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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Brand identity, copywriting & web design sit inside My Biz Niche's wider marketing offering, tying creative to sales & ROI rather than aesthetics alone. It has served brands like TGI Fridays & Wrangler, making it an ideal choice for businesses wanting brand creative bundled with SEO & paid media...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Scottsdale, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
ZANE Productions is an award-winning, full-service video production company with teams in Los Angeles and New York City. We bring creative, strategy, production, and post together to help clients create video that earns attention and drives results...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Advertising
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Since 1981, Crystal Pyramid Productions in San Diego has been a trusted provider of award-winning live events production and video production services...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
StraightFire Web Design and Digital Marketing
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Our clients achieve conversions not just because of their website's stunning visuals, but also due to its SEO-optimized content and captivating videos, drone footage, and photography. We strategically craft everything with unforgettable programming and an intuitive user interface...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Dirt is a global creative studio building for the deeply invested, the sick start-ups and the cool giants...
Top Services:
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We're a branding and creative agency driven by a commitment to empower brands. Our unique approach transcends industry boundaries, focusing on shared values and a dedication to positive impact in every branding journey we embark upon.We create genuine connections between brands & people...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Design Services
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We help our clients with strategic, cost-effective video production services to gain customers and reach goals...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- North Babylon, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Miami creative studio specializing in AI production: brand films, commercials, campaign visuals and social content. Full AI or hybrid. Trusted by DKNY, David Guetta, Karl Lagerfeld and the Yankees...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- AI Development
- Video Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
EYE35DESIGN is a B2B creative solutions agency specializing in branding, website development, marketing & strategic graphic design...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
For the past few years, the Otter Influence team has done nothing but eat, sleep, and breathe short-form video content on TikTok...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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
Capture the moments that matter most. The moments that are meant to be shared past the conclusion of your journey...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Tallahassee, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Adpr Pte. Ltd. Singapore. A brand and design-focused creative collective partnering with Web3 and Web2 clients globally. Strategic and creative minds available to unlock brand ambitions in a connected world...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 18 Projects Listed
Pixl is a Leading Web Development and Digital Marketing Company In India, Helping Businesses of all Sizes Achieve their Online Goals...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are an acclaimed global web agency prioritizing your design needs, operating as a social enterprise that donates profits to a selected Children's Charity and employs creatives referred by a social services employment agency...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Crafted is a highly regarded automotive branding agency that focuses on branding and delivering visually captivating digital solutions, with a particular emphasis on startups...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Design Services
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Visual Oasis
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Visual Oasis helps businesses become easier to understand, harder to ignore and better equipped to grow...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Video Production
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- Location
- Skellefteå, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We're an AI creative agency in Los Angeles producing AI video, social content, websites and marketing automation for brands. Creative direction first...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
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...
Top Services:
- 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
Tatwansh Digital is a digital and creative agency specializing in visual storytelling and impactful design. From three-dimensional (3D) animation to graphic design, digital marketing, and strategic campaign planning, its team delivers exceptional results tailored to clients' needs and goals. The agency excels...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Brandualist is a mystical two-headed being, making marketing twice as strong. One head is always facing the creative side of marketing, while the second one is glaring at its strategic aspect. Let us astound you with digital marketing!...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We bring main character energy back into brands.10+ years of turning big ideas into bigger brands through design, websites, visual fx, & strategy for CPG brands...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Package Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Gorham Agency is a digital branding agency that helps businesses build industry-leading brands through bold strategy and beautifully crafted media...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Vista, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
Meatloaf Studios is a small creative agency specializing in video production. We believe great stories come from true collaboration. We listen closely, adapt quickly, and treat every project as a partnership, not a transaction. From concept to final cut, we bring craft and care to every frame, and we and we...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Offering Digital, Branding, And Music Marketing Services. Deutsch LA is a data-inspired, culturally shaped creative studio. By working at the intersection of entertainment, technology and culture, we keep brands ahead of whats next. With Hollywoods creative legacy as our backdrop and the ingenuity of Silicon...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Video Marketing
- Video Production
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
blend. combines music marketing, video editing, design, storytelling and technology into meaningful consumer experiences. Their work fuels engagement and drives results...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Achieve global success for your mobile app with Studio Mosaic. As a highly acclaimed and forward-thinking mobile app marketing agency, we specialize in helping app entrepreneurs and enterprises launch and promote to a wide audience base. Our comprehensive marketing services cover all aspects of the app...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- CRO
