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Design In DC
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Strategy-led design, development and marketing shape how Design In DC serves government, healthcare, finance, education and hospitality clients. Branding, web design, app development, photography and video place it among graphic design firms in Los Angeles that cover the full sales funnel...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Video Production
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
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Design In DC Reviews & Testimonials
Web Design Review from Mackenzie Shriner
I contracted design in DC to build me a custom website. they were accommodating of my budget, very responsive, and gave good insight on layout, content and design. the process was very straightforward and the final product is great!
Web Design Review from Jo Maney
DDC has been an excellent partner since we engaged with them in 2023. The DDC team worked with us to completely redesign our website and work to provide ongoing digital marketing services. The DDC team has been responsive, proactive, and thorough with their work. They are also very transparent about how they operate and how much time special projects will require. We have referred DDC to several clients and partners thanks to their outstanding process and product. DDC is a very professional, creative, and well-organized team.
Web Design Review from Sapna Doshi, Ph.D.
My experience working with Design in DC was incredible. Everyone was friendly, approachable, and seemed to genuinely care about helping create the best possible website for my business. They were also invested in making sure the process was one in which I enjoyed and felt taken care of. The regular meetings made me feel like I was a priority and that progress was continually being made. I so appreciated the attention to detail in regards to the user experience. The collaboration in understanding my wishes and desires for the website and user experience was met with patience and paying attention to detail on my behalf. Not only were they taking my suggestions but offering their own to help me maximize the potential of my website. The design and functionality is more than what I could have imagined. I know, undoubtedly, that the work that Design in DC did for me will help my business grow. After wasting money in years past on website designers, I was worried I'd be doing hte same here. I was wrong. I don't think I'll ever need to search for another website designer group again. I would recommend this group to anyone I know. Thank you, Design in DC! It was an absolute pleasure working with all of you!
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsBuzzFlick runs a graphic design studio Los Angeles brands hire for animated explainer videos, 2D and 3D animation, motion graphics and whiteboard work. One in-house team handles concept, scripting, storyboarding, character illustration, sound design, editing and the final voiceover work...
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- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 48 Projects Listed
Website design, graphics design, mobile app development, PPC and SEO all run through Digital Folks, a full-service team that competes with graphic design companies in Los Angeles. More than 1,200 projects have been delivered for clients across global markets since the studio first opened...
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- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Graphic designers in Los Angeles at Ripe Media handle branding, print, web design and e-learning for nonprofits, foundations and membership groups. The small full-service team also builds mobile apps and runs communications, content and digital marketing programs throughout the full year...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Branding
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Prosperiam sits with graphic design firms in Los Angeles that lead with strategy, working on brand platforms, campaigns, content and digital customer experiences. It draws on 25 years of senior practice and assembles specialist creative and technology partners for each project it takes on...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A graphic design agency in Los Angeles since 2020, Pill Creative Studio covers brand strategy, logo design, visual identity, UX and UI design, plus custom web development. Its six-person in-house team also produces signage, print materials, direct mail and promotional assets for clients...
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- Branding
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Logo Design
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Graphic designers in Los Angeles at Webgamma build visual identity systems covering graphics, typography and brand messaging, plus UI and UX work for websites and digital products. The team also adds UX research, development, AI integration and design support long after any new site launch...
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- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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- 4 Projects Listed
Signature Creative has spent 22 years on positioning, naming, brand architecture and creative direction for hospitality, wellness and technology brands. Its combined advisory and studio model, run on retainer or in short design sprints, sets it beside graphic design companies in Los Angeles...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Michael PACE digital builds responsive websites, brand identity, motion graphics and video production, adding SEO and SEM work to every single project it takes on. Sony, Splunk, Disney, Fox, MGM, HBO and Warner Bros have all hired this boutique studio and its graphic designer in Los Angeles...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Founded in 1967, Brand Orbit works as a graphic design company in Los Angeles for B2B and consumer clients, producing corporate image work, collateral, direct mail, advertising and tradeshow booths. Its 50 years of practice also cover PR, SEO and lead generation programs for them as well...
