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Best Illinois Graphic Design Agency Rankings

181 Companies - Rankings updated: April 03, 2026

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  • Illustration and Visual Storytelling with a Strong Narrative Focus

    Illustration and Visual Storytelling with a Strong Narrative Focus

    Eli Nicolosi Illustration and Design focuses on original illustration and narrative-driven visual work for creative projects, publications, and independent media. With a foundation in design and storytelling, Eli Nicolosi brings a cinematic sensibility to illustration, emphasizing strong composition, clarity  [... view Eli Nicolosi Illustration And Design profile ]
    Location
    Rockford, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Strategic Branding for Creative Entrepreneurs

    Strategic Branding for Creative Entrepreneurs

    Founded in 2006, Satellite is a Chicago based design agency creating epic cinematic brands for: Hotel & Restaurant, Spirits & Beverage, Cannabis, Fashion, and Tech industries. Our clients are entrepreneurs with an unshakable faith that the world will be better off with their service, technology or product in  [... view Satellite Agency profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • Design for a Better Life : Products of Empathy

    Design for a Better Life : Products of Empathy

    We design products that win critical acclaim from industry experts. TEAMS Design is an award winning, global, industrial design consultancy with 4 international studios. Each is made up of designers, engineers, media producers, strategists, and researchers that focus on creating unique physical and digital  [... view TEAMS Design profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Empower and Elevate

    Empower and Elevate

    SEO Design Chicago is a full-service digital marketing agency based in Chicago, offering expertise in SEO, on-page SEO, hospitality SEO, web design, paid media, analytics, and consulting services.  [... view SEO Design profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    10 Projects Listed
  • #ChangeTheWay You See Video Production

    #ChangeTheWay You See Video Production

    Flying House is a Chicago-based video production company working with clients from all over the country. Founded by a former MTV and Oprah Producer, Flying House specializes in video production of all kinds, live events, motion graphics, graphic design and creative/copywriting.  [... view Flying House Media profile ]
    Location
    Deerfield, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • The Intersection of Web Design and SEO Strategy

    The Intersection of Web Design and SEO Strategy

    CyberOptiks, your trusted law firm web design company, boasts a team of web design experts who are constantly prepared to deliver real-time solutions that can propel your legal practice to new heights.  [... view Cyberoptik profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    10 Projects Listed
  • Where Creativity Meets Strategy

    Where Creativity Meets Strategy

    Hey there! My name is Sandra Rzeczyca, I am a comic book artist, illustrator and graphic designer who has a passion for story telling and creative problem solving.  [... view Sandra Rzeczyca profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • MOVING BRANDS with beauty, purpose, and power.

    MOVING BRANDS with beauty, purpose, and power.

    Verve Marketing Group award-winning creative and strategic marketing agency based in Chicago.  [... view Verve Marketing Group profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • We Build Empires

    We Build Empires

    Youtech is an integrated marketing and development agency that stops at nothing to bring the utmost value to our clients. We use our signature blend of intelligent data and inspiration to bring our clients new business through expertly crafted marketing, development, branding, and public relations.As a  [... view Youtech profile ]
    Location
    Naperville, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • B2B Branding & Creative

    B2B Branding & Creative

    Sunup is a Chicago-based branding and creative studio powered by award-winning talent. From startups to Fortune 500s, we help B2B tech, cleantech and biotech companies distinguish their brands with clear positioning and compelling creative that drives breakthrough results.  [... view Sunup profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Brand | Media | Design

    Brand | Media | Design

    Platzer Media is a digital agency and hosting company.  [... view Platzer Media profile ]
    Location
    Downers Grove, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Matching Talent With Success

    Matching Talent With Success

    Artisan Talent is a premier creative staffing agency that has been redefining talent solutions since its inception. Committed to excellence, we offer a comprehensive suite of services tailored to the unique needs of the creative, digital, and marketing industries.  [... view Artisan Talent profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Connect With People.

    We Connect With People.

