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5,554 Companies - Rankings updated: September 05, 2026

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  • Design Agency specialized in Branding and Advertising located in Madrid...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • Package Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Madrid, Spain
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • An Award-Winning Industrial Design Company

    An Award-Winning Industrial Design Company

    Bluemap Design is an award-winning industrial and packaging design firm in New York City. We create iconic products and memorable brand experience. We provide end to end design services. We work with diverse clients from startups to Fortune 100 companies...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    13 Projects Listed
  • Lead Your Needs

    At Coltfox we don’t simply brand companies, build websites and run digital marketing campaigns. We create innovative solutions to help businesses work at their full potential...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Creative Services
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Bengaluru, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Shaping The Future

    Shaping The Future

    MAXIMAGO is an interface company creating extremly innovative software solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • UI/UX Design
    • Business Consulting
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Dortmund, Germany
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Crafting digital products

    Crafting digital products

    Coletiv is a custom software development studio from Porto, specialized in web and mobile development. We team up with companies of all sizes to design, develop and launch digital products that people love and use...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
    • IoT
    • Software Development
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Porto, Portugal
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Storytelling Marketers

    Storytelling Marketers

    Independent marketing consultancy specialising in content to improve customer retention, loyalty and acquisition...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Email Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We design brands and create brand experiences through visual identities, communication, products, and environments...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Top Advertising Agency in Dubai

    Top Advertising Agency in Dubai

    Our services includes: Marketing, Branding, Creative Design, Production, Web Solutions, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Photography & Videography...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • The Humanising Brands Strategic Consultancy

    The Humanising Brands Strategic Consultancy

    We define ourselves as a 'boutique brand consultancy' — we like to keep things simple and to the point. Dubai is where we currently call home, but the brands we create are loved and enjoyed by humans all over the world...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Make it Simple.

    We Make it Simple.

    We believe simple web solutions attract more visitors, convert more leads, and sell more products. Simple is not basic. Simple is clarity of thought...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Email Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Reno, Nevada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Define Your Unlimited.

    Define Your Unlimited.

    Your goals need (and deserve!) a unique blend of creativity, analytics, and technology. We'll build a plan together to exceed your marketing, branding, design & UX, and technology goals...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $195/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Branding Studio

    Branding Studio

    We are an award-winning branding studio, based in Santiago de Chile, making good design every day...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Santiago, Chile
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Merging the worlds of retail, hospitality and digital connectivity

    Merging the worlds of retail, hospitality and digital connectivity

    Household offers a compelling blend of experience strategy and design for modern brands globally...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • usability engineering studio

    usability engineering studio

    usability, user experience, conversion rate optimization, usability testing, expert reviews...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Product Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Tallinn, Estonia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • For innovative brands and bold ideas

    For innovative brands and bold ideas

    FictionDesign is a brand strategy and design studio that helps brands grow, innovate and connect emotionally...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Berlin, Germany
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • We transform business through creativity

    We transform business through creativity

    We are a unique creative agency. Widely recognised as the industry leader in creating integrated, live, physical, and digital experiences. We are passionate about people, entertainment, technology and innovation...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Sydney, Australia
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Full Service Advertising Agency

    Full Service Advertising Agency

    We are a Full Service Advertising Agency that provides strategic, traitional media, digital media and creative solutions to our clients...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Services
    • Logo Design
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Johannesburg, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Yes Is the Answer. What's the Question?

    Yes Is the Answer. What's the Question?

    Roger West Creative & Code is a full-service digital marketing agency that helps companies build brands, generate leads, and keep customers inspired and engaged...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
  • We are an advertising company based in Mumbai that provides all kinds of Digital Marketing services to create a strong online presence for your brand...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Mumbai, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Multi-Awarded Nordic Package Design

    Multi-Awarded Nordic Package Design

    Lazy Snail is an award-winning Nordic agency with a Mediterranean family, specializing in robust, idea-driven designs. Our unique Danish-Greek blend allows us to cater to various cultures. We serve clients across the globe, including private, public sectors, non-profits, and cultural initiatives. We believe...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Copenhagen, Denmark
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    16 Projects Listed
  • Helping companies grow by creating compelling digital products and experiences

