Find graphic design companies that create visually compelling assets that strengthen your brand and drive real business results. Choose from our vetted list of graphic design agencies specializing in branding, UI/UX, and digital design.

  • Branding & Digital Marketing Agency

    Branding & Digital Marketing Agency

    We believe in building deep, long-lasting client relationships and celebrating diversity of background, culture, experience, and thought...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Tallahassee, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • MARKETING, SEO, WEBSITE & GRAPHIC DESIGN SERVICES

    MARKETING, SEO, WEBSITE & GRAPHIC DESIGN SERVICES

    SEO is an art that I have truly enjoyed for well over 15 years! Do you need help with SEO and getting found by the search engines and your target market? Contact me, I can help! I absolutely dig SEO and I'm eager to help my clients increase their website visitor stats as well as product sales through powerful...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Talihina, Oklahoma
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $65/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • An award-winning agency based in London, creating brand, identity, packaging, retail, experiential and corporate comms for multinational clients and design agencies alike...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We craft engaging brands that inspire action. From positioning to naming, logo development through to full visual identity systems, we can create everything you need to turn an idea into a strategy and bring concepts to life...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • DIGITAL THAT MOVES THE NEEDLE

    DIGITAL THAT MOVES THE NEEDLE

    Lunar Digital is a Digital Marketing Agency, based in Digbeth, the creative heart of Birmingham. We bring together strategy, content, media and performance to help brands grow in ways that actually matter...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Public Relations
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Bread is an events and promotions agency bringing experienced professionals together to create a unique 360° approach to MARKETING. PR. EVENTS. DIGITAL. VIRTUAL. BRANDING. STRATEGY...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • T40 Digital is a full-service digital marketing agency based in the West Midlands. Specialising in WordPress website design and development, search engine optimisation (SEO), pay per click advertising and digital consultancy...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Digital Made Simple. Our purpose is to simplify your frustrations in digital and solve the challenges you face to help make you more money and progressively grow your business. Digital Challenges? Website platform or design concerns? Worried about getting digital right? We are here. Always. Keeping...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Product Design
    • Digital Services
    • Logo Design
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • As a digital marketing agency in the creative hub of the Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham, were a perfect blend of the right people in the right place. Were a team of individual experts and ideas, mixing together to make something more powerful. Are you ready to join us on that journey?...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Advertising
    • eCommerce
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Gloss is a creative agency whose innovation knows no bounds. We are expert originators, bringing ideas to life by thinking without constraints...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Bringing the world of digital strategy and content together for clients with clear, measurable results...

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We create content that entertains, educates and engages, and our services will help you develop cross-channel creative strategies, ideas and routes which engage your target audience...

    Top Services:

    • Video Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Delivering more profitable leads by bridging the gap between your sales and marketing efforts...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Glasgow, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Brand Driven Design

    Brand Driven Design

    Opened in 2005, Bianca Frank Design is a boutique design studio located in Anchorage Alaska. We work within a direct client/creative model. No middlemen or account managers. Our focus is to partner with business owners, marketing directors, entrepreneurs and professional businesses...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Anchorage, Alaska
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $160/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We design solutions for digital problems

    We design solutions for digital problems

    Build better customer experiences with Bond Design & Co. Visual and captivating design solutions tailor-made for you...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • WE HELP YOU TELL YOUR STORY

    WE HELP YOU TELL YOUR STORY

    Toud - we help you tell your story!...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Design Services
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Cerbureni, Romania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Yup were a full service graphic design agency.

    Yup were a full service graphic design agency.

    Studio B is a creative full-service marketing, graphic design and web design agency with its main office near San Francisco, Marin, Napa, and Sonoma...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    Location
    Santa Rosa, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Digital agency and Leeds first Certified B Corporation Attention to digital...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • PPC
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    Location
    Leeds, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Digital. Marketing. Creative A full service agency in Leeds. Established in 2019 by a team with decades of experience delivering for clients...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Creative Services
    • Public Relations
    • Advertising
    • PPC
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    Location
    Leeds, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Proactive Marketing Promising Results

    Proactive Marketing Promising Results

    We leverage Customer-centric, 360 data-driven marketing and optization to reach business goals faster and drive nong term value. We're a trusted Creative and Marketing Agency in Connecticut that helped several businesses, SMBs, entrepreneurs, and brands with digital solutions fit in a modern customer-centric...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Waterbury, Connecticut
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Designs that Connect, Brands that Thrive.

