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Imagine if your local community could feel the passion that you have for your work and their success - your brand would grow an unstoppable reputation in your community. Our job is to express your brand and passion through a website and your digital presence...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Baxter, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $57/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Welcome to the New Era of Digital Excellence. Embrace the Fusion of Creativity and Technology...
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- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- 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
Lilo stands as a distinguished web design agency situated in the dynamic city of London. Accumulating over two decades of industry expertise, Lilo has solidified its position as a reliable ally for businesses in search of inventive and influential digital solutions. The collaborative efforts of their team...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Based in the heart of Leicestershire (near Loughborough), dotwall is a multi-disciplinary web design, branding and marketing agency for businesses that want grow to the next level.dotwall Web Design was founded by Ben Wall. Ben's focus is not only on creating a design that looks incredible but designs...
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- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Leicester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Shopify Expert certified agency since 2018, committed to providing quality bespoke Shopify online stores. Weve built 400+ eCommerce stores over the last 4 years and have over 10,000 hours in-house Shopify development and design UX/UI experience.We work on quick, fixed-fee deployments and 100% bespoke...
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- eCommerce Development
- Design Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Marles-en-Brie, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $119/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Heights Digital is a design partner for climate-tech startups sand impact-driven businesses. We help founders scale faster through lean, high-converting UX/UI and brand design, without wasting precious runway. From MVPs to pitch decks and scalable platforms, we deliver fast, reliable design support that turns...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
DisruptUX is a senior-led UX/UI strategy and design studio for teams that need clarity before they build. We help Saas companies, public-sector organizations, and internal product teams understand the problem before committing to a solution-through research, audits, modernization, and end to end discovery...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Nampa, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Studio Incline is a Utah-based creative and marketing studio that partners with B2B and B2C brands seeking to launch, scale, or transform their businesses. The studio combines brand strategy, design, messaging, web development, and full-stack marketing execution to help organizations improve their market...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
- Branding
- Print Design
- Affiliate Marketing
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- Location
- Park City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Web Design and Digital Strategy...
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- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Custom AI Systems, Smart Agents & Web Platforms.Custom AI Workflow Automation and High-Performance SEO Infrastructure for growing businesses. Cut 20+ hours of manual work per week...
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- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Gdansk, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
For more than 15 years, Sandlapper Creative has built fast, search-friendly custom websites for businesses in the Greenville, SC area and nationwide...
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- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Development
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- Location
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed

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Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Captivate, Engage & Convert with BetterOffServiceEvery visual element about your brand tells a compelling story that resonates with the needs of your target audience, and ignites a desire to connect, at BetterOffService, we make it a reality for all brands...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We optimize tasks, automate processes, and boost your company's productivity with custom AI Agents powered by Open AI generative AI generative technology and integrated with Make. We help your business stand out online and attract customers through effective strategies built on creativity, design, content...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Pixelean is a UI/UX design agency that creates websites, SaaS products, dashboards, and mobile apps. Since 2022, we help businesses shape simple, clear, and easy-to-use digital products through thoughtful design and smooth collaboration...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Zanacco Digital are a London based Web Design Agency | We design and build fast, SEO ready websites for small businesses accross the UK. No large upfront costs, just a simple monthly subscription...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Harefield, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
LUMINIA builds custom websites and premium graphic design for SMEs and independents. Performance, native SEO, human-centered support...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Located in Barcelona, we are a branding agency that specializes in helping professionals and companies share their knowledge through strategic branding and book writing. Our experienced team is dedicated to crafting distinctive brands and tailored solutions for growth in the publishing world...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Annex Graphics is a full-service creative agency helping businesses build stronger brands through strategic graphic design, web design, digital marketing, SEO, printing, and promotional products. Since 1991, we've delivered creative solutions that drive results and lasting impressions...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Hamilton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We build brands, products and services, from the smallest startups to enterprise transformation and government departments. We partner with transparency, velocity & collaboration at every step of the way to define digital products, elevate brands, and fuel growth...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Surry Hills, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Creative Tugs is a web design and software development agency specializing in custom websites, web applications, mobile apps, and API integrations. With a sales office in Manchester, Connecticut, and a technical back office in Karachi, Pakistan, the agency combines US-based client support with an...
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- Software Development
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Manchester, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
As a Wix Partner in Australia we create professional award winning websites with Wix or Editor X platforms. We also develop verbal and visual strategy for your brand and implement it from scratch...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Studio~humm is a design agency that provides an integrated approach to design and development services, all under one roof. Our expertise encompasses creating compelling visual designs, crafting clear and engaging content, and delivering bespoke website solutions. In addition to our professional capabilities...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At KW Web Design, we specialize in transforming concepts into stunning websites, guiding clients from the initial idea to the final click. Let our team craft your digital future, tailored precisely to your vision and needs, and discover the transformative power of exceptional design for building your brand...
