An impressive portfolio does not guarantee the right fit. Our directory features vetted graphic design companies in California with proven expertise in driving strategic growth to businesses.
List of the Best Graphic Design Firms
20 Companies-Rankings updated: September 09, 2026
Every graphic design agency in California has been assessed based on their design expertise, portfolio, and client reviews. Some listings may be paid.
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A full service SEO and Web Design Agency
Since 2009, Epidemic Marketing has been helping businesses thrive in the digital world. As a full service SEO company and marketing agency, we specialize in crafting customized strategies to elevate your online presence.
From eye-catching website design to expert search engine optimization, AIO / GEO, and...
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SEO
CRO
Web Design
UI/UX Design
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Location
San Diego, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Epidemic Marketing Services
SEO
CRO
Web Design
UI/UX Design
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
Digital Strategy
Advertising
Logo Design
Graphic Design
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Team Dave Logan
Trees By Jake
The Sliding Door Co
Woodhouse Spas
Bulletproof Supply Store
Man K9
Simply Sewers
VR Beginners Guide
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Epidemic Marketing Reviews & Testimonials
Tim Cardona
Owner at Black Diamonds Mobile Detail LLC
5.0★
SEO Review from Tim Cardona
Noah and his team have been so amazing for my automotive detailing business. I didn’t understand SEO at all but I knew I needed it to grow my business. When I first talked to Noah he wasn’t pushy on selling me anything. Just simply broke everything down for me to understand and made it work for me. He has helped my business stay competitive and on target with SEO and my website! I can’t thank Epidemic Marketing enough it has been over 2 years now I have been with them and I’m glad!!
Brian Hong
Founder at Infintech Designs
5.0★
CRO Review from Brian Hong
Noah is a wealth of information and someone I have the pleasure of working with.
He provides extremely actionable insights with conversion rate optimization, as well as advanced SEO techniques that move the needle.
We have worked on several CRO campaigns that helped turn more visitors into customers which made our dollar work harder for us and Paid Media campaigns.
He’s a true pro and even better human.
Marty Marion
CEO at Master Positioning, LLC
5.0★
SEO Review from Marty Marion
I never leave reviews, but once in a while the work quality is so good I make exceptions.
This is one of those times. Noah provided very advanced SEO work for one of my largest clients, fron scratch, finding and fixing SEO technical issues and conversion optimization issues that made a major difference for my client in both organic traffic and conversions.
Traffic from search increased more than expected. Conversions to sales increased by about 20% plus an increase in AOV. Combining both an increase in traffic and an increase in conversions and an increase in AOV is nothing short of a home run.
I will be channeling more of my clients' SEO and CRO to Epidemic for sure. Great people to work with, awesome results. And I teach digital marketing professionally.
Marty Marion
CEO
Master Positioning, LLC
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A Team That'll Help Your Business succeed specially in these unpresented times, for over 24 years!
As a Full Service firm we’re here to handle Basic Directory Setup to Complete Design/ Digital Branding, Store Launch and Sales! Our Dedicated team is aware of Your business needs and we make ourselves available 7 days a week...
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Digital Marketing
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
Web Design
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Location
San Diego, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
EC Marketing For ALL Services
Digital Marketing
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
Web Design
Content Marketing
Branding
Social Media Marketing
Graphic Design
Digital Services
Reputation Management
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Southwest Day Spa
Maaco
Budget Blinds
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Alan Holmes
Master Connector at The Master Connectors
5.0★
Digital Marketing Review from Alan Holmes
EC Marketing for ALL has been an integral part of my growth and development over the past year.Christian has taught me the importance of not only gathering information and presenting my content and products and services in front of the correct audience but makes sure I had the correct tools to reach my goal.I would highly recommended hiring Christian when it comes to taking your online presence in the direction of scaling and reaching new heights
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QeRetail is a group of enthusiastic Software Developers, Web Designers, and Digital Marketers. We provide eCommerce website design and development in addition to eCommerce search engine optimization services. The experience of Ecommerce Design & Development of over 3000+ eStores has also helped us engage you...
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eCommerce Development
Package Design
Product Design
PPC
Email Marketing
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Location
Woodland, California
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Average Hourly Rate
$28/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
QeRetail Services
eCommerce Development
Package Design
Product Design
PPC
Email Marketing
SEO
Social Media Marketing
Web Design
Graphic Design
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HEATSO
Badminton Warehouse
BBQ Coach CA CORP
Bungee Supply Company
Enchanted Bikinis
Houseofinks
Paw Paws USA
American Table Tennis
Medical Equipment Resource, Inc.
