Our B2B design agency directory includes 1,151 USA companies, with 1,855 client reviews and an average 4.6-star rating, and vetted by a team of 12 industry experts. Agencies are assessed on strategic capability, real-world case studies, and B2B fit, so you can clearly compare across services, pricing, project size, and industry focus.
Organic rankings are determined by five factors: top services, reviews, portfolio, awards/press, and team expertise. Sponsored listings pay for a placement that appears above organic positions. Sponsorship does not affect star ratings or review content - read more on our methodology page.
Encodersys is a one-stop IT solutions provider which facilitates businesses to grow in this dynamic digital arena. Encodersys defines, designs & delivers tech-enabled solutions according to customer demands. Our holistic approach enables us to understand customer requirements thoroughly and provide the best...
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- Web Design
- Design Services
- Branding
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
From creating an effective customer loyalty program to increasing sales through shopper marketing and entertainment marketing services and marketing campaigns, our team can create a tailored solution that will optimize your customer experience, boost profits and drive shopper engagement. Put your trust in us...
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- Location
- Stamford, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
Octagon is a global agency providing sport marketing, entertainment marketing, and branding solutions. They strike deals. Set the pace. They're play makers. A group of creative thinkers and energetic doers inspiring and helping brands and talent to step up and stand out...
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- Digital Marketing
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- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Stamford, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
We're a leading web design & development company in Los Angeles, CA – Specializing in UI/UX Design, Web Design, Product Design, & Web Development...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Design Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Designity is a human-led Creative-as-a-Service platform that gives brands a fully managed creative team led by AI-enabled Creative Directors and powered by the top 1% of global creatives and marketers...
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- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
I'm a Graphic Designer based in Baltimore, MD proficient with the Adobe Creative Suite. I can conceptualize and produce unique designs in a quick and efficient manner across a variety of platforms...
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- Design Services
- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Trusted and proven for over two decades. Momentum 18 has worked with many household name brands and a number of smaller ambitious companies. Rooted in creativity, collaboration, and trust, our partnerships with clients are at the heart of everything we do. Print + web. Copywriting + video...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Princeton, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MIFA Media produces awardwinning creative for clients across all industries. We work with our clients, providing topnotch, handson service that larger companies simply cant provide. Were uniquely suited to provide you with unique results. Don't you want to stand out?...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
828:design is a boutique graphic and web design studio established in Asheville, North Carolina, in 2003. Led by co-founders Tom Petruccelli and Chris Hunter, the agency provides full-service branding, logo development, web design, print collateral, packaging, and production design. Known for its clean...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Hybrid Design
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Hybrid is a San Francisco-based graphic design studio dedicated to creating engaging and impactful design across a wide range of disciplines, including branding, identity systems, illustration, campaign development, publication design and production, retail and environmental design, advertising, digital...
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- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hi, I am Eva, Anders CEO and lead designer...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Location
- Chelsea, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Hi, I am Enbal (my friends call me Lolita), the sole owner and designer of Lolita Design Studio...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Brad Guesman is a San Francisco based creative technologist operating as a boutique design studio. With fewer than 50 team members and a remote-first setup, the firm offers UI/UX design, web design, mobile interface development, and branding experiences tailored to ambitious startups and digital-first brands...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Creative Services
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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...
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- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Fort Bragg, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Webs Vent is your go-to partner for all your digital marketing needs. With over 10 years of experience, we specialize in developing customized strategies that not only create stunning websites, but also effectively promote your business to drive traffic and increase sales...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Design Services
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Laurelow builds creative and strategic brands to move hospitality forward, because forward thinking turns spaces into experiences...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Detroit, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Whether marketing memorable brands, or designing alluring interiors, at Desert Society were passionate about generating creativity to help the people and businesses of the SoCal region shine that much brighter...
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- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Array Digitals is your one-stop shop for all things [ digital transformation ]...
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- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Pompano Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $600/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Offering Social Media Marketing Services with a Creative twist. Radical Creative brings remarkable success for businesses of all sizes and solves your most challenging needs to boost your online presence...
