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A Full Service Design & Marketing Agency
We combine start-to-finish, all-encompassing product development services with Amazon marketing expertise to create innovative products and bring them to market, providing entrepreneurs and companies with a one-stop solution for all of their go-to-market needs. [... view Enventys Partners profile ]- Location
- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Where Innovation Meets Imagination.
The Dissin Design Team is obsessed with creating smart, functional and beautiful branding packages and websites that help you connect to your target customers. And they do it all with stop-on-a-dime service and without the pageantry and feet-dragging common to most boutique creative agencies. Let's talk about [... view The Dissin Design Team profile ]- Location
- Mission Viejo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Enhance Your Companys Online Identity.
OooWee Business Solutions, founded in 2024 and based in Stockton, California, is a boutique digital marketing and software development agency serving small to midsize businesses. The firm delivers full-cycle solutions including account management, SEO, custom web and mobile apps, AI-powered lead generation [... view OooWee LLC profile ]- Location
- Stockton, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Serving Businesses Across All Industries
Laguna Digital provides comprehensive printing, design, and marketing services powered by the latest technology. They support businesses across various industries with modern, end-to-end solutions tailored to their needs. [... view Laguna Digital profile ]- Location
- Laguna Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Rethink Everything
We use technology to create undeniably brilliant work for companies with taste. Brands like Adidas, Quidax, NLNG, Propel have trusted us to bring their visions to life. Let's do the same for you. [... view Check profile ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
A Design Team for Founders.
Zypsy is an award-winning design team and investment firm for founders. Providing brand, product, engineering execution, and investments, where design can unlock outsized outcomes. The companys vision is to design tomorrows most valuable companies with todays most exceptional people. [... view Zypsy profile ]- Location
- Covina, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Strategies, Branding and Digital Products for Companies Who Are Ready for Changes.
QLO Agency is a Los Angeles based design and technology studio founded in 2024. The firm delivers branding, UX/UI, web and app design, motion graphics, packaging, and 3D animation. With a lean team of under 50, QLO specializes in crafting bold digital experiences for startups, consumer brands, and global [... view QLO Agency profile ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a Creative Development Agency & Consultancy.
We don't just build apps, we build app companies. Our CA-based team of entrepreneurs, innovators, and visionaries partner with new Founders and business owners to design, develop, & launch apps that solve real problems, and avoid the costly missteps most startups make. Got an idea? Let's chat. [... see all Naked Development reviews ]- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
A Boutique Design Agency, Dedicated To Empowering Purpose-Driven Visionaries.
We're Color Mill Design, a CA & OR based branding and web design agency. We use design to make a positive impact and help you uncover your story's essence. [... view Color Mill Design profile ]- Location
- Fort Bragg, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Custom Products, Made Easy with Gemnote
Gemnote designs and delivers custom merchandise, swag, and gifts tailored for todays businesses. Our experienced team manages everythingfrom curation and sourcing to warehousing, fulfillment, and shippingso you can relax. Whether you need impressive direct mail kits, welcome swag for new hires [... view Gemnote profile ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We believe in setting up our clients for success!
We are a full digital product services agency, we focus in strategy centered around the user and data, UX/UI Design is our core strength. We create with an emphasis on the user, employing research and careful planning to guide and enhance our choices throughout the design process. In the end, design without [... view CreateApe profile ]- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Strategic Creativity. Digital Excellence.
We provide strategic and creative services to multinational brands, enterprises, and non-profits, helping them navigate the digital economy. Founded in Seattle and based in Portland, we specialize in web & mobile apps, digital advertising, product design, design systems, eCommerce, and high-end mult [... view Jozi Firecracker Factory LLC profile ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Inspired Stories. Intelligently Told.
First Person is a creative partner that embraces your business challenge to create a direct connection with your audience that strikes at the essential, emotional and expandable core of a brand story. [... view First Person profile ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Get a Tech Team for Your Marketing
Airfleet creates and optimizes revenue generating websites for tech b2b marketers. Our services include SEO, CRO, Design, Development and Marketing Automation. We've created the first website platform for tech b2b marketers to easily scale their marketing. [... view AirFleet profile ]- Location
- Palo Alto, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Website Design & SEO Specialists
As a Website Design & SEO Specialist, We craft digital experiences that captivate and convert. With a keen eye for aesthetics and user experience, we design sleek, responsive websites that resonate with your target audiences. Utilizing the latest SEO techniques, we make sure your website ranks prominently on [... view JT Images, LLC profile ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We Make Moments That Matter
Moment is a full-service experiential marketing agency that designs and delivers immersive brand experiences that connect people to products, stories, and culture. We manage every stage strategy, creative, design, fabrication, logistics, and on-site execution ensuring seamless delivery and measurable impact. [... view Moment profile ]- Location
- Temecula, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Branding. Strategy. Design.