    Strategic UX and design.Bespoke, multi-platform programs.Connection and engagement.Authentic storytelling and public relations.Leveraging our experience, humility, and values, Anomali by Design connects with peoplewherever they're at, agnostic of circumstance.  [... view Anomali By Design profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • We specialize in B2B meetings and events, consumer activations, and trade shows.

    We specialize in B2B meetings and events, consumer activations, and trade shows.

    Cadence is a boutique agency that has grown exponentially over the past 20 years by continuously delivering, "Wow!" Our work focuses exclusively on live events, consumer activations, private trade shows, press events, touring programs, incentive travel, product launches and meetings for Fortune 500 companies  [... view Cadence profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Stress-Free Marketing

    Stress-Free Marketing

    We carry the Marketing load so you can focus on what matters most. At Solitude Marketing, we specialize in taking the stress out of digital marketing, allowing you to focus on what you do best.  [... view Solitude Marketing profile ]
    Location
    Oak Park, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • The drive to explore. A passion for craft. Human at heart.

    The drive to explore. A passion for craft. Human at heart.

    We believe genuine personal relationships produce truly impactful work. We relentlessly focus on our culture by embracing a combination of work and life; empathizing and understanding our clients and partners; driving innovation with lean, agile processes; and continually improving so we can be the best at  [... view Nansen profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $170/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • KitelyTech is a full service technology consulting, design & development firm with offices in downtown Chicago, New York City, Atlanta, Detroit, Austin, Charlotte, Phoenix, and Miami.  [... view KitelyTech profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • We Transform Businesses into Brands

    We Transform Businesses into Brands

    Carbon3Sixty is a WBE-certified graphic design and marketing agency. We are passionate about transforming businesses into brands. We do this by unifying and strengthening your brand promise at every touchpoint. Consistency builds brand equity and increases win rates, trust, and market share.  [... view Carbon3Sixty, Inc profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • A Connected Customer Experience Consultancy

    A Connected Customer Experience Consultancy

    Envoy is a full-service brand and digital innovation consultancy founded in 2010. Headquartered in Irvine, California, with studios in Chicago and San Diego, the agency combines design, technology and data to craft seamless customer journeys across brand, commerce, web, product and physical spaces.  [... view Envoy profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Designing Your Vision with Precision.

    Designing Your Vision with Precision.

    Hey there! My name is Cassie Pomierski, a professional designer currently living in Chicagoland, USA.  [... view Cassie Pomierski profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Show Your Superpower & Stand Out!

    Show Your Superpower & Stand Out!

    12&28 Creative Studio is a boutique, heart-driven agency in Chicago, specializing in branding, website design, and graphic design. We are dedicated to crafting personalized and impactful visual solutions that resonate with our clients' unique stories and aspirations.  [... view 12&28 Creative Studio LLC profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Helping Small Businesses Shine with Unforgettable Designs.

    Helping Small Businesses Shine with Unforgettable Designs.

    Shay Smith Designs helps small businesses and entrepreneurs bring their creative visions to life through bold branding, strategic design, and engaging visuals.  [... view Shay Smith Designs profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Feel Your Pleasure in Graphics.

    Feel Your Pleasure in Graphics.

    Hey! My name is Joanne Choy, I'm a graphic designer based in Chicago.  [... view Joanne Choy profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • AI-Powered Web Design Platform // Create a website in minutes with no code!

    AI-Powered Web Design Platform // Create a website in minutes with no code!

    Build beautiful websites quickly and effortlessly with Webviso's AI-powered website design platform – no coding skills required.  [... view Webviso profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Presentation Design and Storytelling Agency

    Presentation Design and Storytelling Agency

    VerdanaBold is a presentation design and storytelling agency that creates PowerPoints, infographics, and presentation training tools.  [... view VerdanaBold profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Branding Is a Feeling.

    Branding Is a Feeling.