    Designs that Connect, Brands that Thrive.

    Were a black owned graphic design studio based out of Toronto, Canada, who builds bold & energetic branding for small businesses who want to level up...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Services
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Passionate about beautiful design.

    Passionate about beautiful design.

    We add value, increase sales and offer a great ROI. Offering innovative ideas, great British design, a personal approach and tailored solutions to meet your business needs, we ensure we work with you, not for you. Your opinion matters to us, nobody knows your business better than you do. Your business...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Inverness, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Making a Revolution in Your Business is Our Business

    Making a Revolution in Your Business is Our Business

    Revo - Revolution Advertising Agency is a Full Service, Marketing Communication & Creative Agency.We are Accredited & Registered Advertising Agency from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (HQ) Professional Full Services Advertising Agency (ATL) International Standards Thinking & Ideas with Expert for Marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Battaramulla, Sri Lanka
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • DO DIGITAL AGENCY | YOUR DIGITAL PARTNER FOR STATIC, MOTION AND INTERACTIVE 3D CONTENT.

    DO DIGITAL AGENCY | YOUR DIGITAL PARTNER FOR STATIC, MOTION AND INTERACTIVE 3D CONTENT.

    DO DIGITAL AGENCY | YOUR DIGITAL PARTNER FOR STATIC, MOTION AND INTERACTIVE 3D CONTENT. HELPING BUSINESSES, ORGANISATIONS AND DESIGN AGENCIES HARNESS 3D TECHNOLOGIES BY CREATING EXTRAORDINARY VISUALS & ENGAGING EXPERIENCES...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Product Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Cardiff, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Websites and Graphic Design from New Orleans

    Websites and Graphic Design from New Orleans

    Website design and development...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Welcome to Studiowide. We are a full-service marketing company based in Hardman Street, Liverpool. We help businesses launch their sales funnel, grow their email list and scale their business with proven digital marketing tools and strategies...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Video Production
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Liverpool, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Ignite your purpose, accelerate your growth

    Ignite your purpose, accelerate your growth

    Be Aligned is a Veteran, Woman-Owned business providing exceptional copywriting branding, web design, and SEO services. We're a global grand headquartered in St. Louis, serving clients world-wide. We help business owners get more leads, attract ideal clients, and increase sales so you can confidently...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    St. Louis, Missouri
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • With over 30 years of experience, Kenyons deliver an unrivalled service to clients across many different sectors. Our experience covers everything from PR and marketing to advertising, branding, and web design...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Liverpool, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Elevating Your Online Presence with Creative Web Solutions.

    Elevating Your Online Presence with Creative Web Solutions.

    At PixarsArt we work to enhance your online presence. Leading technology used to provide creative web design and development services. Our focus is to increase your business turnover with an effective online presence...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Product Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Plano, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Liverpool based marketing agency offering bespoke and tailored digital marketing management...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Video Production
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Liverpool, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Anyone can make a pretty picture, but is it effective?

    Anyone can make a pretty picture, but is it effective?

    Creating effective designs that help you achieve your marketing objectives is the name of our game! Eye-catching + Effective...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Find, Convince & Convert your Target Audience with Lead Gen Websites, Safe SEO & Pro Branding.

    Find, Convince & Convert your Target Audience with Lead Gen Websites, Safe SEO & Pro Branding.

    We are EDOT3, a digital agency in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne specialising In Web Design, SEO Strategy and Branding. We've been helping clients UK wide since 2007 to to Find, Convince and Convert thier target audience with great success...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • SEO
    • Branding
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    Location
    Newcastle, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Say How High

    We Say How High

    We are experts in creating, developing and communicating brands through design, development and marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Newcastle, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    22 Projects Listed
  • We are Bumbl, a RAR recommended marketing agency that helps ambitious brands punch above their weight...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Graphic Design
    Location
    Newcastle, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • For over 30 years, we have helped many of the UKs most renowned house builders leverage their brand strengths with our full-service offering across design, marketing, advertising and PR...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Graphic Design
    Location
    Newcastle, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Digital Marketing Specialists

