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.
Bureau of Small Projects applies Fortune 500 branding experience to small businesses and nonprofits, handling logo design, package design, print collateral, and web. Clients include the Planetary Society and Stanford, suiting mission-driven organizations seeking a custom graphic design company...
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Web Development Review from Michael Arnaldo
We have worked with Bureau of Small Projects as our primary WordPress engineering partner for over three years. They have consistently delivered on technically demanding projects and have been a reliable resource for both development work and ongoing site maintenance.What distinguishes them is the combination of technical capability and operational professionalism. Communication is structured and consistent, scoping is accurate, and the team responds quickly when issues come up. For organizations that need a dependable agency for sophisticated WordPress work, Bureau of Small Projects comes with our strong recommendation.
Web Development Review from Whit Garling, PMP
We needed a development partner that was highly capable, willing to work through ambiguity, and could handle the pressure of a fast-paced project with a large scope and extremely complicated stakeholder landscape.BSP delivered on all counts. We could not have asked for a better partner. They truly felt like an extension of our team when things got intense. Always quick to respond to fires, problem solve and offer options, and maintain poise at all times. 10/10 experience!Highly recommend this team to anyone looking for a world class development partner!
Small Business Review from Eryn Schnel Yolac
What an amazing journey this has been! Im incredibly impressed by the results, and I owe it all to David, Camielle, and the fantastic team. The outcome has far surpassed what I imagined, and Im genuinely thrilled. Your commitment and hard work are evident in every detail. Thank you for delivering such exceptional work!
BuzzFlick provides unique brand experiences through expert graphic design, logo animation, and video production. Our powerful insights optimize results across every branding and illustration campaign. Trusted globally with top ratings, our graphic design specialists craft compelling visuals that elevate your...
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Digital Advertising Review from Paul Fisher
BuzzFlick did a great job, on time, total pros... The company went over what i expected. They did such a great job! Executed my needs perfectly and created a fantastic pilot / sizzle reel for my new tv project. Great sound effects, Great Graphics, great editing, great transitions! Great music.. So happy with the result! thank you BuzzFlick
Digital Advertising Review from Jenna Quelle
The team was great to work with- talent and professionalism. They worked with us to create a vision and they delivered high-quality videos that captured our message. Communication was awesome, and they were always responsive to our needs. Highly recommend them for video production!
Video Production Review from Farasat I.
As a real estate company, we wanted to create an attention-grabbing, creative as well as informative video about us. So we thought of looking for companies that offer corporate video production services. We got in touch with team BuzzFlick and discussed our ideas. They guided us properly and created a video for our company that helped us to stand out in the market. It was a wonderful experience working with them.
More By Us is an international creative studio with 25+ years of leadership delivering brand identity, web design, marketing materials, and brand guidelines for clients including MoEngage, Kibo Commerce, and Betski — with multiple A' Design Award wins among top graphic design studios globally...
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Digital Services Review from Gerald viray
We partnered with More By Us to support our agency's ongoing design needs, including landing page design, web design, and marketing collateral for social media and paid advertising. From the start, their flexibility and ability to understand our clients' brands made the collaboration seamless. The team delivered high-quality designs on time and responded quickly to our requests, allowing us to be more efficient and keep our clients happy. Their project management was straightforward, with a reliable task management system and direct communication with designers. Initially impressed by their awards and reviews, we quickly realized why they have so many industry recognitions. Their creative services are easy to use, and the process they've built is highly effective. More By Us has become an invaluable partner, and I would easily recommend them to any company in need of design subscription services. Working with them has been a significant factor in our continued success.
Web Design Review from Meagan White
I've had the pleasure of working with More By Us at two companies now. When our organization was looking for a new design firm, they were the first one I considered. They have such a broad scope of design support. I've used them for web design, event booth support, collateral, decks, and more. They've also helped our company with UI work to our platform as they truly understand our brand guidelines and product. The team is always responsive, and prompt in delivery. I can't say enough positive things about them. I highly recommend More By Us - they are not only your agency partner, but truly part of your company's team.