Upright Golf
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QeRetail Reviews & Testimonials
Megan Murphy
Review from Google
5.0★
Megan Murphy's Review Sourced from Google
I couldn’t be happier with my experience working with QeRetail! From start to finish, their attention to detail was impeccable. They took the time to understand my vision and executed it flawlessly, creating a website that not only looks stunning but also functions seamlessly. Every element was thoughtfully designed, and their dedication to quality truly shines through.
The team was professional, communicative, and went above and beyond to ensure every aspect of the site was perfect. If you're looking for a team that genuinely cares about bringing your brand to life with precision and creativity, QeRetail is the way to go. Highly recommend!
Ryan Coleman
Review from Google
5.0★
Ryan Coleman's Review Sourced from Google
We’re really enjoying working with QeRetail on our Google Ads campaigns. Their team is always there to guide us and make sure we’re reaching the right people. They stay on top of things, making smart adjustments to keep our campaigns performing well. Highly recommended!
SANTA BARBARA CHOCOLATE
Review from Google
5.0★
SANTA BARBARA CHOCOLATE's Review Sourced from Google
QeRetail has been fantastic with technical SEO, ensuring our website is well-optimized and running smoothly. Their expertise and attention to detail have built my trust, and I appreciate their professionalism. Highly recommend for anyone needing solid technical SEO support!
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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
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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
Marzo Creative Services
Branding
Logo Design
Graphic Design
Product Design
Package Design
Print Design
Creative Services
Design Services
Digital Strategy
Social Media Marketing
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Creasions, an digital advertising Dallas Agency, offers top-notch digital marketing strategies that will help your business stay ahead of the competition. Our digital marketing services are designed to increase your online visibility and help your website rank higher on search engines...
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Web Design
Web Development
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Logo Design
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Location
Irvine, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$80/hr
Portfolios Count
8 Projects Listed
Creasions Digital Services
Web Design
Web Development
Branding
Logo Design
Design Services
eCommerce Development
UI/UX Design
WordPress Website Design
Graphic Design
Print Design
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Autobyte Solution is a full-service digital marketing and web design agency that helps businesses across the United States build stronger online brands and drive measurable business growth. The company specializes in web design and development, branding, SEO, PPC advertising, content marketing, and social...
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Web Design
Web Development
eCommerce Development
WordPress Website Design
SEO
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Location
Sacramento, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Autobyte Solution Services
Web Design
Web Development
eCommerce Development
WordPress Website Design
SEO
Mobile App Development
Graphic Design
Logo Design
Branding
Digital Services
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Hire a web design company in california to ensure product marketing through multi-channels email marketing, social media marketing, search engine optimization, and beyond...
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Graphic Design
Branding
Design Services
Product Design
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Location
California City, California
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$60/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
Fox Digital Creatives Services
Graphic Design
Branding
Design Services
Product Design
Video Production
Digital Marketing
SEO
PPC
Mobile App Development
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Hello! My name is Marc Anthony Kalb. I'm a 3D artist, but also with big experience in 2D as well. I'm a fun-loving, energetic, passionate, and hard-working individual who is pursuing his dream as an artist...
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Product Design
Graphic Design
Video Production
Location
San Marcos, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
MK Digital Designs Services
Product Design
Graphic Design
Video Production
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Professional Packaging Design and Brand Development Visionaries
Design to Brand is a dynamic force in the world of branding and design, providing brands with bold and impactful graphic design, stunningly realistic 3D renders, dynamic web design, captivating animations, and expert in-house printing. With our creative excellence, we empower brands to reach new heights and...
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Branding
Package Design
Web Design
Logo Design
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Location
Brea, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
8 Projects Listed
Design to Brand Services
Branding
Package Design
Web Design
Logo Design
Print Design
Product Design
Graphic Design
Web Development
eCommerce Development
Video Production
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With a corporate background and a casual approach, we specialize in creative problem-solving to deliver the most effective and memorable communications for our clients. Our team is dedicated to producing innovative solutions that stand out from the crowd. We strive to create impactful campaigns that captivate...