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- Web Design
- Design Services
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Twickenham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Brands. Outspoken or understated. Shiny or sensitive. Studious or courageous. In your face or behind the scenes. Complex or situational. Timeless or timely. Stretchy or pointed. Sweet or serious. We love them...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
BRND® Consulting is a strategic branding agency dedicated to building and transforming brands for innovative companies. Our approach focuses on empowering businesses, enabling them to differentiate themselves and reach their desired success...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Maracaibo, Venezuela
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Fuel is a professional graphic design and web development agency providing creative services throughout Ireland and the UK...
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- Web Design
- Design Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SJD World Ltd is a creative studio located in Hamilton, Bermuda, recognized with multiple awards. We offer expertise in graphic design, website development, AI chatbot integration, and comprehensive brand support services...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Hamilton, Bermuda
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A globally recognised strategic design and innovation agency; Tiller Design works with companies, research agencies and sophisticated start ups developing and commercialising deep tech. We work across multiple industries and product categories with extensive experience in medical device development and cloud...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
A full service digital marketing agency that works with all size businesses in all sectors. We specialise in Pay As You Go SEO and give all clients a performance platform so that they can see the positive change in behaviour of their website as we work with them...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Design Services
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Sanna Mac design agency...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Package Design
- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
More than just a business and a group of experts, StraightFire is something far bigger. When we decided to whip up a team, we sought out individuals with like-minded perspectives: those who know how to get the job done.We're still putting on a good show and following our hearts to make Straight Fire a...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Design Services
- eCommerce
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
To inspire, provoke, and provide the most unique cutting-edge designs that are crafted to turn heads, satisfy the aesthetic realms, and drive profitability...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a design resource designer who provides all the clients with the necessary assets so that they can focus on their work a little more...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Location
- Seoul, South Korea
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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
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...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Design Services
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Asteron provides creative high-conversion marketing assets such as videos, 3D renders and exhibition booths...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Design Services
- Event Marketing
- Location
- Auderghem, Belgium
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Civitta is an international design and consulting agency, reshaping consulting norms by blending digital and advisory services. With a commitment to ethical business practices, Civitta fosters a culture of integrity, diversity, and sustainability. Civitta provides diverse services, from digital strategy and...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Tartu, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Symetria UX is a forward-thinking agency specializing in UX design. With a focus on discovery, innovation, and training, Symetria UX ensures seamless integration of business objectives and user-centric design principles. The agency's global network and expertise enable it to deliver impactful digital and...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Design Services
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Poznan, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Branding
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digicreative isn't your average design agency. It believes in the power of design to make a real difference. The team crafts ideas that resonate with your customers, spark reactions, and challenge the status quo...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Branding
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
Donux specializes in product design for software-as-a-service (SaaS) companies, offering comprehensive services like user experience audits, design system setups, and product analytics. The agency provides a team of experienced designers dedicated to creating stunning user interfaces and improving user...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Design Services
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Milan, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Skysoclear is a design agency that blends experience design, product strategy, and innovation to transform businesses into customer-centric brands. Crafting seamless user experiences and cutting-edge digital products, the agency helps companies exceed expectations and achieve next-level growth. Skysoclear...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Design Services
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Southampton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Always Bring a Towel combines functionality and creativity to deliver standout design solutions. The agency approaches each project with the mindset that every business is an interstellar journey. Its team specializes in branding strategy, identity design, and print services to help clients navigate and excel...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Location
- Plovdiv, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
In Sync delivers concept-driven design solutions that elevate user experiences across web and mobile platforms. Its collaborative team ensures seamless integration with the client's vision, creating interfaces that captivate and engage. The agency focuses on functionality and aesthetic precision to meet...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Design Services
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Odesa, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We Make Waves transforms ideas into successful web and mobile applications by solving real problems with innovative solutions. Its approach focuses on lean strategy, user-centered design, and high-quality development practices. By emphasizing continuous improvement and budget efficiency, We Make Waves...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Design Services
- Web Development
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Shortcut Asia is a dynamic web and mobile development agency based in Malaysia. The agency offers custom software solutions tailored to clients' unique needs. With over a decade of experience and a team of skilled developers, the agency delivers high-impact apps across diverse industries, transforming digital...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
AVY is a design and branding agency based in Warwickshire, UK, specializing in delivering innovative solutions that align with clients business goals. With 17 years of global experience, AVY integrates seamlessly with marketing teams and creative agencies, providing fresh strategic perspectives that drive...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Nuneaton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Mkt Moon is a digital marketing agency dedicated to helping businesses grow online through proactive strategies and innovative solutions. From custom digital strategies and branding to web development and content marketing, Mkt Moon ensures that every project aligns with its clients' unique goals. The...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Location
- Porto, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Frequently Asked Questions About Design Agencies
What services do design companies offer?