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- Digital Marketing
- Public Relations
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Meatloaf Studios is a small creative agency specializing in video production. We believe great stories come from true collaboration. We listen closely, adapt quickly, and treat every project as a partnership, not a transaction. From concept to final cut, we bring craft and care to every frame, and we and we...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
A graphic design firm in Los Angeles built around startups, Gyst covers brand identity systems, products and packaging, exhibitions, events, websites, and brand activations. Marketing strategy and business consulting also sit alongside the studio's creative output for every one of its clients...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Square Lightning works only with nonprofits, covering branding, style guides, print collateral, annual reports, video and websites for foundations, schools, universities and advocacy groups. Campaign work and content planning services also round out this graphic design agency in Los Angeles...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Ozan Karakoc Design Studio sits with graphic design agencies in Los Angeles that start from strategy, moving through logo design, packaging, print advertising, mobile apps and video work. The creative house builds distinctive positioning for brands working across a wide range of sectors...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Product Design
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
JZ Creates handles advertising, social content, video editing, motion graphics, 3D animation and website design under one roof, moving clients through discovery, design, build and scale. AI creative content and automation services place its studio among graphic design firms in Los Angeles...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
The core of our work is design and storytelling. Loica creates original content for commercials and feature films, broadcast, digital platforms and print. Our team of directors, designers, animators, editors, illustrators, writers and producers works together in our studio in Santiago, Chile. That range lets...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
White Rabbit emerges as a prominent creative design agency based in LA, renowned for its team comprising highly skilled individuals dispersed globally. Leveraging diverse international perspectives and extensive creative backgrounds, our agency gains a distinct edge, allowing us to curate stunning designs...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
I combine the audacity of a big agency with the personal touch of a small business. The mission is to infuse ideas with bold creativity and turn them into a captivating vision that resonates with your audience...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Ad Victorem is a Los Angeles-based creative agency that combines award-winning creativity with business strategy to help challenger brands disrupt the status quo...
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Neise Design builds brand identities, custom websites and marketing materials for small businesses and independent founders, blending modern layouts with vintage charm and fine detail. More than a decade of design practice sits behind its work among graphic designers in Los Angeles today...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Artisan Talent is a premier creative staffing agency that has been redefining talent solutions since its inception. Committed to excellence, we offer a comprehensive suite of services tailored to the unique needs of the creative, digital, and marketing industries...
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- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Creative Services
- Web Design
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Horizon Studios is a brand film and video production studio in San Francisco and Los Angeles, built for AI, SaaS, and deeptech companies. We turn complex products into clear stories through motion graphics, hybrid launch videos, and live-action film. Our work has driven millions of views with zero ad spend...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Marketing
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
KPI Creatives provides B2B content marketing services that build scalable inbound lead generation systems through trust, clarity, and expertise...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Authors Crew is a specialized agency helping writers, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders transform ideas into professionally written, published, and market-ready books. From ghostwriting and editing to design, publishing, and digital marketing, we deliver end-to-end solutions focused on building strong author...
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- Graphic Design
- Content Marketing
- Print Design
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
Marzo Creative is a Los Angeles Brand & Design Firm serving hospitality, CPG brands, startups, entertainment, professional businesses, and health and wellness brands. Branding, strategy, and creative direction, all in one place...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At the core, DKNG is a comprehensive graphic design and illustration atelier, predominantly catering to the realm of entertainment...
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- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Yegane Yegane Studio is an independent creative studio known for its clean visual aesthetics and strategic design approach. The agency combines branding, art direction, web design, and storytelling to help brands establish a refined and memorable digital presence. Their portfolio reflects a modern...
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- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Funkhaus is an independent, leadership-led Los Angeles digital agency that brings strategy, content, design, and technology together to build distinctive brands and digital platforms...
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- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Content Marketing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Experience design studio with all development-adept designers – designing with coding restrictions in mind for an accurate final product...
