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Located in Orange County, LightHouse Graphics provides local and national clients with world-class marketing and design services...
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JoAnn Hadfield's Review Sourced from Google
Carl saved the day! I had a small project and a very short deadline to update my son’s legacy scholarship website. I figured I would need to beg a freelance website designer to work with my small budget and timeframe. Carl’s patience, responsiveness and solution-oriented suggestions were amazing. Most importantly for me, given the emotional sensitivity tied to the scholarship and my son’s passing, Carl was warm and empathetic. He not only responded quickly via email, but was quick to chat on the phone. An incredible service, and now I am excited to have Lighthouse Graphics host my site and make my website and fundraising professional.
Austin Haggard's Review Sourced from Google
LightHouse Graphics was instrumental in getting my outdoor rental equipment and guide service business off the ground. I knew that I wanted to share my passion for the outdoors with others but didn't know how to make that happen. Josh, Carl, and their team consulted and designed my website to help me showcase my equipment and favorite guide locations. The best part is, they taught me how to run and update my website myself after to add new products and guide locations. Very thankful for the team at LightHouse Graphics.
Jennifer Coleman's Review Sourced from Google
I absolutely love working with Lighthouse Graphics. I have been a returning client for about 3 years now and not only is their work amazing but they are always on top of the project and deliver way above my expectations. I recently worked with Carl to duplicate our site to Chinese for our overseas clients and he streamlined the project so efficiently and was so helpful! Communication is always clear every step of the way. He was also so great to help update a few pages since web design is so foreign to me! I could not recommend Lighthouse enough! Thank you so much Carl and to the entire team!
GoBro Web Services is a California-based web design and digital solutions agency that helps businesses strengthen their online presence through professional website design, web and app development, branding, SEO, digital marketing, and technical support services. The agency focuses on delivering modern...
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Design Musketeer LLC is a full-service graphic design agency, providing a spectrum of services encompassing logo creation to website development. Distinguished by their emphasis on precision, punctuality, and cost-effectiveness, they are dedicated to delivering high-quality, customized design solutions that...
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We match you with high-achieving student marketers that work smarter, hustle harder, and cost a fraction of "the pros."...
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Scale your app or website visuals globally from store screenshots and preview videos to localized assets without hiring extra staff...
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Hire an experienced marketing student to design your website, manage your social media or drive traffic to your site using paid digital advertising or free, organic traffic...
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We, at CrossGraphic Ideas, are a result-oriented digital marketing & graphic design company serving the USA, the UK, France, Canada, and India...
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Web Design Review from Smriti Chandra
I got to know about Crossgraphicideas from my school friend. It happened to be one of the best collaborations on website design. The team is very professional in understanding the requirement and providing top notch quality. I highly recommend Crossgraphicideas for global and professional websites. Look forward to collaborating with them further.
Web Development Review from Eva Williams
I am very pleased with how Prakash talked me through the process of a good website and the importance of certain aspects of the build. I would recommend the Web design Company without hesitation.
Web Design Review from Undisclosed
Cross Graphic Ideas do their best to provide creative designs for your website. The staff is very helpful and supportive. I am very much satisfied with their services.
At Raindrops Infotech, we prioritize your success through expertise, innovation, and unwavering support. Our skilled team customizes solutions that align with your vision, ensuring you achieve your business goals efficiently. Let us partner with you on this journey!...
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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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Its On Media is a leading web and mobile app development agency, specializing in innovative app design, development, and seamless digital transformation...
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eCommerce Development Review from Paul Murphy
Sam Jordan led my project really well and delivered on time, I am quite satisfied with the design and development service with its On Media. Appreciated.
Rock Perry's Review Sourced from Google
Its On Media absolutely deserves a resounding 5 out of 5 stars! Their trustworthy reputation is well-earned, and I was so impressed by their prompt call back. What truly sets them apart is their remarkable willingness to work outside of a typical schedule to accommodate all of my demands. From now on, Its On Media will be my go-to recommendation for anyone needing exceptional internet work done!
Michael clark's Review Sourced from Google
I had an incomplete idea for an app and wasn't sure how to bring it to life, but the team at Its On Media truly exceeded my expectations. From the very beginning, they took the time to listen to my vague concepts and helped me refine and polish my ideas into something functional and user-friendly. Not only did they assist in shaping the concept, but they also helped integrate in-app purchases seamlessly, which was a key feature for my app. Their communication was clear, timely, and professional throughout the entire process. I couldn't be happier with the end result and the level of service I received. Highly recommend their app development services to anyone looking to turn their app idea into reality!