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Keekee360Design is equipped to deliver the innovative content necessary to execute a comprehensive branding strategy to ignite your business...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Huntsville, Alabama
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Melty Cone Video
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Melty Cone is a renowned video production company based in NYC, proudly offering top-notch video marketing services in New York, New Jersey and beyond Our expertise lies in creating compelling videos that generate more customers, leveraging the proven effectiveness of video marketing...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Carson+Doyle is a global, independent collective of creators proudly part of Generation Z. We guide our clients through the evolving Gen Z landscape by combining bold creativity with unrivalled insights into the next generation of consumers. | carsondoyle.com...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Offering creative, branding, and music marketing solutions. Empirical is an award-winning, full-service creative agency in New York City. We partner with businesses to build, launch and grow their brand identity...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Headquartered in Bengaluru, India, Codilar Technologies is a leading eCommerce development company offering top-tier solutions for B2B and B2C across the globe. Specializing in omnichannel commerce, headless commerce, and PWA solutions, we are on a mission to revolutionize online retail.In our 9 years of...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
We are a video production company that specializes in telling your story with exceptional video content...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Creative Services
- Advertising
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- Location
- Branford, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We offer full services on Branding, Design, Digital, Marketing, Advertising, SEO, Video Production and Creative Communications...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- SEO
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- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $59/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Capitola Media produces corporate videos, commercials and live events in San Francisco and the Bay Area, with production services in New York City, Los Angeles and nationwide...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Cabbage Film Factory is one of the biggest production service company in Hungary. What sets us apart from the rest, is that we are a family owned company in existence for more than 20 years as well as being a one-stop-shop. For more information please visit our website https://cabbagefilmfactory.com...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Budapest, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
At The Influencer Marketing Factory, we specialize in influencer marketing, Instagram marketing, and YouTube marketing services, talent management, social media management, and native ads management. We tailor our strategies to meet your company's specific goals and objectives, covering influencer search...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
We are a cross-disciplinary design studio based in London. We partner with visionary leaders to create brands, products, services and experiences that engage people and deliver results. We also work with founders and investors in innovative startups to help them realise their potential and turn their...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Package Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
At the core, DKNG is a comprehensive graphic design and illustration atelier, predominantly catering to the realm of entertainment...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Fast Friends is a creative production collective happiest when assisting brandsand agencies with their short-form video and social content needs...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Print Design
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Ludlow, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
BLACKT is a creative design & development agency from Paris.We craft bold brands and digital experiences that stand out, connect, and perform.Make digital impact ️...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
We make films that capture your brand's unique spirit, are told in your authentic voice, and emotionally connect with your audience...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Nice people. Quality work. Sensible budgets...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Luton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
VizTV Media Services provides web design, video production, and online marketing in Houston, TX and throughout the United States. We build large websites in addition to smaller boutique style websites, provide corporate video production, and digital marketing solutions. Our clients include small businesses...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Rnine Creative we believe in creating partnerships - crafting strong brands and offering sound support to our clients. Our award winning has been recognised both within the UK and internationally...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Wigston, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Avenir Creative House is a global design, branding, and advertising agency. With over a decade of experience in creative ideation, campaigns, video production, and strategic advertising and digital marketing we strive to bring a bold, unique edge to your brand, product or service...
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- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Colle McVoys purpose-driven approach challenges clients to make a difference in the world through meaningful work. Focused on integrated capabilities across all of marketing, we use our experience-driven creative process to create impactful brand experiences that influence consumers buying decisions...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Russell Herder, we firmly believe that our commitment extends beyond mere financial gains, encompassing social responsibility as well...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Creative Services
- UI/UX Design
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Trusted by clients from around the world, Ikigai has been standing out for over decade...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Branding
- Creative Services
- SEO
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Parachute are a web design and digital agency based in Glasgow with over 10 years of experience. We deliver outstanding websites and digital solutions using technologies such as Wordpress, Umbraco, Magento and React Native. Speak to our team about how we can help you...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Software Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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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.