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- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
SLAPS is a creative branding and design agency that exists to challenge the status quo of modern advertising. Our mission is to create brands that inspire by collaborating closely with our partners and helping them reflect on why and for who they were truly created...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Inspyred is a cultural venture studio that works with fashion brands and musicians...
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- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
The biggest companies in the world choose our team and now you can too. Experience world class service and results you can count on. Our modular pricing makes sure you only pay for the services you need. No matter if you need strategy, design, content creation or to buy media, we can even work white label. We...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Julian Rucker is a senior brand systems designer who is designing scalable visual systems for culture, wellness, and media brands...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Media Arts Lab (MAL) is a bespoke global creative agency created exclusively to serve Apple, operating as Apple's dedicated advertising and marketing partner worldwide. The agency maintains eight hubs across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, delivering integrated services that include advertising...
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- Creative Services
- Advertising
- Video Production
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Business Casual
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Business Casual is a creative studio focused on branding, identity, illustration, fashion, merchandising, and product & packaging designand wed be excited to collaborate with you!...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Product Design
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
PX Media is a full-service digital marketing and creative agency based in Pasadena, California. With 24 years of experience, the agency delivers tailored solutions across web design, SEO, PPC, branding, content marketing, and managed hosting. Known for its emphasis on transparency and results, PX Media...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Tastebuds employs a four-pronged approach to web and brand strategy. Design, content, SEO, and social media are the interconnected realms that are addressed, however, collaborations with clients may focus on any one of them, in coordination with what a client already has in place...
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- SEO
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We create new and optimize existing websites with SEO, content marketing, and conversion optimization...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
CateNET Solutions is a Los Angeles based digital agency delivering high-performance web, mobile, and cloud solutions for modern businesses. We specialize in building secure, scalable systems with sleek UI and flawless UX. From custom development to branding and SEO, we turn your ideas into reliable...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We match you with high-achieving student marketers that work smarter, hustle harder, and cost a fraction of "the pros."...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $18/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We build brands that own culture, not chase it. Founder-led brand studio for sports and entertainment, with lifestyle clients including Nike, Disney, Roku, Live Nation, Red Bull, and Netflix...
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- Branding
- Advertising
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $275/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Amberd Design Studio is the perfect choice for all your digital marketing and design needs. We have received awards from Los Angeles's Department of Cultural Affairs and recognition from the Chamber of Commerce as one of LA's best website development companies. Amberd guarantees success every time...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
GLG Studio is a Black-owned creative strategy and communications studio based in Los Angeles and Oakland. We help mission-driven organizations and public-sector partners translate complex work into clear, culturally fluent campaigns that build trust and drive action. We blend stakeholder-informed strategy...
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- Branding
- Advertising
- Market Research
- Public Relations
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Covinten Media is a dynamic agency specializing in both technology development and marketing services. We create advanced digital products for businesses and implement marketing strategies to boost brands visibility and growth. Our dual expertise ensures comprehensive support for your business's success in a...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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Everything You Need to Know Before Hiring a Los Angeles Graphic Designer
What can a Los Angeles graphic designer do for your business?
Hiring a graphic designer in Los Angeles offers local businesses a distinct advantage:
1. Market-specific brand positioning
Los Angeles is home to over 150,000 creative professionals, so the standard for visuals is significantly higher than in other regions. Local designers help you compete by designing for LA’s diverse demographics (e.g., bilingual layouts or neighborhood-specific aesthetics like Silver Lake’s minimalism vs. Beverly Hills’ luxury) or accessing "first-mover" design trends in fashion and tech before they go national.
2. High-impact ROI and revenue growth
Professional design is a direct revenue driver. According to global and local industry data:
- Design-led companies see 32% more revenue growth over a five-year period compared to their peers.
- Maintaining a consistent visual identity across all platforms can increase revenue by up to 23%.
- Using a signature brand color can increase brand recognition by 80%, a critical factor in the saturated LA marketplace.