Since its establishment in 2000, LogoBee has been a renowned expert in custom logo design. Each project is entrusted to a minimum of two designers, ensuring a wide range of styles and options...
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Logo Design Review from Rachel Lyubovitzky
Rachel Lyubovitzky, who visited Logobee in the Financial District, expressed their long-term satisfaction with the agency. Over a 20+ year period, Logobee has been the starting point for multiple ventures for Rachel. She described the experience as consistently amazing, with the process involving multiple options at the project's outset and a highly responsive iterative process to achieve the perfect finish. (Source: 3rd party review platform).
Logo Design Review from Bobby Bowers
Bobby Bowers had a great experience creating a logo from scratch with the assistance of Paul, Logobee's designer . Bobby highlighted the seamless and timely communication with Paul and highly recommended its services. (Source: 3rd party review platform)
Cole Miller's Review Sourced from Google
Third time using Logobee over the last 13 years. Quick turnaround, creative designs, and straightforward process. Highly recommend!
Video Jeeves is a top-notch video animation company, headquartered in California. Our animation portfolio offers quality animation services with 100% bespoke, high-quality 2D and 3D animations...
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At Onething Design, our focus is on excelling in a singular domain. Renowned for our exceptional expertise in UX UI design services, we were honored with the Best Design Agency award in 2022. However, it's our enduring passion for design and the praise received from our clients that drive our continual...
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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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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!
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.
GreenMarketing.ca is a leading web agency specializing in web design and development, with a focus on creating custom WordPress plugins & websites, as well as WooCommerce and Shopify stores. With over 10 years of experience, founder Nathan Ergang ensures top-tier service in WordPress speed optimization and...
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Andre Franklin's Review Sourced from Google
Nathan is a gifted animator and artist. We came to him with a short animation project and he gave us a very clean professionally produced clip. He followed our instructions carefully and made positive suggestions that added value beyond our initial instructions. Most of all, he was reliable and delivered on his commitments in a timely manner. I would highly recommend Nathan for animation projects.
Chris Vervaeke's Review Sourced from Google
We've been very satisfied with Nathan's delivery every time we've used his services. Most recently he rebuilt our website to improve our SEO and created some new animations for us. His communication was excellent and the final product was right in line with what we were looking for. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend his services, you'd be in good hands.
Brook Lotzkar's Review Sourced from Google
Nathan has been an incredible help to us at Regional Recycling since 2012. From designing graphics and working on our website to creating animations for our digital signage network and helping promote events, he has consistently delivered great work. He took the time to really understand our market, even interviewing our customers to ensure he understood needs. His quick response to our requests and his expertise in SEO have significantly increased traffic to our website. Nathan is an invaluable asset to our team, and we couldn't be more grateful for all his work over the years. We look forward to many more years of success working with Nate!
Web design, Website development, graphic design, Local SEO, Advertising, Yelp and google PPC management...
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We create new and optimize existing websites with SEO, content marketing, and conversion optimization...
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USA Design Expert delivers creative, high-quality design solutions from logos to websites that help your brand stand out...
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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!
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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Logo Designer is the best designing friendly agency that deals for the Logo, Brochure, Calendar, Print, Label and other kind of designs. The firm was established in 2010 and still it is growing day by day...
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RNR is a high-end web atelier built by passionate creatives and builders...
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nelly kinyanjui's Review Sourced from Google
If you’re looking for convenience, this is not the place. They advertise delivery in about 25 minutes, but it consistently takes 2 to 3 hours. (I only live 15mins away). I’ve given them multiple chances because their deals used to be good, but it’s just not worth the hassle anymore.They’ve also given me the wrong order before and told me I had to come back in person to fix it only to find out they were out of the item and substituted it without saying anything. customer service seems to be lacking. Most companies accommodate you due to the inconvenience they don't seem to carry here.Overall, not reliable and not worth the inconvenience.
Ian Ramdass's Review Sourced from Google
Liliya was amazing. She helped me find exactly the product I needed. Thankfully they are now open at 8 am. She also offered me promotions in order to maximize my purchase. She is an excellent sales person. RNR is now my go to dispensary.Thank you Liliya
cain's Review Sourced from Google
SOFIA KEON AND JOHN ARE THE BESTTT!!!!!!!We came in between spots on my birthday and they were so chill so knowledgable and friendly!!! Seriously some awesome staff like they made our night
Ramble Design is a San Diego-based creative agency specializing in custom web design, branding, and print/digital collateral. They focus on delivering responsive, user-centered websites that reflect each client's unique identity...
