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Best Graphic Design Agencies
15 Graphic Design Agencies-Rankings updated: September 04, 2026
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The Best Way to Build a Brand and Grow Your Business.
Since 2016, Mothershed Design Co. has helped small businesses create memorable brands and websites that stand out and get noticed...
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Web Design
Web Development
SEO
Branding
Logo Design
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Location
Denver, Colorado
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
Mothershed Design Co. Services
Web Design
Web Development
SEO
Branding
Logo Design
Graphic Design
UI/UX Design
Design Services
Creative Services
Print Design
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Hidden Woods Film Co.
Hello Promo
Bevy's Liquor World
InkRabbit Printworks
Zevity Tech
Fulcrum Fives
Play Unloosed
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Mothershed Design Co. Reviews & Testimonials
Paula Higdon
Senior Accounting Manager at Zevity Tech
5.0★
Web Design Review from Paula Higdon
I hired Mothershed Design for a rebranding project encompassing social media campaigns, a new website, and logo design. The outcome exceeded our expectations. Our website and logo turned out better than we could have imagined. The agency's level of organization was impressive, offering us several options to choose from and ensuring that the final products aligned perfectly with our vision. Its reliability and commitment to meeting deadlines were impressive. Working with Mothershed Design was an excellent experience. The agency made the entire process straightforward. I have no reservations in recommending Mothershed Design for any branding or marketing needs.
Katie St. Peter
Owner/Executive Producer at KSP Productions
5.0★
Web Design Review from Katie St. Peter
Mothershed Design's branding overhaul and website design significantly benefited our business. The team listened attentively, provided creative insights, and remained solution-oriented, elevating my brand while staying true to our core values. I highly recommend partnering with Meg and Josiah at Mothershed Design for their focused collaboration and impactful results. Their dedication to listening and creatively pushing boundaries sets them apart as excellent partners for branding and design projects.
Veronica Solomon
Founder at Wordy Team
5.0★
Web Design Review from Veronica Solomon
I had a fantastic experience working with Mothershed Design! Their creativity, attention to detail, and seamless processes are truly remarkable. Meg and Josiah were instrumental in my rebranding from Wordy Veronica to Wordy Team, transforming my vision into a visually stunning and user-friendly website that blew away my expectations. I highly recommend them for anyone seeking top-notch web design services!
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42connect is a full-service digital marketing company with offices in Cleveland and Denver. Backed by over two decades of experience, we deliver customized strategies across SEO, AI SEO, PPC, and Website Design & Development to drive real, measurable growth for your business...
Top Services:
Digital Marketing
SEO
AEO
PPC
Web Design
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Location
Cleveland, Ohio
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
42connect Services
Digital Marketing
SEO
AEO
PPC
Web Design
Web Development
Graphic Design
Content Marketing
eCommerce
eCommerce Development
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Ayers Well Drilling
Irontrax
The House of Rohl
Nestle
Moen
Dealer Tire
Icon Protection Brands
Vitamix
PASCO
Geartec
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42connect Reviews & Testimonials
Rose Jones
Chief People Officer at Meyers, Roman, Friedberg & Lewis
5.0★
Web Design Review from Rose Jones
We could not be more pleased with our experience with 42Connect! From beginning to end they exceeded our expectations. From the time they invested to understand our industry-specific needs, to collaborating on design, and ultimately turning our vision into a professional and polished website, their entire team was outstanding. Our questions were answered quickly and they were, and continue to be, willing to make adjustments and provide guidance, suggestions, and training as needed. We felt like our project was a priority at every phase of the journey. The pricing was fair and transparent, and exceeded what we expected from our investment. We recommend 42Connect regularly to anyone and everyone interested in working with knowledgeable, creative, reliable experts who are invested in the success of their customers!
Rose Jones
Chief People Officer at Meyers, Roman, Friedberg & Lewis
5.0★
Web Design Review from Rose Jones
From concept to launch, the team at 42Connect were great. The design process was seamless and the team was helpful and responsive to our ideas and changes. Once developed and launched, tweaks and edits were a simple email, and we were even provided with a training session on maintenance. If I were reading this, I'd assume it was a paid endorsement, but I honestly cannot think of one pain point during the entire process. I highly recommend 42Connect each and every time I have an opportunity!
Mark G. Gardner
Founder at Instructor Mobile, LLC
5.0★
SEO Review from Mark G. Gardner
The 42Connect team was organized, responsive, knowledgeable and their expertise was apparent right from the start. They provide excellent customer service, excellent communication, quality work and are simply great to work with. They put a very detailed plan together that made sense and aligned with our company goals. We would recommend them to any company looking to update or design a website and looking to improve their search engine results.
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DCP Web Designers is a London web design agency specialising in WordPress websites, WooCommerce, SEO and digital marketing. With 20+ years of experience and 700+ websites completed, we help businesses build a stronger online presence and generate more enquiries...
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Web Design
WordPress Website Design
Web Development
eCommerce Development
SEO
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Location
London, United Kingdom
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$70/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
12 Projects Listed
DCP Web Designers Services
Web Design
WordPress Website Design
Web Development
eCommerce Development
SEO
Digital Marketing
PPC
CRO
Graphic Design
Video Production
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Performance Digital is a full-service marketing agency and long-term partner focused on helping brands grow. We build custom, full-funnel marketing campaigns, from advertising and design to website and strategy...
