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Packaging is part of the product, serving as the first tangible connection to your brand. Our experience-driven design narrates your products story, revealing layers of meaning. Through award-winning design, state-of-the-art manufacturing, and intelligent logistics, we create innovative...
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Package Design Review from Nicole Woroszylski
Zenpack has been an absolute game-changer for all our packaging needs. Their team is incredibly quick, efficient, and professional, consistently delivering high-quality results that exceed our expectations. From start to finish, working with Zenpack is seamless and enjoyable.Not only do they excel in execution, but their attention to detail and dedication to customer satisfaction truly sets them apart. Whether its a tight deadline or a complex project, they always rise to the occasion.We couldnt ask for a better partner and look forward to continuing our collaboration with Zenpack. Highly recommend them to anyone seeking reliable and innovative packaging solutions!
Package Design Review from Momoko Kashiwabara
We love working with Zenpack. They are reliable, easy to communicate with, and often come up with helpful ideas to improve our packaging. Their attention to detail and practical approach make the process smooth and straightforward. Overall, were really pleased with the results and look forward to continuing our partnership.
Package Design Review from Michael Hable
I have had the pleasure of partnering with Zenpack on multiple unique projects and their team demonstrates exceptional professionalism and attentiveness. Zenpack ensures our needs are met by tailoring projects that go above and beyond our expectations. The quality of the products are outstanding and everything is consistently delivered as promised. I can tell that a great deal of care goes into every detail. Zenpack combines high standards of quality and customer service. If you are looking for a reliable partner for your packaging needs look no further than Zenpack. I look forward to partnering with Zenpack on future projects. Cheers! -Mike
iVelopment delivers cutting-edge IT solutions that drive business success. With a focus on personalized service and innovative technologies, we provide tailored software development, systems integration, and IT staffing to help companies stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape...
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Web Design Review from Ana Carolina
iVelopment LLC's project management was exceptional. They delivered all milestones on time and kept us informed throughout the development process. Their responsive communication and proactive approach to addressing our needs were truly impressive. They took the time to understand our vision and goals, and their team worked diligently to bring that vision to life.
Web Design Review from Andriy Moraru
iVelopment LLC was a breath of fresh air for our online presence. They listened to our needs, overhauled our website with meticulous care, and significantly enhanced user experience. This talented team is not only skilled but also incredibly responsive and efficient, providing a one-stop shop for all our digital needs. Our business is now thriving with their seamless web solutions!
Software Development Review from Lee Ellis
Working with iVelopment was a transformative experience for our company, Tyson Properties South Africa. They helped us turn our vision of a customized property management software into reality. Their team took the time to understand our unique challenges and delivered a tailored solution that streamlined our operations and improved client interactions.The project was managed flawlessly, with every milestone met on time. Their responsiveness to our needs was remarkable, and their innovative approach was refreshing. The end result was a sophisticated yet user-friendly platform that has significantly enhanced our operational efficiency.Overall, iVelopment exceeded our expectations, and I highly recommend them for any custom software development needs. Their partnership has undeniably elevated our business!
At Revelation, we excel in creating remarkable brands that blend digital innovation with tangible products. Dive into our website to discover the projects we've proudly worked on, highlighting our imaginative prowess in full swing...
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Branding Review from Marta Stattmiller
A friend referred me to Revelation after they had helped them with their healthy snack brand. We were looking for an agency that would take our idea and design it into a brand that really stood out from the rest. We felt the Revelation group did a great job with all of the branding and marketing brief creation along with guiding us on how to stand out in our space.
Branding Review from Christopher Hiti
We have worked with Revelation on a few branding projects, and they have always delivered on time and with a great sense of creativity. Their team understands market positioning well, and is one of the reasons we continue to utilize them for all things branding and creative.
Web Design Review from Guisou Akhavan
After searching for a few months for a creative agency I ended up going with Revelation, I felt they understood my goals the best along with having a distinct design language. I was pretty impressed with the direction they took on my branding materials and web design project and feel comfortable recommending them to other people needing similar services.
Elsner is your one-stop shop for cutting-edge eCommerce & mobile app development. We craft AI-driven eCommerce solutions that take your business to the next level. From sleek mobile apps to powerful eCommerce platforms, Elsner builds the future of software...
