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Best California Design Firm Rankings

7 Companies - Rankings updated: August 28, 2026

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  • Clay

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    Top UI/UX design, web design, and branding agency in San Francisco.

    We're a global group of strategists, designers, and engineers building notable brands and premier digital experiences that captivate users worldwide. Our unified, AI-infused creative approach ensures scalability and consistency across all brand touchpoints by building robust design systems...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Web Design
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed

    Clay Services

    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Video Production
    • Product Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
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    • Meta
    • Google
    • Discover
    • Stripe
    • Coca-Cola
    • Coinbase
    • Uber
    • Sony
    • Slack
    • Amazon
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    Clay Reviews & Testimonials

    • Anonymous Co-Founder at Skylum
      5.0 ★

      Web Development Review from Anonymous

      Clay built our new website to support a product launch, and we were impressed by how quickly they delivered. The site met our expectations perfectly. They worked efficiently and provided high-quality results right on schedule.

    • Anonymous Manager at Car Retailer
      5.0 ★

      Web Design Review from Anonymous

      Clay designed and developed our car retail website, and the results were outstanding. The site looked stunning and worked exactly as needed. They stood out for their patience, attentiveness, and excellent service. Communication was always clear, and they delivered on time.

    • Anonymous Director of Web Strategy & Operations at Nonprofit Org
      5.0 ★

      Web Design Review from Anonymous

      Clay redesigned and rebuilt our nonprofit’s website with fresh UX/UI research to guide the process. The new site improved conversions, earned great user feedback, and boosted internal efficiency. Communication across all channels was seamless, and their responsiveness and high-quality results went beyond what we expected.

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    4.9 4.9 (37)
    4.8 4.8 (21)

  • Content Beta

    Content That Converts, Strategy That Lasts

    ContentBeta is a content marketing agency that helps brands engage audiences and drive action through strategic storytelling, content creation, and distribution. Its services include content strategy, copywriting, blog & SEO content, long-form pieces, and thought leadership. The agency focuses on producing...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    • Design Services
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Sunnyvale, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed

    Content Beta Services

    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    • Design Services
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Content Marketing
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    • ManyChat
    • ServiceNow
    • Pipe
    • Leadfeeder
    • Rudderstack
    • Kissflow
    • Dynamic Yield
    • Partnerstack
    • TaskWorld
    • StructuredWeb
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Content Beta Reviews & Testimonials

    • Diana Torianyk
      Diana Torianyk Head of sales & co founder at Valtorian Limited
      5.0 ★

      Content Marketing Review from Diana Torianyk

      The attentiveness of the team really impressed me. In the first stages, we discussed all the problems of the project, and the team audited and predicted the results we would get. During the course of the project, all deadlines were met, and everything was as transparent as possible

    • Rick Crump
      Rick Crump Cmty Nutrition & Health PgM at Greater Chicago Food Depository
      5.0 ★

      Video Production Review from Rick Crump

      I`ve worked with other production companies and faced communication and troubleshooting challenges, and Content Beta Productions was fantastic in those aspects.

    • Alli Grunthaner
      Alli Grunthaner Creative director at Serta Simmons Bedding
      5.0 ★

      Video Production Review from Alli Grunthaner

      I was most impressed with Contentbeta`s speed of delivery, enthusiasm, and willingness to collaborate it's rare to find super-talented people who you enjoy working with.

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    4.8 4.8 (5)

  • Cerebral Studio

    Your Product Design Partner for Turning Ideas Into Reality.

    Cerebral Studio stands as digital product design agency distinguished for its expertise in psychology-infused UX design tailored for e-Commerce, B2B platforms, and industries. Our track record showcases the generation of over $500M in value for a broad spectrum of startups and enterprises...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Design Services
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    9 Projects Listed

    Cerebral Studio Services

    • Product Design
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Design Services
    • eCommerce Development
    • AI Development
    • Creative Services
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    • Thrive Causemetics
    • This Is Needed
    • DonorSnap
    • Cerebral Co
    • LadyLab
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    Cerebral Studio Reviews & Testimonials

    • Aleksandra Prokop
      Aleksandra Prokop AVP Marketing at YX Professional Makeup
      5.0 ★

      Project Management Review from Aleksandra Prokop

      The Cerebral team is cool, calm, and very collected. Ultimately making the experience of adjusting your virtual storefront a data informed and confident decision.

    • Megan Brown
      Megan Brown VP of Technology and eCommerce at Thrive Causemetics
      5.0 ★

      UI/UX Design Review from Megan Brown

      The dream team duo. Henry focuses on utilizing data to make solid Product/UX tradeoffs. Hannah is one of the best in the business at truly understanding the user thought process while shopping and navigating. She focuses on utilizing user behavior and competitive research to formulate very solid User Interfaces. I'd use Cerebral again without question!

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    4.5 4.5 (2)

  • Campground

    We Transform Brands Through Exceptional Experience Design & Strategy.

    Campground is a design studio that specializes in creating brands and experiences for bold companies. As a hands-on creative partner, we strengthen and invigorate brands through effective strategy and thoughtful design...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Product Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Carlsbad, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed

    Campground Services

    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Product Design
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • Design Services
    • Creative Services
    • Print Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Resmed
    • MoveCU
    • Callaway
    • H&M
    • Luna Health
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    Campground Reviews & Testimonials

    • Nick Unrue
      Nick Unrue Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Nick Unrue's Review Sourced from Google

      Colin and Dewi are awesome to work with! They did an amazing job in sharpening our brand guidelines and crafting effective and visually engaging sales materials for us.

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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • L+R

    End-to-end digital product design and engineering.

    End-to-end digital product design and engineering for enterprises and premium brands...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed

    L+R Services

    • Branding
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • Design Services
    • UI/UX Design
    • Wearables
    • Web Development
    • Product Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Meta
    • The Estée Lauder Companies
    • OceanX
    • Hilton Worldwide
    • UNICEF
    • ATP Tour
    • Louis Vuitton
    • Amazon
    • GE
    • Footlocker
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    5.0 5.0 (7)

  • Marzo Creative

    Building brands that outlast the seasons.

    Marzo Creative is a Los Angeles Brand & Design Firm serving hospitality, CPG brands, startups, entertainment, professional businesses, and health and wellness brands. Branding, strategy, and creative direction, all in one place...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

    Marzo Creative Services

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Social Media Marketing
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • The Vegan Joint
    • Dragonfly HR Support
    • Banter Bar
    • Plowboy Landscapes
    • Management as a Liberal Art Research Institute
    • California Institute of Advanced Management
    • Yayo Toys
    • Akwire Agency
    • Clutch Motors Co.
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
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  • Flatworld Solutions

    Global BPO Company

    Flatworld Solutions (FWS) is a global company offering IT, Data Science, Data Mining, business consulting, and outsourcing solutions since 2002...

    Top Services:

    • BPO
    • Call Centers
    • Transcription Services
    • Phone Answering Services
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    Location
    Napa, California
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up

    Flatworld Solutions Services

    • BPO
    • Call Centers
    • Transcription Services
    • Phone Answering Services
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    • Alcon
    • Rogers
    • Msn
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    3.0 3.0 (2)

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