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5,554 Companies - Rankings updated: September 06, 2026

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  • We're putting an end to mindless media.

    We're putting an end to mindless media.

    Launched in 2000, Left Brain Media is a creative media group specializing in four related services: Custom eLearning Courses, eLearning Games, Creative Video Production, and Dynamic Websites and Applications...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    Location
    Fort Worth, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $130/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A different kind of creative agency

    A different kind of creative agency

    In an era where everything changes at lightning speed, we help brands take advantage of these challenges...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Mississauga, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Storytelling and coaching for creatives

    Storytelling and coaching for creatives

    We are a full-service creative firm best known for using public relations, digital media management and video production to create viral campaigns for our clients in the entertainment industry...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • The scrappiest, friendliest, resultsiest agency in the universe.

    The scrappiest, friendliest, resultsiest agency in the universe.

    Rocketship is a full service digital growth agency that provides brands with access to a team of highly experienced specialists and processes in the following disciplines: Strategy, Web Design and Development, SEO, CRO, Content Marketing, Email & Email Automation, CRM, Social, PPC, and more...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Everett, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $140/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Best-in-class boutique branding solutions

    Best-in-class boutique branding solutions

    In 2010, Panamera's journey commenced in Miami when Chesco Sánchez, a passionate and skilled boutique branding expert, introduced his wealth of expertise to the United States market...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Making designs that Pop!

    Making designs that Pop!

    PopWorks is a creative house looking to bridge the worlds of Art & Design. We understand the impact that good branding has on business. Good design can make or break your brand. And thats why were here for you. We create designs that elevate your brand and take your business to the next level. Over here...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Pune, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
  • STA is a full-service advertising agency

    STA is a full-service advertising agency

    We are proud to be a small but mighty team. Sean Tracey Associates is made up of Creative Directors and Thinkers, Video Producers and Editors, Researchers, Designers, Digital and Media Strategists, and Account Executives. We're all a little bit different. We each have our area of specialty. But we pride...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Portsmouth, New Hampshire
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Go Big

    We make strategy and creativity our lifestyle to generate profitability and sustainable brands...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Buenos Aires, Argentina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    15 Projects Listed
  • Building Connections Through Digital Marketing

    Building Connections Through Digital Marketing

    At Hivehouse Digital, our team of marketers, designers, and developers helps B2B and home services companies grow their sales and marketing. We specialize in website design and development, Hubspot, and branding...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Ann Arbor, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Web. Design. Photo. Video.

    Web. Design. Photo. Video.

    ProSky Studio was formed by creative and business-driven individuals with backgrounds in marketing, real estate, creative design, technology and production. Combining these areas of talent, paired with the desire to branch out into an emerging market the aerial realm, ProSky Studio, LLC was launched...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Web Design
    • Creative Services
    Location
    Jacksonville, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Full-Service Production & Post Production Agency

    Full-Service Production & Post Production Agency

    Well create your brand, concept a campaign, write your scripts, work up storyboards, scout your locations, cast your talent, shoot and produce your video production, documentaries and corporate films...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Advertising
    Location
    Jacksonville, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Creative Advertising Agency

    Creative Advertising Agency

    Quinlan is a 31-year-old agency and, like most 31-year-olds, we refuse to lose touch with our youth. We've embraced the digital revolution with both arms, building award-winning in-house video, content and development teams. We help our clients through their own digital transformations and turn their dreams...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    Location
    Buffalo, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Our formula focuses on connecting through GOOD VIBE..

    Our formula focuses on connecting through GOOD VIBE..

    The era of a world saturated with invasive advertising to sell is over, social networks have changed the way we communicate and market. Today the best communication is organic, personalized and creative...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Content Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • AI Development
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    Location
    Lima, Peru
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Don't just build a brand, design a legacy!

    Don't just build a brand, design a legacy!