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SEO Review from Mick Pacholli
I have found working with Elsner to improve my newspaper site's SEO to be very successful. Within just a couple of weeks, they lifted my site's DA by 4 points and have continued to help sort out years of poor practice on our behalf. I have used other services that cost a lot and do very little for their money. I have found Elsner to be cost-saving and very effective. (Verified via email)
Web Development Review from Soria leonard
Elsner has provided the best services when it comes to web development services and managing my website. The team at Elsner is very prompt in delivering the project. They have always been very supportive and proficient. I highly recommend Elsner Technologies for all your web development services. Thank you, Elsner!
SEO Review from Martha Andrews
Elsner Technologies designed and [set up] my website a few years ago after a rebranding. They manage my SEO and website content to ensure [I] get as many new leads as possible and [I] have seen great results and increased customer [inquiries]. They constantly update and check my site, and keep me posted with any new ideas. Because of them, I'm not only getting higher rankings on [G]oogle but also quality traffic, which gets converted. Highly recommend! (Verified via email)
Grazitti Interactive, a global leader in digital innovation, offering AI-driven solutions to drive customer success. We specialize in Salesforce, marketing automation, analytics, and more, partnering with industry giants to deliver results-oriented solutions for clients...
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Email Marketing Review from Rida Khan
This is the second company I've worked with Grazitti at and both experiences have been positive. Their team is able to turn around our requests very quickly and has provided good best practices from their work with other clients. I'd recommend them for the Marketing services.
Web Design Review from Patricia Lughezzani
Grazitti and Marketo Support have successfully partnered to roll out rich functionality and support Portal. Beyond core development skills to implement business functionally in SFDC Service Cloud and Customer Community, the Grazitti team has been a valued contributor to recommend technology such as Solr text search, workflow optimizations, and web creative design.
Digital Marketing Review from David Skyberg
Right from start the Grazitti team gave us the confidence that we do not need to have a plan B. Once things started rolling – they were able to accommodate a number of requirements that were made by the operating teams within the timeframe.
Robyn & Robyn helps founders, leadership teams, and organizations clarify brand direction, sharpen their message, and make creative decisions with confidence...
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Web Design Review from Heather Klein
Robyn & Robyn is one of the best! I was referred to them & I am so thankful. Michelle has been by my side for everything. If I forget to do something, she reminds me! If I don't have the time to do something she helps me with it! Their creativity is amazing & Michelle's marketing ideas are incredible! I am excited I found them & I am excited for more great things & ideas to come!
Web Design Review from Madeleine Perez
Truly the best. They did a phenomenal job of turning my website vision into a reality. They listened to all my needs and created a beautifully branded product. They continue to be a great marketing resource and I constantly refer them to others.
Email Marketing Review from Jimmy Martinez
Robyn and Robyn are helmed by Michelle Erwin who I have known for years. Michelle is very professional, intelligent, and knows how to take care of people. She always creates beautiful digital marketing for me and I always look forward to working with her.
Igawa Design is an award-winning, boutique branding and design studio based in Southern California. Founded on the principle that excellent design can shape people's perceptions of a brand and elevate its value in the marketplace...
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Branding Review from Eric Horton
Hello DesignRush community,I wanted to share my exceptional experience working with Sven at Igawa Design. Sven is a true professional. He takes direction effortlessly, offers valuable insights, and consistently exceeds expectations with elegant and creative solutions for our graphic design needs. I wholeheartedly recommend Igawa Design for any branding or graphic design projects.Best regards,
Branding Review from Jonathan Brown
Igawa Design is one of the most contemporary and strategic thinking Brand and Design agencies in California. I've had the pleasure of working with Sven and his team on multiple programs and projects and every time Ive been struck by how relevant and unique the solutions and work are. Modern, fresh, dynamic and sophisticated, their work hits the mark every time. They are great partners and great people to work with.For Memorex, Sven was responsible for a complete re thinking of our clients core identity, repositioning it toward a new audience and mindset. This new direction was then applied to a complete range of consumer packing and point of sale, resulting in a fresh new face that stood out in a crowded and cluttered sector.
