to shape positioning, craft creative strategies, and drive meaningful growth...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- Design Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Petrópolis, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Hoot and a Half is a creative design studio blending digital expertise with a deep understanding of people. We craft stunning, functional designs tailored to your brand. From B2B to B2C, we've helped brands create impactful ads, websites, and long-form content. Our mission is to drive results...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Email Marketing
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Redmond, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Heeger Designs is a creative digital agency that offers a full range of services, from branding and graphic design, to web development and e-commerce, to digital marketing and analytics...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $92/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Our agency specializes in jumpstarting "stuck" businesses. In just 48 hours, we can show you how to boost your sales through targeted strategies. Our tailored marketing plans, email campaigns, and lead strategies are designed to generate new customers, nurture existing clients and drive sales. With 25 years...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Elgin, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We help your brand take flight with a blend of creativity, digital and marketing. Our full-service approach ensures your brand is cleared for take-off, provided with a first-class experience, and ready to reach new horizons...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Taunton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $113/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SBN Media, also known as Sixteen By Nine Media, is a Mumbai-based video production house established in 2010. Founded by Gourav Ghosh, an alumnus of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), the company specializes in crafting high-impact visual stories for brands, corporations, and mission-driven...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $102/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
We are an award-winning London based design agency, who help companies to launch, grow or change. For nearly 15 years we have worked with some amazing people, brands and companies helping them to discover who they are, how they want to be perceived and what they would like to achieve. Whether you are...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Bulat Visual crafts high-converting product videos for B2B SaaS. Backed by 14 years of expertise, we turn complex software into clear visual stories that drive demos and revenue growth...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Location
- Baku, Azerbaijan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Build a bold, cohesive brand identity with Aurum Creative a design studio specializing in logos, branding, and web design for modern entrepreneurs and startups...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
TRON is a BREAKTHROUGH FULL STACK CREATIVE MARKETING AGENCY where daring ideas meet strategic execution, blending CREATIVITY, TECHNOLOGY and DATA to unlock brand potential and deliver measurable growth...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Social Media Marketing
- Creative Services
- Content Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
De Otra Forma is a creative agency that combines research, creativity and new technologies to build brands and communication that work. From strategy and branding to digital marketing, web, social media and audiovisual content...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Gijón, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Suite Three Studio is a leading full-service marketing agency focused on unique branding. Our team is dedicated to helping businesses grow and thrive through innovative, customized strategies that deliver real results...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $145/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Partners Advertising Private Limited is a national brand management consulting agency & North India's leading advisor on brand strategy...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Chandigarh, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Im John Cartwright, a down-to-earth freelance graphic designer living in Wales, UK. I love what I do! With a blend of digital and traditional skills that I've picked up over the years, I specialise in print and on-line branding, banners, logo design, point-of-sale design, and visualisations...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Llanelli, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
JHT Design Agency has more than 14 years of experience in the market. The agency was created to positively impact our surroundings, through innovation and creativity. We are sure that ideas change the world and that is why our focus has always been based on consultancy and design in Branding 360, because we...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Business Consulting
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
GrupaTAKA is a marketing agency built by a dynamic team of specialists with diverse skills, experience, and perspectives on marketing. For over 10 years, we have helped grow more than 40 brands through comprehensive communication strategies and full implementation. We combine strategy with execution...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Gliwice, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
I help growing businesses and emerging brands stand out and thrive by building impactful brands and websites. I also work with large brand marketing teams to deliver high-quality design solutions and marketing collateral...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Bizital boasts a specialized team well-versed in the latest trends and technologies within the realm of digital marketing. Our collaborative approach involves working closely with clients to deliver creative and tailored solutions aligned with the unique preferences and requirements of each project...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Elevation Design
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.We are a boutique digital design agency based in Cape Town, South Africa. With over 22 years’ experience, we craft high-impact brand identities, websites, and marketing visuals that don't just look good, they get results!...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We partner with brands that value clarity, consistency, and impact. From brand identity & strategy through to marketing & growth strategy, social media strategy, and content-led campaigns, our work is built to create momentum and deliver measurable results...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Affiliate Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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
