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A branding studio focussed on craft & culturally relevant connection of places and products in hospitality and home...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $2500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At SolvitX, we don't just build websites, apps, and campaigns we create possibilities. With 10+ years of experience in web development, app development and digital marketing, we strategize your ideas into a complete product. Witness the perfect blend of cutting-edge development and sharp marketing tactics...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- CRM Consulting
- Software Development
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $2000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Imagine your brand reaching new heights with our small Tokyo-based team that's really good at making cool videos...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Tokyo, Japan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Craft Creative is a nationally renowned premium video production company headquartered in Charleston, SC that provides tailored creative solutions to partners across the United States...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Video Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
CP Creatives specializes in world-class photography and video for hotels and resorts, capturing their authentic story and feeling. Our passion for travel and visual storytelling has taken us worldwide, earning us a unique position in the hospitality industry. We craft stunning, high-quality content that...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
We Turn Ideas Into Immersive ExperiencesImmersionX Technologies is a leading Immersive Experience Agency creating engaging brand experiences through AR, holograms, interactive installations, and digital storytelling. We help brands captivate audiences and drive meaningful engagement...
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- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
99Digital Service is a results-focused digital marketing agency based in Kolkata, helping businesses grow through smart SEO, high-performing PPC campaigns, and conversion-driven digital strategies. We work closely with startups, local brands, and growing companies to improve online visibility, generate...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $660/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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
Fleckor is the one-stop platform that handles everything from ideation to results. Were a technology-focused creative house. The idea of bringing various integrated marketing service needs under one roof is our reason to exist...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
The OneBillion! Agency isn't your typical agency. We're a marketing effectiveness shop helping brands grow through data-driven, customer-centric, and results-oriented marketing campaigns...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Market Research
- Branding
- eCommerce
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Charley Signature
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Charley Signature is a global luxury branding agency shaping refined identities for the worlds most prestigious brands. Operating across Miami, Paris, Dubai and Hong Kong, we craft strategies balancing heritage and innovation for clients including Dior, Armani, Four Seasons and Lamborghini...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
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H&K Cinema is a Dallas-Fort Worth based cinematic production company specializing in elevated wedding films, brand storytelling, and live event coverage. Founded in 2014, we blend documentary authenticity with refined visuals to create films that feel intentional, emotional, and timeless. From multi-day...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Fort Worth, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ALM Media is a Dubai-based content and production partner helping brands, agencies, and production teams drive measurable growth through strategic content. Its services span strategy, video and photography production, casting, creative development, and content execution, with experience across international...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a premium digital marketing agency providing 360 degree marketing for ambitious brands looking to take over the world stage. Our services render discovery, strategy, design, development, and launch and growth...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Media Buying
- Digital Strategy
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Website Design Hive creates stunning websites, logos, apps, and animations while driving growth through SEO, PPC, and digital marketing. We turn ideas into results-driven online experiences...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Campbell, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $450/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At Aago, we thrive on the celebration of diversity, which fuels our passion for collaborating with brands from across the globe. Our commitment to excellence drives us to deliver tailored solutions that address the unique needs and challenges of each client, empowering them to achieve their business...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $400/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Crafting visually impactful brand design solutions. Elevate your brand with our strategic and creative approach. From branding strategy to digital design, we create cohesive visual identities that resonate with your audience. Visit our site to learn more...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $395/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Threefifty is a leading CRO agency known for delivering rapid, measurable growth through data-driven optimization strategies. By leveraging proven insights and personalized conversion techniques, the agency helps high-profile clients maximize revenue and improve performance across digital channels...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $350/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Square Media Ltd was established with the primary objective of offering comprehensive media solutions encompassing both print and digital platforms tailored to cater to the needs of corporate entities, as well as small, medium, and large-scale businesses across various industries. Our focus remains on...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Kampala, Uganda
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $350/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Supercharge your brand with a video that creates an impact. We laser focus on creating content that drives your sales, marketing, training & recruitment goals across the finish line. Our mission is to help bring your brand to the right audience in the right way. Our team offers on-demand video production...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $350/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Walla is a creative partner for funded startups who need high-quality, on-brand design but don't have time to build an in-house team. We plug in like your internal design crew, giving founders, marketing leads, and growth teams the support they need to scale smarter and move faster...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
7 Layer Studio is an award-winning, woman-owned New Jersey branding and design agency. We partner with ambitious founder-led brands, seasoned businesses, and mission-driven organizations across healthcare, education, food and beverage, and beauty to build brands that move people and culture...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- South Orange, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Wabash and Lake Consulting is your all-in-one solution for marketing, creative, strategy, and advertising. As a small and dedicated team, we offer affordable plug-and-play services to support growing companies, businesses seeking to overcome plateaus, and marketing directors in need of a reliable support...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Print Design
- Audio Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/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
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Grizzly is an independent creative agency, founded in 2013, that specializes in guiding brands onward to challenge conventions and make a lasting impact on culture...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Advertising
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Blockchain Marketing Boutique is a senior-level Web3 marketing and PR agency specializing in tailored growth strategies, brand positioning, and high-impact campaigns. We connect innovators, investors, and communities to accelerate success in the blockchain space...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Scarlet Royal is Dubais elite branding agency, crafting iconic brand identities for visionary businesses. From brand strategy to visual storytelling, we dont just make brands look good we make them unforgettable...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Agencies United is a global creative brand and production studio, bringing together seasoned strategists, award-winning designers, and leading independent agencies. We partner with ambitious brands to create ideas that move, blending deep expertise with fresh thinking to build brands that are timely and...