Branding Review from Sophie SAINT-ANDRE
A Seamless Collaboration: Elevating Our Brand with More By UsWhen it comes to creating spaces that inspire, every detail matters. That's why when we decided to revamp our brand, we knew we needed the expertise of More By Us. From the get-go, it was clear that this partnership was going to take our brand to new heights.From the moment we sat down with More By Us, it was like they could read our minds. They understood our brand identity inside out and translated it into visuals that blew us away. Their creative approach and attention to detail were exactly what we needed to bring our vision to life.
Starfish is an independent NYC branding and brand experience agency with 20+ years serving clients including Avis, Dunkin', Gallup, ADL, and PwC. The agency covers brand strategy, visual identity, advertising, and experience design for B2B and B2C brands across enterprises and challengers...
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Graphic Design Review from Undisclosed
Starfish has been hired by an IT Firm for graphic design services. They are tasked with creating professional designs that meet the requirements for the software they are developing for their customers. Starfish has developed exceptional graphics, and the client's customers are satisfied with the outcome. The client has also profited enough from the team's designs, which ensures a progressive partnership. Their design are of good quality, and the client is extremely pleased with their services.
Brand Strategy Review from John Gamble
Starfish helped us create our new brand, including a new logo, brand identity and brand guidelines as well as a new company culture (vision, mission, values, and behaviors). Tenet undertook a thorough discovery process involving quantitative and qualitative research, data gathering, a competitive analysis, interviews of internal and external stakeholders, and surveys, which informed the creative process.
Branding Review from Declan Alphonso
Starfish strategic approach included qualitative and quantitative research, a competitive analysis, and a thoughtful creative process -- blending art and science to deliver excellent results. The team was communicative, flexible, and timely, and they provided outstanding guidance.
Founded in 2018, Justin Jenkins Designs in New York City has always been committed to assisting businesses and individuals in shaping their brand strategy and identity...
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Logo Design Review from Anthony Azario
Justin contacted me back ASAP on what was wanted. Also provided timely messages on how the process is going. I am more than pleased with the finished product and recommend using Justin for all your business needs.
Logo Design Review from Susan Polgar
I have been working for many years with JustinJenkinsDesigns. Justin is a very creative designer, yet always works at a fast pace. He goes over and beyond to deliver a product that makes his customer get what they are looking for. He just did for us the Rebel Queen logo, which I am very happy with. Strongly recommended!
Logo Design Review from Seth MacQuade Parker
The logo design process was perfect. Justin took all my input and created something beautiful to represent my company. Justin's web design is smooth, clean, and painless. He was able to get everything I asked for without making it look cluttered or unappealing.
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Web Design Review from Nathan Strum
We hired Burst Digital to design a new website, build the website, and optimize it for organic search rankings. We are extremely happy with the work they did. Their communication was a 5 out of 5. Everyone we have worked with at Burst has been professional and talented.
Web Design Review from Eden France
We were extremely pleased with the work delivered by Burst Digital. From the outset, their team demonstrated a clear understanding of our brand and vision, and translated that into a cohesive and beautifully executed package. They provided full branding, a website, and a complete set of graphic assets all delivered on time and to an exceptional standard. Communication was smooth throughout the project, and their attention to detail really stood out. A fantastic team to work with highly professional, creative, and reliable.
Web Design Review from Kathleen Livingston
We recently hired Burst Digital to redesign and rebuild our company website. As we are in a competitive industry, we needed a site that was not only visually aspirational but also practical on the back end: easy to maintain and update. Burst Agency managed every aspect of the redesign process from copywriting and art direction to web design and technical execution. What truly sets Burst Agency apart is their collaborative approach. Their team was consistently communicative, responsive, and results-oriented throughout both the design and build phase, and their support continued well beyond the launch. Their commitment to our project made them not just a service provider but a long-term partner in our success.I highly recommend Burst Digital to any business looking to elevate its online presence. Their comprehensive service and dedication to quality make them a standout partner in today's digital landscape.
Reach for the sky. We are Zero Negative. Your sidekick for big ideas. In a nutshell, Zero Negative is a small, boutique full-service design and development studio with a focus on creativity and close collaboration with clients. We make stuff - websites, web apps, interactive experiences, branding, and...