WelchCreative is a one-stop shop for award-winning marketing, design, and copywriting services for print and online projects with support from concept to launch and beyond...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We're a Creative Agency located in Taber, Alberta working with amazing clients to help bring their projects to life. We do websites, logos + branding, graphic design, and video projects. Send us an message to get started...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Taber, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Treasure Rock Productions is a distinguished family-owned and operated studio specializing in a wide array of creative media services. From video production and animation to illustration, 3D modeling, scripts, voice-overs, and beyond, our versatile team is equipped to handle any creative endeavor you can...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- American Fork, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Hungry Bull is a results-driven web design and digital marketing agency helping ambitious brands grow through strategy, creativity, and data. We craft high-performing websites and campaigns that rank, convert, and scale specializing in web design, Google Ads, social media, automation, lead generation, and...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Canberra, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Nulu Media specializes in crafting professional presentations that seal deals. Contact us today for captivating PowerPoint decks and marketing materials, where we'll collaborate with you to transform intricate concepts into compelling and visually striking visuals...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
BUSINESS EXPERIENCE. DATA-DRIVEN THINKING. PRACTICAL EXECUTION...
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- Creative Services
- eCommerce Development
- Big Data Analytics
- HR Outsourcing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Cebu City, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
RealSpace3D is a North American architectural visualization studio, founded in 2007, with 2,500+ projects delivered for developers, architects, and builders across the US and Canada...
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- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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
Creative PR agency White And Black PR provides comprehensive PR services especially to fashion and cosmetic brands in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. We are happy to help you with PR in the media, influencer marketing, content for social media, copywriting and organizing the events...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Creative Services
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $48/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Presentation & pitch-deck design & revision, powered by Saije, our AI that delegates direct from PowerPoint. Founded in Ireland, working with clients worldwide. Transparent, flexible pricing...
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- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- BPO
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- Location
- Midleton, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Point & Click is an online marketing company specializing in website design and Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Employee Recruiting and Brand Management...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
NSF Crystal Arcade has been the trusted destination in Dubai for unique, custom-made trophies and corporate gifts. Specializing in exquisite crystal and glass products, their expert craftsmen offer a wide range of personalized services, including glass etching, engraving, and laser cutting...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Creative Services
- Event Marketing
- Affiliate Marketing
- Print Design
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $21/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Geek Dental Marketing is a Miami-based dental marketing agency specializing in growth-focused strategies for modern dental practices. We help dentists attract consistent new patients through Dental SEO, Google Ads marketing, branding, websites, and AI-driven search visibility. Our approach goes beyond design...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- PPC
- Print Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Whitewater, we bring brands to life through bespoke design, branding, photography & videography, artworking, and email campaigns. With a focus on the beauty and hospitality sectors, we deliver creative solutions that captivate your audience and elevate your business...
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- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
In a sea of sameness, it's the different that stands out. At Intrepid, we deliver impactful design to engage your customers and reflect your values. Our clients trust us with everything from slide decks and branding to website development, infographics, and more...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Reading, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
From concept through production, we have all of your marketing and creative needs covered...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
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6 Frequently Asked Questions About Creative Companies
What services do creative agencies offer?
Creative agencies offer services that help define how brands are perceived in the market. Core creative services include:
- Market research and audience insights: Understanding target audiences, competitors, and market positioning to guide creative decisions.
- Brand strategy and identity: Defining brand positioning, messaging, tone of voice, and visual identity, including logos, color palettes, and typography.
- Graphic design and creative production:Creating visual assets such as brochures, posters, packaging, presentations, infographics, and branded collateral.
- Advertising and campaign creative: Developing concepts and assets for paid media, social campaigns, email marketing, digital ads, and other promotional channels.
- Content and copywriting: Writing brand messaging, campaign copy, website copy, taglines, and editorial content that support marketing goals.
- Video and motion content: Producing scripts, storyboards, photography, video, animation, and editing for brand storytelling and campaigns.
