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XVERIA is a Tampa-based digital marketing and technology company helping businesses strengthen their brands, improve online visibility, and generate qualified leads. Our services includes SEO, Google Business Profile optimization, social media management, search engine marketing, digital advertising, website...
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- Video Production
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- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
HLK Marketing is a discreet reputation management agency in Huntington Beach, CA, and the best online reputation management company for CEOs, founders, celebrities and law firms. Since 2015, reputation management consultant Hayden Koch has delivered executive and personal reputation management services...
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- Reputation Management
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- Digital Strategy
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- Huntington Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We're a Calgary team doing web design, branding, and SEO. Our clients are paint manufacturers, chiropractors, solar installers, tattoo studios, and gelato shops, so most of our work involves getting local businesses found by people who are ready to buy. Our founder spent close to 30 years in marketing...
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- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A trusted Canadian multi-sector investment and management firm helping businesses grow through disciplined strategy, innovation, and long-term value creation. We bring together the strengths of an alternative investment management firm and modern business advisory, giving companies the clarity and confidence...
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- Reputation Management
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- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Copenhagen creative digital agency for branding, immersive websites, film and photography. We help startups, scaleups and global brands like PUMA and Sony Music grow brands that people remember...
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- Branding
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Levesque Creative is a creative agency and media production firm based in Sacramento, California, specializing in visual content and digital growth strategies for architects, landscape designers, swimming pool builders, and luxury builders. Its services combine architectural photography and video, 4K drone...
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- Video Marketing
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Web Design
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- West Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Web Design Phoenix is a value driven Phoenix website design and development company guaranteeing measurable results on your terms...
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- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Curvearro is Leading, award winning creative & digital marketing agency and delivering maximum ROI to top brands offering SEO, SEM, Creative, Social Media Marketing Services agency that drives digital performance for many of the world’s largest brands. A trusted partner with an in-depth understanding of...
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- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
- eCommerce
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- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Spacebar is a distinguished content marketing agency headquartered in Mumbai, renowned for its premium services and innovative strategies. With a focus on crafting compelling narratives and engaging content, we help businesses captivate their audience and achieve their marketing objectives. Backed by a team...
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- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
TUERCA Studio is an independent branding house based in Argentina, working globally since 2019. We build strategic brand systems for companies launching, repositioning or scaling, combining senior judgment, clear direction and craft. Size doesnt define the fit. Ambition does...
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- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Rosario, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Ashdown Advertising is a Cedar City performance marketing agency that connects paid media, conversion-focused landing pages, SEO, CRM automation, and attribution into one accountable growth system. Our four-person team helps home-service, professional-service, and B2B companies generate qualified...
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- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Cedar City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
FTZ Studios is a reliable, creative and results-driven video production agency based in Milton Keynes. They have worked with clients in over 22 countries including Playboy, JCB, Volkswagen, NHS and more, generating millions of pounds in extra revenue for their clients...
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- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Creative Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bulletin billboard advertising coverage across Chicagoland...
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- Market Research
- Graphic Design
- Business Consulting
- Creative Services
- Advertising
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- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Step-by-step rebranding services + graphic design.I help coaches, consultants, and creatives rebrand so that they can communicate clearly, stand out from the competition, attract the right customers, and have a plan for moving forward...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
HelloConvo is an influencer agency that provides e-commerce brands with best-in-class influencer marketing strategy and influencer campaign management...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
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- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $750/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We design world-class branding projects from conceptualization, prototyping and final delivery for projects from graphic design, logos or highly complex brand identity systems...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Business Consulting
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- Cali, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ana Salman is an independent graphic designer and digital artist based in Moscow...
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- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Moscow, Russia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Get your website, hosting, and digital presence to new heights with Media Giant Design. Our services help you reach a wider audience base while offering you topnotch design coupled with powerful marketing tools. No matter what the project is, we have all of the pieces necessary for success...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Fort Pierce, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Fose + McKay, an award-winning digital agency, specializes in integrated web strategies that combine interactive and traditional advertising to drive marketing success. With a proven track record of generating leads, increasing brand awareness and achieving remarkable outcomes, our creative excellence sets us...
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- Advertising
- SEO
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are LaneTerralever, an ingenious marketing agency driven by profound insights to create remarkable customer experiences. With our client-centric approach and an exceptional Net Promoter Score of 82, we deliver clarity and impactful results that elevate your marketing to new heights...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Creative Services
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bullet Consulting, a full-service agency specializing in business, marketing and political consulting, offers comprehensive solutions for small and midsize businesses seeking revenue growth and influence. With expertise in strategic marketing, branding, messaging and content development, we empower our...
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- Advertising
- SEO
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- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A boutique animated video production company based in Washington State, with a foundation in traditional animation, graphic design, illustration and web design. We like making things move.Our specialty is motion design and 2d traditional animation work, with a special emphasis for technology companies...