They offer a mix of branding, digital product design, and creative services to help businesses build recognizable brands and user-friendly digital experiences, often combining graphic design, digital marketing support, and content creation.
Core services include:
- Branding and brand identity: Creating logos, visual identity systems, brand guidelines, typography, and messaging frameworks. These services are widely used because a consistent brand presentation can increase revenue by up to 23%, according to marketing research cited in design industry reports.
- Web design and web development: Building responsive website design, landing pages, eCommerce design, and front-end implementation, often supporting broader digital marketing and content marketing strategies.
- UX (user experience) and UI (user interface) design: Usually accounts for 60-70% of agency offerings, according to many design agencies' insights. UX/UI design focuses on usability, research, and interface design for digital products such as websites, SaaS platforms, and mobile apps. Agencies handle user research, wireframes, prototypes, usability testing, and final UI designs, often applying innovative design approaches to improve usability and engagement.
- Product and app design: Creating digital products such as mobile apps, SaaS platforms, and dashboards that combine UX research, interaction design, and prototyping before development.
- Graphic design and marketing design: Producing marketing and communication assets, such as social media visuals, advertising creatives, packaging design, presentations, and editorial design, to support brand campaigns.
- Design strategy and research: Providing strategic services such as design thinking workshops, product discovery, customer journey mapping, and innovation consulting to align design decisions with business goals. Some agencies apply concentric design principles, focusing on aligning user needs, brand identity, and product functionality around a unified experience.
How much do design services cost?
Design agency pricing varies by scope, seniority, and market, but most agencies sell work in three common ways: fixed project fees, hourly/day rates, or monthly retainers.
Most design companies charge $75-$250 per hour, while full projects typically range from $5,000 for small branding work to $100,000+ for complex digital product or website design projects.
In the United States and other high-cost markets, design agencies typically charge:
- $100-$250/hr. for UX/UI and product design specialists.
- $75-$200/hr. for general graphic design or digital design agency services.
Regional averages for UX/UI design in North America often range from $50 to $200/hr, depending on expertise and specialization.
Branding and brand identity
- Basic brand identity packages: $5,000-$25,000 for logo design, typography systems, color palettes, and brand guidelines.
- More comprehensive brand design projects can range from $ 5,000 to $30,000+, depending on the strategy work and deliverables.
Website design
- Smaller website design projects: $3,000-$20,000+, depending on the number of pages and customization.
- Full website redesign projects typically cost $10,000-$200,000+, especially for large or enterprise websites.
UX/UI design projects generally start around $10,000 and can exceed $100,000 for complex products or SaaS platforms.
How long does a typical design project take?
The timeline of a design project depends on the type of service, project complexity, and the speed of feedback. Still, most professional design firm projects take between 6 weeks and 6 months from kickoff to final delivery.
- Branding projects: 4-12 weeks, including research, strategy, and visual identity; larger rebranding solutions can extend to 3-6 months or more, depending on stakeholder involvement and deliverables.
- Website design: 8-20 weeks to design and launch a website
- UX/UI and product design: 2-6 months
Complex digital products, enterprise websites, or large-scale rebrands can extend timelines to 6 months or longer.
What’s the difference between branding, UX design, and product design?
Branding, UX design, and product design are closely related but focus on different layers of how a business creates and delivers value to customers.
| Branding | UX design | Product design | |
| Focus | Creating a recognizable identity and emotional connection with customers. It includes logos, colors, typography, messaging, tone of voice, and brand guidelines | Making digital products easy, efficient, and enjoyable to use. UX designers optimize user experience through research, testing, and design iterations. | Designing the entire product, from defining the problem to launching and improving the solution. |
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How can I evaluate the quality of a design agency's work?
The best design companies demonstrate measurable business impact, strong design processes, and proven results across multiple projects.
- Review the agency's portfolio and case studies to look for design projects that delivered measurable outcomes such as 25% higher conversion rates or 35% growth in daily active users after UX improvements.
- Evaluate usability and user experience metrics, such as task completion rates that improve from 50% to 90%, time needed to complete key actions, customer satisfaction scores, and reduction in support tickets or errors.
- Assess the agency's design process and research approach, check whether it includes stages like discovery and research, user interviews and insights, wireframes and prototypes, usability testing, and iteration and optimization.
- Evaluate companies based on how well their work contributes to revenue growth, customer retention, or operational efficiency.


















































