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American Design Hub is the leading full-service creative design and branding agency from Atlanta, GA. They are serving brands throughout the United States to achieve measurable growth with the help of creative design, converting content, and result-driven marketing...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Signature Creative is a Los Angeles based digital product and design agency founded in 2004. With a lean, senior-led team, they specialize in transforming brands through a combination of award-winning branding, UX/UI, creative technology, and full-stack development. The firm partners with Fortune 500s...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Award-Winning Public Relations, Marketing, Multimedia Content Creation, and Video, TV, Film, & Podcast Production...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Thousand Oaks, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bird Comunicação is a strategic communication agency that partners with global brands to shape positioning, craft creative strategies, and drive meaningful growth...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- Design Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Petrópolis, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Maya are a hospitality branding and consultancy partnerfor operators who want concepts, structure, clarity, and results.London-based.Globally recognised.Unforgettable by Design...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Business Consulting
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We help fashion, jewelry, beauty and accessories brands grow online through thoroughly tested strategies in performance advertising, email marketing, and conversion rate optimization...
Top Services:
- Email Marketing
- PPC
- CRO
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Ghent, Belgium
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Auell Consulting is a Denver Product Design company. Our team of engineers and industrial designers can take a product from idea to market or solve challenging manufacturing issues. We were founded in 2009 and have years of experience and expertise taking products to market...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Morrison, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $195/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Novella Brandhouse is a WBE-certified branding agency developing strategic marketing plans, award-winning design, and content for companies trying to scale and improve overall business performance...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Social Sherpa is a bespoke creative firm. Our expertise lies in the creation, optimization, and comprehensive management of digital and traditional media channels, with the aim of delivering a seamless and uniform experience to our valued clients...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 19 Projects Listed
33 Years of Public Relations. Award-Winning. Certified.Lee Andrews Group has helped agencies, organizations, and public figures earn trust and drive results since 1993. We specialize in public relations, community outreach, strategic communications, and media relations, translating complex priorities into...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Event Marketing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a fully independent, strategically led creative agency...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ROCKAPP
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.ROCKAPP is a growth partner for mobile apps ready to scale. We use data-driven analytics and the integrated collaboration of creative and media to build efficient mobile user acquisition systems in highly competitive markets...
Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Location
- Limassol, Cyprus
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
Unlock your brand's potential with the premier design agency in New York. From graphic design expertise to comprehensive creative solutions, Tuman is the go-to graphic design agency in NYC for unparalleled results...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
We're millennials. So naturally we believe were special. But when it comes to Sidebar, we know our business model truly sets us apart. For starters, we don't have an office. We're digital nomads who travel the globe while amassing huge Instagram followings and making people wonder: Do these guys even work?...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Design Services
- Video Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Taiwan-based video production for international companies, brands and agencies. From interviews and corporate films to event coverage, documentaries and commercial productions...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Taipei, Taiwan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We help clients explain complex disease and treatment information through clear, accurate, engaging animations and interactive experiences. Got a medical science story to tell? We can help...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $260/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
We create videos that drive action and deliver results. The type of results that jump out in meetings and make your boss and your boss's boss smile...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Our full-service video production company is your answer. From commercials to video marketing to social media, we bring your story to life...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We bring one thing. Clarity.To your business stucture and strategy. To how you look and what you say. And to the impact that technology and social change will have on your future...Before putting pen to paper, fingers to keyboard or pedal to metal, know exactly what your goal is.Once done (and you’ll only...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Brands can be flashy, conservative, loud, rigorous, compassionate, aggressive, sensitive, selfish, honest, loving, or absurd. They can be whichever but should always be unique! We are tired of seeing bland strategies, boring concepts, and pointless slogans that bring zero value to consumers and the brand...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
AtticSalt in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a dynamic branding studio that thrives on challenging the norms. With a laser focus on developing compelling brand identities for groundbreaking products and organizations, they have earned a reputation for their unrivaled expertise...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Scottsdale, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
DESH.Group is a full-cycle Web3 & AI development agency building scalable digital products from concept to launch...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
PS&Co helps organizations find clarity, purpose, and unity, managing change and growth at key inflection points. Its not just how you look in this world. Its how you think, how you communicate, and how you show up, again and again...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Advertising
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $190/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Wide Angle Creative is a strategy-first marketing agency helping brands grow through aligned branding, content + websites that connect + perform. We ask smarter questions, build sharper ideas + deliver work that drives real results...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
At Celtic, we challenge the ordinary, disrupt expectations, and craft unforgettable marketing strategies. With over 30 years of expertise in B2B industries like agriculture, chemistry, food, manufacturing, and pet, we turn bold ideas into tangible success...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Content Marketing
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Park Ridge, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
A LOS ANGELES based full service creative, design & commercial video production company that uses proven strategies to aid in multifaceted projects, from ideation to post production for any budget tier...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