Branding Review from Matt Lyon
HydraPak engaged Igawa to re-brand the company at a pivotal moment in our growth. With a surge of growth, we had a chance to re-brand the 15 year-old company and reintroduce it to the marketplace. Sven delivered an entirely new brand book that we used to reposition ourselves in the marketplace. As a young company, we used this as a blue print for our future projects and marketing relationships. The work was spot-on, nailing who we were and capturing it in a way that was compelling to others. We were so happy with the work, we also used Sven to re-brand our Bottle Bright and Polar Bottle acquisitions. I did not think that someone else could tell me something about my brand that I didn't already know, but Sven proved me wrong. I highly recommend Igawa.
Get Set Go Web is the Top Web Design Agency in San Jose. Getsetgoweb provides the best Custom and creative logo design solutions for corporate businesses all around the world...
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eCommerce Development Review from Paul Row
After 7-8 weeks, I was getting really annoyed with the delays on the websites, I told them I wanted full access (on phone and in emails) I told them I wanted to be able to start putting my own products on there as they were too slow. I got nowhere with them, told them they would be fired in a few days if not 100% ready to go very soon.I also told them a few times to buy my .ca and .com domains many, many times. They finally bought 2 domains (.com only), then tried to get me to pay $600 for .ca
Web Design Review from Steven Stanimirovic
After taking over a year to attempt to complete a website, and upselling me on everything, way more than originally quoted, they just disappeared.DONT DO BUSINESS WITH THIS COMPANY!Be careful when choosing a web design company or pay the price as I did.I was originally quoted $2,000 for a website then they kept telling me I needed a server so that would be $1,500 extra and then that the website I wanted to require more and more work and before I knew it they convinced me to spend $7k.
Web Design Review from Edward Brown
Honestly, very rarely I write a review with my opinion or experience but now I have the intention to help people who want to be successful in the online business, first you need to know what you want, second how do you want it to look your project and what effect you want to achieve in the market, and thirdly save time and money and hire Get Set Go Web. After searching and dealing with different designers and developers without success, I finally found Get Set Go Web and they done the best.
Motif Brands: Branding Studio - Transforming brands beyond business with award-winning creativity that drives results. Brand transformations that grows businesses. Founded by Reilly Newman in California...
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Food & Beverage Review from Brett Dose
Working with Reilly and Scott has been a true pleasure. Their expertise and knowledge of building a brand has been a pivotal step for me bringing my dry Bloody Mary seasoning mix to the retail market. Motif's willingness to work with me, and quality of work is impressive to say the least. I constantly receive compliments on the artwork, packaging, website design, and logo branding.Working with Motif was one of the smartest decisions I've ever made.Brett DoseDouble Dose Seasoning
Small Business Review from Wes Arola
Motif took an unconventional approach to supporting my official launch and establishing an identity for my landscape architecture practice. The focus was setting myself apart from the rest, and signaling to potential customers and the general public what I produce, my level of service, and for WHO. Although the tangibles Motif created were awesome and fueled my launch, I value the advice, conversation and insight they offered from day one to encourage me to really get to know my business.
Teresa Sullenger's Review Sourced from Google
Motif Brands took all the thoughts and vision I have for the next chapter of my life and made sense of it all. Imagine a bunch of sticky notes and Reilly pieced them all together! He saw a vision beyond my own and provided additional thoughts and direction to make the path ahead possible. The business strategy services Motif Brands provides are top notch. He created my website 10+ years ago for my last chapter, I recommend both services. Plus Reilly's a cool guy!
Honter Studio is a California-based design agency offering unlimited design subscription services and full web/app development. We help startups and fast-growing teams launch brands, build platforms, and scale creative output all under one flat monthly rate...
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Web Design Review from Marcel Trujillo
Arteico's decision to collaborate with Honter Studio for our website redesign was a stroke of brilliance. Their team's dedication and talent transformed our online presence, elevating our brand to new heights. We couldn't be happier with the outcome and look forward to continued partnership with Honter Studio for future projects.
Design Services Review from Martha Mora
Honter Studio transformed our brand beyond our wildest expectations. From the first meeting with Axel and his team, it felt like they were part of our journey, not just hired help. Their knack for capturing our essence and translating it into stunning designs was truly remarkable. Axel's leadership and personal touch ensured that every step of the process felt like a collaboration, not just a transaction. Thanks to Honter Studio, our brand now speaks to our audience in ways we never thought possible. If you're searching for a creative partner who truly cares about your success, look no further than Honter Studio.
J-n-K Services, Inc. is a certified woman- and minority-owned commercial printing and creative design studio founded over 30 years ago and based in Chatsworth, California. The full-service firm specializes in graphic design, custom branding, large-format signage, vehicle wraps, mailing services, and...