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Web Design
Branding
Graphic Design
Logo Design
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Location
Santa Clarita, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Q M Design Group Services
Web Design
Branding
Graphic Design
Logo Design
Print Design
Package Design
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VIP Realty Group
Koza Beauty
Tribute Beauty Lounge
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Q M Design Group Reviews & Testimonials
Josh Rivas
Review from Google
5.0★
Josh Rivas's Review Sourced from Google
I have been using Hillary and her team for over 12 years now. I owe so much of the success in my business to QM design group. Beyond what they have done for my business, I have had the privilege to partner with them on a multitude of charity events. When I first started with them, I didn't understand the scope of what they can do. They can literally print anything on pretty much anywhere. One of the greatest lessons they have taught me is to have a distinct brand and to keep that branding consistent with every part of my business. My website looks the same as my business cards, which also matches my signage and my advertisements. Clients tell me all the time that they chose me because of my branding. I couldn't recommend anyone else when I have had such a superior experience with QM Design Group!
Amanda Benson -Tilch
Review from Google
5.0★
Amanda Benson -Tilch's Review Sourced from Google
Each and every project I put in front of Hillary gets delivered back to me exactly how I envisioned it! She is so good at asking all the right questions and listening to your answers to design the right logo or graphic you need. I will continue to work with Hillary and refer her to all my clients. She truly is a gift!
Cathy Wohlberg - Craig
Review from Google
5.0★
Cathy Wohlberg - Craig's Review Sourced from Google
Hillary is incredible - All the logo and design work she has done for me over the last 5 years has been wonderful! She really helped give a face and feel to my company and I am very grateful for that. Her support for a non profit that I work with has also be amazing! She has helped project our events due to her graphics to a whole other level! I would highly recommend Hillary for all your graphic design / printing needs.
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Trista Ma is a multi-disciplinary artist who creates things that are attractive, helpful, and inquisitive. She is based in Los Angeles and primarily works in the fields of branding and the creation of cool print and digital experiences...
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Branding
Graphic Design
Logo Design
UI/UX Design
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$120/hr
TRISTA MA Services
Branding
Graphic Design
Logo Design
UI/UX Design
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Clap Creative is your next door tech firm in Los Angeles offering full-range web services under one roof. An experienced team of web professionals works to create custom internet solutions to meet your business goals. And when we say partners, we mean it!...
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Web Design
Web Development
Mobile App Development
Graphic Design
eCommerce
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Location
Calabasas, California
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Clap Creative Services
Web Design
Web Development
Mobile App Development
Graphic Design
eCommerce
eCommerce Development
SEO
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Cricket All Stars
Beach Lifeguard
Urban Home Shop
Tile Circle
Newsbase Marketing
Doocare
Trusty tails
Fun Costume Shop
Bankrupt Films
Rylstone
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Clap Creative Reviews & Testimonials
Jason Dunbar
Review from Google
5.0★
Jason Dunbar's Review Sourced from Google
DK and the Clap Creative crew are just amazing. The responsiveness and turnaround are unimaginably fast. We have been with them for about a year or so now and they have made everything so simple for us. If you are looking for a solid company to help with your site maintenance, this is the one to go with!
Stephanie Yee
Review from Google
5.0★
Stephanie Yee's Review Sourced from Google
Had the pleasure of working with DK at Clap Creative. We were very pleased with his responsiveness and ability to meet our requirements. We were very satisfied with his work and wish we discovered Clap Creative a long time ago to help us out. Highly skilled team, great service and affordable prices! We highly recommend Clap Creative and hope we can continue to work together.
Jennifer Sorcher
Review from Google
5.0★
Jennifer Sorcher's Review Sourced from Google
I have had such an amazing experience while working with Clap Creative! DK has been helping us for a while now, and he has built our site so beautifully! Not only is he quick to answer and eager to get the job done, but he is also informative and respectful as well! You can tell that DK and his team know what they're doing, and I would recommend them to anyone and everyone! Whenever we have a small site glitch or SEO issue, they fix it within the hour! A very much needed quality in any web team! To sum it up, Clap Creative is one of the best web teams I have ever worked with!
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E. Curtis Designs has been designing websites since 2002. Our experience allows us to create beautiful, engaging and fully optimized websites for our clients. Whether you need a new site or redevelopment, updates to your current website or social media integration, we have the expertise and experience to get...