3. High-performance retail & packaging
For LA-based consumer brands (CPG), the moment of truth happens at the physical shelf or during the unboxing of a local delivery.
- High-quality packaging design can increase sales by 30% by attracting more initial interest.
- 52% of consumers will return to a business if they receive products in "premium" packaging, making it a critical retention tool for LA's boutique e-commerce sector.
- 74% of consumers are willing to pay more for products with sustainable, well-designed packaging, a significant trend in the eco-conscious Southern California market.
4. Consumer trust and conversion
In a fast-paced market like Los Angeles, you have a fraction of a second to win a customer:
- It takes only 0.05 seconds for a user to form an opinion about your brand’s visual quality.
- 73% of consumers are more likely to buy from a brand they recognize and trust visually.
- Social media content with strong visual design receives 650% more engagement than text-only content, which is vital for LA's heavy Instagram and TikTok-driven commerce.
5. Economic impact of the LA creative scene
Los Angeles has a large and active creative economy that helps local businesses grow:
- LA leads creative economy job gains in California, where creative workers earn an average salary of $191,000, reflecting the high value placed on their output.
- Los Angeles County accounts for roughly one in every 10 jobs in California's creative sectors, ensuring that local businesses have access to world-class talent locally.
How much does a graphic designer in Los Angeles charge for their services?
A graphic design agency in Los Angeles typically charges between $100 and $150 per hour, depending on experience, scope, and how the work is billed
Los Angeles graphic design agencies commonly charge toward the higher end of these ranges due to higher operating and living costs.
Project-based graphic design pricing:
| Service Type | Typical Price Range |
| Logo design | $1,000 - $2,500 |
| Website design | $5,000 - $200,000 |
| Marketing collateral | $500 - $2,500+ |
| Packaging design | $300 - $50,000 |
| Full range branding | $16,000 - $63,000 |
Final pricing depends on the scope, timeline, number of deliverables, and revision limits.
Graphic design retainer pricing:
| Experience Level | Montly Retainer |
| Entry-level | $500 - $1,000 |
| Mid-level | $1,000 - $3,000 |
| Experienced/agency | $3,000 - $5,000+ |
These retainers are common for ongoing design needs, such as marketing assets, brand updates, and digital content.
These figures reflect typical ranges seen in the U.S. market; individual Los Angeles graphic designers and agencies may charge above these amounts due to the local cost of living and demand.
How to find the best graphic design companies in Los Angeles?
Choosing a graphic designer or agency in Los Angeles takes a clear, practical approach because the market is crowded and production expectations are high.
Follow these steps to make the right decision:
- Define project scope
Document specific graphic design deliverables (e.g., brand guidelines, print-ready posters, vector logos) and technical requirements like CMYK color profiles or specific physical dimensions. - Set a preliminary budget
Research local LA rates to establish a realistic range, typically $100–$250 per hour, depending on whether you hire a freelance specialist or an established agency. - Shortlist candidates
Use professional networks, local referrals, or AIGA Los Angeles directories to find designers with portfolios that match your aesthetic and industry. - Draft and send the RFP
Distribute a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) that outlines the project background, specific deliverables, technical specs, and a clear deadline for submission. - Evaluate proposals
Score responses based on their understanding of the brief, relevant experience with similar LA-based projects, and the transparency of their production process. - Review portfolios and case studies
Verify technical proficiency by looking for implemented, real-world work rather than just conceptual mockups. - Conduct interviews
Meet with the finalists to assess communication style, verify who will be doing the actual design work, and confirm their familiarity with local production vendors. - Check local references
Contact previous clients in the Southern California area to ask about the designer's reliability, adherence to deadlines, and professionalism during the revision process. - Negotiate final terms
Discuss and finalize the total flat fee, the specific number of included revision rounds, and the ownership of master source files. - Sign the graphic design contract
Execute a formal agreement that includes a detailed Scope of Work, payment milestones (typically a 50% deposit), a clear copyright and IP transfer clause, and a kill fee for project termination.
