Selecting a graphic design company in New York is high-stakes when brand perception directly affects revenue. Here, you'll find vetted agencies with portfolios and client reviews to compare, so you can make a confident, informed decision.
Best New York Graphic Designers
20 Companies-Rankings updated: September 05, 2026
DesignRush vets all graphic design firms based on professional qualifications and verified customer feedback to help you choose confidently. Some placements may be paid.
When Uteek was initially launched with just three individuals who shared a vision. Today, it has evolved into an organization with over 35 talented professionals dedicated to:
1. Web Design & Development
2. Mobile App Design & Development
3. Software Development
4. Graphic Design
5. Marketing...
Top Services:
Software Development
Mobile App Development
AI Development
Web Development
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$30/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
34 Projects Listed
UTEEK Services
Software Development
Mobile App Development
AI Development
Web Development
Branding
Graphic Design
SEO
IT Services
Web Design
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Local Libya
Swicorp
GIZ
Zenith
Candid Academy
PBIMA
WIKI
Leed Initiative
Trevex
Stones
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UTEEK Reviews & Testimonials
Dylan Bellur
CEO at COCLICK
5.0★
Mobile App Development Review from Dylan Bellur
UTEEK est une agence de confiance avec laquelle il est plaisant de travailler tant sur le côté technique qu'humain.Ils sont un partenaire de confiance pour tout projet digital. Leur expertise technique, leur approche transparente, et leur engagement envers le succès de leurs clients en font une agence au top. Je recommande vivement UTEEK à quiconque recherche des services de développement digital de premier ordre. Merci à toute l'équipe d'UTEEK pour avoir fait de mon rêve numérique une réalité !
TRAD Studio. Ahmed BNI AIX Avenir
Manager at arkstudio
5.0★
Graphic Design Review from TRAD Studio. Ahmed BNI AIX Avenir
+ Great Job
+ accompaniment step by step
+ Plexibility for modifications
+ Proffesional Team
Tarak Mr. Baccour
MANAGER at PC RETAIL OUTLET
5.0★
Web Development Review from Tarak Mr. Baccour
excellent experience. I highly recommend.
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A full service SEO and Web Design Agency
Since 2009, Epidemic Marketing has been helping businesses thrive in the digital world. As a full service SEO company and marketing agency, we specialize in crafting customized strategies to elevate your online presence.
From eye-catching website design to expert search engine optimization, AIO / GEO, and...
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SEO
CRO
Web Design
UI/UX Design
Web Development
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Epidemic Marketing Services
SEO
CRO
Web Design
UI/UX Design
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
Digital Strategy
Advertising
Logo Design
Graphic Design
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Team Dave Logan
Trees By Jake
The Sliding Door Co
Woodhouse Spas
Bulletproof Supply Store
Man K9
Simply Sewers
VR Beginners Guide
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Epidemic Marketing Reviews & Testimonials
Tim Cardona
Owner at Black Diamonds Mobile Detail LLC
5.0★
SEO Review from Tim Cardona
Noah and his team have been so amazing for my automotive detailing business. I didn’t understand SEO at all but I knew I needed it to grow my business. When I first talked to Noah he wasn’t pushy on selling me anything. Just simply broke everything down for me to understand and made it work for me. He has helped my business stay competitive and on target with SEO and my website! I can’t thank Epidemic Marketing enough it has been over 2 years now I have been with them and I’m glad!!
Brian Hong
Founder at Infintech Designs
5.0★
CRO Review from Brian Hong
Noah is a wealth of information and someone I have the pleasure of working with.
He provides extremely actionable insights with conversion rate optimization, as well as advanced SEO techniques that move the needle.
We have worked on several CRO campaigns that helped turn more visitors into customers which made our dollar work harder for us and Paid Media campaigns.
He’s a true pro and even better human.
Marty Marion
CEO at Master Positioning, LLC
5.0★
SEO Review from Marty Marion
I never leave reviews, but once in a while the work quality is so good I make exceptions.