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Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
SEO
Web Development
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Location
Sacramento, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$49/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
E. Curtis Designs Services
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
SEO
Web Development
Web Design
Graphic Design
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Baydaline & Jacobsen
Feist Cabinets
Mark J. Lamb Estate Planning
ACS Roofing
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E. Curtis Designs Reviews & Testimonials
Vanessa Kitley
Review from Google
5.0★
Vanessa Kitley's Review Sourced from Google
From my initial inquiry email, Edmund was enthusiastic and responsive to my vision. He kept me informed of his progress throughout the entire process. In addition, Edmund was knowledgeable, efficient and easy to work with.
Having no experience in website development myself, he eased all of my concerns with his expertise and technical advice. I truly appreciated his professionalism and guidance. I am very pleased with the final product and that I trusted him with such an important project.
He continues to maintain my website for a very reasonable price and has been helpful in keeping me up to date on what can be helpful as my business grows.
Caryn Warren
Review from Google
5.0★
Caryn Warren's Review Sourced from Google
Working with E. Curtis Designs was a great experience. He was patient with me in explaining the design process. He was extremely responsive, detailed in his explanations and affordable. I highly recommend E. Curtis Designs - I love my website and how it turned out.
Katelyn Huber
Review from Google
5.0★
Katelyn Huber's Review Sourced from Google
Very happy with our services with Edmund. We needed our website rebuilt and he far exceeded our expectations. He was very thorough. and always responded with the answer plus some. His turnaround time was very quick, and he listened to what we wanted while still putting in his expert opinion. I am excited to continue to work with him in the future and happy we went to him in the first place. Definitely recommend.
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Google Ads, SEO, Website Design, Graphic Design & Full-Service Digital Marketing.
We grow your business, establishing a strong online presence with our SEO services and grow organically. We find potential customers at the right time and get conversion-oriented traffic...
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Graphic Design
SEO
PPC
Web Design
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Location
Lafayette, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Digitalaxy Media Corp Services
Graphic Design
SEO
PPC
Web Design
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Sketchy Digital is a creative studio that helps SMBs and large corporations to grow their businesses with high quality project management and scaled creation of graphic design and digital illustrations...
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Web Design
Branding
Logo Design
Graphic Design
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Location
Walnut Creek, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$80/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
16 Projects Listed
Sketchy Digital Services
Web Design
Branding
Logo Design
Graphic Design
Print Design
Package Design
Creative Services
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We approach every project with passion and dedication, applying meticulous detail to every stage of our design and strategic process. Through a global approach, we analyze each project thoroughly to maximize the return on investment of each project for our clients...
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Graphic Design
Print Design
Location
Palm Springs, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
FrogFrenchie Design Services
Graphic Design
Print Design
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Fairmont Hotels
Paul Kaplan Real Estate Group
Brad Schmett Real Estate Group
Stone & Sterling
Lemonde Inc.
Elevate Palm Springs Real Estate
Gestion C
Fize
Anacolor
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FrogFrenchie Design Reviews & Testimonials
Russell
Review from Google
5.0★
Russell's Review Sourced from Google
Marc did a great job redesigning my old and outdated website! He expertly created a new site that fits my professional needs and should be a great marketing tool. Marc is a creative genius, is pleasant to work with, and knows his craft. He did exactly what he promised, on time and on budget. I highly recommend FrongFrenchie Design!
Joseph Figlow
Review from Google
5.0★
Joseph Figlow's Review Sourced from Google
Marc is excellent at everything he does. And he is very well versed in design and execution of this design. My project was updating a small Palm Springs condo and Marc helped immensely. He is extremely responsive and punctual. He is very hands on and has such great vision on what needs to be done and how to get that done. I'm very grateful for his help and my condo sold!! Merci Marc!!
Manny Gonzales
Review from Google
5.0★
Manny Gonzales's Review Sourced from Google
Working with Marc has been an absolute pleasure! As an interior designer, marc's creativity knows no bounds, & his attention to detail is impeccable. It's been a privilege to collaborate with him on multiple projects, & each time, he's exceeding expectations. His vision & professionalism have truly made our partnership a success. I highly recommend Marc & his team to anyone looking to elevate their space with style & sophistication. Five stars all the way!
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We specialize in the Online Presence, Digital Dominance and Growth Solutions for our clients through mesmerizing Branding, awesome Websites, Digital Marketing, Social Media, SEO & SEM, Content, and eCommerce Management. Our services focus on the actual and digital growth of individuals & business through...