What red flags to watch out for when hiring a graphic designer in Los Angeles?
These red flags are a sign that you should keep looking:
- No physical portfolio or production samples
In a city known for high-end print and entertainment media, a designer who cannot show real-world applications of their work, like out-of-home (OOH) ads or physical branding, may lack the technical production experience required for the LA market. - Lack of knowledge regarding local print specifications
If they aren't familiar with the specific file requirements for major Southern California print houses or wrap installers, you risk expensive manufacturing errors. - Unclear intellectual property terms
Beware of designers who do not explicitly state that you own the final designs, as some may try to charge "release fees" for the source files later. - Refusal to conduct a press check
A red flag in the LA market is a designer who is unwilling to visit a local printer in person to verify colors and quality for a large-scale project. - Pricing significantly below local averages
While a low bid is tempting, extremely cheap rates often indicate a lack of professional insurance or the use of unlicensed fonts and stock images, which can lead to legal issues for your business. - Vague revision policies
If the contract doesn't define what constitutes a round of revisions, you are likely to face scope creep charges as soon as the project begins. - Generic template styles
LA thrives on distinct visual identities; a designer whose portfolio looks like a collection of stock templates won't help you stand out in the competitive local fashion or tech scenes. - No references from local clients
A designer with zero ties to the Los Angeles business community may not understand the specific demographic nuances or trend-forward expectations of the local market.
What questions should you ask before hiring a graphic designer in Los Angeles?
Before you hire a graphic designer in LA, make sure they answer the following questions:
Relevant Background
- Can you share examples of your graphic design work for other Los Angeles-based businesses in our specific industry?
- Which members of your team will be handling the daily production of our assets, and what is their specific expertise in print or layout?
- Have you previously worked with local LA vendors, such as large-format printers or vehicle wrap installers, on behalf of clients?
- What is your agency’s history with high-end brand identity projects that required both digital and physical static deliverables?
Services and Processes
- How do you specifically handle the transition from digital design to print-ready production files like CMYK or spot colors?
- What is your internal quality control process for catching typographic or layout errors before a file is sent for final approval?
- How are your flat fees structured regarding the handover of original vector source files and intellectual property rights?
- Can you describe your standard project management workflow for maintaining consistency across a large volume of different marketing materials?
Related to Your Project
- What is the specific lead time you require to coordinate with a printer for a physical press check in the Los Angeles area?
- How many distinct design concepts will you present initially before we move into the formal revision rounds?
- What is your mechanism for handling urgent design requests that fall outside of the originally agreed-upon project timeline?
- How do you ensure that the visual hierarchy of these specific designs will effectively target our local Los Angeles demographic?
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Frequently Asked Questions About Los Angeles Graphic Design Companies
How is graphic design in Los Angeles different from other cities?
While the core services remain the same as everywhere, the Los Angeles market has a few specific graphic design needs driven by its unique industries: Entertainment, Fashion, and Logistics.
- Entertainment marketing (Key Art)
Because of Hollywood, there is a high demand for Key Art, the specific discipline of designing movie posters, streaming thumbnails, and "for your consideration" (FYC) trade ads for awards season.
Asset focus: High-end photo compositing, billing blocks, and title treatments. - Physical placemaking & environmental graphics
LA is a city of "destinations" (malls, theme parks, studio lots). Pure designers here often specialize in Environmental Graphic Design (EGD).
Asset focus: Architectural signage, large-scale wall murals, wayfinding systems, and vinyl window wraps for storefronts. - Fashion & apparel tech packs
Given the LA Fashion District, many designers focus exclusively on apparel production.
Asset focus: Tech packs (technical drawings for factories), textile pattern repeats, and "hang tag" or neck label branding. - Logistics & fleet branding
As a major shipping hub (the Port of LA), there is a constant need for Fleet Graphics.
Asset focus: Designing scale-accurate vehicle wraps for trucks, vans, and delivery containers. - Multi-language design
LA’s diversity creates a niche for bilingual and multilingual layouts.