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Web Development Review from Jaroslav Tyman Jr.
We contacted Zero Negative about a two stage renewal of our company website with a very aggressive timeline for the first stage. Zero Negative worked and guided us through pulling off the first stage within our timeline while also ensuring that the content and ideas for that stage were readily applicable to the full design. When we got to the full design, they were fully responsible for corralling the various preferences and ideas from our team into a well executed cohesive site. We're now in a good spot and look forward to continuing to work with Zero Negative as our business and needs grow.
Web Development Review from Susan E. Roberts
Zero Negative did an exceptional job designing my website, roberts-communications.com. From the start, they understood that this wasn't just about aesthetics it was about positioning, credibility, and clarity for a senior-level communications brand.They translated a complex, high-stakes business into a site that feels polished, modern, and authoritative without being flashy or over designed. The process was collaborative, efficient, and thoughtful, and they were responsive to feedback while also offering smart guidance when it mattered.The final result reflects exactly how I want Roberts Communications to be perceived: strategic, sophisticated, and trusted. I would highly recommend Zero Negative to anyone looking for a design partner who understands brand, not just web building.
Web Development Review from Anonymous
These guys are the best! We engaged with Zero Negative to develop a comprehensive web-based system for our factory that allows for managing orders, processes, and inventory. This initiative was essential for us to secure a big ticket client. We truly could not have accomplished this without their assistance. They dedicated considerable time to on-boarding and collecting the requisite information, followed by prototyping the software, and ultimately developing it from scratch. Overall, we are very satisfied.
Atomsix Studio is a Global Design & Development Studio that solves complex problems for 500 Fortune companies and upcoming rising startups...
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Branding Review from Dustin Rea
The team at ATOM6 have been absolutely phenomenal partners on multiple client-facing and internal projects. We have done branding, UI / UX, design systems, wireframing, and product design. Gus and his team are experts in the field of design and are able to collaborate with product organizations to bring vision to life. ATOM6 does not cut corners on quality and has an excellent process for getting from idea to final product. I'm looking forward to a long-term partnership with the team.
Web Development Review from Adrian Sarstedt
ATOM6 has helped Sphere rapidly create a professionally recognizable brand and product. Their team has assisted on all elements of design, including marketing assets, company branding and product UX + UI. They are extremely motivated to help their customers deliver high quality solutions on schedule. I can not recommend them enough.
Web Development Review from Kenny Turano
It's been such a pleasure working with the team at ATOM6. They have become like an extended part of our Matterhorn team. The relationship began with a project we needed to complete in a tight timeframe. Gus chose to work with us and proposed a plan to get it done efficiently. We communicate regularly and everyone at ATOM6 has been committed to producing beautiful work. We've since engaged on 2 other projects.
Brand Clickx, a digital marketing agency with over three years of experience, provides strategic SEO, content writing, web development, and social media marketing services. We provide world class digital solutions for your business to grow, compete, and earn more profits. After the successful completion of...
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Web Development Review from Alexandre Lang - Willar
BRAND CLICKX redesigned the website of a fresh pet food delivery company. Focusing on conversion rate optimization, the team created a visually stunning design and added the necessary functionalities. BRAND CLICKX League Design Agency is still implementing changes, but the initial results are already promising. The client observed increased team morale and enthusiasm, which they viewed as a positive sign of future success. Moreover, their team was innovative, knowledgeable, and customer service-oriented. They showed exceptional problem-solving skills by carefully listening to our needs before offering tailored solutions.
Branding Review from Zach Baughan
Brand Clickx provides logo design, messaging, and ongoing lead generation. Thanks to Brand Clickx, the client has received a new logo and clearer and more targeted messaging. The team is highly receptive and precise with their deliverables, and internal stakeholders are particularly impressed with the service provider's professional and personable approach. "They're professional and fun to work with."
Branding Review from Shad Foos
Thanks to Brand Clickx, the client achieved internal alignment with their executive leadership and received positive feedback from other key stakeholders. They also successfully launched a brand narrative video. The teams services were top-notch, and their members were truly proactive and responsive. They pushed us in all the right ways to ensure that the project was delivered on time and budget.