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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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Accomplished award-winning creative leaders, experienced in creating and developing brand strategies, driving innovation, building new brands and developing new products from concept to launch...
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Our passion is beautiful creative agency powered by AI that disrupts the feed and captivates viewers. Were creators, storytellers, and masters of visual effects. From mesmerizing animations to jaw-dropping special effects, we pour our passion into every frame. We strongly believe that great creative = great...
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Creative Services Review from Jay Ives
JZ Creates delivered exceptional design strategy and development for our company. Their creative expertise, attention to detail, and strategic approach helped drive significant revenue. Professional, collaborative, and results-driven. I highly recommend their services for any business looking for top-tier creative solutions.
We are here to assist with all of your design and printing needs. We offer a wide range of graphic design, illustrating, website design, and website maintenance services...
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Reel Axis is a go-to-market services company meeting the needs of today’s technology companies through strategy, automation, insight, and service — creating a frictionless environment between buyers and sellers and having fun doing it...
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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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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.
Ankord Media is a creative agency specializing in branding, website design, product UX/UI, and digital experiences. We help startups, nonprofits, and businesses elevate their brands with modern, impactful design solutions tailored to drive growth and engagement...
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Randy Weinzoff's Review Sourced from Google
I’ve had many experiences with web designers in the past and my experience with Milan has been absolutely amazing and effective. His mastery of the work he does is exceptional and I highly recommend using him if you need anything relating to Web design, he is absolutely the master.
Jon Meachin's Review Sourced from Google
I've really enjoyed working with Ankord media so far. What stands out most is how personal the experience has been Sam and the team truly held my hand through the process, making everything smooth and stress free. The entire program is extremely well put together and thoughtfully designed to help agents succeed. Highly recommend!
Raymond Riley's Review Sourced from Google
Easy to work with. Very fair. We have a complex business and they took the time to understand the full project and executed beautifully.They even did a number of free edits for us. Didn’t nickle and dime us. Highly recommend. 5 stars.
Brand Orbit builds marketing and communications tools in a highly oxygenated environment of integrity and innovation. Our clients tell us their companies' programs are thriving...
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S13 Design is a dynamic, versatile and full-service digital agency that doesn’t rely on smoke and mirrors to attract new clients. We’re not a static company. We don’t limit ourselves to specific industries. We have experience and professionals to build a custom website and use multiple digital marketing...
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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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Mantera is a full-service advertising agency that specializes in digital marketing services that drive results. Through strategy, creative, and digital we grow brands, deliver ROI and spread awareness...
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gene okun's Review Sourced from Google
Mantera Media and Matt were chosen due to their ability to listen and take the time to develop more than the website but a suite of services that include marketing and thought engagement being driven by successful past experience. Our website schemes and logo development look great! Thanks Mantera Media!
Charles Sears's Review Sourced from Google
I started my company back in late 2019, and, in working with Matt, I’ve seen significant growth. He provides high quality material and has an eye for design. I highly recommend working with Mantera!
Melanie Currin's Review Sourced from Google
Mantera was such an integral part of helping me launch my business. I was recommended to Mantera by a former business associate, and I'm so glad that I was! Matt and his team are brilliant. They helped me with my web development, SEO, social media marketing and paid advertising. From start to finish Matt and his team made sure I was taken care of. They're by far the best web development agency in Bakersfield! I recommend them to anyone looking for Web Design, SEO, Paid Advertising or Social Media Marketing services!
Providence Strategic Consulting was founded on a passion for business – a recognition that the risk-takers, entrepreneurs and employers need creative and effective support for their endeavors...
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Gerardo Garcia's Review Sourced from Google
Started in downtown Bakersfield on F St. Great to see them opening a new location over here on the Northside on Allen rd. Great business consulting group.
Elizabeth Maldonado's Review Sourced from Google
Providence has helped our team with coordinating large corporate events and has always gone above and beyond to exceed expectations!! Thank you Providence!
Abby Carey's Review Sourced from Google
The folks at Providence are highly skilled and have the utmost professionalism. I have enjoyed working with them on several projects and they have been very helpful and knowledgable.
Fluxar was created as a singular idea fused from the merging of vision and execution. Our combined experience in conceptualizing ideas, design-based problem solving and the complicated artistic process gives us a unique edge is the world of design...
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jeromy stevens's Review Sourced from Google
I have worked with Fluxar since they started, somewhere in 2005 or so. Over the years they have continued to amaze me with their quality of work, attention to detail, and overall creativeness. They developed the brand for my architectural design company as well as other business projects close to me. Working in the world of architectural design I can appreciate the artistry that they put into their work. Great people!