Bold designs for bold visions. We are a creative branding design studio in Northern California specializing in brand identity, graphic design for print, book & publication design, web design, and digital marketing. [... view 829 DESIGN profile ]- Location
- Roseville, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Socially Conscious Design for Brands With Purpose.
UNDESIGNIT is a San Diego based creative consultancy founded in 2017 by award-winning designer Ella Tsurkanu. The firm specializes in bespoke branding, digital campaigns, and visual experiences for purpose-driven non-profits and for-profit brands tackling cultural, political, economic and environmental [... view UNDESIGNIT profile ]- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
An Industrial Design Shop Based in San Francisco.
We envision and realize inspired hardware products of timeless integrity. [... view Level profile ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
We Engineer Great Experiences.
Alloy crafts exceptionally engineered products that inspire delight and brand loyalty in the people who use them. We partner with our clients to bring their visions to life by applying creativity, experience and proven engineering principles to solve difficult problems. Product engineering is what we love to [... view Alloy Product Development profile ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Design. Expression. Ideas.
ColorThisWorld Communications is a mission-driven communications agency dedicated to building a healthier, more just and more vibrant world. ColorThisWorld Communications help organizations, initiatives and campaigns be as effective and transformative as they can be. [... view Colorthisworld Communications profile ]- Location
- Oakland, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- A Multi-Disciplinary Agency Helping Small Brands Think Bigger and Bigger Brands Think Leaner
A Multi-Disciplinary Agency Helping Small Brands Think Bigger and Bigger Brands Think Leaner
RVNW Studios is an enthusiastic companies assisting in the creation of digital experiences with a human focus that successfully attract, engage, and convert the ideal audience. We are able to work closely and effectively with you at every stage of the process, from the first chats, all the way through the [... view RVNW Studios profile ]- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Transform Your Business With Custom Software.
We adhere to a tried-and-true software development process that is based on reasonable expectations, adaptable procedures, and faith in untapped potential. [... view Art+Logic profile ]- Location
- Pasadena, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Discover unparalleled UI/UX design with us, your final destination.
Onerity is a product-consulting and UI/UX design studio with offices in Cupertino, California and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It specializes in product consulting, user interface and experience (UI/UX) design, branding, and creative digital graphics. Onerity helps businesses transform ideas into intuitive [... view Onerity profile ]- Location
- Cupertino, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Performance Communications: Integrated PR Agency for B2B Technology, Healthcare & Consumer Brands
Performance Communications: Integrated PR Agency for B2B Technology, Healthcare & Consumer Brands
SHIFT is an integrated PR and communications agency specializing in B2B Technology, Healthcare and Consumer. With our Performance Communications approach, we create multichannel PR programs built for outcomes. [... view SHIFT Communications profile ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Creative UX Design, Tailored for Growth.
Experience design studio with all development-adept designers – designing with coding restrictions in mind for an accurate final product. [... view Corl West LLC profile ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Big Ideas without the Big Overhead.
Established in 2009, Circa has evolved into a versatile marketing agency proficient in every aspect of the consumer journey. Our hallmark is the delivery of ideas that not only resonate with audiences but also honor their intelligence and valuable time, recognizing the evolving landscape where consumers [... view Circa profile ]- Location
- Santa Rosa, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Local Feel, Global Appeal™
Guiding you on the road to success using our Local feel, Global appeal™ approach. Public Relations, Branding, Web Design, Social management, and coaching. [... view Interstate PR profile ]- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Designing Tomorrow's Brands, Today.
Committed to converting ideas into captivating and functional designs that leave a lasting impression. [... view Jimmy Viquez Design profile ]- Location
- La Mirada, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Crafting Impactful Brand Systems
Noise 13 crafts impactful brand systems focused on the food industry ecosystem and Certified B Corporations. Independently women owned. [... view Noise 13 Design profile ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
User Experience for Creative Teams.
At Agency UX, we specialize in UX design, transforming creative concepts into intelligent designs. Through our expertise in experience design, design strategy, and user research, we empower brands and agency teams to create impactful experiences that resonate with users. [... view Agency UX profile ]- Location
- Emeryville, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Elevate Your Digital Experiences.
Welcome to the New Era of Digital Excellence. Embrace the Fusion of Creativity and Technology. [... view Webloo profile ]- Location
- Newport Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Elevated Brands Through Thoughtful Design
FORNER is a Los Angeles based full-service creative studio specializing in brand identity, strategy, and digital design. Founded in 2015, the studio collaborates with emerging and established brands to create refined, minimalist visual systems that elevate brand perception and market presence. [... view FORNER profile ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Big Ideas Demand Bold Execution.