    Were a full-service design agency focused on crafting bespoke websites, branding and marketing campaigns for success-driven organisations that want to be seen and heard...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Staines-Upon-Thames, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Capturing the Essence of Each Home

    Capturing the Essence of Each Home

    Serving the greater Grand Rapids community with high quality commercial and real estate photography...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    Location
    Grand Rapids, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Your marketing mavens who crunch data and ideas

    Your marketing mavens who crunch data and ideas

    Trusted digital marketing partner to maximise customer acquisition and revenue. Launch killer marketing campaigns and see results within weeks...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Singapore, Singapore
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • BillyKnows Smart Design, Strong Brands, Lasting Impact.

    BillyKnows Smart Design, Strong Brands, Lasting Impact.

    BillyKnows is a creative design agency that builds websites and brands in Greenville, SC. Services include branding and communication strategy, digital experiences, and content development...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Logo Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Seneca, South Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • #WeInfluenceAfrica

    We're South Africa's biggest influencer community and the first of its kind in Africa. We help international brands launch their products in the South African market through tailored influencer marketing strategies that resonate with local audiences. We have experienced brand strategists and our community...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Branding
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    Location
    Benoni, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Every CMO Needs a Go-To Agency. Hi! That's Us.

    Every CMO Needs a Go-To Agency. Hi! That's Us.

    Bandujo is the go-to agency clients trust to take on their tough marketing challenges and deliver business-smart creative. Our specialty are campaigns that get customers to act...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $225/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Stories are meant to be lived, told, and rememberedoften in that order.

    Stories are meant to be lived, told, and rememberedoften in that order.

    At OVRLND.studio we specialize in hard-to-get-to and hard-to-tell stories about people, athletes, nature, brands, and the values that set them apart and bring them together...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Woodstock, Vermont
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Vesanique is a full-service digital agency in Brisbane. Learn more about our capability by visiting our website at: vesanique.com...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Design Services
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Brisbane, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital Media Services for Life's Stories

    Digital Media Services for Life's Stories

    Gibby Visuals is a full service digital media company that specializes in video, photography, aerial drone production company. We offer solutions for businesses, events, live streaming, weddings, and families...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Virginia Beach, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • "Soar High, Achieve Heights and Be Limitless."

    "Soar High, Achieve Heights and Be Limitless."

    Established in the year 2017, Endorphins Entertainment is the one of its kinds creatively led Digital Marketing organization which caters to 360 degree marketing and amplification of some Fortune 500 companies worldwide with presence in India I Canada I Dubai...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Public Relations
    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Delhi, India
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Focus on Story and Character

    A Focus on Story and Character

    Eternal Image Wedding Films is a wedding cinematography studio that specializes in creating honest, emotional films that perfectly capture the love shared on your wedding day. By blending both documentary and narrative filmmaking techniques, Eternal Image Wedding Films has distinguished itself as a unique...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    Location
    Tallahassee, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • The Only Way to Stand Out Is to Make Something Different.

    The Only Way to Stand Out Is to Make Something Different.

    We assist companies in reaching the next chapter of their success story by telling their current story in a true cinematic fashion...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    Location
    Tallahassee, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • An award-winning agency based in London, creating brand, identity, packaging, retail, experiential and corporate comms for multinational clients and design agencies alike...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • MB Media is a Creative Marketing Agency based in Edinburgh City Centre...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • DIGITAL THAT MOVES THE NEEDLE

    DIGITAL THAT MOVES THE NEEDLE

    Lunar Digital is a Digital Marketing Agency, based in Digbeth, the creative heart of Birmingham. We bring together strategy, content, media and performance to help brands grow in ways that actually matter...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Public Relations
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • T40 Digital is a full-service digital marketing agency based in the West Midlands. Specialising in WordPress website design and development, search engine optimisation (SEO), pay per click advertising and digital consultancy...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Gloss is a creative agency whose innovation knows no bounds. We are expert originators, bringing ideas to life by thinking without constraints...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Delving deep into our clients' businesses, we affect transformation, challenge the process and deliver precise and creative strategies. With ideas and innovation at our core, and creativity running through our veins, we live and breathe our trade and truly deliver The Creative Edge...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • An award winning, marketing agency based in London and Birmingham. We specialise in brand strategy, art direction, design and production across all platforms...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Advertising. Design. Digital Marketing. PR...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Glasgow, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • We're a Bristol and London-based creative agency that use creativity, curiosity and intellect to hel...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Bristol, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Your Partner in Creativity