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- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Copalis Crossing, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With Hela, you'll experience impactful brand strategies, distinctive visual identities, and compelling brand stories that connect with your audience and strengthen your market presence. We understand that every business is unique, which is why we tailor our branding solutions to align perfectly with your...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Colchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Esferasoft is an AI App Development Company in Dubai delivering secure, scalable, and custom AI solutions. As a trusted artificial intelligence company Dubai businesses choose, we build smart apps that improve efficiency and growth...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
24owlsGroup Pte Ltd is a full-service digital marketing agency in Singapore that also runs event management in Singapore and Malaysia. Founders moving here use us to set up their company in Singapore through our corporate-services partner...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- Creative Services
- Software Development
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- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Branding
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- Newcastle, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bucketduck is a small-but-mighty company specializing in visual strategy, identities, graphic design design, and websites. We're based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $115/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Good design is like a language, that everyone understands...
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- Video Production
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Advertising
- Logo Design
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- Munich, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
From high-converting websites to powerful brand identities, we turn your vision into work that looks unmistakable and performs...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Design Services
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- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Custom healthcare websites designed to improve patient experience, increase online visibility, and help clinics grow with modern web design and SEO...
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- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
COM J'M DIGITAL is a digital marketing agency specializing in helping businesses strengthen their online presence and achieve measurable growth. Its services include search engine optimization (SEO), web design and development, social media marketing, PPC advertising, content marketing, email marketing...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Video Production
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Sfax, Tunisia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The Interactive Studio is a Madrid-based digital agency that designs and builds digital products end to end: product design and UX, web and e-commerce development, branding and applied AI. Senior teams, no hand-offs, no layers — the people you meet are the people who do the work. Accessibility runs through...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
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- San Sebastián de los Reyes, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Brandiful Studio is an independent branding and design studio creating distinctive brands, visual identities and digital experiences for businesses worldwide. Based in Italy, we combine strategy, creativity and design to build brands with personality, clarity and lasting impact...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Viterbo, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Poppy Seed Communication operates as a comprehensive digital marketing agency headquartered in New Delhi, India. We amalgamate extensive experience and profound knowledge to devise client solutions that not only prioritize performance but also exude creativity. Currently, we are actively spearheading...
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- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Print Design
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- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Pixl is a Leading Web Development and Digital Marketing Company In India, Helping Businesses of all Sizes Achieve their Online Goals...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
VISYON is an award-winning company empowering innovation with immersive experiences through emerging technologies and creative solutions...
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Branding studio Basman / Tenenbaum was founded in 1980 by Elazar Basman and Arie Tenenbaum.Today, the studio is located in Old Jaffa and has six designers and a cat...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Tel Aviv, Israel
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Angus Ashton Film is a video production company in Hobart and Melbourne, Australia producing high end promotional, documentary and broadcast content for businesses and brands...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
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- Location
- North Hobart, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
What Works Studio stands as a renowned creative agency that has earned accolades for its exceptional work. We specialize in delivering personalized marketing and communications solutions...
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- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Louder Design is an award-winning interactive agency that crafts unique and intuitive digital experiences. Based in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, we specialize in helping municipal, corporate and non-profit organizations stand apart through innovative technology-driven solutions...
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Richland Hills, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Kitchen Sink Studios is a passionate collective of skilled individuals from various fields, dedicated to producing purposeful work, impactful brands and exceptional craftsmanship. With a holistic approach, we offer comprehensive solutions for multifaceted campaigns, rebranding efforts and ongoing retainer...
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- Print Design
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are Origilab, a creative digital agency based in Greece, working with businesses across Europe to turn ideas into high-performing digital products. From custom websites and e-commerce platforms to growth-driven marketing campaigns, we help brands scale with strategy, speed, and style...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Creative Services
- SEO
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- Location
- Glyfada, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Blueprint is an online marketing agency founded in 2003, offering SEO, PPC, paid social, email marketing, and web design services to businesses across the US. We work with local businesses, national brands, and fortune 500 companies alike in 70+ industries, giving our team a vast amount of marketing insight...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Creative Services
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Duluth, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We specialize in creating unforgettable audio and visual experiences, engaging with hard working event planners and serving them beyond a corporate scope of work...
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- Audio Production
- Video Production
- Event Marketing
- Creative Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Sastre Media & Consultancy is a Dubai-based marketing and consulting agency helping businesses build stronger brands and achieve digital growth. The company combines creative strategy, social media management, content creation, digital marketing, brand development, and business consulting to create practical...
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- Digital Strategy
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Apex Productions is a full-service video production studio based in Los Angeles. We create cinematic content for brands, events, and agencies handling creative direction, production, and post-production...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Bhopal, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
ALL MAVEN is a Full Service Digital Agency specializing in profound Creative Services, Brand Communications, Marketing and more for a number of industries across the board. Our delight and talent lies in helping you be YOUnique, be YOUR best and share your message. For those who desire to expand their...
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- Location
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Strong brands need passion, and passion starts with Zest...