We work on projects that are out of the ordinary. Strategy, UX/UI design, creative concepts and digital campaigns suit us best...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Lodz, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
With international experience and expertise in web design and web development, we take pride in giving our clients the very best possible digital solutions and services that are tailored to the unique needs and business objectives of every case...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We are an award winning team of creatives passionate about building brands, helping businesses grow and connecting memories. We offer a wide scale of creative services which include: graphic design, website design, branding and marketing...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
That RANDOM Agency is a woman-owned, digital marketing agency that makes empathy for their clients a priority. Launched in 2020, co-founders Lauren and John Patterson have a unique perspective for clients who need a true partner, allowing them to work with both small businesses & Fortune 500 brands...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Troy, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Northbound is a studio of experts across brand strategy and brand expression that turn complex, feature-heavy products into brands people remember...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Market Research
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
CMT Graphics LLC is a remote Creative Design Studio dedicated to elevating brands with expert graphic design, social media visuals, and WordPress website solutions.Lets create something amazing!...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At RIOT, we craft rebellion with purpose, a symphony of precision and controlled chaos. Every project is a bold voyage into the extraordinary, where each spark of imagination ignites a story worth remembering. Guided by visionary minds, we create unforgettable work that shapes culture, builds brands, and...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Affect Advertising is a strategy-led creative agency where expert creatives drive every campaign from concept to execution. With full in-house production, we blend insight, storytelling, and precision to create emotionally powerful work that connects brands with real people. Every idea is built on strategy...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Location
- Southport, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Gatti Creative is an integrated marketing, branding, and digital agency in Brighton, Michigan and working with businesses nationwide...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Location
- Brighton, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Longhouse Branding & Marketing
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Business & Community leaders can feel stuck wearing many hats Imagine if you had a team dedicated to simplifying your Branding & Marketing to-do list, winning your time back so you can focus on what needs you most...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- SEO
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Langley, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Using a proven process to deliver digital excellence, this Panama-based marketing agency is 100% digitally driven. Despite Tomorrow Digital's focus on tomorrow's technology, they still combine tangible, real-world methods with advanced digital strategies to enhance any brand. At Tomorrow Digital, content is...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- PPC
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Panama City, Panama
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Kenneth L. Dixon Photography Chicago is a full-service photography and video production company based in Chicago's West Loop. We produce commercial video, brand films, wedding and engagement photography, food and hospitality photography, professional headshots, lifestyle photography, music videos, drone...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We craft thoughtful brands that reflect who you are and where you're going.At OmniBrand, we specialize in crafting brands and websites that resonate, evolve, and build trust backed by over a decade of experience...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Wellington, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Morphiaas: The Digital Marketing Agency. We've helped hundreds of clients across diverse sectorsreal estate, luxury, healthcare, startups, and moreachieve remarkable results. From website development and SEO to social media and PPC, we craft data-driven strategies tailored to your unique goals...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Sketchy Digital is a creative studio that helps SMBs and large corporations to grow their businesses with high quality project management and scaled creation of graphic design and digital illustrations...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Walnut Creek, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
We help ambitious brands expand into new markets through performance-driven marketing. From SEO and paid media to localized strategies, we're your growth partner for scaling internationally...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Porto, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Windsor Digital Marketing helps businesses achieve sustainable growth through SEO, content marketing, and strategic digital planning. We prioritize search-driven strategies that deliver measurable results...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Windsor, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Through our IP, DMC fuses human expertise and artistic ingenuity with cutting-edge AI technologies to make your teams' jobs easier both now and long-term...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
As a well-renowned creative agency, LaviniaNext professionals are Idea & Solution Makers, offering their market experience in Strategy, Creativity, Technology, Branded TV, Content, Events, Social Media and E-Learning...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Hoot and a Half is a creative design studio blending digital expertise with a deep understanding of people. We craft stunning, functional designs tailored to your brand. From B2B to B2C, we've helped brands create impactful ads, websites, and long-form content. Our mission is to drive results...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Email Marketing
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Redmond, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Free Range partners with mission driven organizations and companies through strategy, design, and development services that bring stories to life. We go beyond reaching targeted audiences by moving users to take meaningful action...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
- Branding
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Intelligent Web Crew is a Florida-based digital agency specializing in AI-powered websites, mobile apps, automation systems, SEO, Local SEO, Google Ads, and custom software development. We help businesses streamline operations, generate more leads, improve customer experiences, and accelerate growth through...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Known Associates is a creative agency working with brands to help deliver compelling messages, build larger audiences and market more effectively. We focus on strategic design projects in corporate, marketing, and brand communications for organizations of all types and sizes...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Irvine, CA video production company serving clients nationwide since 2006. Corporate, commercial real estate, aerial drone (FAA Part 107), lifestyle, commercials, 3D animation and AI video. Trusted by CBRE, Newmark, JLL, Hyundai Capital and Mazda. Most projects delivered in 2-4 weeks...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects 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.