    TERAMOK LLC comes for Europe to change the marketing & branding industry in USA. We are providing high value marketing using custom production on cinema level. TERAMOK LLC has an expertise in Real Estate Development and Hospitality industry with 7+ years of experience.  [... view TERAMOK profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • A Full Service Digital Agency

    A Full Service Digital Agency

    Let us know your design and marketing goals and we will take care of the rest. With over 20 years in the industry we specialize in all areas of website design, development and digital marketing. We create all of our custom websites to work exactly the way you need them to.  [... view VisionFriendly profile ]
    Location
    Naperville, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $140/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Business beyond the summit

    Business beyond the summit

    TopOut Group is a full-service digital agency with a focus on performative e-commerce and revenue generating scalable advertising.  [... view TopOut Group profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $185/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Unveil the Power of SEO-Focused Content

    Unveil the Power of SEO-Focused Content

    Siege Media is a specialized content marketing agency with a singular focus on SEO. We prioritize building site authority through passive links and offer a scalable process that can generate over 100 links per month for some clients. Our talented team excels in creating diverse content types, including  [... view Siege Media profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Strategy. Design. Build. Market.

    Strategy. Design. Build. Market.

    As a full-service marketing agency, we specialize in delivering solid ROI for B2B & B2C companies with effective digital and traditional marketing, SEO, and web design strategies that generate leads, acquire new customers, and fuel business growth. We're like the Costco of marketing agencies - great value  [... view Tag Marketing profile ]
    Location
    Elgin, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Integrated Marketing & PR Agency for Startups and Growing Small Businesses

    Integrated Marketing & PR Agency for Startups and Growing Small Businesses

    Veteran story tellers and marketers in a digital world. We get the value of brand stories told across all platforms to propel growth. More than public relations, through our Cascade360 approach, were an acclaimed integrated marketing & PR agency for startups and small businesses across channels.  [... view Cascade Communications profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Empowering Ideas, Elevating Businesses.

    Empowering Ideas, Elevating Businesses.

    Digital Cyber Nation (DCN) is your one-stop solution for all things digital, offering services from logo design to advanced software development. We blend creativity, technology, and innovation to deliver customized solutions for businesses worldwide.  [... view Digital Cyber Nation profile ]
    Location
    Aurora, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Professional Eye-Catchers™

    Professional Eye-Catchers™

    Visual Lure is a branding and design firm based in the St. Louis, MO area that specializes in logo design, wordpress web design and development, packaging and graphic design, and search engine optimization.  [... view Visual Lure profile ]
    Location
    Caseyville, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Taking Your Brand from Drab to Fab

    Taking Your Brand from Drab to Fab

    Zhoosh Creative is an award-winning digital agency that specializes in thoughtful web and branding designs to take businesses from drab to fab. Their team works closely with clients to achieve goals, propel brands to the next level, and increase revenue by up to 30%.  [... view Zhoosh Creative profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Designing the Future, Today.

    Designing the Future, Today.

    Mason Brown introduces himself as a graphic designer, driven by a passion for digital art sparked during his high school years. His journey commenced with the exploration of Illustrator and Photoshop fundamentals, igniting a profound love for graphic design and inspiring him to pursue further studies in the  [... view Mason Brown Design profile ]
    Location
    Deerfield, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Promising Utmost Expertise In Automotive Advertising And Digital Marketing

    Promising Utmost Expertise In Automotive Advertising And Digital Marketing

    We mix automotive industry expertise and cutting-edge technology to give you real results without hidden fees. See how we can custom-build an automotive digital strategy that works for you.  [... view Green Line Automotive profile ]
    Location
    Rolling Meadows, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Inspiring the world through strategic design.

    Inspiring the world through strategic design.

    Our team consists of branding and marketing specialists who work under the guidance of our creative director, aligning a brands story with their strategy. A collaborative approach to creative and strategic design provides us with the resources to deliver the best experience possible for our clients.  [... view Laura Lian Creative Partners profile ]
    Location
    Arlington Heights, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Your Business is our Mission

    Your Business is our Mission

    WebRocket Digital is based in the Chicago area and offers digital marketing and creative services to local businesses, franchises and enterprise clients.  [... view WebRocket Digital profile ]
    Location
    Geneve, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creating Brands That Save The Planet

    Creating Brands That Save The Planet

    Outside Minds Creative is a branding and graphic design studio for companies working to solve the climate crisis. We hand-craft strategically driven brand identities and marketing collateral that not only look incredible, but solve business problems. We aim to be a partner in your business to help you become  [... view Outside Minds Creative, LLC profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $165/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Design That Dazzles.