MVWEBSOLUTION is a full-service and a Google Certified Online marketing agency offering innovative web marketing solutions to mid to large size companies across the globe...
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Digital Marketing Review from Meba Electric
Mvwebsolution, LLC provides digital marketing services for an accounting fintech company. They've worked on the website, created content, and analyzed the clients PPC strategies to help them with scalability.
Digital Marketing Review from Phil DeLuca
I’m the owner of Go Beyond Talk Therapy. MVWEBSOLUTION exceed expectations regarding our goals. The increase in ROI in particular stands out. They do project management extremely well. We have monthly meetings to discuss the account, review results, goals, accomplishments, campaigns, and more. The team always follows through on what they say they’ll do and are similarly always available and responsive to quickly resolve any issues that arise.
SEO Review from Ryan Brown
Their unique knowledge of online marketing solutions is a major strength. I would highly recommend MVWEBSOLUTION to any business looking to improve sales and increase site rankings. They were extremely engaged and suggested some creative ideas that helped achieve goals in better ways.
With a legacy dating back to 2007, Logo Design NYC is a family-owned and operated graphic design company that specializes in helping small businesses establish distinct and memorable brands with excellent logo design services...
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Logo Design Review from Brian Englebert
I really enjoyed working with Joe & Megan at Logo Design NYC. It's very hard to find talented, reliable vendors and we couldn't have been happier with the quality & creativity of their work. They truly nailed our vision. I would highly recommend them!
Web Design Review from Sir-Tay Jackson
Joe and his team are outstanding. Ive been working with them for a few years now, and they never cease to amaz[e] me with their creativity and extreme attention to detail. If youre wondering if you should pull the trigger and work with them, let it rip! You will leave satisfied and more than prepared to accomplish your business[...] goals! (Verified via email)
Small Business Review from Starr Ellis
Logo Design NYC's team exceeded all of the client's expectations. It provided beautiful designs for the client's rebranding. It was so helpful, informative, and absolutely receptive. Highly recommended! (Verified via email)
We help our clients with strategic, cost-effective video production services to gain customers and reach goals...
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Video Production Review from Dr. Crystal Bonds
It is with great enthusiasm that I give a review Mr. Travis Williams and Dynasty Films Production. Throughout my time working with Travis, he has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, integrity, and a relentless commitment to excellence.Travis possesses a rare blend of strategic thinking and the ability to execute with precision. Whether working with students, staff, or community members, he leads with authenticity and a deep understanding of how to foster meaningful relationships and drive impactful outcomes.He is particularly adept at building collaborative environments where innovation thrives. His forward-thinking approach to education, technology integration, and organizational leadership has made a significant difference in every initiative he has been part of.Moreover, Travis exemplifies resilience, adaptability, and a solutions-oriented mindset essential qualities for any leadership role. He brings passion, purpose, and a student-centered focus to everything he does, and it is without hesitation that I endorse him for opportunities that allow him to continue making a transformative impact.
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Video Production Review from Stephen Rubenacker
Dynasty Films is a true pleasure to work with. Extremely professional and courteous, they are second to none in terms of the creativity and attention to detail that they have put into each one of our productions.
Video Marketing Review from Dr. Miatheresa Pate
Working with Dynasty Film Productions Group was an absolute pleasure! The level of professionalism and creativity that Travis and his team brought to the table was truly outstanding. From the initial consultation to the final product, their thought partnering and patience ensured that every detail was executed flawlessly.What stood out most was their commitment to making the final project not just good, but amazing. They took the time to understand our vision, offered insightful suggestions, and worked diligently to bring everything to life in a way that exceeded expectations.Additionally, the pricing was fair and transparent from start to finish, which made the entire process smooth and stress-free. If you're looking for a team that is not only talented but also genuinely invested in delivering high-quality results, I highly recommend Travis and Dynasty Film Productions Group!
Level is an award-winning, full service creative agency specializing in strategy, branding, and design...