    Your Partner in Creativity

    Welcome to D8, a dynamic creative studio with a remarkable journey since our establishment in Glasgow back in 1999...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Public Relations
    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Glasgow, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Your marketing challenges? Accepted.

    Your marketing challenges? Accepted.

    As one of the UK's longest-established independent marketing, brand, design and technology agencies, we're specialists in connecting you with your clients, customers and prospects at every stage of their journey with you, wherever they are in the world...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Bristol, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Taillight has created content and produced results for brands and artists for more than 20 years.

    Taillight has created content and produced results for brands and artists for more than 20 years.

    From producing large complicated events for live television to developing engaging content for brands to creating award-winning music videos, our clients rely and trust Taillight to deliver quality content and provide a 360' proven strategy for sharing that content. Great content starts with a great...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Video Marketing
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Nashville, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We design solutions for digital problems

    We design solutions for digital problems

    Build better customer experiences with Bond Design & Co. Visual and captivating design solutions tailor-made for you...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Where Higher Education Growth Begins.

    Where Higher Education Growth Begins.

    GradLabs is education management that provides content, website relaunches, and SEO services...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Bellevue, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • A creative international digital marketing agency, working with global brands in 80+ languages and 58 territories...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • eCommerce
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Leeds, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Full service brand communications agency with strategy and insight at the heart of what we do!...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Leeds, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
  • Digital. Marketing. Creative A full service agency in Leeds. Established in 2019 by a team with decades of experience delivering for clients...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Creative Services
    • Public Relations
    • Advertising
    • PPC
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    Location
    Leeds, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Passionate about beautiful design.

    Passionate about beautiful design.

    We add value, increase sales and offer a great ROI. Offering innovative ideas, great British design, a personal approach and tailored solutions to meet your business needs, we ensure we work with you, not for you. Your opinion matters to us, nobody knows your business better than you do. Your business...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Inverness, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • A strategic, digital marketing agency providing consultancy, SEO, web-development and brand design services. Putting the human back in the digital...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Liverpool, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Driving social value

    Driving social value

    Were a full service brand and market research agency, committed to making good work. Studios in LPL and MCR...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Logo Design
    • Public Relations
    • Digital Services
    • Branding
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    Location
    Liverpool, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • With over 30 years of experience, Kenyons deliver an unrivalled service to clients across many different sectors. Our experience covers everything from PR and marketing to advertising, branding, and web design...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Liverpool, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We're Quotable. And so are you.

    We're Quotable. And so are you.

    A public relations agency & media company making brands more memorable...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Helping apparel brands create outstanding apparel products and strategize for business growth.

    Helping apparel brands create outstanding apparel products and strategize for business growth.

    Desinder is a leading Scandinavian apparel design and consulting agency providing established brands and funded startups with branding, innovative design, product development, and strategy...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Product Design
    • Creative Services
    Location
    Gothenburg, Sweden
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Find, Convince & Convert your Target Audience with Lead Gen Websites, Safe SEO & Pro Branding.

    Find, Convince & Convert your Target Audience with Lead Gen Websites, Safe SEO & Pro Branding.

    We are EDOT3, a digital agency in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne specialising In Web Design, SEO Strategy and Branding. We've been helping clients UK wide since 2007 to to Find, Convince and Convert thier target audience with great success...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • SEO
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Newcastle, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Inspired Agency are one of the leading full service creative and digital agencies in the UK. We are client focused and results-driven, dedicated to producing innovative digital solutions that deliver the best ROI for our clients...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
    Location
    Newcastle, United Kingdom
    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

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