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. 

Discover the Best Creative Companies

311 Companies-Rankings updated: October 29, 2026

Organic rankings are determined by five factors: top services, reviews, portfolio, awards/press, and team expertise. Sponsored listings pay for a placement that appears above organic positions. Sponsorship does not affect star ratings or review content - read more on our methodology page.

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  • We Craft Creative The Way Brewmasters Craft Beer

    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...

    Top Services:

    • 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
  • Independent Brisbane creative studio. Not an agency.

    Brisbane creative partner for video, photography and social media content. Founder-led retainers...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Video Marketing
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    Location
    Brisbane, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $450/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Challenge Complex

    You already have a vendor for social, one for SEO, and one for paid media. Real Growth Matters replaces all three with a single accountable team running strategy, brand, and full-funnel marketing as one system. We take on a deliberately small number of clients at a time. Everyone else gets our free tools...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • AEO
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    Location
    Bel Air, Maryland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $350/hr
  • Everything You Need To Be Seen Online.

    AG2 Digital is your complete website design, SEO, and Branding agency based in New York City, NY. Our clients are our top priority, any work that we do for you will be designed to meet your needs and expectations...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • SEO
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Dare to be Different with Us

    Outlier Creative Agency empowers the legal industry with innovative and impactful marketing solutions while providing premium client service and delivering world-class work...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Santa Monica, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Accelerating Growth. Revolutionizing Results.

    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
  • Make Business Beautiful

    Odgis + Co is an award-winning, women-owned brand design studio. We work with organizations at moments of transition: a new venture, a repositioning, a brand that no longer reflects the firm behind it. We help them define what they stand for, then design a brand that expresses it...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Starfish Branding and Creative Agency

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.

    The Brand Experience is the Brand.

    Since 2002, Starfish has built brand strategy, identity, and advertising under a Brand and Creative Intelligence system, designing brands to perform for people & AI systems alike. It has served 1,000+ companies, including PwC and Dunkin. Best for enterprises wanting branding for AI-era discoverability...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    24 Projects Listed

    Starfish Branding and Creative Agency Services

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
    • Business Consulting
    • Package Design
    • Digital Strategy
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • PwC
    • Gallup
    • Dunkin'
    • ADL
    • Baxter Pharamceuticals
    • Avis Budget Group
    • Principal
    • Samsung
    • Hologic
    • Crisil (S&P Global)
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Starfish Branding and Creative Agency Reviews & Testimonials

    • Undisclosed
      Undisclosed Software Developer at IT Firm
      4.5★

      Graphic Design Review from Undisclosed

      Starfish has been hired by an IT Firm for graphic design services. They are tasked with creating professional designs that meet the requirements for the software they are developing for their customers. Starfish has developed exceptional graphics, and the client's customers are satisfied with the outcome. The client has also profited enough from the team's designs, which ensures a progressive partnership. Their design are of good quality, and the client is extremely pleased with their services.

    • John Gamble
      John Gamble Engineering Services Manager at Spire Healthcare Group plc
      5.0★

      Brand Strategy Review from John Gamble

      Starfish helped us create our new brand, including a new logo, brand identity and brand guidelines as well as a new company culture (vision, mission, values, and behaviors). Tenet undertook a thorough discovery process involving quantitative and qualitative research, data gathering, a competitive analysis, interviews of internal and external stakeholders, and surveys, which informed the creative process.

    • Declan Alphonso
      Declan Alphonso Supervisor at Tervita Corporation
      5.0★

      Branding Review from Declan Alphonso

      Starfish strategic approach included qualitative and quantitative research, a competitive analysis, and a thoughtful creative process -- blending art and science to deliver excellent results. The team was communicative, flexible, and timely, and they provided outstanding guidance.

    Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All Reviews
  • The Human Experience.

    Award-winning, creative studio specializing in branding, web, mobile and design sprints for healthcare, education, legal and financial sectors...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Product Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • Better Marketing Starts Here

    Since 2008 we've been helping startups and small businesses around the world to deliver better, more relevant marketing strategies and tactics. Combining branding, messaging, design, SEO and CRO with a wide range of tactical marketing initiatives, we help you increase awareness, credibility, reputation, trust...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Business Consulting
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Truchtersheim, France
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Are the Agency for Change Agents.

