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We're Will & Jonnie-two content creation partners. With proven experience and creative expertise, we execute at the highest level. Because content isn't just king, it converts when we do it right...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Adinkra Estúdio: We craft authentic, transformative video narratives. Specializing in documentary and branded content, we help purpose-driven companies, NGOs, and brands connect deeply with their audience. Our diverse team ensures genuine, impactful storytelling that drives memorable results. We tell stories...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Joanópolis, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Design District is a full-service graphic and web design company specializing in custom logo design, brand development and identity creation...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Nelson, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
By3 is a design studio and marketing agency focused on client success. Our skills and expertise are constantly updated so that we can meet the needs of our clients in the development of their brands and products. We are a team committed to bringing strategic planning, creativity and innovation into the...
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- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Business Consulting
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Inthevisual is a creative tech studio helping brands stand out with digital precision. We blend storytelling with interactive design offering eCommerce development, product customization, 3D animation, CGI/VFX, and UX/UI solutions. From eCommerce stores to custom configurators, everything we build is made to...
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- Creative Services
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Boulder, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MTL Copy is an Adelaide-based copywriting studio specializing in strategic messaging for healthcare, tech, tourism, higher education, fashion, and purpose-driven brands. Drawing on 15 years of global agency and client-side experience, we meet you where you are to carry the content forward...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Heathfield, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Cessna Marketing is an Amazon agency in San Diego. We run Seller and Vendor Central, then build the websites, ads, and content that sell the products. We've managed over $30M in sales across 10+ brands at a 4.2x average ROAS...
Top Services:
- eCommerce
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Creative Services
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Kraft Communications is a Social Media Management and Web Design company dedicated to taking care of your online presence...
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- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Terrace, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $56/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
At Clyck, we specialize in assisting businesses and individuals in the creation and cultivation of their brands, while also guiding established brands in shaping their identities. Our comprehensive services encompass brand development, identity building, and strategic guidance to ensure lasting and impactful...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Rosario, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
OneMohrTime Design Co. specializes in logos, branding, and web design anything you might need from a creative agency! OneMohrTime Design Co specialize in crafting bold, strong branding and clean-as-hell web designs that stand out. Whether you're building from scratch or refining your identity, its time to...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Branding with a spark. Since 2009...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Valencia, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Branding. Interactive. Video. A creative agency built the way you work.Big ideas, a nimble team, and branded content that grabs attention...
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- Branding
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Advertising
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a strategic brand, creative, and digital agency located in the center of Milton Keynes...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Milton Keynes Village, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
7th Media is a Manila graphic design studio that gives marketing teams in Australia and the US their own dedicated designers on a monthly retainer. You work with the same designers and project coordinator every month, with set monthly hours and a creative review on every piece before it reaches you. We design...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Makati, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $24/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
At Savage Media, we excel in inbound marketing and high-end video production, creating winning brands and captivating content that drives sustainable growth. We become your dedicated marketing department, delivering tailored strategies, engaging content and impactful processes to fuel your success...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Advertising
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Admail West is a trusted direct marketing company with nearly a quarter of a century of expertise. We offer comprehensive integrated marketing strategy consulting and implementation programs, leveraging our experience in direct mail and extending our services to database management, analytics, automated...
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- Creative Services
- SEO
- Branding
- Advertising
- Web Design
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Sponsorize, we specialize in crafting culturally rich experiences that resonate with audiences while delivering a strong return on investment. As a leading creative events and experiential marketing agency, we pride ourselves on our ability to create impactful and memorable experiences that drive results...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Event Marketing
- Audio Production
- Video Production
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
МОЇ is your digital partner for growth. We help brands scale through performance-driven marketing from strategy and ads to social media, branding, design, and events. Based in Belgium & Ukraine, we blend creativity with results. Hire us in case of a marketing emergency...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Bruges, Belgium
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Don't be fooled. Studio of one sounds small, but the ambition, experience, and collaborative energy crammed into every project makes for heavy-weight work that helps brands in the south west and beyond connect with their audiences...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Exeter, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Brisbane creative partner for video, photography and social media content. Founder-led retainers...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $450/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed

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Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Championing the power of packaging design to elevate your brand and build stronger connections with consumers...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Established in 2015, Brand Envoy emerges as a pioneering creative agency specializing in marketing, branding, and advertising. Leveraging its distinctive expertise in digital strategies and data analytics, the agency is dedicated to delivering innovative advertising solutions tailored for both SMEs and...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Advertising
- Video Production
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We collaborates with B2B SaaS and Tech Startups to rebrand and redesign websites...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 18 Projects Listed
Since 2007, we have been delivering a full design agency service to clients across many industries. Whatever your business goals or creative requirements, we can turn your ideas into a reality. Discover flexibility and results that stretch beyond expectations...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Audio Production
- Video Production
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- Location