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Digital Services Review from Rishi Kapur
Level produced phenomenal and impactful work across every dimension of my firm’s marketing uplift, including branding, pitch deck, website and more. Their team worked tirelessly to bring a fresh and unique brand to the staid investment management industry. As a new start-up fund with limited resources, I found the creative process to be efficient, thought provoking and has significantly enhanced Kapur Investment Partners’ ongoing client engagement efforts.Nick and Jennifer complement each other.
Graphic Design Review from Tom Efinger
Level group is a top notch design team. Their experience and professionalism are exceptional. They did a fantastic job with the graphic design, web design, and overall branding of my company. Not only do I love the work they did, but it won a major design award! I give them my highest recommendation.
Rishi Kapur's Review Sourced from Google
Level produced phenomenal and impactful work across every dimension of my firm’s marketing uplift, including branding, pitch deck, website and more. Their team worked tirelessly to bring a fresh and unique brand to the staid investment management industry. As a new start-up fund with limited resources, I found the creative process to be efficient, thought provoking and has significantly enhanced Kapur Investment Partners’ ongoing client engagement efforts. Jennifer and Nick complement each other extremely well, in terms of design, structure and messaging. Their wealth of experience, six decades across countless business verticals and mediums (especially digital expertise), was indispensable in solving for every issue that arose. The finished products perfectly capture my firms’ spirit and substantially exceeded my expectations. I now feel confident and prepared to win new business. I’m looking forward to continuing my relationship with Level and entrusting them with my firm’s mission critical marketing work.
Pill Creative Studio is a branding agency for startups and growing companies ready to build distinctive, enterprise-ready brands and websites. We partner with clients who value strategic thinking as much as exceptional execution...
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Branding Review from Victoria Wicus MOT, OTR/L, BCP
We had the pleasure of working with Pill Creative Studio for our company branding, logo design, and website development, and we couldn't be more thrilled with the results! From start to finish, the team was incredibly easy to work with, always bringing a positive, collaborative energy to every meeting. The logo options presented to us were creative, fresh, and aligned perfectly with our vision. We really loved the color schemes that were suggested as well. Veronika and Matthew took the time to understand our brand's values and goals, making the entire process feel seamless and tailored to our needs. We have gotten several compliments from our employees and clients since we launched our new brand! Their passion for what they do is evident in the quality of their work and their commitment to delivering exactly what we were looking for. We're extremely satisfied with the final branding and look forward to continuing our work with them on future projects. We highly recommend Pill Creative Studio for anyone looking for a talented, dedicated, and passionate team to bring their brand to life!
Branding Review from David J. Camp
Veronika exceeded all my expectations with her outstanding work on my brand's identity, logo, and website. She consistently went the extra mile, ensuring that I was completely satisfied at every stage of the project. Her dedication, creativity, and attention to detail are unparalleled. Anyone who gets to collaborate with Veronika is in for an exceptional experience!
Startup Review from Lenka Cilova
The Pill Creative team developed a brand identity, user-friendly application interface, and landing page. They delivered exceptional solutions that aligned perfectly with the company's objectives.The project included brand strategy, brand identity, UX/UI design, and web development, showcasing Pill Creative Studio's prowess in crafting a cohesive and visually striking brand image.Their personalized approach and unwavering commitment to client satisfaction sets Pill Creative Studio apart. Despite being a smaller agency, they offered a boutique experience, prioritizing clear communication and responsiveness throughout the collaboration.Diplomachain's growing user base stands as a testament to the project's success, underscoring the effectiveness of Pill Creative Studio's contributions. With no areas for improvement noted, this collaboration serves as a shining example of a fruitful partnership, leaving both parties thoroughly satisfied with the outcome.
At Allinclusive., we don't just do marketing, we make it look easy. Think of us as your partners, not just an agency. We take the complexity out of digital marketing, crafting strategies that work and drive real results...
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Social Media Marketing Review from Eralp Şenkardeş
Allinclusive. is an amazing group of individuals. Not only are they awesome at what they do (which seems to be just about everything), but they are a blast to work with. Their creativity is boundless and their enthusiasm is contagious! We used this great bunch to do a complete social media marketing and management from scratch! Amazing works guys!