    Design That Dazzles.

    Hello! My name is Julian. A visual designer, illustrator, and amateur photographer who always searching to continue my career in the design world!  [... view Julian Ospina profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We Build Digital Brands and Help Your Business Bring In New Customers

    We Build Digital Brands and Help Your Business Bring In New Customers

    New Adventure Web Design & Digital Marketing specializes in professional website development for small businesses, agencies and e-commerce retailers. Other services we provide include digital marketing, logo design, graphic design, text message marketing, and website hosting. We have a combined 30+ years of  [... view New Adventure Web Design & Digital Marketing profile ]
    Location
    Waterloo, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Challenge the Impossible

    Challenge the Impossible

    Gaz is a full-service creative agency dedicated to building powerful brands by challenging the impossible, pushing the boundaries of innovation and creating a lasting impact.  [... view GAZ Consulting & Design profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • At Bandwidth Marketing we specialize in mayhem, in a good way.

    At Bandwidth Marketing we specialize in mayhem, in a good way.

    We call ourselves a Creative Consultancy. Why? Because we don't come in touting ads or digital or social or whatever. In each initial meeting, we simply listen.We ask about your business objectives, buyers, budgets, and brand. In this way, our strategic and creative solutions are right for your needs, not  [... view Bandwidth Marketing Group profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Your website, your way, your budget!

    Your website, your way, your budget!

    Partner with us to create your business realities, grow your dreams and fly through the forest of competition. We help bring new ideas and inspire new insights through competitor research, analytics and areas of opportunities.  [... view Insight Marketing Strategies profile ]
    Location
    Springfield, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Partnering with business owners to develop strategic, thoughtfully crafted brand identities

    Partnering with business owners to develop strategic, thoughtfully crafted brand identities

    Rachel Fisher is a designer, but she's also a question asker, listener, between-the-lines reader, dot connector, information organizer, thinker, clarity bringer, strategist, idea presenter, and process lover.  [... view Rachel Fisher Creative, LLC profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Strategic Design. Meaningful Impact.

    Strategic Design. Meaningful Impact.

    We craft brand and corporate communications that enhance interactions and reinforce positive attributes, empowering businesses with strategic advantages through research, visualization, and collaboration.  [... view Multiple profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Give People More Than They Expect

    Give People More Than They Expect

    Our mission is to provide a straight forward, personal, and cost effective marketing source for any sized business. We place emphasis on studying your target audience and media plan to maximize your adverting results. We may push and challenge you but that’s who we are.  Simply put, we help our clients  [... view Rethink Media Group profile ]
    Location
    Quincy, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
  • Your Vision Our Version.

    Your Vision Our Version.

    AMG Digital Solutions LLC is a leading digital marketing agency in Chicago, specializing in innovative strategies to enhance your online presence. We offer comprehensive services including SEO, PPC advertising, social media management, content marketing, and web design. Contact us today to elevate your  [... view AMG Digital Solutions LLC profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Helping Brands Stand Out.

    Helping Brands Stand Out.

    FBDesign is a graphic design, branding, and website development agency. As a solo creative, I harness the power of personalized service and deep industry knowledge to make a significant impact. My journey in design is driven by a passion for turning ideas into compelling visual stories. Each project is a  [... view IFBDesign profile ]
    Location
    Rockford, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • SiteNative offers affordable web design and marketing solutions.

    SiteNative offers affordable web design and marketing solutions.

    SiteNative offers affordable web design and marketing solutions to help businesses and entrepreneurs to scale up with our expert team.  [... view SiteNative profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000

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