Explore top creative agencies that drive lasting customer connections through bold designs and storytelling. Choose from vetted US-based creative companies specializing in brand strategy, content creation, digital marketing, and advertising.
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Noetic Brands
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Noetic integrates brand identities, UI/UX designs, and custom websites into CRM and marketing automation platforms, so design and data work as one system. With 18+ years of experience, it has delivered 750+ projects over the past 5 years. Clients include Inova and IFG...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Adapts Media folds creative and design work into its broader digital marketing expertise. As a creative agency, it offers branding, logo design, UI/UX design, social media creatives, eBook design, and presentation design. It has completed 1,500+ projects for clients like Marco Polo, Godiva, and Daikin...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- eCommerce
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Michael P. Maloney leads Brand Force 5, handling logo design, branding, and advertising personally rather than through account layers. Recognized as a top-rated creative company, it best serves small businesses preferring direct access to a creative director with 25+ years of expertise...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Rutherford, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
BuySeed positions itself as a collective of growth architects that has been scaling brands for 13+ years. As a creative agency, it offers expertise in branding, web design and dev, and graphic design, folding these into its marketing strategies. It has generated $540M+ in revenue for 500+ clients...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- SEO
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We're a strategic, innovative, and creative communications agency driven by one key belief: Stories are better shared...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Public Relations
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 65 Projects Listed
Habitat Creative Company delivers data-driven product design, web design, branding, and motion design under a single in-house team. Established in 2017, it has served brands like Fendi and Oppo, making it a strong candidate for startups needing a creative partner that runs like an in-house team...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Rivne, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Designing Gig runs as a fully remote studio, pairing branding, website design, and UX/UI consulting into a tailored strategy. Founded in 2009, the Denver creative agency counts CTP Circuits and Hard Rock Fabricators among its clients. Suits small businesses wanting a close-knit team...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Left Hand Design is a creative studio providing logo, web, package, and environmental design. Within two decades, it has rebranded NASCAR driver Riley Herbst and White Cap Ready Mix and designed bottle packages for 5 Soul Wine Co. Fits small businesses wanting brand and packaging under one roof...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Zaya Production handles concept development, filming, and post-production under one roof, serving clients like Nike and Mercedes-Benz. In business since 2008, its work covers commercials, promo and corporate videos, fashion films, photography, and livestreams...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Cross Graphic Ideas’s expertise spans logo, branding, packaging, and web design. With 10+ years in business, the B2B creative agency has delivered work for 550+ clients across the US, UK, Canada, and India. Suits small businesses seeking affordable branding and web design combined...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 26 Projects Listed
Bosch, Subway, and BMW have worked with Qubed Agency on branding, web design, and crowdfunding creative built from strategy through launch. Across its 15+ years in business, the creative company has completed 1,250+ projects for 450+ clients. Suits startups wanting identity and site built together...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Odorheiu Secuiesc, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
S² is a New York-based, woman-owned branding and packaging agency. As thinkers, brand builders, and storytellers, we create memorable brands. Our 360° approach and proprietary i³ process aid us in crafting holistic brand experiences that maximize relevance and impact...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 24 Projects Listed
Clear Digital builds AI-accelerated brand strategy, visual identity, and web design for B2B tech companies. Rooted in Silicon Valley for 25+ years, the B2B creative agency has earned 150+ industry accolades, including the MarCom Awards and W3 Awards, and has served brands like McAfee and Splunk...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 24 Projects Listed
Roobinium is a leading UX/UI design and development company in Toronto. We specialize in our own solutions and complete projects quickly with our qualified team. With over 600 projects and expertise in web and web3, we deliver innovative digital solutions...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 25 Projects Listed
Splendor is a full-service advertising, marketing, and web-design agency nestled in the heart of Red Bank - a cultural, arts, dining and shopping destination on the Jersey Shore...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Red Bank, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Null Station transforms ideas into stunning visuals, backed by a strong success rate and robust client relationships. Specializing in 3D animation, product visualization, and AR/VR, we follow industry-standard workflows to deliver high-quality content that captivates audiences and elevates brands...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Product Design
- Content Marketing
- Video Production
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Dive into a world of new possibilities while working with us you . What we offer can help you, your products, your services and your brand flow through the web creating a ripple effect that reaches all that you set out to accomplish...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Gevgelija, Macedonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $38/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 89 Projects Listed
Award-winning, creative studio specializing in branding, web, mobile and design sprints for healthcare, education, legal and financial sectors...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Product Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
CMS DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENTWe help companies to create unique and beautiful websites...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Zagreb, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
SOCIALFUEL is a Melbourne branding, web design and growth agency. We build brands people remember and high-converting WordPress and Shopify websites, then grow them with Meta and Google ads. Founder-led since 2013 for eCommerce brands, startups, arts and community organisations...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Digital Services
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Problem-solving and positive
“It has been such a pleasure to work with Joel and his team for nearly 9 months now on our website and hiring platform build. They have a positive approach and attitude to problem solving.”