- Matlock, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Orange Studios is a creative web design company based in Orlando, Florida. We specialize in building modern, responsive websites that help local businesses stand out and grow. From custom WordPress design to SEO and branding, we combine creativity with technology to deliver smart, user-friendly digital...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Twin Studio is a creative design agency specializing in minimalist brand identities and high-impact photography. We believe in creating brand identities that are both striking and enduring, balancing creativity with strategy. Our work carries a sense of play while embracing risks that set you apart. We don't...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Canmore, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A-Wing Visuals is a Denver video production company making cinematic commercials, social campaigns and brand videos for ESPN, Pfizer, IBM and growing brands nationwide...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
- Digital Strategy
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Meet your new favorite production tool, you never knew existed. Our world class team of originators presents you with thousands of options for your next production. We have everything under one roof needed for your project, saving your time and money and all those pesky middlemen fees...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
The HYPHEN team (formerly JP Marketing, merged with Marketing Plus) is a full-service creative marketing agency founded in 1994. With approximately 26 team members in Fresno, California, the firm specializes in brand-driven advertising, media buying, digital strategy, website design, and storytelling...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Public Relations
- Media Buying
- Advertising
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- Location
- Fresno, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We create brands and products that work, convert and look darn slick. We specialise in UI/UX, web design, branding and video...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Design Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We build trusted audience relationships through strategic branding, performance marketing, and user-focused websites...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
In the last few years we have helped over 100 brands stories to be told.It's time to set your business apart from the competition, achieving true differentiation...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Salta, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Blok56 is a webdesign and branding studio based in the Netherlands. Since 2010 we create custom websites and visual identities for businesses across the Netherlands and Belgium...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Weert, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Marzo Creative is a Los Angeles Brand & Design Firm serving hospitality, CPG brands, startups, entertainment, professional businesses, and health and wellness brands. Branding, strategy, and creative direction, all in one place...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
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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
- 1 Project Listed
GreenRubino is an independent, integrated marketing, advertising, and public relations agency based in Seattle. For nearly 50 years, we have helped organizations solve complex marketing challenges and build momentum that produces measurable business results...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Public Relations
- Branding
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $195/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Magla is a creative studio based in Los Angeles, California. We focus on creative solutions, design services and campaigns...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Package Design
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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
TARA, Ink. is a full-service, bilingual, public relations, creative marketing and special events firm specializing in lifestyle and modern culture, with offices in Miami and New York as well as teams in Los Angeles and Las Vegas...
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- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Miami Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
When you join forces with us, you gain access to the wealth of experience offered by a multidisciplinary creative agency, enabling you to extend this expertise to every point of interaction with your customers. We specialize in crafting designs that radiate excellence, cultivating highly visible brands, and...
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- Creative Services
- SEO
- Video Marketing
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Aoki Studios, a team of passionate creatives, excels in capturing the essence of your business and personal ventures. From event photography to shaping brand identity through impactful photo and video content, along with managing your social media presence, we're committed to assisting you in authentically...
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- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Alphabet is an independent brand and creative studio based in Sydney, Australia. We develop distinctive brand identities, campaigns and creative communications that help organisations define who they are and connect with their audiences...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Surry Hills, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
As an SEO agency in India, we offer bespoke SEO services helping businesses maximise their online visibility...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
We are a strategic creative agency built to create real value. Every brand needs an origin story. It begins to answer the why question. All great brands have some underlying human story that connects with human truth...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Kathmandu, Nepal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
K2 Rankings Tech is a premier B2B digital marketing and web design agency based in the USA. We act as your brands ultimate power boost, turning complex digital challenges into measurable success. Specializing in advanced SEO, high-converting PPC campaigns, tailored WordPress/Shopify web design, and...
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- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
AI isnt a feature its now part of the creative DNA of every high-performing brand. At Peak Seven, we use our growing ecosystem of 450+ custom AI agents to elevate strategy, accelerate workflows, and supercharge every part of the marketing experience...
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- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Estrela Studio is an award-winning, female-led digital design studio specialising in digital product design, websites, apps and brands. Working globally across the US, Europe and Africa, we design marketing websites, ecommerce experiences, mobile apps and SaaS platforms for ambitious businesses...
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- Web Design
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
MUAVE Agency is a creative and consulting firm specializing in Branding, Marketing, and Business Consulting. We craft impactful brand identities, modern websites, and performance-driven strategies that connect with audiences and elevate businesses. Guided by our motto Creating Value & Altering Emotions, we...
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- Branding
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We have the ability to take your vision, and turn it into a suite of visual communication tools that speak to your target market. Not only do we want to make you look good, we utilize an intuitive design process to create your memorable and unique brand with the highest level of professional design...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We work with love, understanding, reinforcing and generating the brand culture of our business partners. We are brand experts. We deepen change in organizations and create brand culture through their identity and communication...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Mar del Plata, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Performance marketing services for SMEs and Brands. We work hard to develop digital marketing strategies that solve problems for our clients and deliver against their marketing and sales goals...
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- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Leeds, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a premium digital marketing agency providing 360 degree marketing for ambitious brands looking to take over the world stage. Our services render discovery, strategy, design, development, and launch and growth...
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- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Media Buying
- Digital Strategy
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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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.
















