    Helping companies grow by creating compelling digital products and experiences

    Our team of super-star designers and developers can turn any idea into reality. Whether you need to improve an existing digital product/service or build something from scratch - we've got you covered!...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Belgrade, Serbia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We are an independent integrated advertising agency...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    Manchester, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • we are here for you

    we are here for you

    We don’t believe in “one solution fits all”, but we always create customized solutions for our clients in order to address and track their critical business issues...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Video Production
    • Advertising
    • BPO
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Dhaka, Bangladesh
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Brand and Packaging Design Agency

    Brand and Packaging Design Agency

    DesignerPeople is integrated creative agency, specializing in brand development and packaging innovation for Food, FMCG and Cosmetics brands...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Faridabad, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • mikerock

    Award Winner Recipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
    without digression there can be no progression

    without digression there can be no progression

    Mike Rock, brand identity designer and creative director based in Dubai, UAE. 20+ years of experience. Specialises in visual identity, brand systems, and strategic brand development. Works with businesses across the UAE, GCC, and globally. Studio located at Al Saaha Building, Dubai. Contact: hi@m...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Services
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Bur Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We tell stories through design.

    We tell stories through design.

    We are a design studio focused on brand creation and packaging design...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Blumenau, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • We say a lot about you...

    We say a lot about you...

    Our goal is to make our clients a lot of money without costing a lot of money. We know branding and we know how to use it to build customer loyalty...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Mesa, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Distilling Distinctive Design

    Distilling Distinctive Design

    The Malting House Design Studio is an award-winning business built around a personal and professional service, providing creative and strategic marketing and graphic design solutions tailored to our client's needs. For 16 years we have helped a wide range of businesses reach their own ambitions...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Dundee, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Our purpose...is purpose.

    Our purpose...is purpose.

    We have no idea where we’re going. But we always know where to begin: with a complete understanding of your business objective. So no matter where the research takes us, disruptive becomes effective. Memorable leads to profitable. And great creative ideas become great creative solutions. Welcome to...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Video Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Media influence for your prominence

    Media influence for your prominence

    Affluence PR is an expert in Public Relations for upscale retail establishments in Asia. This includes luxury boutiques, brand name stores, flagship outlets, themed restaurants, mid to fine dining places, bistros and bars...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Advertising
    • Creative Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Singapore, Singapore
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Video that boosts your business

    Video that boosts your business

    Visual Narrative is a innovative video production marketing agency with offices in Belfast and Dublin. We have over 16 years experience working with ambitious companies and market leaders to elevate their brand and increase their ROI using the power of video marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Video Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Ballynahinch, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Smart. Creative. Solutions

    Smart. Creative. Solutions

    3fold is a fully integrated marketing and consulting agency providing the right solutions for businesses and organizations in the public agency, education, healthcare, transportation and nonprofit sectors...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Sacramento, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $108/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Visual Storytelling

    Visual Storytelling

    We use our unique style and skills to help you tell the story of your business or product in a way that will engage your audience and give the high quality feel that you want to communicate...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Elgin, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Animals®

    Animals®

    A Digital Experience Company​ Elevating Innovative Brands.​...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    St Kilda, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • CreativeHarder is an agency that provide comprehensive creative services.

    CreativeHarder is an agency that provide comprehensive creative services.

    CreativeHarder is a creative agency that provides comprehensive services in the field of integrated marketing and branding...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Package Design
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Warsaw, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    15 Projects Listed
  • We’ve got your back.

    We’ve got your back.

    We work in the shadow because we believe that the main characters should be the brands that we work with, not us. Our secret is balancing creativity with planning, strategy and execution in order to create a perfect and memorable online experience. This is Social Ninjas...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • eCommerce
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Aveiro, Portugal
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • One leap ahead

    Quantenfrosch Webservices is a Wordpress agency based in Vienna, Austria. We offer Wordpress and website development, Woocommerce online shops, chatbots, SEO, Google Ads and video production...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • SEO
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    Location
    Vienna, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Skylark sings all day, and day not long enough.