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Logo Design Review from One Stop Home Automations
When we started our business we we were unsure were to begin as far as our logo and marketing material. The team at Jnk helped us with everything from logo design to constructing our marketing materials. From start to finish it took less than a week for us to get proofs back on everything we needed and they were so helpful with the design. Which we loved. We will be referring her to all of our associated vendors and clients. 10 out of 10 would print again.
GelComm, with over 20 years of experience, offers forward-thinking packaging design and comprehensive communications strategy for partners ranging from Fortune 100 companies to start-ups. Our areas of expertise encompass consumer goods packaging, entertainment branding, licensing and consumer research, all...
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Package Design Review from Julie Doig McPeek
I have worked with the people at Gelcomm for 10+ years. I find them to be professional and responsive. Their work is excellent and always reflective of the brand strategy and positioning. I would highly recommend them to any company looking to make their brand come alive through their creative/packaging.
Chris Bunney's Review Sourced from Google
We have been working successfully with GelComm and Patricio (Pato) Fuentes, their Principal & Founder, for many years now. They initially engaged Capitola Media to create and produce a series of videos for Oral-B (P&G) and Disney. Our deadline was incredibly tight, and firm. GelComm helped us craft a great script and accompanying storyboards. Casting went subsequently smoothly as well. Physical production was next, followed by a lot of late-night motion graphics work. Communication back and forth between us and Gelcomm was always efficient and collaborative. And we made our deadline. All three clients were happy, and we have since worked with GelComm on a number of different CPG packaging projects based on our first positive production together. We cannot recommend Gelcomm and Patricio enough.
Jae Lee's Review Sourced from Google
I was a client to Gel Communications many years ago when I worked at Disney. Their willingness to really collaborate and listen while presenting creatives that were insightful impressed me greatly. Patricio Fuentes has been at this for many years and has curated his team to be something truly special! It's hard to find now a days especially with all the noise.
A logo is the most important part of any brand. It provides the brand with a unique identity & separates him from the competitors. Visual or symbols are the most powerful tool in communication & Logo Design...
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SEO Review from Arezou Bahador
These people are a bunch of liars. They bombard you with phone calls and emails, and as soon as they get your money, they will not answer your calls and emails. They are unprofessional scammers and liars. DO NOT TRUST THEM, AND DO NOT GIVE THEM ANY MONEY!
We focus on creating comprehensive branding and identity systems, products and packaging, exhibitions and events, websites and apps, marketing and advertising, and aim to foster ineffable experiences for humans (and also sometimes dogs)...
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Brand Design Review from Benjamin Finkhousen
Gyst is so wonderful to work with. They are very professional and really put an effort into what they do. They delivered a service that was invaluable to our company.We had them rebrand our company and design an all new website based on that branding. The work they did was impressive. They did a complete dive into our field of expertise, including researching our competitors to help get us ahead. We received a full brand guide that identified weaknesses and strengths, to see how we could gain an edge in the market. They then applied these lessons to create our new look. The end result was a beautiful logo and website that really picked up our brand. They designed it ground up with our industry and company in mind, and that’s why it really expresses who we are and what we are about.A huge shoutout to Sarah and her team!
Rivo Agency is a leading custom software development firm dedicated to delivering innovative web and mobile solutions. With a focus on industries like healthcare, e-commerce, and construction, our expert team harnesses the latest technologies to create secure, scalable applications that drive business...
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Software Development Review from Ezekiel Oluwole
We partnered with Rivo Agency to build a custom software solution tailored to our business needs, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. Their team demonstrated deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a clear understanding of our goals, which helped transform a complex set of requirements into a scalable, high-performing application.What impressed us most was their proactive communication, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering quality results on schedule. They consistently provided valuable insights and suggestions that enhanced our original vision, and their agile approach ensured flexibility and responsiveness throughout the development process.The final product exceeded expectations in usability, performance, and reliability, making it a true asset for our business. We highly recommend Rivo Agency to any organization seeking a trusted partner for custom software development.
We provide design and development services for software products. Our services are IT consulting and outsourcing, design and development of software using modern technologies based on artificial intelligence, mobile applications, web services and websites, system integration, maintenance and functional...