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- Digital Marketing
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Trenton, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Dave Chapple is a designer (Art Directors Guild/Graphic Design: Local 800) in Los Angeles California...
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- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Flocdesign has more than 15 years of experience in designing brands in all forms: visual identity, pop-up installations, PR activation to full retail and hospitality interior fit-outs...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We help organizations grow through open-source platforms engineered for performance, longevity, and measurable results designed and built by senior Drupal experts...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
- Software Development
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- Location
- Santa Clara, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
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...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Springfield, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
ProValueMedia offers services such as digital marketing, branding, print, social media marketing etc...
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- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Design Services
- Print Design
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Laredo, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
D&GG Marketing Communications and Advertising, Public Relation. As a family-owned and operated business, we pride ourselves on delivering every assignment on time and within budget. We have never missed a deadline or failed to meet a clients objectiveand our standard is simple: were only as good as our most...
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- Print Design
- Video Production
- Design Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
With years of expertise, we pride ourselves on understanding your needs quickly, allowing us to craft website, branding, and SEO solutions to elevate your business. Trust us to handle every detail, leaving you free to focus on growth...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Branding
- Creative Services
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Pagosa Springs, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
You won't receive shoddy, lifeless designs from Plum. Instead, we provide you with a bucket of vibrant, new ideas and best logo design service. Together with our clients, we foster the most promising ideas and help them develop to their full potential. We make the procedure enjoyable and fulfilling...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
I create high-quality product images and animations for use as marketing materials/product launches...
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- Product Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We adhere to a tried-and-true software development process that is based on reasonable expectations, adaptable procedures, and faith in untapped potential...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Design Services
- Location
- Pasadena, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Monish Khara is a Graphic and Motion Designer based in New York City...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Hello! My name is David Urbinati and I'm a motion designer, illustrator, and music producer based in West Palm Beach, FL...
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- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Location
- West Palm Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
VITO DESIGN USA is delighted to partner with SpecOps Hand instruments to create industry-leading instruments for our Professional customers. We have the knowledge and experience to make it a reality. Do you need to refresh an existing product? Together, we can determine the optimal options for updating...
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- Design Services
- Branding
- Location
- Southington, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Stan Can DesignTM offers compelling, perceptive, and classic advertising and design with decades of experience assisting businesses in building strong brands and promoting their enterprises. We accomplish it conveniently without the overbearing layers you'd find in a conventional full service agency...
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- Advertising
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Video Production
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- Location
- Reno, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are about helping DataTech and FinTech businesses and startups level up their Product Design and driving Revenue Growth through our highly skilled UX/UI design team...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Santa Rosa, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 45 Projects Listed
Our branding services comprise of logo design, brand messaging, and brand guidelines to ensure that your company is consistently represented across all channels. We also provide custom design services, including the creation of print collateral and social media graphics. Moreover, our commercial photography...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Oregon City, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hey, friend. I'm Lucia, a brand designer and visual strategist based in Chicago, Illinois...
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- Design Services
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Based in San Jose, California. V9Marketing specializes in helping small businesses with graphic design, internet marketing, and advertising...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Design Services
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Phoenixfire Design & Consulting provides consulting and design services to businesses seeking to alter their processes, products, or consumers' perceptions. This is frequently triggered by stagnant development, a decline in sales, or a more positive source, such as an opportunity for innovation and change. It...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Branding Room Floor is a full service marketing agency offering services from graphic design and copywriting, to website development, SEO, social media management, and branding...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Hammond, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Our team of branding and design experts is here to assist you in developing a brand that is as remarkable and distinctive as you are. Whether you're eager to begin a project, have a pressing query, or simply want to converse, we're here to listen. Our design services, which include brand identity design...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Albany, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At The Foxsy Designs, I help entrepreneurs and small businesses create soulful brands, high-converting websites, and SEO strategies that drive visibility. Based in Long Island, NY, I proudly serve the Hamptons, Suffolk County, New York businesses, and clients worldwide...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Bellport, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
EIGHT25MEDIA is a leading web design firm in Silicon Valley, ranked #1 in 2017. Their strategic approach to web design focuses on technology companies, media publications, and e-commerce. They specialize in strategic consulting, web design and development, and digital marketing and branding...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
We are a quick-thinking design firm with headquarters in Nashville. Our areas of expertise include motion, design, branding, and strategic planning...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
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...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- CRO
- SEO
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Design Hammers mission is to leverage web technologies to help clients solve key business problems and achieve business goals...