- Web design and digital experiences: Designing websites, landing pages, and user experiences, with some agencies also offering web development support.
Other creative services include photography, print production, experiential design, app design, and ongoing creative retainers. The exact scope depends on whether the creative firm specializes in branding, content, digital marketing, or full-service creative support.
What is the difference between a creative company and a marketing agency?
A creative company centers on how a brand looks, sounds, and feels through brand identity, messaging, design, storytelling, and creative production.
On the other hand, a marketing agency focuses on how a brand reaches its audience through campaigns, channels, and performance optimization. Here is a side-by-side comparison for clarity:
| Creative Companies | Marketing Agencies | |
| Focus | Building brand identity, consistency, and audience connection | Driving awareness, traffic, leads, conversions, and revenue |
| Services | Brand strategy, visual identity, graphic design, video production, website design, copy and creative development | SEO, paid media, email marketing, social media management, influencer marketing, public relations, content marketing, analytics |
| Output | Logos, brand systems, creative concepts, websites, videos, and campaign assets | Media plans, campaign execution, lead generation, reporting, and channel performance insights |
While they are distinct disciplines, they often overlap. Many creative companies offer marketing support, and many marketing agencies include creative services as part of their packages.
How much do creative firms charge for their services?
Creative firms charge between $100-$200 per hour or $800-$8,000 per project. The final cost will depend on service type and scope, design complexity, turnaround time, and firm location.
Estimated price range by engagement model:
- Hourly rate: $100-$200 per hour
- Pricing tier: $2,500-$7,500 per month for small projects like social media posts and email marketing templates. However, larger, more complex projects can cost $25,000-$100,000 per month, such as global, multi-channel campaigns.
- Project-based pricing: $800-$8,000 per project
- Commission-based pricing: 10%-30% of the profit or sales
Approximate costs per creative service type:
- Logo design: $1,000-$2,5000 per project
- Comprehensive branding: $16,000-$60,000+ per project
- Web design: $5,000-$200,000+ per project
- Marketing collateral: $500-$2,500+ per project
How long do creative projects typically take?
Creative projects can take anywhere between 1 week and over 4 months. The actual timeline depends on the service type, production complexity, and revision cycle. Here is what to expect:
- Logo design: 2-5 weeks
- Comprehensive branding: 1-3 months
- Graphic design: ~1 week for custom illustrations and infographics
- Blog posts: 1-2 weeks, depending on word count and research complexity
- Social media: 2-3 days, depending on the number of platforms, level of customization, and asset volume
- Email campaigns: 1-2 weeks, depending on design complexity and number of variations
- Video content: 2-8 weeks, depending on video length, production quality, talent availability, and post-production requirements
- Integrated campaigns: 4-8 weeks
When should you hire a creative agency, and when should you keep it in-house?
The answer depends on your goals, budget, timeline, and internal capabilities.
Consider hiring a creative agency if:
- You need to launch or refresh a brand, product, or campaign quickly, but lack internal expertise or bandwidth.
- Creative work is pulling your team away from core business priorities.
- You need specialized skills, such as branding, video production, campaign concepting, or web design.
- You are planning a large, multi-channel, or multi-market campaign that your internal team cannot support alone.
- You want an outside perspective or fresh creative direction.
Keep creative projects in-house if:
- The work is routine, low in complexity, or recurring, such as templated social posts, simple presentations, or basic collateral updates.
- You already have a trusted internal team with the right design, content, or marketing capabilities.
- The work requires close day-to-day collaboration and fast turnaround across departments.
- Your product, audience, or market is highly specialized, and success depends on deep internal knowledge.
What are the top creative agencies?
We have curated a list of top creative firms on DesignRush across multiple price points, so you can identify a vendor that's within your budget.
| High budget: $50,000+ |
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| Low budget: $25,000-$50,000 |
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Beyond budget, our agency directory allows you to filter agency profiles by location, area of expertise, agency reviews, client types, team size, and hourly rates.