Flightdeck Advertising is a boutique creative and marketing agency headquartered in Irvine, California. Founded in 2022, the agency specializes in brand strategy, digital marketing, creative design, and immersive virtual experiences. It positions itself as a launchpad for ambitious brands combining strategy [... view Flightdeck Advertising profile ]- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Craft Your Brand's Product.
Informal is a freelance collective specializing in turning inventions into impactful brands through engineering, product, and industrial design solutions. Informal offers the talent and support needed to navigate every stage of business development, from conception to scaling. Assembling a diverse community [... view Informal profile ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
New Dimensions In Sound
MassiveMusic specializes in crafting visual and sonic identities that align brand strategy with experiential design. Their team develops cohesive brand systems where visual elements, audio cues and experiential touchpoints work together to create a distinct and memorable brand presence. [... view MassiveMusic profile ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
Outcomes You Can Count On
Scale your app or website visuals globally from store screenshots and preview videos to localized assets without hiring extra staff. [... view Snack Bar profile ]- Location
- Santa Rosa, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Strategic Branding & Graphic Design for Lifestyle Businesses
Hello! I'm Pam Brown, an intuitive and creative design thinker and doer – building lifestyle brands and setting them up for success with a strong brand identity foundation. Using my proven creative process, I help elevate brands beyond their own expectations. I'm seasoned with many years of experience in ad [... view Joie Brand Design profile ]- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Empowering Omnichannel Conversations that Drive Business Success
Kenscio empowers brands with end-to-end omnichannel marketing, delivering personalized, data-driven engagement across email, SMS & WhatsApp. [... view Kenscio Digital profile ]- Location
- California City, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Shaping Identities Across Categories and Audiences
Ærial Identity embodies the essence of an organization's core values communicated through every touchpoint, interaction, and exchange. Our services encompass brand strategy, positioning, brand voice development, visual identity creation, web design, and go-to-market activation strategies. [... view Ærial profile ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Your Story, Our Branding: Giving Life to Your Narrative.
At Fifth Atrium, our passion for storytelling shines through our artful animation and branding. We offer a full-service suite, including graphics, animation, videos, web design, and brand consulting. Together, we create content that aligns with your unique vision. [... view Fifth Atrium profile ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Transforming Your Business.
Providing AdTech, Advertising, and Digital Services. We design, measure, implement, and ship digital products that transform companies. [... view Work & Co profile ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Connecting Brands and Technology.
FINE is a digital agency that helps brands connect with customers through various platforms by offering services in strategy, design, and technology. Their expertise has helped industries such as wine and spirits, hospitality, consumer technology, banking, and finance stand out in a crowded market. [... view FINE profile ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
A Global Brand Experience Agency
Founded in 1996. 850+ global team members. Hubs in New York, Los Angeles, London, Dublin, and Singapore, FIRST manages over 37,000 projects annually across 110 countries. The agency serves 130+ brands, specializing in Fortune 500 companies within the Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Media, and [... view FIRST Agency profile ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
Innovative. User Focused.
Digital product design agency with offices also in Silicon Valley, NYC, Mexico City and London. Experts in User Experience design and website development, working with startups to the Fortune 500 in the financial services, healthcare and software business. [... view Momentum Design Lab profile ]- Location
- Palo Alto, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Driven by a Passion for Art and Perfection.
Hello! Let me introduce myself, my name is Manny Gonzalez. I'm a professional and experienced hands-on designer and director based in Los Angeles, California. [... view Manny Gonzalez profile ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Passionately Strengthening Brands To Stand Out
At Minor Change Studio, we specialize in brand transformation. There are no shortcutsour dedication lies in crafting unique brand identities. From strategic planning to meticulous development, we are fully committed to elevating brands to their fullest potential. [... view Minor Change profile ]- Location
- Vacaville, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Tailored Digital Solutions to Drive Your Business Forward.
We understand that every business is unique. That's why we offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to meet your specific needs and drive meaningful results. Whether you want to enhance your online presence, streamline product development, or revolutionize user experience, our team of experts is here [... view Delphi Tech Consulting profile ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Transforming Ideas into Reality.
Hello, I'm Nick. I'm a designer who excels at making quirky sounds and can talk about surfing endlessly. Currently based in Los Angeles, CA, USA. [... view Nicholas Tisch profile ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We Build Brands And Products That Rethink Sports
Our multidisciplinary team builds high-quality products for web, iOS, and Android, with a strong focus on design, storytelling, and seamless user experiences. For clients seeking deeper collaboration, we integrate closely with your in-house team, working as a natural extension of your organization. [... view Robin profile ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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