    Skylark sings all day, and day not long enough.

    A clear and engaging user experience is what moves us. From graphic design to brand identity, from creating websites to positioning on engines, our approach in all the sectors in which we move is to want to work hard for this goal, because we are not here to sell products, but to give you the awareness that...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Guidonia, Italy
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • A boutique studio for digital-first brands.

    A boutique studio for digital-first brands.

    We craft digital-first brands and products for ambitious professionals who want to make a difference...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Digital Services
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $130/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • A powerful way to promote or advertise your business in social media. We're also specialized in corporate, events and all that you might want to preserve in digital content...

    Top Services:

    • Video Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Cornella de Llobregat, Spain
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Elevating B2B Brands

    Elevating B2B Brands

    B2B Branding | Marketing | Creative. Working exclusively with B2B clients, Spire builds its clients' brand assets to be targeted, innovative, relevant and memorable...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Addison, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Wine branding and packaging design.

    Wine branding and packaging design.

    Zemma & Ruiz Moreno is a graphic design studio with expertise in wines. Working together since 1992, Santiago Zemma y Lucila M. Ruiz Moreno have developed branding, wine labels design and brands strategy for the main wineries in Argentina adding value to sale millions and millions of bottles. They have...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Buenos Aires, Argentina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • FOR OPTIMUM CREATIVE UNLIMITED SOLUTIONS

    FOR OPTIMUM CREATIVE UNLIMITED SOLUTIONS

    A comprehensive ONE-STOP Marketing HUB. We are a team of experienced marketers dedicated to helping you achieve your marketing and advertising goals through strategic and creative marketing solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Amman, Jordan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
  • Exceptional Video & Photography Services

    Exceptional Video & Photography Services

    Based in Colorado, we specialize in video production and photography. Whether your needs include marketing videos, testimonials, storytelling, app productions, web campaigns, corporate communications, television, or live productions. There isn’t a job that we can’t handle...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    Location
    Fort Collins, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Transforming Ideas into Digital Reality

    Transforming Ideas into Digital Reality

    540 Interactive specializes in developing cutting-edge digital products for both web and mobile platforms, delivering market-leading solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • eCommerce
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    Location
    Darien, Connecticut
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Kinetic Marketing & Creative is a full-service marketing agency in Billings, Montana.

    Kinetic Marketing & Creative is a full-service marketing agency in Billings, Montana.

    Kinetic Marketing & Creative is a full-service marketing agency in Billings, Montana. Our agency is ready to help your business move forward. Our team features experience strategists, designers, marketers, writers, creatives and account directors...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Billings, Montana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • Empowering Growth Through Digital Excellence.

    Empowering Growth Through Digital Excellence.

    Marketing Maven is a dynamic digital marketing agency with a team of integrated specialists who develop customized campaigns. The agency meets diverse client needs through tailored strategies and innovative marketing solutions. Marketing Maven thrives on adapting to the evolving digital landscape, fostering...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Public Relations
    • Email Marketing
    Location
    Camarillo, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We create engaging, intelligent digital workspaces that transform the way people work.

    We create engaging, intelligent digital workspaces that transform the way people work.

    ClearPeople is a Consultagency - a hybrid breed of business offering technical consulting with digital agency services. We employ a team of "bright, expert and human" Consultagents. Founded in 2003 by Katya Linossi and Gabriel Karawani, we have over 16 years’ experience helping to bridge the gap between...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • bots.mobility.digital

    bots.mobility.digital

    Get end-to-end Drupal 8 CMS development services to deliver secure and scalable web solutions. Learn more about Web Spiders Group and request for a quote...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Singapore, Singapore
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $12/hr
  • Independent Creative Agency Dedicated to Premium, Luxury and Lifestyle Brands

    Independent Creative Agency Dedicated to Premium, Luxury and Lifestyle Brands

    forceMAJEURE Design is an independent award-winning creative agency specialized in brand creation, brand renovation, product design, and innovation...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49

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+
  • 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. 

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