CR33CH's Review Sourced from Google
Fluxar Studios created my business logo, business cards, and letterhead with very little direction to build off of. Fluxar exceeded my expectations and gave me the professional image needed to be successful. I highly recommend the design team at Fluxar Studios to create the image needed to stand out. Ask for Kynan!
Silver Valley Economic Development (SVEDC)'s Review Sourced from Google
We had the great pleasure of working with Fluxar Studios Inc. to develop a website and update our logo for our branding strategy. They were there every step, easy to work with and made the process easy to understand and seamless. They continue to provide exceptional service. As a small organization with limited time and funds, Fluxar Studios Inc. gave us the professional look of a much larger organization, in the budget and timelines we needed.
Creative West Graphic Solutions is a California-based design studio specializing in bold branding. We help schools, businesses, and organizations stand out with design that connects and truly stands out...
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Sueño Coffee Co.'s Review Sourced from Google
Creative west helped develop our logo and brand. Working with the team there was easy, stress free, and truly a great experience as they understood our vision for what we wanted. We continue to work with the team there on merch designs and stickers. Thank you for the amazing work! Some of the items created by creative west are attached to our review
Ugly Duck Marketing (UDM) is a unique blend of designers, project managers, programmers, copywriters, and account executives. We strive to make our clients successful through streamlining and perfecting all aspects of their marketing needs...
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Google Sucks's Review Sourced from Google
DK Legends has been thoroughly impressed with the speed, quality, and overall service provided by UDM. From initial engagement through execution, their team demonstrated a clear commitment to responsiveness and professionalism.Turnaround times were consistently fast without sacrificing attention to detail, and the quality of the work delivered exceeded expectations. Communication was proactive and solutions-oriented, which made the process smooth and efficient.UDM has proven to be a reliable and high-performing partner, and I would confidently recommend them to any organization looking for dependable, high-quality support delivered with speed and precision.
Kari Herrera's Review Sourced from Google
They did my website and are on top of things. Anytime I call them and have a question they respond quickly. Very easy to contact them and website looks awesome! Very pleased with hiring them!
Carl Gaines's Review Sourced from Google
If you need a website this is your company they are fantasy and have been handling my website for over two years. Updates are easy
We help Real Estate, Restoration and Retail businesses grow with smart marketing: Branding,...
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daniel schaap's Review Sourced from Google
Nia Pearson, excels at networking. She connected us with valuable contacts that helped us achieve our sales goals.
Bishara H's Review Sourced from Google
My experience working with Nia and her team at Marketing 4 Real Results has been incredible from the start.The team is organized, forward-thinking, helpful, and super flexible, including working on weekend projects.They are like a true US based outsourced marketing partner. I highly recommend them for the services we've used to any business looking to elevate their marketing efforts from redesigning a website, social media, SEO or email marketing.
E's Review Sourced from Google
I had never taken a marketing class before and was unsure what to expect. Although I am familiar with establishing client relationships and maintaining good rapport with people essential to my line of work, there was so much I was not aware of when it comes to taking my business to the next level. Nia is personable and expressive which keeps you steadily interested in her course, she thinks "outside of the box" and gives thorough reasons on the "whys"... why your website should say this, "why" you should do this or post that. This marketing class gives you the essentials so you can immediately go back to work and start implementing her suggestions, one by one. I found her class to be valued far greater than what I paid for attending and highly recommend anyone that is looking for ways to grow their business sign up for all of her courses!
We bring your vision to fruition. We are driven by your success and understand the transformative power of a brand that authentically represents who you are and what your organization brings to the table. As your dedicated creative partner, our mission is to breathe life into that vision...
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CANZ Marketing is a results-driven digital marketing agency specializing in helping E-commerce and B2B businesses achieve rapid growth through paid acquisition strategies such as Facebook ads, Twittwe marketing, Instagram ads, Google ads, YouTube, and LinkedIn...
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Jarred Williams's Review Sourced from Google
I’ve worked with several marketing agencies, but CANZ Marketing stands out. They’re professional, responsive and truly care about their clients' success. I couldn’t be happier with the results.