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- Web Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Durham, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
Captivation Agency, a creative storytelling and design collective established in 2004 and based in Sarasota, Florida, is dedicated to delivering meaningful, engaging client experiences through video productions and websites for brands, non-profits, and agencies. We take pride in our award-winning work, strong...
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Sarasota, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Snowberry Media is a leading web design and development firm that offers professional web solutions to businesses of all sizes. Our team of professional web designers and developers uses the most up-to-date tools and technologies to create websites that are tailored to each client's specific requirements. We...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Erie, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
At Palm + Pine, we ensure online business success through our unwavering commitment to innovative design and effective marketing campaigns. Our passion drives us to provide personalized, creative solutions, fostering lasting partnerships...
Top Services:
- Email Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Design Services
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- Location
- Crofton, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $97/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Pen & Mug is a caffeine-fueled branding & web design studio...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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...
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- Branding
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
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Hiring Guide: How to Choose a Leading Design Company in the US
How much do top design agencies charge in the USA?
They typically charge $150-$200 per hour, based on DesignRush data.
Project-based pricing models (from DesignRush data):
- Logo & graphic design: $5,000-$20,000
- Brand identity & brand systems: $50,000-$100,000+
- Website design (custom): $20,000-$100,000
- Website redesigns: $100,000-$150,000+
- Product & UX/UI design: $75,000-$175,000+
In terms of project fees, most engagements fall in the $20,000-$100,000 range, though a significant portion of projects exceed $100,000, especially complex web, brand, or product design work.
What outcomes should businesses expect?
Top design engagements drive metrics. Typical results include:
- Revenue & leads: 84% of companies see higher revenue after improving design and CX. Good UX can boost conversions up to 400%.
- Brand impact: Consistent visual design increases brand recognition by 68% and consumer trust by 55%.
- Engagement & retention: A user-friendly, responsive design can improve engagement by ~20%, encouraging repeat purchases and referrals.
- Operational efficiency: Design systems reduce development costs by ~20–30%, by speeding content publishing and lowering long-term maintenance.
- Trust & compliance: Accessible UI mitigates legal risks through Web Vitals and accessibility compliance.
How do I choose the best design company in the US?
Selecting an agency is about fit and evidence. Key criteria:
- Outcome focus
Look for partners who tie design to your KPIs. Ask for case studies showing data (e.g. “We redesigned X page and conversion jumped Y%”). - Research & process
Ensure the agency conducts user research before design. Only ~50% of companies do, so this is a differentiator. - Technical expertise
Confirm that they design for usability, speed, and accessibility. - Systems and collaboration
Good agencies have mature design systems and clear feedback workflows. Ask how they manage scope, iterations, and cross-team collaboration. - Team structure and seniority
Know who will actually work on your project and how senior designers are involved day to day. - Request a roadmap or pilot
Top agencies can outline milestones, timelines, and expected ROI.
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How can I find the best design company on DesignRush that fits my budget?
Our directory features top design firms across different budget ranges so you can identify partners that align with your spending expectations.
| High budget: $50,000 & up |
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| Low budget: $25,000-$50,000 |
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What questions should I ask before hiring a US design company?
Some of the questions you should ask before hiring one of these companies, are:
Relevant Background
- What industries do you have the deepest experience in?
- Have you worked with companies at our stage (startup, scale-up, enterprise)?
- Is your team fully in-house, or do you rely on contractors or offshore talent?
Services and Processes
- What design disciplines do you cover in-house?
- What does your end-to-end design process look like, from discovery to delivery?
- How do you incorporate user research and data into design decisions?
- How do you collaborate with product, engineering, or marketing teams?
Related to Your Project
- How would you approach our specific design problem?
- What’s a realistic timeline for a project like ours?
- What deliverables should we expect at each phase?
- How do you measure success for a design engagement?