This is one of those times. Noah provided very advanced SEO work for one of my largest clients, fron scratch, finding and fixing SEO technical issues and conversion optimization issues that made a major difference for my client in both organic traffic and conversions.
Traffic from search increased more than expected. Conversions to sales increased by about 20% plus an increase in AOV. Combining both an increase in traffic and an increase in conversions and an increase in AOV is nothing short of a home run.
I will be channeling more of my clients' SEO and CRO to Epidemic for sure. Great people to work with, awesome results. And I teach digital marketing professionally.
Marty Marion
CEO
Master Positioning, LLC
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CMT Graphics LLC is a remote Creative Design Studio dedicated to elevating brands with expert graphic design, social media visuals, and WordPress website solutions.
Lets create something amazing!...
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Graphic Design
Branding
Creative Services
Logo Design
Print Design
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
CMT Graphics LLC Services
Graphic Design
Branding
Creative Services
Logo Design
Print Design
Design Services
Web Design
WordPress Website Design
SEO
Social Media Marketing
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The Greek School of Plato
Bourakis Restaurant
Iguana Beach Cafe Chania
Unique Chania
Exclusive Transfer Chania
I.V. Creative Lab
Belma S.A.
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CMT Graphics LLC Reviews & Testimonials
Evangelia Davanos
Founder & CEO at Sapience, LLC
5.0★
Web Design Review from Evangelia Davanos
Working with CMT Graphics has been a great experience from start to finish. Panos and Helen were responsible and reliable throughout the process of website (www.sapiencemed.com) and business card design. They focus on the vision of the client yet offer their thoughts for maximizing the reach of the final design/product to the appropriate audience. Additionally, they ensured that the right services were provided for the right budget which I appreciated. Would highly recommend them for website/logo and brand design overall.
Plato Office
Review from Google
5.0★
Plato Office's Review Sourced from Google
We had a great experience working with CMT Graphics! They were professional, creative, and really understood our vision and needs! Highly recommend!
Γιώργος Λεβεντάκης
Review from Google
5.0★
Γιώργος Λεβεντάκης's Review Sourced from Google
I couldn’t be more satisfied with the website that this company created for my rental villa. The design is modern, user-friendly, and perfectly tailored to my needs. From the initial concept to the final result, the communication and support have been excellent. They are always available and willing to help with any updates or questions I have. Highly professional team — I strongly recommend them to anyone looking for a high-quality website and reliable service.
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Martha Lynn Laskie is an award-winning designer, helping hundreds of small to mid-size businesses develop and flourish through professional design, printing, and business consultation...
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Logo Design
Design Services
Graphic Design
Branding
WordPress Website Design
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Location
Yonkers, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$125/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
10 Projects Listed
MLLGD Inc Services
Logo Design
Design Services
Graphic Design
Branding
WordPress Website Design
Print Design
Package Design
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Full Service Local Marketing For Remarkable Local Service Businesses
Founded in 2017, Pillar Digital Marketing Agency offers website design and internet marketing services for local service businesses. Our Local Marketing Foundation blueprint sets the stage, integrating brand messaging, Google Business optimization, and a mobile-friendly website. After the essentials are in...
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Digital Services
WordPress Website Design
Reputation Management
Logo Design
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Location
White Plains, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$147/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
5 Projects Listed
Pillar Digital Marketing Agency Services
Digital Services
WordPress Website Design
Reputation Management
Logo Design
Branding
CRM Consulting
CRO
Content Marketing
Graphic Design
Digital Marketing
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MCAS Roofing & Contracting Inc
Mazzacone Plumbing & Heating
Clear Drains LLC
Giuliani Air Conditioning & Heating
County Center Roofing
Gala Magriñá Design
Mary Cioffi Executive Coaching Services
Jesse Rinka Photography
Clinton Kearney Garage Door
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Pillar Digital Marketing Agency Reviews & Testimonials
AHMAD ABOUZANAT STUDIO
Review from Google
5.0★
AHMAD ABOUZANAT STUDIO's Review Sourced from Google
Working with Pillar Digital Marketing has been an excellent experience! They helped us redesign our website, create engaging content and improve SEO results in a way that boosted our online presence.