Asset focus: Adapting designs for Spanish, Korean, or Chinese audiences while maintaining the same visual brand hierarchy across different character sets.
What are the hidden costs associated with graphic design in LA?
In Los Angeles, hidden costs are typically driven by the high overhead of the city and the specialized nature of the entertainment and fashion industries.
The most common hidden costs beyond the initial quote include:
- High-resolution image & font licensing
LA graphic design agencies often use premium typography or high-end stock photography to compete with the city’s visual standards. While a designer creates the layout, you may be billed separately for the “Right to Use” specific fonts (especially for web or commercial use) or individual stock photo licenses. - File handoff & release fees
It is common in LA for a designer to quote for the final output (e.g., a PDF), but not the source files (e.g., Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop files). If you want the open files to make your own edits later, many designers charge a “Release Fee” or “Source File Buyout,” which can be 50% to 100% of the project cost. - Printing markups and proofing
If a designer manages the printing process with an LA-based shop, they often add a management fee. Beyond the print bill, you may see costs for press checks (where the designer physically goes to the printer to approve colors) and hard proofs (physical samples mailed to you before the full run). - Rush fees & after-hours rates
The LA market moves extremely fast, particularly in entertainment. The standard turnaround is usually 1–2 weeks. If you need a project overnight or over a weekend, expect a rush fee of 25% to 50% on top of the base rate. - Specialized production specifications
LA has strict environmental and signage codes. If you are designing storefront graphics or fleet wraps, you may encounter hidden costs for technical site surveys (measuring the physical space) or pre-press fees to ensure the file meets the exact technical specifications of a specific manufacturer or city permit. - Sales tax
Unlike some states, California requires sales tax on the sale of tangible personal property. If your designer provides a physical product (like printed business cards or a USB drive), they are often legally required to charge sales tax on the entire project, including the design time.
How many rounds of revisions are included in the flat fee?
In the Los Angeles market, the standard for a flat-fee graphic design project typically includes 2 to 3 rounds of revisions.
Most graphic designers in Los Angeles distinguish between revisions (tweaks to the chosen concept) and re-designs (starting over with a new concept). Redesigns are almost never included in a flat fee.
Once you pass the 2 or 3 included rounds, the billing typically shifts in one of two ways:
- The designer will bill their standard hourly rate for any additional work.
- A flat fee per additional round is added to the final invoice.
Because the LA market is highly competitive, many contracts include a kill fee. If you aren't satisfied after the included 3 rounds and decide to cancel the project, you are still responsible for paying a percentage of the flat fee (usually 50%) for the time already spent.
What is the typical timeline for graphic design projects in Los Angeles?
In the Los Angeles market, graphic design timelines are built around high industry standards and strict approval layers. While a single asset might take a few days, a professional end-to-end project usually spans 2 to 4 weeks.
Common project estimates:
- Logo & visual identity: 2–4 weeks (High-end branding can take 4–6 months for a full strategy).
- Print marketing (brochures/flyers): 5–12 business days (including prep for local LA print shops).
- Digital assets (social/banners): 1–6 business days.
- Presentation decks (10–15 slides): 4–10 business days, depending on custom illustration needs.
Why hire a graphic design agency in Los Angeles instead of an in-house designer?
In Los Angeles, graphic design agencies offer broader skill sets and flexible capacity at lower long-term costs than local employment. You get a full team and faster execution while avoiding salaries, benefits, and overhead.
| Feature | LA Graphic Design Agency | In-house Designer |
| Cost Model | Project-based, no benefits or payroll taxes | Salary plus high California benefits and taxes |
| Skill Coverage | Team of specialists across design disciplines | One person with a limited skill range |
| Scalability | Scales up or down on demand | Fixed capacity |
| Speed | Handles large or urgent workloads | Prone to delays and bottlenecks |
| Overhead | The agency covers tools and software | The company pays for equipment and licenses |
| Perspective | Fresh external viewpoint | Deep brand knowledge, higher tunnel vision risk |
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