Best Illinois Design Firm Rankings

78 Companies - Rankings updated: April 04, 2026

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  • Alma Estrada

    Creating meaningful digital experiences that matter.

    Creating meaningful digital experiences that matter.

    My name is Alma Estrada based in Chicago, IL, USA. An experienced UX designer. I have a BA in Digital Marketing from North Park University. I'm a big proponent of accessible, useful, and usable design. I make a concerted effort to help create designs that can be enjoyed by everyone.  [... view Alma Estrada profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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  • informal

    Craft Your Brand's Product.

    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
    Colchester, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Techzo

    We Create Stunning Digital Experiences

    We Create Stunning Digital Experiences

    Our business is portfolio driven. Were not pushing sales and dont believe in selling something that is not needed, our portfolio speaks for itself. Weve been doing business since 2015 and weve always cherished new and long term business relationships with our clients.  [... view Techzo profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $48/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Varsity Time

    Varsity Time - For Brands That Want To Play Up.

    Varsity Time - For Brands That Want To Play Up.

    Varsity Time is a strategic and brand elevation agency committed to assisting clients in realizing powerful brand identities and marketing and communication strategies that discharge their full potential. Varsity Time's strategy is custom-tailored for entrepreneurs to multi-billion dollar corporations that  [... view Varsity Time profile ]
    Location
    Riverwoods, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Orbit Media Studios

    Orbit is an Award-Winning Digital Marketing and Web Design Agency Based in Chicago.

    Orbit is an Award-Winning Digital Marketing and Web Design Agency Based in Chicago.

    Orbit is an award-winning digital marketing and web design agency based in Chicago. Orbit is a team of in-house web design, web development and optimization experts. Our digital marketing services focus on SEO-driven website design, development and conversion optimization.  [... view Orbit Media Studios profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $165/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
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    4.8 4.8 (45)

  • Crux Creative

    A 360° Creative & Marketing Agency.

    A 360° Creative & Marketing Agency.

    Crux is a dynamic, woman-owned Creative and Marketing Agency, dedicated to sculpting brand identities and crafting engaging strategies. Specializing in interactive experiences, digital communications, and immersive environments, Crux ensures clients forge lasting connections with their target audiences.  [... view Crux Creative profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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    5.0 5.0 (6)

  • Julian Ospina

    Design That Dazzles.

    Design That Dazzles.

    Hello! My name is Julian. A visual designer, illustrator, and amateur photographer who always searching to continue my career in the design world!  [... view Julian Ospina profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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  • M2 Digital Media Group

    Chicago,IL Based Internet Marketing Agency Focused On Helping Businesses.

    Chicago,IL Based Internet Marketing Agency Focused On Helping Businesses.

    M2 Digital Media Group, Inc is a Chicago, IL based online business development company helping small to medium businesses with a full suite of online marketing services.  [... view M2 Digital Media Group profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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    4.8 4.8 (9)

  • BRXTN MKTG

    Marketing And Design That Just Click

    Marketing And Design That Just Click

    At BRXTN MKTG, you get more than just marketing, you get a dedicated partner invested in your brands success. With the freedom of one-time project bundles or commitment free monthly memberships for on-going support. BRXTN MKTG is here to ensure your business thrives.  [... view BRXTN MKTG profile ]
    Location
    Marion, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Tucker E. Lee

    Providing The Human Touch In A Digital Landscape.

    Providing The Human Touch In A Digital Landscape.

    Lets bridge the gap between sporadic marketing efforts and a cohesive, dynamic strategy that scales with you. Your business isn't static, and your marketing objectives shouldn't be either.  [... view Tucker E. Lee profile ]
    Location
    Quincy, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Path Creative

    Find Yours

    Find Yours

    Path Creative is a Chicago-based digital marketing and content studio specializing in photography, videography, web design, and branded storytelling. We help businesses elevate their presence with visually powerful campaigns.  [... view Path Creative profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • OC Creative

    We Bring The Creativity.

    We Bring The Creativity.

    OC Creative offers creative solutions to your marketing problems, using our expert team of web designers, graphic designers, videographers, writers, and more to tackle any project you can dream of. Creative work can influence change, evoke emotion, inspire action, and motivate your audience.  [... view OC Creative profile ]
    Location
    DeKalb, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $140/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (41)

  • PURRFECSHUN Designs

    Seriously, if you've read this far, and you're lol-ing (serious face but at least smiling on the inside), you have to at least try me out. Even if you're not lol-ing in any shape, way, or form, you still have to try me out. Why? To justify all the time you just wasted, that's why. You don't just travel all  [... view PURRFECSHUN Designs profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • HPR Marketing Group

    Bold Marketing. Smart Strategy. Proven Results.

    Bold Marketing. Smart Strategy. Proven Results.