As an interior design business, we especially appreciate that the process didn’t compromise the visual quality and the team worked with us fully knowing how important it is to stay true to how we like to present our work.
Highly recommend!
Gigi Dayan
Review from Google
5.0★
Gigi Dayan's Review Sourced from Google
Working with Joe has been an absolute game changer. He’s currently handling my CRM system, website, and a few other critical projects. I genuinely can’t think of anything this guy can’t do. He’s sharp, focused, and incredibly committed to delivering results.
What really sets Joe apart is how clear and efficient he is. I’ve worked with multiple companies in the past, but no one has come close to Joe’s level of skill, responsiveness, and dedication. He’s a true “one-man band” who operates like an entire team.
Makeup By Cami Mancipe LLC
Review from Google
5.0★
Makeup By Cami Mancipe LLC's Review Sourced from Google
Pillar Digital Marketing Agency did my website for my makeup business in Westchester, NY. To start, my website is so well designed, easy to navigate, fast, and aesthetically beautiful. It represents my business in every way!
As a foreigner living in the area and trying to make space for myself in the industry without knowing many people, starting out was a little harder. But I have to say, my website and everything else Pillar has helped me with has worked like magic. Within just a week and a half, I got my first lead from the website, and new clients have kept coming.
This has made a huge and exciting difference for my business, and I couldn’t recommend them more!
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BrandZap is a design consultancy specializing in b2b startups and growth-stage companies. Unlike giant expensive agencies, or cheap unreliable freelancers, we keep things simple: straight-forward pricing and easy-to-understand website packages...
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Design Services
Branding
Web Design
Graphic Design
Web Development
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$120/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
7 Projects Listed
BrandZap Services
Design Services
Branding
Web Design
Graphic Design
Web Development
UI/UX Design
Digital Strategy
Logo Design
Creative Services
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USATILITY is a creative agency founded in 2021 by Evan Combs to challenge the one-size-fits-all approach to design. Born from a passion for accessibility, strategy, and unfiltered creativity, USATILITY helps brands grow through design, web, motion, and storytelling that puts people first. Our mission is...
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Branding
Social Media Marketing
Web Development
Graphic Design
Package Design
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
USATILITY Services
Branding
Social Media Marketing
Web Development
Graphic Design
Package Design
Advertising
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We are Axolot, an independent web design, branding and web positioning agency. We build brands with character and help them connect with their audience...
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Web Design
eCommerce Development
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
Logo Design
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$10/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
Axolot Agency Services
Web Design
eCommerce Development
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
Logo Design
Graphic Design
Digital Strategy
SEO
Digital Marketing
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RadCap is a Brooklyn-based creative studio specializing in web, print, and branding solutions that amplify bold ideas and build cohesive visual identities...
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Web Design
Graphic Design
SEO
Branding
Logo Design
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$40/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
RadCap Services
Web Design
Graphic Design
SEO
Branding
Logo Design
Print Design
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Strategic web and brand design studio serving service providers, small businesses, and e-commerce brands. We specialize in conversion-focused website design, brand identity development, and UI/UX design that positions clients as industry experts...
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Web Design
Branding
Graphic Design
Logo Design
Package Design
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Location
Rochester, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
Rosella Studio Services
Web Design
Branding
Graphic Design
Logo Design
Package Design
Print Design
Design Services
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Clive Jacobson is a renowned graphic designer and illustrator based in New York City. He gained recognition as the Art Director for ID-Magazine of International Design and later served as Executive Creative Director at a top Madison Avenue agency, where he collaborated with prominent clients including Escada...
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Logo Design
Branding
Package Design
Web Design
Advertising
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$75/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
Clive Jacobson Design Services
Logo Design
Branding
Package Design
Web Design
Advertising
Graphic Design
Print Design
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Crafting stunning websites that not only look great but also perform at their best. We offer a comprehensive range of services to meet your organization/business needs. We leverage the latest technologies to provide innovative result-oriented solutions that enhance user experience and engagement...