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Barrett Hofherr is a creative, full-service advertising agency headquartered at 250 Sutter St, San Francisco, with additional offices in Los Angeles and Minneapolis. Founded in 2012 (as barrettSF), the agency is led by Jamie Barrett (chief creative officer) and Matt Hofherr (chief strategy officer). It serves...
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MuteSix excels in Real-Time Performance Snapchat Marketing. With a billion dollars in trackable revenue, our data-driven studio offers a full-service approach for next-gen brands and market leaders across various industries. Join us in crafting seamless customer experiences...
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Alex Liepman's Review Sourced from Google
MuteSix's website claims a "ROI-first approach" which certainly was not the experience I received. Prior to working with them I was achieving just over a 2x Return on ad spend (ROAS) and was looking to scale things up, which is why I came to them. During the period that MuteSix managed my ad account performance plummeted to 0.6 ROAS and they were spending vast amounts of money on consistently unprofitable campaigns, as well as overlooking key ad issues and overspending on the ad budget we agreed. I gave them multiple opportunities to turn this around and given my previous track record and the unique nature of the products I sell, it's incredible they couldn't even achieve break even. This shows a complete lack of skill and performance marketing knowledge within the team. Since taking back control I've increased the ROAS to 2.56 in just over a month and am now scaling the ad spend.Considering the claims on their website and the agency fees they charge this has been a terrible experience that would have put my company out of business if they continued down that road. If MuteSix is the 'leading agency in performance marketing' they claim and only achieves those results I must be some kind of wizard at performance marketing.UPDATE TO THEIR RESPONSE: they stated they'd contact me to 'ensure the issue is resolved', but in fact their Senior Director of Client Success contacted me and wanted a phone call for their benefit, to gather feedback to improve their processes moving forward, not to resolve the issue at hand. Once I responded I never heard from them again. Bit of a joke
Michelle Arnau's Review Sourced from Google
We have worked with MuteSix for the past 9 months and have had an exceptional experience. The team has remained consistent (which we are finding is rare at other agencies), engaged and responsive all while being best in class at their discipline. MuteSix provides a full service agency that is super helpful to build your business on - we started with performance marketing and are now using them for SEM and most importantly, they have been reasonably priced for these services (which has been critical for us as an early stage business). I highly recommend them.
Alli Burg's Review Sourced from Google
MuteSix is an excellent best-in-class marketing agency. They have a power team and can do it all—create ads and content, run strategy, deploy your ads and manage your campaigns. Super creative and talented, they have a ton of experience and know how to scale your advertising for high growth. I highly recommend the team at Mutesix!
BrainShine is an award winning creative agency founded in 1990 and based in San Diego. With a tight-knit team of fewer than 50 professionals, the firm specializes in advertising, branding, print and digital design, media planning, web development, and public relations for clients across automotive...
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Welcome to Pixellent Design, where creativity knows no bounds! Whether you need a fresh logo, stunning website, eye-catching marketing materials, or innovative packaging design, our diverse team is here to bring your vision to life. Our simple process is: Design it. Make it. Sell it...
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Chase Design Group is a full-service boutique branding and creative studio founded in 1986 by visionary designer Margo Chase. Headquartered in South Pasadena, California, with offices in New York City and Bristol (UK), the firm delivers deeply strategic brand-building through identity, packaging, digital...
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MyCali Designs is based in Woodland. As a highly-rated design and marketing agency, we are dedicated to achieving results that drive your business success. Our approach centers around actively listening to you, ensuring we understand how we can create the greatest impact...
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When affordability and knowledge meet excellence and drive, it doesn't take a genius to know when to pull the trigger. In that spirit, we do not chase down prospective new clients with annoying phone calls or emails, nor do we offer now-or-never flash promotions or any of that hoopla. We do, however, provide...
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manuel carreja's Review Sourced from Google
Ron did a website for me and I am so happy with the work that he did he communicate with me step through step show me how to use my website and explain to me in detail of what every category on the website was aimed at in the marketing world can't say enough about him I'm definitely happy
Recovery House 54's Review Sourced from Google
We use Addiction Web Marketing Pros for all of our Internet marketing services and we stay full and the phones keep ringing. We love them!
Atomic Studio is a Pasadena, California-based digital creative agency founded in 2012. The firm specializes in crafting tailored web and mobile experiences spanning responsive development, e-commerce, brand identity, managed hosting, and digital strategywith a strong emphasis on polished design and user-first...