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Gaz is a full-service creative agency dedicated to building powerful brands by challenging the impossible, pushing the boundaries of innovation and creating a lasting impact...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We work closely with dispensaries and cannabis businesses to define and develop their identity, position and presence in the marketplace. We help our clients achieve sustained growth through ideas, strategies and solutions that influence consumer taste and shape culture...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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6 Frequently Asked Questions About Creative Companies
What services do creative agencies offer?
Creative agencies offer services that help define how brands are perceived in the market. Core creative services include:
- Market research and audience insights: Understanding target audiences, competitors, and market positioning to guide creative decisions.
- Brand strategy and identity: Defining brand positioning, messaging, tone of voice, and visual identity, including logos, color palettes, and typography.
- Graphic design and creative production:Creating visual assets such as brochures, posters, packaging, presentations, infographics, and branded collateral.
- Advertising and campaign creative: Developing concepts and assets for paid media, social campaigns, email marketing, digital ads, and other promotional channels.
- Content and copywriting: Writing brand messaging, campaign copy, website copy, taglines, and editorial content that support marketing goals.
- Video and motion content: Producing scripts, storyboards, photography, video, animation, and editing for brand storytelling and campaigns.
- Web design and digital experiences: Designing websites, landing pages, and user experiences, with some agencies also offering web development support.
Other creative services include photography, print production, experiential design, app design, and ongoing creative retainers. The exact scope depends on whether the creative firm specializes in branding, content, digital marketing, or full-service creative support.
What is the difference between a creative company and a marketing agency?
A creative company centers on how a brand looks, sounds, and feels through brand identity, messaging, design, storytelling, and creative production.
On the other hand, a marketing agency focuses on how a brand reaches its audience through campaigns, channels, and performance optimization. Here is a side-by-side comparison for clarity:
| Creative Companies | Marketing Agencies | |
| Focus | Building brand identity, consistency, and audience connection | Driving awareness, traffic, leads, conversions, and revenue |
| Services | Brand strategy, visual identity, graphic design, video production, website design, copy and creative development | SEO, paid media, email marketing, social media management, influencer marketing, public relations, content marketing, analytics |
| Output | Logos, brand systems, creative concepts, websites, videos, and campaign assets | Media plans, campaign execution, lead generation, reporting, and channel performance insights |
While they are distinct disciplines, they often overlap. Many creative companies offer marketing support, and many marketing agencies include creative services as part of their packages.
How much do creative firms charge for their services?
Creative firms charge between $100-$200 per hour or $800-$8,000 per project. The final cost will depend on service type and scope, design complexity, turnaround time, and firm location.
Estimated price range by engagement model:
- Hourly rate: $100-$200 per hour
- Pricing tier: $2,500-$7,500 per month for small projects like social media posts and email marketing templates. However, larger, more complex projects can cost $25,000-$100,000 per month, such as global, multi-channel campaigns.
- Project-based pricing: $800-$8,000 per project
- Commission-based pricing: 10%-30% of the profit or sales
Approximate costs per creative service type:
- Logo design: $1,000-$2,5000 per project
- Comprehensive branding: $16,000-$60,000+ per project
- Web design: $5,000-$200,000+ per project
- Marketing collateral: $500-$2,500+ per project
How long do creative projects typically take?
Creative projects can take anywhere between 1 week and over 4 months. The actual timeline depends on the service type, production complexity, and revision cycle. Here is what to expect:
- Logo design: 2-5 weeks
- Comprehensive branding: 1-3 months
- Graphic design: ~1 week for custom illustrations and infographics
- Blog posts: 1-2 weeks, depending on word count and research complexity
- Social media: 2-3 days, depending on the number of platforms, level of customization, and asset volume
- Email campaigns: 1-2 weeks, depending on design complexity and number of variations
- Video content: 2-8 weeks, depending on video length, production quality, talent availability, and post-production requirements
- Integrated campaigns: 4-8 weeks
When should you hire a creative agency, and when should you keep it in-house?
The answer depends on your goals, budget, timeline, and internal capabilities.
Consider hiring a creative agency if:
- You need to launch or refresh a brand, product, or campaign quickly, but lack internal expertise or bandwidth.
- Creative work is pulling your team away from core business priorities.
- You need specialized skills, such as branding, video production, campaign concepting, or web design.
- You are planning a large, multi-channel, or multi-market campaign that your internal team cannot support alone.
- You want an outside perspective or fresh creative direction.
Keep creative projects in-house if:
- The work is routine, low in complexity, or recurring, such as templated social posts, simple presentations, or basic collateral updates.
- You already have a trusted internal team with the right design, content, or marketing capabilities.
- The work requires close day-to-day collaboration and fast turnaround across departments.
- Your product, audience, or market is highly specialized, and success depends on deep internal knowledge.
What are the top creative agencies?
We have curated a list of top creative firms on DesignRush across multiple price points, so you can identify a vendor that's within your budget.
| High budget: $50,000+ |
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| Low budget: $25,000-$50,000 |
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Beyond budget, our agency directory allows you to filter agency profiles by location, area of expertise, agency reviews, client types, team size, and hourly rates.