    Digital Marketing Specialists

    We are a digital marketing agency based in Japan. We have over 30 years experience working with small, medium and large enterprises. We specialise in SEO, SEM, Website Design and optimisation as well as many other services. If you would like to find out how we can help your business internationally or in...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Himeji, Japan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Results and performance driven digital marketing agency. We ensure we are aligned with your business and goals to achieve success together. Our experts integrate into your business and become your independent experts at a fraction of the cost of an in-house team...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Graphic Design
    Location
    Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Its in the name. Our entire service offering is all about Search. We offer robust strategies that encompass the right mix of services, unique to every clients objectives, to achieve big results and keep building on them...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Graphic Design
    Location
    Newcastle, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We are a fully integrated agency, based in Newcastle upon Tyne that offers everything from Corporate Branding to Crisis Management...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Graphic Design
    Location
    Newcastle, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Crafters of Cool

    Crafters of Cool

    We are a packaging and branding boutique studio that specializes in crafting strong storytellings for brands. We work closely with our clients for a deep understanding of each project in order to translate their stories into original and eye-catching design...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Mendoza, Argentina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creative. Digital. Marketing.

    Creative. Digital. Marketing.

    We are fenti a Sheffield based Design & Digital Marketing Agency...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • SEO
    • PPC
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    Location
    Sheffield, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Elite Team of Secret Creative Agents

    Elite Team of Secret Creative Agents

    Here to help make clients look good in their marketing jeans. Never Bored, Never Boring work that stands out in a sea of easy creative choices...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $160/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We think differently. We work differently.

    We think differently. We work differently.

    An independent, award-winning branding and design agency based in Manchester, UK. Since establishing the agency in 2002, we have been immersed in all things brand, from creation, re-positioning and re-imagining, to implementing, developing and managing. We blend strategy and creativity to devise...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Public Relations
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Manchester, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $450/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Design to Conversions. One Stop Solution!

    Design to Conversions. One Stop Solution!

    We are a full service digital marketing agency working for clients based in USA, UK, Canada, Australia, UAE and Africa. We provide following services: 1. Graphic Design and Branding 2. SEO 3. Social Media Marketing and management 4. Search Engine Marketing 5. Video Production 6. Website design and...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Product Design
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Karachi, Pakistan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
  • Where technology meet creative minds

    Where technology meet creative minds

    Top Rated Digital Marketing Company Vasoo Tech has helped 100+ businesses to get top-quality digital marketing services in Canada. Our digital marketing company has been helping businesses for more than 1 year and offering the best services to make their business more profitable...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • SEO
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • PPC
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    Location
    Calgary, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Web Marketing is the agency that is into SEO, Website design and other Digital Marketing services to help your business grow and make your presence online prominent...

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Lagos, Nigeria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Our Team is Your Team

    Our Team is Your Team

    Philly Web Team is not just your ordinary web design agency. We are local Philadelphia experts, dedicated to delivering a wide range of specialized small business solutions...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Baabaa Design provide Graphic Design, Website Design & Print Services for businesses in Wrexham, Chester and across the UK...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    Wrexham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Total Medical Design specialises in web and graphic design, plus digital marketing for healthcare professionals. We offer tailored online solutions, including medical website creation and SEO services...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Pottsville, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We are a creative studio that helps companies stand out by creating stronger brands and wild digital

    We are a creative studio that helps companies stand out by creating stronger brands and wild digital

    We are a creative studio that helps companies stand out by creating stronger brands and wild digital experiences. Our Motion Design Brand - @novadream.cc...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Design Services
    • Print Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Caxias do Sul, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

7 Frequently Asked Questions About Graphic Design Companies

How do graphic designers price their projects?

Graphic design firms price projects based on scope, complexity, and the value the work brings to your business. 

Common pricing models include: 

  • Project-based (flat fee): One fixed price for the entire project. Works best when the scope is clear.  
  • Hourly rate: You pay for time spent. Graphic designers use it for ongoing work or projects with changing needs.  
  • Value-based pricing: Cost reflects the business impact of the design, not just time or effort.  
  • Retainer: Ongoing monthly agreement for a set amount of work or support.  
  • Package pricing: Pre-set bundles with defined services, such as branding or social media design. 

How much do graphic design agencies typically charge?

Graphic design companies typically charge between $100 and $150+ per hour, with total costs depending on the type and scope of work. 