Creative Services Review from David VanderWaal
Quite frankly we are pretty tough customers. But Allinclusive. team was able to handle our day-to-day communications and project style and help us achieve our goals.Thank you to the whole Allinclusive. Team! We cannot recommend them highly enough.
Creative Services Review from Andreas Kroiss
We've worked with Allinclusive. on multiple projects. As always, the results far exceeded our expectations, especially for the cost. Even though we have been very loyal clients, we were never taken for granted and are always treated like they were trying to win our business. They always had ideas for us and knew what questions to ask. I highly highly recommends them.
VANZ brings ideas to life with bold 2D and 3D animation, product launch films, and photorealistic renders. We turn concepts into visuals that captivate, inspire, and stick for tech, gaming, and apparel brands that want to stand out...
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Video Production Review from Meaghan Sandtorv
Having worked with VM for more than 2 years, I can confidently say they are the best agency I've ever had the pleasure of working with. We have worked with them in both a video capacity and used them on an ad-hoc basis for miscellaneous design needs such as brand illustrations, ad campaigns, and social media content. Communication is timely, feedback is promptly incorporated, and the final product always exceeds our expectations and is of the highest quality. As an art director with limited bandwidth, I never feel like I have to micromanage them in order to get the results I'm looking for— what they deliver always meets the brief, sometimes on the first try. The team is so pleasant to work with— it truly feels like a collaboration rather than delegation. I cannot recommend VM enough!
Video Production Review from Eric Swenson
We worked with VM to produce an animated video for Prophet Security's presence at RSA Conference, and the experience was excellent from start to finish. What stood out early on was how the team took the time to learn about our market, understand the audience we were trying to reach, and get a clear handle on what we wanted the video to accomplish. That effort showed in the final product. The graphics were sharp and engaging, and the messaging landed exactly the way we needed it to. Beyond the creative work, the team was a pleasure to collaborate with: responsive, open to feedback, and genuinely invested in getting it right. I would highly recommend VM to anyone looking for quality motion graphics work, especially if you need a creative partner who's willing to go deep on your story in order to translate complex, technical concepts into compelling visual storytelling.
Video Marketing Review from Calen Pogue
The VanzMaedia team worked on a large "U" shaped video screen that was inside a 60'x90' show booth at the PGA Show in Orlando, Fl. They created premium motion graphics, text transition, and product animations for a 6 minute brand sequence. Their team took direction extremely well and even provided some creative input on the flow and transitions for the video. They were very responsive and communicative and made us feel at ease with a tight deadline. Their knowledge and know how and ability to understand the project is unparalleled. Producing a video that was creative, polished, and satisfied key stakeholders visions. Ultimately leading to a successful show that generated revenue for the business.
At Stan Branding, we have honed our expertise in various facets of the industry, including packaging and label design, branding services, and web design development. As a branding agency, we understand that every element of a brand is interconnected, shaping the impressions that customers form...
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We're a digital solutions consultancy focused on providing full-stack MarTech development and implementation services. With extensive experience in MarTech, CRM systems, Web Design, UX/UI, and digital marketing, we provide high-quality bespoke customer experiences that drive long-term value. Contact us today...
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WordPress Website Design Review from Andrea Nieves
Sfera Interactive produced an amazing website for us and we couldn’t be happier with the results. They really collaborated with us on ideas and were fast and efficient getting us up and running. We are very happy with the website and have received some great comments about it.
WordPress Website Design Review from Carol Campbell
Stanley and his team at Sfera Interactive are great to work with. They listened to our needs and delivered a solution that allowed us to dramatically increase our event attendance and membership. We’re so pleased with the results that they continue to be our go-to firm for all of our web needs.
Martech Review from Martin Porter
I wouldn't be in business today if it wasn't for Stan and his crew at Sfera!
Located in New York City, The O Group is a branding and creative agency specializing in unearthing distinctive brand value for businesses aiming to establish connections with a discerning luxury lifestyle audience through specialized luxury branding...