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Web Development
Graphic Design
SEO
Branding
Design Services
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Amedia Technology Services
Web Development
Graphic Design
SEO
Branding
Design Services
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Community Worship Center
Cut by Design
Elsimage
CS Brooklyn
Mt Sanai
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Amedia Technology Reviews & Testimonials
Alfris Edwards
Review from Google
5.0★
Alfris Edwards's Review Sourced from Google
Best of the best when it comes to websites. Fast, efficient, amazing designs. Excellent customer service.
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Izla Technologies is a leading Software Development Company in USA that provide digital marketing, web and software solutions for various industries...
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Web Development
Mobile App Development
Digital Marketing
Web Design
UI/UX Design
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Location
North Bellmore, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$35/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
Izla Technologies Services
Web Development
Mobile App Development
Digital Marketing
Web Design
UI/UX Design
PPC
Email Marketing
Graphic Design
Staff Augmentation
SEO
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An agency that truly understands the value of marketing in business, we are a leading digital marketing company dedicated to becoming a strong pillar for your business, propelling it to new heights with exponentially high profits. We are well aware of the boundaries of marketing and advertising, but we are...
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Digital Marketing
Graphic Design
Branding
Logo Design
Web Development
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Hi-tech Marketing Agency Services
Digital Marketing
Graphic Design
Branding
Logo Design
Web Development
eCommerce Development
SEO
PPC
CRO
Social Media Marketing
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We are a Creative Digital Agency based in Cairo, Egypt. Our aim is to help businesses grow in a fresh new style by providing a wide variety of digital tools and services enabling business owners to be more in control and easily achieve their business goals...
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Web Design
WordPress Website Design
Design Services
Graphic Design
Branding
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$25/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Kyberia Agency Services
Web Design
WordPress Website Design
Design Services
Graphic Design
Branding
Creative Services
Product Design
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Flow Agency LLC is dedicated to inspiring and elevating brands by delivering seamless and exceptional design experiences tailored to their unique identities and goals. With a focus on innovation and creativity, we strive to help our clients stand out in their respective markets...
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Branding
Logo Design
Design Services
Graphic Design
Digital Services
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Flow Agency LLC Services
Branding
Logo Design
Design Services
Graphic Design
Digital Services
WordPress Website Design
eCommerce Development
Web Design
Print Design
Creative Services
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A Boundary-Pushing, Modern Marketing & Full-Service Creative Agency
Williams Media is a diverse team of boundary-pushing, creative thinkers who are dedicated to serving our clients with passion, integrity, and modern marketing solutions that actually work. We strive to create meaningful experiences through a comprehensive suite of Creative and Marketing Services...
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SEO
Advertising
Social Media Marketing
Content Marketing
Branding
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Location
Buffalo, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Williams Media Services
SEO
Advertising
Social Media Marketing
Content Marketing
Branding
Graphic Design
Logo Design
Video Production
Creative Services
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Spectrum Health & Human Services
Moog
Jade Stone Engineering
McGuire Development
Beverly Hills Polo Club
Ski Yard
Ontario Specialty Contracting
Tronconi Segarra & Associates
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Williams Media Reviews & Testimonials
WoodMaxx Power Equipment
Review from Google
5.0★
WoodMaxx Power Equipment's Review Sourced from Google
Williams Media has been a phenomenal partner for us! We've worked with them for a few years now and they have successfully helped us scale our business through strategic marketing plans, unique SEO tactics, and cohesive branding. They recently worked with us to refresh our company logo and truly are one of the most creative teams we've ever worked with! They're very responsive, truly care about us and our customers, and go above and beyond with every project we've worked with them on. Their team is filled with innovative minds that are always forward-thinking and making thoughtful recommendations as the market changes to keep our business top-of-mind. We couldn't have asked for a better partner to manage our website, SEO, and Paid SEM efforts. Thank you, Williams Media!