    At Spectacle, we turn high potential businesses into high performing brands by providing the right strategic and creative tools to break through the clutter, enabling brands to stand out and stand the test of time...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • The Leading Niche provides comprehensive professional services

    The Leading Niche provides comprehensive professional services to federal, civilian, defense, and commercial clients in domestic and international markets. Our personnel deliver large business capabilities using a small business/high-touch approach. We provide an uncompromising commitment to “Customer...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Digital Services
    • Creative Services
    • AI Development
    • Big Data Analytics
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
  • Accelerating Growth Through AI-Powered Performance Marketing

    Direct Agents is an independent, minority-owned digital marketing agency that specializes in performance-driven customer acquisition solutions. Founded by first-generation immigrants, Direct Agents celebrates its 19th year in business this year...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • The Agency Your Mother Warned You About | Devoted To Disruption

    Hussel is an ethos, a way of life. It means screw the ordinary, let's get scrappy and harness creativity. We generate real return by showing the world who you are and what you stand for. We're the team you call when your marketing feels tired and uninspired.Disruptive marketing is all about taking the...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creatively Reaching People

    320 Creative is a Minnesota-based digital agency specializing in web design, development, and web marketing including SEO. We help small businesses and nonprofits elevate their online presence with smart strategy, clean design, and measurable results. Our services also include logo design and large format...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Sartell, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Crafting Unforgettable Digital Experiences

    Centering human connection in technology experiences, Activate Vision guides businesses from vision and goals to strategic brand decisions. We deliver effective systems, website design, and automation that save money and rapidly increase ROI all with Silicon Valley quality and a warm, down-to-earth approach...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Catalina Foothills, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Curious Minds Creative Hearts

    Most marketing agencies master one or two channels. We make all of them work together. We're a Melbourne-based creative marketing agency specializing in professional services firms and lifestyle brands ready to scale. While others focus narrowly, we've spent over 18 years understanding how digital ads, email...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    East Melbourne, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your Business, Done For You.

    GRAVITY builds video-powered revenue systems with full attribution designed to scale. Unlike agencies that rent you tactics and keep you dependent, we build a complete system you own in 12 months: video production, marketing automation, CRM attribution, and full-funnel tracking. We measure revenue closed, not...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • SEO
    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Sioux Falls, South Dakota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Corporate Video And Photography, One Studio, Nationwide

    Henry David Photography is a St. Louis studio producing corporate, facility, interview and brand video for organizations nationwide, often alongside commercial still photography. We handle the full process from planning and on-site production through editing and delivery, so marketing and HR teams get...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Video Marketing
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    St. Louis, Missouri
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Brand Decisions Shouldn't Be Guesswork.

    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...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Services
    • Graphic 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
  • Accelerate Your Business Growth with BRK!

    BRK is a Charlotte-based full-service agency specializing in branding, video production, web design, lead generation, social media, digital marketing for B2B + B2C. With over 35 years of experience, BRK delivers strategic, data-driven campaigns that captivate audiences and drive measurable results...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $225/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Brand-led marketing. Designed to matter.

    Rizco is a top brand-led marketing agency with 25+ years of experience in branding, web design, and digital marketing. Based in NJ and WBE-certified, we blend strategy, creativity, and design to deliver bold, lasting brand experiences. We Champion Your Brand.https://rizco.com/work/...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Spring Lake, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $210/hr
  • Your Brands Next Chapter Begins Here

    We believe the best creative outcomes are built on clear thinking. Every project begins by understanding the business, the audience and the problem before exploring the solution. Guided by our ethos. Creativity through logic. Progress over process. Design without ego. We create brands, digital experiences and...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Perth, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $210/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Power Your Business With Smart Creative.

    Robot Creative thrives on assisting organizations in their growth journey, whether they are established businesses, startups, or nonprofits. With our expertise and experience, we tailor our approach to each client's unique business needs, equipping them with the necessary tools and resources to develop...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    San Antonio, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Be Bold or be Forgotten.

    Splendor is a full-service advertising, marketing, and web-design agency nestled in the heart of Red Bank - a cultural, arts, dining and shopping destination on the Jersey Shore...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Logo Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Red Bank, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    15 Projects Listed
  • Go Global. Act Local.

    We are a network of Public Relations agencies that will help you in 80+ countries to tell your story, enter foreign markets, launch your products and services, or just send your business news to the media...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • Event Marketing
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Warsaw, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Marketing & Communications for B2B Brands

    Be Known. Create a Media FRENZY...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Make it Interesting.

    Branding. Interactive. Video. A creative agency built the way you work.Big ideas, a nimble team, and branded content that grabs attention...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Advertising
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Powering Your Growth with Email Strategies

    Budai Media is a world-class Ecommerce Retention Marketing Agency focused on Email Marketing that empowers your online store to scale and thrive. Our comprehensive range of services, including email marketing automation, captivating design, loyalty program management, and more, fuels customer retention and...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Take on the world

    Brandlucent helps impactful B2B tech and service companies pursue their brand potential. Through our brand transformation programs, we define, inspire, and engage organizations to create real impact. With strategy, design and experience we drive ambitious companies to 'Take on the world'...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Montreal, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Helping brands grow with performance marketing

    #1 paid marketing agency to help you grow your business. We create high performing paid marketing campaigns designed to scale your business...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Unleash Your Online Power with Squee.