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Branding Review from Shwetambari Mody
Being a start-up inside a very competitive landscape, our brand needed to be perfect from the very beginning. From positioning and strategy to all the brand assets required for launching, The O Group delivered thoughtful and creative solutions beyond our expectations. I could not have asked for a better luxury brand marketing partner.
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Branding Review from Reout Kallati
As a brand marketing agency, The O Group did a masterful job transforming and positioning our luxury jewelry brand into a unique offering that can stand toe-to-toe with the best in our industry.
Wolf&Whale is an award-winning design studio bringing together the senior experience across UX/UI design, branding, copywriting, and development without the excess. So you get the deep knowledge that comes with experience at places like Apple and Netflix, but a flat structure so the knowledge can be put into...
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Branding Review from Hannah Alstein
I had the pleasure of collaborating with the founder, Todd and his team to develop a comprehensive messaging and branding strategy, as well as to design a website for a sustainable event planning concept. Todd's attentiveness and ability to truly understand our challenges and the narrative we aimed to convey were truly commendable. He effectively captured and communicated our story in a manner that felt authentic and resonated with our audience. Todd and his team's work exceeded our expectations and set a high standard for quality.
Digital Design Review from Shayan Bokaie
Todd and his team at Wolf&Whale are world-class designers and strategists who helped me build a product roadmap and website design. They are a very sharp, creative, and collaborative team that have a ton of impressive experience to help validate their approach. I was super happy with how timely they were in delivering mockups, research, and directional work. I'm looking forward to continuing our work with them as we launch our business in a few months.
Unlock your brand's potential with the premier design agency in New York. From graphic design expertise to comprehensive creative solutions, Tuman is the go-to graphic design agency in NYC for unparalleled results...
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Prime Studio is an integrated Product + Brand design consultancy, with Prime Strategy as its advisory arm focused on defining what to build before its designed or engineered. Based in the heart of NYC, we combine strategic insight and thoughtful design to help teams move from early thinking to marke...
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Sean Busch's Review Sourced from Google
Stuart and his team are very impressive to work with. We came to them with a concept and very preliminary (Kindergarten-level) drawings. They were able to take that plan and deliver something market ready in a few short meetings. They also helped with the supplier meetings to ensure tolerances, resin mixtures, and other details we had no idea about - were done to the level we were expecting. The end result was a physical product that carried two patents (which they helped with, too) and something truly innovative to an otherwise mature, sleepy category. I was very impressed by how the Prime Studio team worked and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. In fact, I've referred a few people there way already.
Doug Stukenborg's Review Sourced from Google
As co-Founder and former CEO of Welly, I can highly recommend Prime Studio as a product design partner. They worked seemlessly with our team and creative agency partner to ideate, develop options and ultimately decide on our final product and packaging design. They sought to understand our strategy and the essence of the brand in their process. I also appreciated that while we had a point person from their team to support our day-to-day efforts that they always found ways to gather ideas from their broader team to optimize the overall design. Finally, they worked closely with our manufacturing partners to ensure the design went from drawing to a physical product flawlessly. We would not have had the success we had without their partnership and support.
Robin Tan's Review Sourced from Google
We had the pleasure of collaborating with Prime Studio as an industry partner on several projects to help the end client launch a successful product(s). Throughout our partnership, Prime Studio consistently demonstrated exceptional professionalism and expertise. Their team was highly knowledgeable, responsive, and dedicated to delivering high-quality results.Prime Studio's innovative approach and attention to detail significantly contributed to the success of our projects. They were always willing to go the extra mile to ensure that our goals were met and that the end client received the best possible outcomes.We highly recommend Prime Studio to any organization looking for a reliable and skilled partner for branding and product experience. Their commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction is truly commendable.
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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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'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'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.
DesignBub is your go-to agency for all your design needs. We specialize in creating beautiful websites, eye-catching graphics, and high-quality print materials, all with a focus on creativity and attention to detail. Our team of skilled designers is dedicated to bringing your vision to life, ensuring every...