Jayce Wallace
Review from Google
5.0★
Jayce Wallace's Review Sourced from Google
Williams Media has been an amazing resource for our business since 2015. They've approached our relationship as a partner, not a transactional resource. From the initial consultation to ongoing website management, it's always been a great experience. Clean branding, clear messaging, and a responsive team is all I could ask for. I would highly recommend them for your marketing needs.
kevin scherer
Review from Google
5.0★
kevin scherer's Review Sourced from Google
The quality of their work was incredible, and simple things like the response time which means a lot to private businesses was impeccable. Also, they were completely on the ball and didn’t treat you any different lately then the big companies. They were gracious good men, and honest, I had a great experience with them when we were doing business Scherer’s furniture
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We create visually striking websites that drive results. Through expert web design, logo development, and SEO, we turn your online presence into a strategic tool for growth and customer conversion...
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Web Design
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
eCommerce Development
Logo Design
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Location
Hicksville, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$120/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Art of Media Design, LLC Services
Web Design
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
eCommerce Development
Logo Design
Graphic Design
SEO
eCommerce
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Explore Pediatric Therapy
Vvash Mobile Detailing
Novel Movie Animals
Gold Star Plumbing
Polk Environmental Services
Buttercup Dairy Store
61K9 Dog Training
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Art of Media Design, LLC Reviews & Testimonials
Thomas Worley
Review from Google
5.0★
Thomas Worley's Review Sourced from Google
So we have recently dealt with Anthony at the company and had our website redesigned and manufactured. He made it a very very easy job and was very quick with the turnaround of work and had the website built within a short period of time and managed to put it live by the end of the week. I honestly cannot recommend him enough for the Quality Of work and the ethos to work that he had
Matthew Thompson
Review from Google
5.0★
Matthew Thompson's Review Sourced from Google
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Professional Website Design for Our Home Service Business!
We couldn’t be happier with our experience working with Art of Media Design. As a Plumbing & HVAC company, we needed a clean, modern, and high-performing website to showcase our services—and that’s exactly what they delivered.
From the start, Anthony and his team were responsive, knowledgeable, and incredibly easy to work with. The site they built not only looks great but is also SEO-optimized, mobile-friendly, and AI-ready, helping us rank better online and convert more leads.
Anthony truly understands what small businesses in the home service industry need from a digital presence. If you're looking for a web design agency that knows how to build a site that works hard for your brand, Art of Media Design is the way to go.
Highly recommend!
Jake J
Review from Google
5.0★
Jake J's Review Sourced from Google
I recently worked with Art of Media Design on a full website redesign, and the experience was excellent from start to finish. I’ve worked with other designers in the past, but these guys actually get it — not just design, but how to build a site that loads fast, ranks on Google, and looks clean on all devices.
I have family on Long Island and visit often, so I wanted to support a team local to that area. They specialize in Long Island web design, but honestly, they’re great no matter where you're located. The communication was smooth, the work was professional, and they delivered exactly what I needed — a website that finally works for my business.
If you're serious about getting found online and want a site that actually performs, Art of Media Design is the team to talk to.
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What does a New York graphic designer’s client retention rate tell me, and how do I find it?
Client retention rate measures the share of paying clients who continue working with an agency over a given period. In essence, it reveals whether an agency sustains long-term client relationships or primarily works on one-off projects.
In creative services, a good retention rate commonly clusters between 70% and 80%, with top‑performing agencies sometimes exceeding 85%. For purely project‑based setups (including many design studios), retention is often closer to 50% to 70%. So, while the 70% to 85% band is plausible for a retainer‑oriented graphic design company in New York, it’s more of a ballpark than a universal standard.
The cleanest method to find out the rate is to ask the agency directly: “What percentage of your clients come back beyond the initial project?” or “What is your annual client retention rate?” You can also look for indirect signals in their portfolio: repeat appearances of the same brand across different campaigns or touchpoints strongly suggest ongoing relationships and are a reasonable proxy when hard numbers aren’t shared.
How does New York's design scene differ from other major creative hubs like California, and does that affect the work?
New York's design scene is distinctly commerce-driven compared to other major hubs. Graphic design companies in New York are greatly shaped by the demands of finance, fashion, media, and publishing, which means the work tends to prioritize brand authority, editorial precision, and market positioning over the more experimental or technology-forward aesthetics you often see coming out of California-based agencies.