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Digital Marketing
Web Design
Web Development
Branding
Social Media Marketing
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Location
Sacramento, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$70/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
MarketinGear Services
Digital Marketing
Web Design
Web Development
Branding
Social Media Marketing
Graphic Design
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Beyond Hosting
Cook County Regional Organized Crime Task Force
Colson Group (Med Caster)
Small Business Development Centers Ohio
BigO Tires
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DG DG
Review from Google
5.0★
DG DG's Review Sourced from Google
Hired them for my website seo and digital marketing for my brand they have done a great work in getting ARR from 10k to 100 K whole team is very professional.
Modern Business Tools Etsy
Review from Google
5.0★
Modern Business Tools Etsy's Review Sourced from Google
MarketiGear created our Etsy store and helped us with ecommerce marketing and advertisement. We are a star seller on Etsy. We are extremely happy with the sales and Etsy store marketing.
Relatones Consulting
Review from Google
5.0★
Relatones Consulting's Review Sourced from Google
We received an amazing Growth Marketing plan for Relatones Consulting. MarketinGear surpassed our expectations by delivering an outstanding website and integrating us with a Marketing Automation Platform, which significantly enhanced our online presence, SEO, reputation, and overall growth within just a few months.
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The Creative, Strategic, and Result-Driven Full-Service Agency
The Marcom Group is a boutique, award winning creative and marketing agency founded in 1998 and based in Bakersfield, California. Specializing in branding, advertising, web development, and digital strategy, the agency delivers personalized service to clients with budgets typically ranging from $1,000 to...
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Logo Design
Branding
Video Marketing
Digital Marketing
Graphic Design
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Location
Bakersfield, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$125/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
The Marcom Group Services
Logo Design
Branding
Video Marketing
Digital Marketing
Graphic Design
Web Development
Web Design
Creative Services
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Straight North is a full-service Internet marketing firm that works with you to customize the best mix of online marketing from PPC and email campaigns to SEO-based responsive websites to provide results that move the needle...
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SEO
PPC
Digital Marketing
Web Design
Content Marketing
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
18 Projects Listed
Straight North Services
SEO
PPC
Digital Marketing
Web Design
Content Marketing
Graphic Design
Branding
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Pro Stock Hockey
BluePay
Grove Dental Associates
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Healthcare2U Contact
Review from Google
5.0★
Healthcare2U Contact's Review Sourced from Google
The people at Straight North were so organized and efficient. Although we ultimately had to go in a different direction due to a change in design needs, the discovery process was very smooth. They devoted significant time to understanding what we needed from the project, and we greatly appreciated it!
Trevor Fulmer
Review from Google
5.0★
Trevor Fulmer's Review Sourced from Google
Working with Straight North has been a great experience. Their team developed a digital marketing strategy tailored specifically to my business. Since working together, I have seen noticeable improvements in Google rankings and website visibility.
From SEO strategy and keyword targeting to content recommendations and website optimization, every recommendation was excellent.
As an interior design studio, visibility and search performance are incredibly important, and Straight North has helped strengthen both!
Jenny S
Review from Google
5.0★
Jenny S's Review Sourced from Google
Working with Straight North was an incredible experience from start to finish! When I started looking for web designers, I narrowed it down to four companies, and Straight North was the only one who really took the time to get to know me, our business, and why our goals matter. That personal connection made all the difference.
Once we got started, I was blown away by the thought and detail that went into every part of the process. What stood out the most was how open and receptive the team was to my feedback. I truly felt like a part of the process, not just another customer.
Our new website is absolutely stunning and perfectly captures who we are and what our brand stands for. I couldn’t be happier with the finished website or with the experience of working with Straight North.
Building a great website is truly a collaborative effort, and I’ve learned that the more you put in, the more you get out. I encourage anyone working with Straight North, or any design team to be open, share your vision, and really take the time to engage in the process. The result will be worth it, I promise!
Thank you, Straight North, for an amazing experience and a website that we’re so proud of!
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5 Frequently Asked Questions About Graphic Design Firms in California
How much do graphic design engagements typically cost in California?
Graphic design engagements in California cost more than the national average, reflecting the state's higher labor rates. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the hourly mean wage for graphic designers in California is $38.58, compared to the national mean of $28.52.
On average, graphic design costs range from $300 to $200,000, depending on the type of graphic design services, scope, deliverable count, timeline, availability of existing materials, and project complexity.