Read full review >Since 1981, Crystal Pyramid Productions in San Diego has been a trusted provider of award-winning live events production and video production services...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Upstart Food Brands uses brand strategy, storytelling, and deep industry expertise to develop and market food/beverage brands that disrupt & succeed...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Development
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
AMZ Optimized accelerates FBA business growth by providing comprehensive solutions more efficiently and cost-effectively than training an employee or building a team. Our expertise ensures rapid and sustainable expansion for your business...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
If you're a marketing leader at a challenger brand, you need an ally who works as hard as you do. A partner who respects your budget. A team that understands the pressure to drive measurable growth, defend market share, and make every dollar accountable. That's where The Miller Group comes in...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Video Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
CMB Automotive Marketing is a global agency helping complex organisations in the Automotive, Off-Highway and Defence sectors solve tough marketing challenges. With deep industry insight and a strategic, we deliver brand and marketing solutions that drive growth...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Northampton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $350/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Integrated Response-Driven Content Strategies - DRTV - OTT - Social - Digital - Retail...
Top Services:
- Direct Marketing
- Creative Services
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Santa Ana, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Abtin Valerie is an industrial design and product development studio dedicated to transforming early product ideas into refined, manufacturable designs...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
- Business Consulting
- Design Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Moloko
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.We are branding sidekicks! We know how to create, grow, and support brands...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
#3 in Europe and #9 worldwide according to EFFIE Index 2021...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 21 Projects Listed
JUICE is a digital growth & marketing agency founded by two serial entrepreneurs. Their strict focus on maximizing ROI has helped their clients see enormous success...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Creative Services
- SEO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Innovative Technologies Need Innovative Creative. Marc Posch + Partner is a branding and design agency in Los Angeles that works with founders and leaders in times of transition and growth. Together, we transform ideas into brands worth rallying around and energize sales...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Shake is a creative service handling everything from the first idea to final delivery. Over the past 20 years, I've built a reputation as a reliable independent creative, producing bold, engaging work that helps businesses tell their story with clarity and impact...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Igawa Design is an award-winning, boutique branding and design studio based in Southern California. Founded on the principle that excellent design can shape people's perceptions of a brand and elevate its value in the marketplace...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Signal Hill, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Since 2016, Mothershed Design Co. has helped small businesses create memorable brands and websites that stand out and get noticed...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
The only constant in business and in life is change. Founded in education, McIvor Marketing can help you in business and in life. Just like the butterfly effect, when you change one thing, you have the ability to change everything. From website design & branding to digital marketing, we can help...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Banter Marketo is a best digital marketing agency in India with extensive experience of working in India, US, UK, Canada and Australia. With a record of successfully delivering 1269+ projects over 6 years, Banter Marketo as best digital marketing agency is proud to showcase 200+ case studies in most of the...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Reputation Management
- Web Development
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Bachoo studio is an award-winning web studio, dedicated to creating sophisticated and technologically advanced solutions for our clients. We offer end-to-end services, starting with concept and strategy, and continuing through design, development, QA, devops, and support...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
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- Location
- El Segundo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
Robot Creative thrives on assisting organizations in their growth journey, whether they are established businesses, startups, or nonprofits. With our expertise and experience, we tailor our approach to each client's unique business needs, equipping them with the necessary tools and resources to develop...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Logo Design
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Win the market with bold design and brandingWe are Qream brand transformation agency allergic to mediocrity.Marketers & founders come to us when exhausted from bad ideas or poor service. We bring inspiring visions to life in web & brand design and help your business grow with the long-term marketing...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 37 Projects Listed
We're an awarded serious games studio based in Florence specializing in designing and developing applied games and highly interactive multimedia experiences for educational projects, CSR activities, dissemination, training, and communication...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- VR/AR
- Software Development
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Florence, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Living Proof Creative delivers innovative Handcrafted Brand & Digital Experiences grounded in Creativity, Expert Ability, Reliability, and Likeability...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Miami creative studio specializing in AI production: brand films, commercials, campaign visuals and social content. Full AI or hybrid. Trusted by DKNY, David Guetta, Karl Lagerfeld and the Yankees...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- AI Development
- Video Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Twhn Design (pronounced Twin) is a multitalented studio in London specialising in Graphic Design...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
ZANE Productions is an award-winning, full-service video production company with teams in Los Angeles and New York City. We bring creative, strategy, production, and post together to help clients create video that earns attention and drives results...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Advertising
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Design for your business.Graphic Design - Branding - Web Design - 3D Graphic - Marketing Design - Photography...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 36 Projects Listed
Design Make Connect is an industrial design studio that develops exceptional products through user-focused design principles. With over 50 years of combined experience, it specializes in bringing concepts from sketch to production, tackling complex design challenges across various industries...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Location
- Greytown, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Eaglevision is not your traditional video production company. Were storytellers who focus on video production and unique live experiences. We have the finesse, flair and digital savoir-faire to tell your story more effectively and with proven results. We've been doing it for companies in San Jose, across...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
STOUT Creative is an Atlanta-based creative marketing agency working with regional and national clients to help build their brands, perfect their positioning, grow key accounts and sell more to their end users...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Creative agency that makes a difference. We're small enough to take real pride in each and every job we do, yet agile enough to take on projects of all sizes. We don’t strive to merely be good. We don’t want to simply be great. We want to be greater than anyone you’ve ever worked with. And we want you...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Branding studio from Romania, crafting brands and visual systems that merge the right kind of story with function. We offer complete services of branding, including strategy, logo design, packaging design, naming, copywriting, and brand story...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Business Consulting
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 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.