These agencies operate in one of the most competitive and deadline-sensitive business environments in the world, which inherently produces designers who know how to work within brand constraints and deliver under pressure.
New York graphic designers, by virtue of their environment, tend to be fluent across a wider range of industries simultaneously, which makes them particularly well-suited for brands that need work to perform across both cultural and commercial contexts.
So, when evaluating a graphic design company in New York, it is worth considering whether their portfolio reflects the specific commercial pressures of your industry, because the city's diversity of influence is an asset only if the agency can channel it in a direction relevant to your business.
How much do these local specialists charge for their services?
Before budgeting for any creative project, it’s practical to know that the pricing for graphic design services in New York will vary based on whether you are engaging a boutique studio or a full-service agency.
The majority of graphic design companies in New York charge between $125 and $200 per hour, with more exclusive firms pushing rates up to $275 per hour. Here’s what to expect for different services:
Service
Average cost
Logo design
$300 to $1,500
Basic website design
$3,000 to $10,000
eCommerce website design
$5,000 to $50,000+
Single landing page design
$500 to $3,000
WordPress theme design
$1,000 to $5,000
App design
$3,000 to $30,000+
Icon design
$10 to $200+ per icon
Social media post design
$5 to $50 per post
Email template design
$100 to $500+
Infographic design
$100 to $2,000+
What are the most common hidden fees graphic design firms in New York charge that clients don't expect?
The most common unexpected cost is revision fees. Most graphic design companies in New York structure contracts around a fixed number of revision rounds, and any changes requested beyond that threshold are billed separately, often at the agency's full hourly rate.
Rush fees are also commonly underestimated, typically adding 25% to 50% to the project cost when timelines compress, and in a New York agency environment, where senior staff time is highly allocated, even modest deadline changes can trigger that surcharge. Third-party asset costs (stock photography, licensed typefaces) are also frequently excluded from the initial project quote and billed as pass-through expenses.
Who owns the final design files, and why does it matter if the agency retains the source files?
Ownership of final design files is one of the most consequential and least-discussed points in any client-agency agreement, and the default position of most graphic design companies in New York is that they retain the native source files unless the contract explicitly states otherwise.
What you typically receive at the end of a project are flattened export files (a PDF of your logo, a JPEG of your brand assets), which are sufficient for immediate use but leave you dependent on the original agency for any future modifications, scaling, or adaptations of the work.
The consequence of this becomes most visible when you need to resize a brand asset for a new application, launch a product extension that requires design adaptation, or simply switch to a different graphic design company in New York at any point. Not owning the source files means starting from scratch or returning to your original agency on their terms and at their rates.
The reason agencies retain source files is partly commercial, as it creates recurring revenue and client lock-in, but it is also sometimes framed as protecting the integrity of the work, preventing unskilled modifications that could compromise the design system they built. That rationale has some merit, but it should not come at the cost of your operational independence.
Will a New York agency's higher cost of operations automatically mean higher fees for me, and is that premium justified?
Higher fees in New York State are not automatically justified by the cost of operations alone, but the talent pool and professional pedigree the state produces, even outside of the city, do provide a reasonable basis for a modest premium over agencies in lower-cost states. Graphic design firms in New York often charge roughly 20% to 40% more than comparable shops in lower‑cost markets, and many clients accept that premium mainly for access to senior‑level designers with big‑brand experience.
The cost dynamics shift considerably when you move beyond New York City into the broader state. Agencies operating in Buffalo, Albany, Rochester, or Syracuse carry lower overhead than their NYC counterparts, which typically translates into more competitive fees without a proportional drop in quality.
That said, New York State still commands a premium relative to national averages, and for legitimate reasons. The state's design ecosystem outside of NYC attracts professionals who have trained or worked in highly competitive environments, many having come from New York City itself, bringing that same caliber of commercial thinking to markets with lower operating costs. In practical terms, you may access senior-level technical and creative work at rates that a comparable NYC agency would not offer.
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