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Four Fin Creative is a female-led Branding Agency located in San Diego, CA, crafting B2B and B2C brands...
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Rafael Marcus's Review Sourced from Google
Our experience with Fourfin has been exceptional. Top notch design work and nearly flawless implementation for a major rebrand we did. The team is super creative, sharp, easy/fun to work with and their attentiveness and responsiveness are world-class.Highly recommend to anyone looking for a top notch creative agency.
Jenny Griffith's Review Sourced from Google
We absolutely loved working with our team at Four Fin's! The end product exceeded our expectations and is truly a deliverable we are proud to showcase to our current and future clients.
Amy Hansen's Review Sourced from Google
Four Fin has been great to work with. They set up our first website and refreshed our logo + branding - and finished on budget and on time. I appreciated how they helped us refine our brand before diving into the deliverables, creating a more thoughtful result. As a climate tech company, it was also meaningful to have our purpose aligned to theirs. Definitely recommend!
When business growth is slow or sales have plateaued, a new strategy to gain new customers and increase revenue is needed. That's where we come in. We design new marketing and sales strategies to reach your financial goals so can concentrate on what's important to you and your customers...
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High Art is a Los Angeles-based e-commerce web design firm offering internet marketing, graphic design, media design, and web design services. We provide custom-tailored solutions for businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to established companies and nonprofits...
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A boutique creative agency with offices in Los Angeles, Miami, and Lima; our clients are all over the world. We’ve built the brand identity of startups and opened new markets for major players. Clients across a range of industries count on us to deliver campaigns that pack a punch. For the last twen...
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We make brands, products, and experiences people love. We shape the future through impactful design and disruptive thinking. We make companies indispensable to consumers through brand strategy, innovation, and execution...
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Providing web design, branding, and marketing services...
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Ronnie Guidry's Review Sourced from Google
Jennie has a great eye for the intersection between design and human behavior. She excels at conversion rate optimization (CRO) and is wonderfully personable as well. I would welcome and look forward to the opportunity to work with her again in the future!
Todd Barrett's Review Sourced from Google
Jennie is a rare find in the San Francisco internet world. My business demands top-level professionalism, and also human personality -- someone who truly cares about the results of a project, and what I am looking to achieve. I finally found a dependable and knowledgeable Wordpress expert that I feel good about working with.I’ve worked with a lot of web design firms specializing in WordPress, but Jennie / Weblamb really stands out.
First Person is a creative partner that embraces your business challenge to create a direct connection with your audience that strikes at the essential, emotional and expandable core of a brand story...
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We help brands connect on a more human level, finding new ways to tell their story and creating new experiences designed to better serve their audiences and inspire action. So that the moments people spend with your brand matter more...
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We work with businesses—as collaborators and partners—to connect them to their ideal audience through branding, digital media and marketing. The right message. The right audience. The right medium. Our mission is to boost your company image—or create a better one—to help your business grow...
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Azat Martirosyan's Review Sourced from Google
Great company to work with. Very collaborative team which designs to make the best customer satisfaction. The professionalism of the team I have never expected, brings the best deign experience into the reality. Thanks for the awesome design.
d's Review Sourced from Google
This group of talented individuals are a pleasure to work with! I just had my business cards and work orders designed and printed by this company, my experience was amazing not only do they have good pricing but their work is superb. I will definitely be a returning costumer!
Anna Emyan's Review Sourced from Google
A wonderful experience. Very professional! Studio AM actually brought to life a creative vision for my growing company. I received great advice from them and a push in the right direction on many levels. I could never imagine that my website would look as great as it does. The end result is just what I was looking for, and it was created in a very timely manner. I am already recommending Studio AM. I look forward to a continuing relationship with them.
We help clients bring their brand to life throughout an organization, internally and externally...
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Emotive Brand is a San Francisco Bay Area brand strategy and design firm that helps companies transform their business by making brands matter more to people...
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Goliath Graffix is a graphic design and web design firm located in sunny Pasadena, California. Our daily mission is to create stunning design and inventive strategies for each and every one of our clients, so that they can grow and dominate their market...
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Also, non-profit, corporate, and small business branding; logo development; design for screens and print; web design; marketing strategy; illustration; and art direction...