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Namusonge Francis's Review Sourced from Google
I had an excellent experience working with Design Bub on the cover design for my book, Neglect by Design. From the beginning, the team was professional, responsive, and attentive to my vision. They took a complex and emotionally charged subject and transformed it into a visually compelling cover that captures the essence of the book with remarkable creativity and depth.The final design exceeded my expectations. The imagery, typography, layout, and overall presentation work together beautifully to communicate the book's themes of identity, isolation, social neglect, and resilience. The front cover is striking and thought-provoking, while the back cover and spine are professionally executed and well-balanced.I particularly appreciated the team's willingness to accommodate revisions and their commitment to ensuring every detail was polished. Their communication throughout the process was clear, timely, and collaborative.I highly recommend Design Bub to any author seeking a professional, creative, and impactful book cover design. Their work has given my book a strong visual identity that I am proud to present to readers.— Francis Namusonge, Author of Neglect by Design
Ali Ahsan Munir's Review Sourced from Google
Great experience with DesignBub! They handled my logo design, business cards, letterhead, website, and company profile professionally. The designs were clean, modern, and perfectly aligned with my brand. Highly recommended for quality and reliability.
Saqib Shafii's Review Sourced from Google
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I've worked with Element Media for over five years now and am always satisfied with their professionalism and creativity.
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The tangible advantage is the commercial rigor that New York graphic designers bring. Notably, industries such as luxury, beauty, fashion, and consumer goods have their aesthetic standards largely set by New York's design culture.
If your brand competes in any of those spaces, or aspires to, work produced by a graphic design agency in New York will be calibrated to those standards.
Where the credibility argument becomes weaker is in industries that are geographically rooted or community-driven: regional retail, local hospitality, municipal services, or businesses where the audience actively values local identity.
In those situations, a New York graphic design firm may actually produce work that feels tonally misaligned, optimized for a commercial sophistication that your audience does not respond to and may even find off-putting.
The consumer segment is also worth considering in this context. If your brand operates in a B2B sphere where you are being evaluated by sophisticated buyers (investors, enterprise procurement teams), the quality standard that a New York agency typically delivers can function as a credibility signal in its own right.
The work itself communicates that your organization invests in its brand at a serious level, which carries weight in high-stakes evaluation environments regardless of where you are based.
Here is what a realistic graphic design project timeline looks like, broken down by service type:
Most graphic design companies in New York structure contracts around two to three formal revision rounds per project phase, which is relatively standard across the industry.
However, the definition of what constitutes a "revision round" is where clients frequently encounter friction.
A single revision round typically means one consolidated set of feedback submitted by the client, responded to in full by the agency.
It does not mean an ongoing back-and-forth dialogue, and agencies in the New York market are generally strict about this distinction, given the premium value they place on senior staff time.
Where it becomes more nuanced is in how phases are defined within the contract.
A branding project may be broken into distinct phases: strategy, concept development, refinement, and finalization, each carrying its own separate revision allowance, meaning the total number of feedback opportunities across the full engagement can be higher than the per-phase number suggests.
Understanding this structure upfront is important because clients who provide fragmented or unconsolidated feedback across multiple touchpoints can exhaust their revision rounds before the work reaches a satisfactory conclusion.
A graphic design contract protects both parties, but several common clauses are structured in ways that disproportionately favor the agency and are easy to overlook before signing. Here’s what to look out for:
Most agencies control the pitch conversation by design. To evaluate a graphic designer in New York on your terms rather than theirs, you should ask some of the following questions:
The pricing model itself is diagnostic as it tells you how an agency thinks about risk and scope before you have reviewed a single deliverable.
A project-based agency has done this work enough times to price it with confidence, but has a financial incentive to scope narrowly and bill for anything outside that boundary.
A time-and-materials agency absorbs scope ambiguity more flexibly, but transfers financial risk to you, which might make final costs harder to forecast without close oversight.
The more useful question is not which model is better, but which aligns with your project: well-defined briefs favor fixed-project pricing, while engagements involving discovery or frequent stakeholder input often work better on a time-and-materials or retainer basis.
To compare two agencies using different models directly, ask each to estimate total project hours and derive their blended hourly rate across the team assigned to your account.
That single number tells you more about relative value than the pricing structure ever will.
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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.
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.
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+ |
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.
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.
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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