The table below breaks down estimated costs by project type:
Project
Estimated cost
Logo
$1,000-$2,500
Comprehensive branding
$16,000-$63,000
Web design
$5,000-$200,000
Marketing collateral
$500-$2,500+
Package design
$300-$50,000
What cost items do graphic design proposals often omit?
California graphic design proposals routinely omit stock asset licensing, typeface renewals, print vendor markups, file preparation for specialized use cases, and California sales tax. These costs can add thousands of dollars to your final invoice.
Reviewing your proposal against the checklist below before signing will help you identify and negotiate these costs upfront:
Stock assets and photography licensing. The cost of properly licensed website design templates, stock assets, and other reusable content will be passed to you separately. The same also applies to the usage rights of photographs and video production by a California designer or creative agency.
Typeface licensing. Clients shoulder the annual commercial license costs for custom or premium typefaces used in brand systems.
Printing and production vendor markups. California agencies that manage print production typically add a markup on vendor invoices. While it is standard practice, it should be disclosed upfront.
File preparation for specific use cases. Deliverables scoped for digital use may require additional production hours to prepare files for large-format printing, embroidery digitizing, or signage fabrication, which are not included in a typical brand and design package.
California taxes. Design work is taxable in California if it requires a printed copy (e.g., billboard, poster, or book) or is transferred to the business via a physical storage medium (e.g., a USB or CD).
How long does a typical California design project take?
A typical California graphic design project takes anywhere from 1-8 weeks, depending on scope, complexity, and the number of revision rounds.
The table below breaks down standard delivery windows by project type, excluding print production timelines where applicable:
Project type
Timeline
Brand strategy
5-7 days for an illustrative logo design only, and 2-3 weeks for a full brand identity
Website design
About 1 week for a landing page, while multi-page websites may require 2-6 weeks, depending on the number of pages, devices, screens, and complexity of user flow
Social media graphics
1-2 days for a single post, but a comprehensive social kit can take over 1 week
Display ads
About 3 days for static ads, but dynamic ads can take over 1 week
Email design templates
3-5 days, depending on complexity and scale of design
Custom illustration
2-8 weeks, depending on complexity of design requirements
Print materials
Flyers and brochure design can take 3-5 days, package design 1-2 weeks, and tradeshow booth design over 2 weeks. All these exclude print production timelines.
When does it make sense to consider hiring local graphic design firms in California?
Hiring local graphic design firms in California is most justified when your project involves regulated industry compliance, physical product production, or culturally specific audiences that require regional fluency:
Regulated industries with state-specific requirements California has distinct regulatory frameworks for marketing materials in healthcare, cannabis, alcohol, and financial services. For instance, California requires beer brands to include the type of beverage, alcohol percentage, and manufacturing information in addition to the Code of Federal Regulations label requirements.
In-person collaboration with physical products Engagements involving packaging, retail displays, trade show materials, or environmental design are more efficient when graphic designers in California have local print vendor relationships. They can physically review proofs and closely collaborate with vendors for required adjustments, accelerating production timelines.
Cultural market specificity California consumers, particularly in multicultural markets like Los Angeles, the Central Valley, and the Bay Area, require cultural fluency that remote agencies working from homogenous markets may lack.
At what point in the engagement should you reassess whether the graphic design agency California relationship is working?
Reassess your relationships with graphic design companies in California after the first concept presentation, after the second revision round, and at the 50% project timeline mark.
These are the three points where misalignment is still recoverable without restarting the engagement.
Waiting until final delivery to raise fundamental concerns is the most common and costly mistake business owners make, as sunk cost makes it psychologically difficult to exit or escalate.
The checkpoints below tell you exactly what to look for at each stage and what action to take:
After the first concept presentation. If initial concepts do not reflect your brief, your competitive context, or your audience, it is a strategic alignment failure. One more round rarely fixes it.
After the second revision round. If you are still explaining the same fundamental direction concerns in round two that you raised in round one, the creative team cannot execute your vision, or the agency's process does not support meaningful iteration.
At the 50% mark of the project timeline. If you are 50% through the timeline and less than 30% through the deliverables, you have a project management problem, not a creative one. At this point, you need to have a frank conversation about what can be realistically delivered within the remaining timeline.
Final note: Document all feedback in writing. In California, email and platform-based communications constitute a record that matters if the engagement escalates to a contract dispute.
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