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GreatLike Media is the leading Orange County web design, SEO and digital marketing company since 2009, located in orange, California, we specializes in custom website design, web development, wordpress design, digital marketing, search engine optimization, PPC, SMM, content marketing...
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Viewstream is a creative digital agency. We are an award-winning agency built on the belief that amazing creative stories can drive your business forward. We partner with innovative companies to build brands, launch digital marketing and acquire customers. Let’s move forward together...
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Wve Labs is an elite iPad app development and marketing studio, leveraging the power of the latest Swift language through Xcode. Serving a broad spectrum of clients, our team's synergy, rapid execution, and transparent communication make us the go-to choice for businesses seeking an enhanced digital...
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delaney day's Review Sourced from Google
I have had the pleasure of working at Wve Labs for over a year now, and it has been an absolutely amazing experience. The leadership is dedicated to ensuring each employee’s success and is highly focused on the company’s growth. Being part of such a dynamic and diverse team with a fantastic client base makes me proud.The company offers numerous opportunities for professional development, and the collaborative atmosphere encourages innovation and creativity. Every day presents new challenges and learning opportunities, making the work both engaging and fulfilling.Additionally, Wve Labs prioritizes community involvement and social responsibility, frequently organizing events and initiatives that give back to society. This comprehensive approach not only enriches our corporate culture but also instills a sense of contributing to a larger cause.In conclusion, my time at Wve Labs has been extremely fulfilling, and I look forward to the future as we continue to grow and innovate together.
Jack Joyce's Review Sourced from Google
Working at Wve Labs has been an incredible experience, and I can't speak highly enough about the company's atmosphere and culture. From the moment I joined, I was welcomed into a collaborative and supportive environment where creativity and innovation are not just encouraged but celebrated.The culture at Wve Labs is one of inclusivity and respect. Every team member's ideas are valued, and there's a strong sense of camaraderie that makes coming to work each day a pleasure. The leadership team is approachable and genuinely cares about the growth and well-being of every employee, fostering a workplace where people feel motivated to do their best.Wve Labs truly excels in creating a positive and dynamic work environment. The office is buzzing with energy, driven by passionate individuals who are dedicated to delivering top-notch results. The company also offers numerous opportunities for professional development, which has allowed me to expand my skill set and grow in my career.
Anthony Cecere's Review Sourced from Google
I've been at Wve Labs now for 4+ years and have enjoyed working here! I appreciate my team and their diligence to our work. I have had the pleasure of managing several projects and find Wve to be a great place to work and grow as an individual.
JBID is a boutique design constancy that provides many services to our clients for many years...
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A unique team of professionals who specialize in developing creative, personalized marketing campaigns that drive awareness, engagement and results...
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There are many businesses around you, let yours be the one heard the most...
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ALL MAVEN is a Full Service Digital Agency specializing in profound Creative Services, Brand Communications, Marketing and more for a number of industries across the board. Our delight and talent lies in helping you be YOUnique, be YOUR best and share your message. For those who desire to expand their...
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SyCo is a digital marketing company that enables businesses to evolve and reap the results of smart and innovative strategies. We are a digital marketing and PR agency serving as a white label partner for companies that seek 360-degree marketing and design solutions...
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Golden Creative is an experienced and responsive branding, packaging, and web agency. Through hands on collaboration and teamwork with our clients, we develop professional, creative brands that connect with your customers...
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Erin Bates's Review Sourced from Google
Golden Creative is exactly what I was looking for. Al was so easy to work with. He was patient and professional. He helped bring my ideas to reality. I’m so excited about my label and logo. I would not hesitate to recommend Golden Creative to anyone.
Allyn Terpstra's Review Sourced from Google
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Before starting any engagement with graphic design agencies in California, prepare your brand assets, project scope, target audience data, reference brands, project head, budget range, and timeline.
Without these details, you may receive graphic design proposals that completely miss your objectives. Worse, it can lead to more expensive quotations, as the agency accounts for extra discovery hours, more revision cycles, and a longer timeline.
Here is a checklist of items to prepare:
When evaluating California graphic design portfolios, look for relevance, business impact, and commercial scalability. These three factors help ensure the agency is a strategic fit beyond style alignment.
An experienced graphic design company in California understands your market's visual language, including its regulatory environment and audience expectations. As such, it can produce designs that more accurately capture your brand positioning and resonate with target audiences.