For one-time projects, pricing varies widely: 

  • Logo design usually costs between $1,000 to $2,500 
  • Website design ranges from $5,000 to $200,000 
  • Brochures or social assets often fall between $500 and $2,500+ 
  • Packaging design ranges from $300 to $50,000 
  • Full branding projects typically cost $16,000 to $63,000 

For ongoing work, many graphic design companies use monthly retainers: 

  • Basic support starts between $500 and $1,000 
  • Mid-level support ranges from $1,000 and $3,000 
  • More advanced, high-volume design work costs $3,000 to $5,000+ per month 

Specialized design work, such as product or technical design, comes at a higher cost: 

  • Mechanical design projects range from $5,000 to $10,000 
  • Prototyping starts at $2,000 and increases based on complexity 

How many revisions do graphic design projects typically include?

Most graphic design projects include a limited number of revision rounds, usually one to three, built into the original price. 

These revisions include small adjustments, such as tweaking text, colors, or layout details. They help refine the design, not change the concept entirely. 

If you request more rounds or major changes after that, designers typically charge extra, often using their hourly rate. 

What is the typical turnaround time for graphic design firms?

Most graphic design projects take anywhere from a few days to several weeks, depending on the type of work and its complexity. 

  • Simple assets, such as social media graphics or ads, are completed in 1 to 6 days.  
  • Print materials such as brochures often take around 5 to 12 days.  
  • Larger projects, such as web or app design, can take up to 6 weeks. 

The timeline also depends on how clear your brief is and how fast you give feedback. Most timelines already include up to three rounds of revisions, so delays usually happen when feedback is slow or the scope keeps changing. 

What file formats do graphic design agencies deliver?

Graphic design firms deliver files in different formats, so you can use the designs across print and digital channels without issues. 

They usually provide two main types of files: 

Vector files (scalable and editable) are used for logos and brand assets because they can be resized without losing quality: 

  • AI: The original working file, fully editable  
  • EPS: Standard format for professional printing  
  • SVG: Used for websites and digital interfaces  
  • PDF: Ready for sharing or printing final designs  

Raster files (pixel-based) are used for photos and digital visuals where exact detail matters: 

  • PNG: High quality with a transparent background  
  • JPG/JPEG: Smaller files, best for web and previews  
  • TIFF: Large, high-quality files for print  

Some projects also include working files, such as PSDs for Photoshop designs or GIFs for simple animations. 

All files are usually organized, so you can easily use them for websites, social media, or print materials without extra adjustments. 

Can you edit the files that graphic design firms deliver?

You can edit graphic design files only if the agency provides editable formats and gives you the right to use them. In most cases, agencies deliver final files that are ready to use but not easy to change. Editable working files are often shared only if agreed upon in advance. 

Files you can edit (if you have the right software): 

  • AI, EPS, SVG: You can edit logos, shapes, and layouts  
  • PSD, INDD: You can edit text, images, and layers  
  • Canva files: You can edit directly in the browser  
  • Editable PDFs: You can make basic text or image changes  

Files that are suitable for use, not editing, include: 

  • JPG, PNG: You cannot change text or layout  
  • Flattened PDFs: Elements are locked into one layer  
  • Outlined text files: Text becomes shapes and cannot be edited 

Graphic design companies limit the availability of editable files for practical reasons. Some assets, like fonts or images, are licensed and cannot be transferred. Working files also reflect the designer’s internal process, so the agency doesn’t always include them. 

If you need full control, you must define that requirement early. Ask for working files or specific formats in the contract. Otherwise, you will need the original graphic designers to make future changes. 

Who owns the copyright: a graphic design agency or a client?

By default, the graphic design agency retains copyright until it transfers it to the client under a contract. 

In most cases, ownership depends on what is agreed upon in writing: 

  • Full ownership transfer: The client gets full copyright and can use, edit, and distribute the design without limits.  
  • License-only: The agency retains copyright, and the client receives permission to use the design under specific terms (e.g., limited use or channels).  
  • Partial rights: The client can use the design, but the agency retains certain rights, including the right to use it in its portfolio.  

Even when ownership is transferred, some elements may still be restricted. Fonts, stock images, or third-party assets often come with their own licenses. 

Without a clear contract, graphic design studios usually retain control, and clients have only limited usage rights. 

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