    HPR has been serving clients throughout Central Illinois, as well as the USA, for over 20 years.We are based in Springfield, IL and serve clients from a wide variety of industries, including both for profit and non-profit.  [... view HPR Marketing Group profile ]
    Location
    Springfield, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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  • Design Resource Center

    Strategy. Creativity. Growth.Brands speak to us on a deeply human level. They connect with us through images and words that define our culture and root us in a sense of self and place. Strong brands do more than reflect consumer behavior, they define it.At DRC, we connect brands to consumers through  [... view Design Resource Center profile ]
    Location
    Naperville, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • JNJ Creative LLC

    More than just design.

    More than just design.

    An award-winning boutique visual communications business that delivers solutions for nonprofits, community orgs and public-serving entities. The goal? To amplify good works for the greater good. Through graphic design and artistic partnerships, creativity and equity intersect.  [... view JNJ Creative LLC profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Cogent Solutions

    Unlocking The Full Potential Of Amazon.

    Unlocking The Full Potential Of Amazon.

    Cogent Solutions specializes in strategic Amazon solutions designed to drive growth and deliver lasting value to businesses. With a focus on leveraging the power of the Amazon platform, we offer tailored strategies and expert guidance to optimize performance and maximize success in the competitive e-commerce  [... view Cogent Solutions profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • IFBDesign

    Helping Brands Stand Out.

    Helping Brands Stand Out.

    FBDesign is a graphic design, branding, and website development agency. As a solo creative, I harness the power of personalized service and deep industry knowledge to make a significant impact. My journey in design is driven by a passion for turning ideas into compelling visual stories. Each project is a  [... view IFBDesign profile ]
    Location
    Rockford, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • SiteNative

    SiteNative offers affordable web design and marketing solutions.

    SiteNative offers affordable web design and marketing solutions.

    SiteNative offers affordable web design and marketing solutions to help businesses and entrepreneurs to scale up with our expert team.  [... view SiteNative profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Silva Brand

    Minority-owned brand strategy and marketing firms dedicated to the B2B sector.

    Minority-owned brand strategy and marketing firms dedicated to the B2B sector.

    Silva Brand is one of the country's only minority-owned brand strategy and marketing firms dedicated to the B2B sector.  [... view Silva Brand profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Enterprise 360 Solutions

    Web Design Software Development & Digital Marketing.

    Web Design Software Development & Digital Marketing.

    Enterprise 360, we are a creative team specialize in creating results driven web and digital solutions from impressive websites, software and mobile app development, e-commerce, content management and branding solutions.  [... view Enterprise 360 Solutions profile ]
    Location
    Schaumburg, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Stature

    Crafting Brands. Inspiring Audiences.

    Crafting Brands. Inspiring Audiences.

    Stature, a Chicago-based design studio, emphasizes humility, simplicity, and courage in its approach to branding and design. Specializing in brand strategy, design, and content creation, Stature guides businesses in establishing deep connections with their audience, fostering lasting brand loyalty. Through  [... view Stature profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    3.7 3.7 (3)

  • Grand Studio

    Digital Experiences. Innovative Designs.

    Digital Experiences. Innovative Designs.

    Grand Studio is a UI/UX design agency that thrives on tackling technical and complex challenges. The agency's multidisciplinary team fosters innovative solutions through collaboration and customization, empowering users to succeed. Its services include UI/UX design, qualitative research, product strategy  [... view Grand Studio profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
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  • Fuzzy Math

    Meaningful Digital Experiences

    Meaningful Digital Experiences

    Fuzzy Math is a UX design agency. With a strong emphasis on involving clients in the design journey, they prioritize frequent check-ins and close collaboration to provide personalized service. Its expert team utilizes hands-on research and professional empathy to deliver exceptional user experiences. Fuzzy  [... view Fuzzy Math profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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    4.8 4.8 (5)

  • Equator Design

    Design That Inspires

    Design That Inspires

    Equator Design is a design agency offering innovative packaging and brand design solutions. With a multi-disciplinary team across seven global locations, the agency delivers measurable value through strategic insight and award-winning creativity. The agency's designs foster profound emotional engagement and  [... view Equator Design profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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    5.0 5.0 (2)

  • Sharp Mill Graphics

    Sharp Branding for Every Surface, Every Angle

    Sharp Branding for Every Surface, Every Angle

    Sharp Mill Graphics is a seasoned branding and graphics company specializing in multi-surface branding solutions, offering comprehensive services from design to installation. With over two decades of expertise, the agency helps businesses across the greater Chicago area and nationwide elevate their brand  [... view Sharp Mill Graphics profile ]
    Location
    Tinley Park, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (29)

  • Digi.co

    Crafting digitalsolutions that leavea lasting impression.

    Crafting digitalsolutions that leavea lasting impression.

    Relentlessly prioritizing functionality and user-centricity, we offer the design & development of the following digital products:. Web & Mobile Apps, Brand Books & Style Guides, Corporate & E-commerce Websites, Design Systems, Landing Pages.  [... view Digi.co profile ]
    Location
    Springfield, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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