For instance, a Los Angeles agency with strong entertainment and fashion credentials may not understand the visual standards of a San Diego biotech firm.
Beware of "dribblization" of graphic design portfolios, or when the portfolio focuses on aesthetics rather than strategic and business outcomes.
Instead, look for the problem statement, design methodology, and measurable business results across the California design company’s portfolio. Also, ask about its research and discovery process, and how it customizes its visual language to the target audience.
One standout project can be an outlier and not proof of experience. To avoid this, search for:
These show that the graphic designers in California can consistently scale designs for different platforms and complete projects beyond the mockup stage.
With 77% of businesses linking visual communication to business performance, your portfolio review isn't just about finding great design. It's about finding a partner that can turn that design into measurable growth.
California graphic design companies demonstrate market understanding by speaking specifically to your regional competitive landscape, target audience demographics, and cultural context.
This matters because California is not a single market.
According to Data USA, 27% of California's population is foreign-born, nearly double the US average of 14%, with Los Angeles, Long Beach, and Anaheim reaching 32%.
The state has over 185 languages spoken, with Spanish spoken in 28.3% of households, Chinese in 8%, and Tagalog in 5%.
A design strategy that ignores this demographic reality will underperform across California's most valuable regional markets. To verify that an agency has the cultural and strategic fluency your design needs, consider the following:
The clearest red flags in a California graphic design proposal are vague revision language, missing ownership terms, and a discovery process that skips strategic alignment entirely. Catching these early protects you from scope disputes, IP complications, and creative misalignment that are difficult and costly to reverse once a contract is signed.
Watch for these specific red flags:
| Red flag | Why it is important |
| Portfolio is irrelevant and generic | Design work that looks similar across different clients may indicate that the agency relies on templates, AI, or stock assets. As such, it will be unable to customize its work to your brand. |
| Skipping discovery | Unsolicited concepts before the agency understands your brand, audience, and business goals signal that it is focused on style and will likely struggle when revisions require strategic justification. |
| No named point-of-contact for communication | California designers that route client communication through shared inboxes or project management platforms without a named account manager create accountability gaps that expand timelines and blur approval chains. |
| Vague revision language | Phrases like "revisions as needed" or "until you're happy" can subject you to revision overruns and disputes. |
| Ambiguous ownership terms | Proposals that do not clearly state who owns the assets, source files, and licensing rights are preventing you from independently using the designs you paid for. It is also creating an unnecessary dependency on the agency. |
| No client references from the last 12 months | An agency that can only produce references from 2-3 years may have experienced team changes, ownership transitions, or quality shifts that their portfolio does not reflect. |
Your graphic design contract must include details on the project's scope and deliverables, ownership rights, payment schedule, timelines, and third-party licensing. Because California has specific legal standards, you should also ensure that your design contract contains language that addresses these regulations.
Pay attention to the following details when reviewing your California design contract:
Your contract should state the following details:
California ownership rights can be complex due to the California Labor Code 2870 and Civil Code 982. The former stipulates that an employee's work outside the office belongs to the employee, while the latter emphasizes that the artist owns the reproduction rights to their work after sale.
As such, your contract should stipulate work-for-hire terms and ownership and reproduction rights of all final deliverables, including the editable source files and the specific format (Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Figma, etc.).
Your contract should specify the full payment schedule, including the deposit amount, milestone-based installments, and the final payment trigger. It should also define out-of-scope fees and what work qualifies as out-of-scope, late payment fees, and a kill fee for early project termination.
Contracts that only specify a final delivery date with no intermediate milestones give agencies no accountability checkpoints. Build in milestone dates and define what happens, including your right to terminate, if they are missed without cause.
California agencies frequently use stock photography, licensed typefaces, and icon libraries. Your contract should require disclosure of all third-party assets, confirm licensing terms, and clarify who bears the cost of licensing beyond the project's delivery date.
Rated 4.8 on Google and 4.7 on Trustpilot, DesignRush Agency Directory is a reliable resource for finding graphic design companies in California. We owe this to our executive selection team, which follows a strict screening process when featuring agencies on the platform, assessing key performance indicators, like portfolio, client reviews, and industry reputation.
Learn more about DesignRush Agency Ranking Methodology.
DesignRush sustains a directory of over 40,000 agencies categorized by service category, location, expertise, and reviews. We build our database in two ways:
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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 |
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:
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. |
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:
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:
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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