    With our completely risk-free design, you may have a website that not only exemplifies your brand but also far beyond customers' expectations and produces successful commercial outcomes. Working with us will provide you with an unparalleled online experience that is backed by a satisfaction guarantee...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Design Services
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Cheltenham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Flutter of Creative Solutions.

    At Hummingbird Marketing Services, we design beautiful, mobile-friendly websites that make your business stand out from the rest of the flock. We write content driven by SEO so that your potential customers find you on Google. And we turn your customers into ravings fans on social media...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Edmonds, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    16 Projects Listed
  • Women-Owned Branding & Graphic Design Studio

    BTD BRAND is a full-service design & branding agency serving law firms and franchise restaurants in Minnesota and beyond...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Minneapolis, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Strategy To Screen

    The Creative Agency is a full service marketing firm and creative agency specializing in long term strategic growth, brand identity, lead generation, content creation and more...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Fort Collins, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • For Brands Worth Celebrating

    Banner Day is a naming and branding agency built by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs, with a distinctive focus on leading with words. As a words-first company, we believe in helping small businesses make a big impact by creating brands that inspire loyalty and deserve to be celebrated from the very beginning...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • London Video Production Agency for Brands, Events & Social Media

    Shootlab is a full-service video production and content creation agency for London and UK clients. Our three core specialisms are corporate video production, event videography and social media video, with sector experience across education, arts and culture, and the public sector...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Services
    • Video Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Lewes, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Design with vision. Strategy with results.

    Publiedit is a creative studio based in Barcelona, led by Fran Cabello, with over 20 years of experience helping brands stand out through graphic design, branding, web development, and digital marketing. With a solid track record and clients such as Emporio Armani, Porsche, and Volkswagen, the agency combines...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    Location
    Barcelona, Spain
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Strategy and Design as System | Brazil & Portugal

    Strategy and design as organized systems of meaning. Building brands that support decision-making and strengthen competitive positioning. Since 2002 in Brazil and Portugal...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Sao Paulo, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creating Value & Altering Emotions

    MUAVE Agency is a creative and consulting firm specializing in Branding, Marketing, and Business Consulting. We craft impactful brand identities, modern websites, and performance-driven strategies that connect with audiences and elevate businesses. Guided by our motto Creating Value & Altering Emotions, we...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Creative Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • ZivZo Marketing Group is a Full-Service agency servicing for-profit and non-profit orgainzations natuionally. Your organizations gain immense advantages through ZivZo's unwavering dedication to creativity, strategic insight, and client triumphs, evidenced by its widespread client base nationwide...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Potomac, Maryland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Digital Innovation Experts

    At 10up, we think that where design and engineering knowledge intersect is where digital innovation frequently occurs...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Creative Services
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Sacramento, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Our strength is creating experiences that bring brands to life and drive consumers to action. Our creative work is guided by data analysis that drives an integrated mix of social strategy, influencer marketing, content creation, distribution, media relations and very smart, succinct paid media...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $195/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Make the Ordinary...Extraordinary!

    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...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Creative Services
    • Print Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Colorado, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $195/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Transformative Branding & Web Design for Visionary Nonprofits

    Specialists in strategic brand building and web design for nonprofits who change systems that help create a more just, equitable, and sustainable world...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Logo Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $185/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Healthcare Marketing Agency

    Katava Marketing is a full-service digital marketing agency helping businesses nationwide grow through strategy, branding, website design, SEO, content development, and paid media management...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Managed Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Chester, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Oath + Stone is a bespoke graphic design studio based in Australia.

    Oath + Stone is a bespoke graphic design studio based in Australia. We partner with small and medium sized businesses, and people who are excited to create something seriously great. We like to change minds, challenge perceptions, and put a spin on traditions...

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    Number of Employees
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    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Elegant With A Modern Edge

    White Ink Creative is a boutique luxury branding and Showit website studio based in Australia, working with clients across the US, Canada, and beyond. Founded by Ashleigh Luhr a designer with 12+ years of agency and entrepreneurial experience the studio creates refined, strategy-led brand identities and...

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  • Handcrafted Digital Experiences

    Living Proof Creative delivers innovative Handcrafted Brand & Digital Experiences grounded in Creativity, Expert Ability, Reliability, and Likeability...

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    Number of Employees
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    Average Hourly Rate
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    Minimal Budget
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  • The Right Message. The Right Tools. The Right Time.

    With offices in greater Los Angeles and partners worldwide, The Hoyt Organization (THO) knows a thing or two about reaching the right audience. In fact, today we reach markets across the country with clients based in New York, Charlotte, Kansas City, Dallas, Seattle and more...

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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 CompaniesMarketing Agencies
FocusBuilding brand identity, consistency, and audience connectionDriving awareness, traffic, leads, conversions, and revenue 
ServicesBrand 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
OutputLogos, 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+
  • Major Tom 
  • Groove Johnes 
  • OWDT
Low budget: $25,000-$50,000
  • AMZ Optimized 
  • Splendor 
  • Fonder Studio

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.