Sources
DesignRush sustains a directory of over 40,000 agencies categorized by service category, location, expertise, and reviews. We build our database in two ways:
- Our dedicated team of agency experts actively searches the web for top-performing companies. We then pull information from their websites, online presence, and client testimonials to verify their status and qualifications prior to listing.
- The agencies listed get notified of their profiles on the website and they can choose to claim it or not, which suggests their availability for more collaborations.
Agencies can also reach out to DesignRush and must go through the verification process prior to being listed.
Why companies trust DesignRush
Every agency is independently vetted before it can be listed or ranked
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Design Agency FAQs
What is the current state of the B2B design agency industry in the US?
Companies that lead with design consistently outperform competitors. Key industry stats include:
- McKinsey found that design-driven companies grew revenue ~32% faster and delivered 56% higher shareholderreturns than peers.
- About 84% of companies that invest in better design and CX see higher revenue.
- Adobe’s Design ROI Study found that design-centric S&P 500 companies outperformed the index by 228% over 10 years.
These trends are seen across tech, healthcare, finance, and more, proving how high-quality B2B design differentiates offerings and drives business value.
What services do these agencies typically provide?
Top design agencies offer end-to-end creative solutions, including:
- User research & strategy: Leading firms spend heavily on discovery. 85% of successful design projects start with a thorough research phase.
- UX/UI & prototyping: 60% of high-performing teams prototype early, often delivering interactive mockups by weeks 2-4 to reduce costly rework.
- Brand & visual design: Campaigns with a unified look see +55% consumer trust, while repeating key brand elements raise recognition by ~68%.
- Website & digital experience design: Information architecture, UX/UI, accessibility, performance optimization, and CMS implementation.
- Product design & innovation: End-to-end product design for web and mobile, including MVPs, feature ideation, usability testing, and scalable design systems.
- Marketing & creative design: Creative support for campaigns, ads, social content, and presentations. 73% say their companies invest in design to stand out.
- Motion, interaction & multimedia design: Motion graphics, micro-interactions, explainer videos, and interactive experiences. 3D design sees a 20% increase in usage.
- Conversion optimization: Landing pages, pricing pages, and funnels optimized through A/B testing and iterative design to increase leads, trials, and purchases.
- Design operations: Design systems, reusable components, and QA standards covering accessibility, Core Web Vitals, and analytics.
How much do US companies typically invest in design?
Most U.S. B2B companies allocate 5-15% of revenue to design, UX, and marketing combined. For example, a company earning $60,000 annually may invest $3,000-$9,000 in these areas.
The returns can be massive: one study found $1 invested in UX returned ~$100 (a 9,900% ROI).
Which industries most commonly use design services in the US?
Design firms serve all sectors, but demand is especially high in tech-driven and trust-sensitive fields:
- SaaS & technology: Simplify complex platforms, improve onboarding, and drive adoption. For instance, small usability changes have driven up to a 25% increase in sales for one gaming company.
- Healthcare & life sciences: Design agencies focus on patient experience, clinician workflows, and accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG).
- Financial services: Improve digital experiences and support compliance across banking, fintech, and insurance platforms.
- E-commerce & retail: Produce conversion-focused design for websites, mobile experiences, and digital storefronts. 65% of businesses say design should be consistent across digital and physical touchpoints.
- Manufacturing, logistics & B2B: Modernize legacy websites, product catalogs, and buyer portals.
What are the average project timelines?
Project duration depends on scope, but data suggest heavy upfront work and iteration cycles:
| Project phase | Typical timeline | What happens |
| Ideation & discovery | 1-2 weeks | Research, workshops, and concept development. 73% of design teams spend 4+ hours on ideation; many dedicate 1+ full day per project |
| Prototyping & iteration | 4-8 weeks | Wireframes through high-fidelity designs and testing. Top agencies run 2–4 prototype cycles; 3+ rounds reduce failure risk by ~50%. |
| Feedback & validation | 2-4 weeks (overlapping) | Client reviews, user testing, and refinements; one product redesign increased market share by 40%. |
| End-to-end delivery | 3-6 months total | Full execution from discovery to launch for a typical B2B website redesign. |
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