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- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Package Design
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- Location
- Summit, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
CRE8 Media is a Melbourne-based creative design and development studio specializing in innovative solutions. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional results that elevate your brand's presence and impact...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Thomastown, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $280/hr
Trusted by BMW and the Museum of Fine Arts Houston, OWDT unifies web design, branding, and marketing into a scalable digital system. Its work has earned 40+ awards, including the Webby Awards and Awwards. The creative agency is best for enterprises seeking brand and web work in a single partner...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $275/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
A boutique digital marketing firm specializing in luxury hotels & resorts, distinctive lifestyle environments and travel-related experiences...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $275/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Copacino Fujikado Advertising is a full-service, fiercely independent agency that believes every brand deserves breakthrough work...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Media Buying
- Market Research
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $275/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
End of Work is a branding and design agency with headquarters in Sydney, Australia.Our main focus is on the next services: Strategy | Brand | Digital | Communications | Film and Content | Property Marketing | Spatial Experiences...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Through our IP, DMC fuses human expertise and artistic ingenuity with cutting-edge AI technologies to make your teams' jobs easier both now and long-term...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Our 32 years of broadcast production experience in the #1 marketing platform has shaped us into a marketing agency specializing in all things media. Anstar Productions Group we tell your story and brand your identity through the best media platform for your business...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Print Design
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- Location
- Marana, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
INDIRAP is a full-service video production and video marketing agency serving growth-focused brands nationwide. Since 2013, INDIRAP has produced 20,000+ videos for 900+ clients across 40+ industries, including LinkedIn, Google, and Hyatt, pairing corporate video production with paid social, organic...
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- Video Production
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Creative Services
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our team of experienced professionals has a passion for storytelling and a dedication to creating high-quality content that engages and informs...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Edgewater, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
Flightdeck Advertising is a boutique creative and marketing agency headquartered in Irvine, California. Founded in 2022, the agency specializes in brand strategy, digital marketing, creative design, and immersive virtual experiences. It positions itself as a launchpad for ambitious brands combining strategy...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Hoops is a 360-degree marketing communication agency that determines the right channels for brands and reaches target audiences with the right marketing fictions...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Wild Wolf, a design studio prioritizing thoughtful approaches, excels in the creation of compelling brand identities and meaningful digital experiences. With a focus on strategic thinking, we specialize in building brands that resonate and crafting digital journeys that leave a lasting impact. At Wild Wolf...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/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
We create interior spaces that leave a lasting impression and connect people with brands and organizations. We understand your brand's core values, personality, and strategic vision, translating them into designs that drive business success...
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- Design Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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
We are the ones you call when you need an extra pair of hands to help you build the narrative based content that your team can't handle on their own, or if you don't have a team at all...
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
VentureStudios is a digital marketing and production company focused on one thing: moving the needle. We work behind the scenes to plan campaigns, shape messaging, run ads, and execute with clarity online and on the ground...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Creative Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Personality-led branding and website design helping creative entrepreneurs, lifestyle founders, and personal brands build distinct brands and strategic websites that attract aligned clients and elevate their presence online...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Ottawa, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
One embedded team for multi-location healthcare, senior living, and real estate operators. Brand, web, content, campaigns, and on-site experience...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Toms River, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Shikatani Lacroix Design (SLD) is a Toronto-based strategic design agency with over 35 years of experience helping retail, CPG, and financial brands earn a place in consumers' hearts...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Coffee & Candle is a London-based branding and marketing agency that helps startups and growing businesses build distinctive, results-driven brands. Its services include brand strategy, visual identity, packaging design, website development, SEO, and performance marketing, combining strategic thinking with...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
GDA Connect operates as a creative boutique headquartered in Mexico, focusing on content creation and curation. Our seasoned team's expertise enables us to tackle creative challenges spanning various industries, ranging from consumer products to financial services...
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- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Package Design
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- Location
- Puebla, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $230/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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.