HD Lyft's Review Sourced from Google
About two years ago, I was struggling with my clothing brand’s web presence. Being a single owner, I didnt really have the budgets needed to compete with the big boy. After tons of failed attempts at boosting my online store’s web presence myself (I was a DIY enthusiast back then lol), I finally did my research for an authentic digital media agency that could engage my customers, and also improve my CVR.Canz marketing was the first one I contacted among the list of about 6 companies, and my search honestly just ended there.They were extremely professional on the consultation and non-salesly and they made a custom game plan for me and my store that I felt like I needed badly (At the time I had about 2 months of savings left)Since signing with them, the team put in alot on my store and redesigned it completely. They made really good graphics, re wrote the whole copy andhelped with the speed of my site as well.They did everything exceptionally well, and I would highly recommend them to anyone who’s looking for digital marketing services :)
simmat mansha's Review Sourced from Google
My experience with Canz Marketing has been really good they brought us quality leads and managed the SEO section with great interest.
SICKBOAT is a global design, video production, and 3D motion graphics company using innovative techniques to build premium motion graphic overlays, textures, tools, elements, and video asset packs for visionary production companies, content creators, and filmmakers. Beyond our products, we provide video/photo...
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Ryan Gordon's Review Sourced from Google
We commissioned Sickboat to create a short video for our wedding. The celebration was held in Big Sur, CA and Scott kindly agreed to make the trip. We didn’t give him much direction but we are absolutely thrilled with the final product. Scott managed to capture every moment; from the walk down the isle, to the late night dancing and shenanigans, his shots recorded every emotion. His drone work of the Big Sur cliffs and editing exceeded everything we had hoped for. His creative vision produced something that we will cherish forever. We highly recommend Scott and the Sickboat team for any video projects, big or small, near or far.
Clark Olson's Review Sourced from Google
It's been amazing working with SickBoat! These guys are awesome and bring a ton of great creative and functional insight to the table. We needed help with a website and so much more. SickBoat took a lot of stress out of the launching process and helped create a seem-less system for future success. Your brand and vision are in good hands!
Clay Perry's Review Sourced from Google
If you are looking for an awesome creative agency that will not only listen to your needs but deliver a unique video, website, or branding job, Scott and the Sickboat crew are the team. They have the experience and talent that lends itself to bringing your vision to fruition - plus they are fun to work with! Scott produced a short film surrounding an epic trip to Belize for our non-profit excursion. The story that Sickboat was able to tell allowed us to promote future trips and volunteering efforts in a dynamic and compelling fashion. I highly recommend Sickboat Creative Studios
Mission Bay Media has been providing website design and development services to businesses around San Diego and the United States since 2011. Give us a call to learn more about the wide range of development and design services we proudly offer our clients...
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Alex Sillman's Review Sourced from Google
Lucas has been a great partner for our company going above and beyond to find solutions to make our website functionality work seamlessly from front to back. His demeanor is unflustered by challenges and roadblocks. Highly recommend and we will keep working with MBM!
Cameron Burn's Review Sourced from Google
Lucas and his team did an amazing job helping us create a new web site for our neighborhood association. They walked us through everything from best-practices in setting up an e-commerce site to selecting appropriate design features. Lucas was also instrumental in keeping us on deadline and set up regular check-in meetings to keep the project moving forward. We highly recommend Lucas and Mission Bay for any web design services!
Admin MDEP's Review Sourced from Google
We hired Mission Bay Media to redesign our structural engineering firm website and the end result was better than we could've expected! Our original design was minimalist with black and white tones and we wanted to change it to something more exciting and appealing. We had two initial meetings with Lucas to go over our ideas, he listened to what we wanted and delivered perfectly. He was always available if we had a question or wanted to further discuss anything and offered amazing suggestions. We are so appreciative that he made sure we knew how to update our website as-needed through a video demonstration. We recommend Mission Bay Media to everyone, you won't be disappointed!
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
Al Golden and the team at Golden Creative are professional and as stated in the company name, creative! They have innovative great ideas that produce exceptional results. Global Blue Tech has employed the services of Golden Creative for several years, and Al has always made it a priority to give his full and undivided attention. Golden Creative is now in the process of recreating our website and launching Global Blue Tech's e-commerce site. We are excited for the finished product and feel confident that with Al's expertise his work will enhance the exposure of our company. Thank you Al for all your hard work!
Alicia Shrum's Review Sourced from Google
Golden Creative design is phenomenal. Creating brand awareness is so important in this day and age and Golden Creative Design just does that. I communicated the vision of the brand of my business to Al and he was able to transform this vision into a marketable brand. I will continue to work with them for years to come and highly recommend them.
Bay Area Coders is a San Francisco-based product and engineering studio working with venture-backed startups and growth-stage companies since 2016. We combine strategy, design, engineering, and AI to help teams ship real products and modernize existing ones...
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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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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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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.
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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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