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Digital Marketing
Advertising
Video Production
Web Development
Web Design
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Location
Omaha, Nebraska
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
Performance Digital Services
Digital Marketing
Advertising
Video Production
Web Development
Web Design
Graphic Design
Social Media Marketing
Video Marketing
Branding
Digital Services
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Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum
Hawkins Construction
Today's Dental
Controlled Comfort
Godfather's Pizza
PepperJax Grill
Cubby's Convenience Stores
Generators for Sale
Superior Honda of Omaha
Nabity Business Advisors
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Performance Digital Reviews & Testimonials
Tom Baker
Review from Google
5.0★
Tom Baker's Review Sourced from Google
I've been collaborating with Daniel at Performance Digital for several weeks now and he knows his stuff. He's helping me build and refine my marketing campaign for '26. Thank you for your help.
David Nabity
Review from Google
5.0★
David Nabity's Review Sourced from Google
First class group of folks! Very knowledgeable, able to solve problems and navigate the new world of technology and social media! Very impressed with the work they have done for me.
Amy Nieman
Review from Google
5.0★
Amy Nieman's Review Sourced from Google
Performance Digital and specifically our Digital Strategist, Daniel Olivares, have been very easy to work with and knowledgeable about so many aspects of our advertising! We highly recommend them! Amy, Nabity Business Advisors
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Vero Beach Social Media (VBSM) is an 18x ADDY and 5x Telly award-winning digital marketing agency on the Treasure Coast. From our downtown Vero Beach studio we run social media, paid ads, video, websites with SEO/AEO, design, podcasts, and drone work for 100+ local businesses and nonprofits...
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Graphic Design
Video Production
Branding
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
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Location
Vero Beach, Florida
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
Vero Beach Social Media Services
Graphic Design
Video Production
Branding
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
SEO
PPC
AEO
Web Design
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Vero Fitness
VB Custom Homes
The Learning Alliance
AYS Employee Leasing
School District of IRC
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Vero Beach Social Media Reviews & Testimonials
Allen Lowery
Review from Google
5.0★
Allen Lowery's Review Sourced from Google
The owner, Curtis, could not be any more detailed and committed to achieving results for his clients. Vero Beach Social Media is absolutely fantastic!
Ben Haynes
Review from Google
5.0★
Ben Haynes's Review Sourced from Google
Vero Beach Social Media is an outstanding company. Curtis is professional, polite and incredibly knowledgeable regarding marketing. He has recorded multiple videos for us, including commercials and job site overviews, and the results were great! I can’t say enough good things about this company and Curtis. Highly recommend them.
Alex Martezian
Review from Google
5.0★
Alex Martezian's Review Sourced from Google
Vero Beach Social Media is an outstanding marketing company that helps businesses grow. Working with Curtis and the team was a great experience. With their expertise and tailored strategies, they deliver excellent results. Their understanding of individual company needs, proficiency in social media platforms, and data-driven approach create compelling campaigns. With exceptional customer service, Vero Beach Social Media is a trusted partner in navigating digital marketing for business growth.
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Where brand image & business performance work together.
You no longer have to choose between a site that looks polished and one that performs, because we do both. Our passion: creating beautiful web design with local search strategy baked in, so your business shows up the moment when customers are actively making a booking, buying, or visiting decision...
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Web Design
SEO
AEO
UI/UX Design
eCommerce Development
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Location
Summerville, South Carolina
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$75/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
The Harper Edit Services
Web Design
SEO
AEO
UI/UX Design
eCommerce Development
Reputation Management
Graphic Design
Email Marketing
Direct Marketing
Social Media Marketing
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Fivenson Studios is an award-winning web design, SEO, and branding agency based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. With 128+ verified 5-star reviews, we are Michigan's highest-rated digital agency. We build custom, revenue-driving websites, craft strategic SEO campaigns, and develop brand identities that set businesses...
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SEO
Web Design
Digital Services
Graphic Design
Reputation Management
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Location
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
Fivenson Studios Web Design Agency Services
SEO
Web Design
Digital Services
Graphic Design
Reputation Management
Web Development
eCommerce Development
WordPress Website Design
Video Production
Branding
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DJC Graphic Designs is a boutique web design agency located in Buffalo NY. We specialize in offering great website design services for small businesses. DJC Graphic Designs is a boutique marketing and design agency focusing on elevating the website design, branding and marketing of small businesses...
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Web Design
WordPress Website Design
eCommerce Development
SEO
UI/UX Design
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Location
Buffalo, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
DJC Graphic Designs Services
Web Design
WordPress Website Design
eCommerce Development
SEO
UI/UX Design
CRO
Graphic Design
Logo Design
Print Design
AEO
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Venture Creations is a West Michigan digital advertising and video production agency founded in 2009. We run Google, Meta, YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok, and Microsoft ad campaigns and produce the live-action, CGI/3D, and photo content behind them, for local businesses, e-commerce brands, chambers and events, and...
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Digital Marketing
Video Production
Social Media Marketing
PPC
eCommerce
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Location
Hudsonville, Michigan
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
2 Projects Listed
Venture Creations Services
Digital Marketing
Video Production
Social Media Marketing
PPC
eCommerce
Advertising
Event Marketing
Video Marketing
Graphic Design
Creative Services
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Kawasaki Precision Machinery (US)
Kay-Dee's Gardens
ShowSpan
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Venture Creations Reviews & Testimonials
Hilary Powell
Review from Google
5.0★
Hilary Powell's Review Sourced from Google
Incredibly helpful and thorough. They know their stuff and helped our business move forward beyond our goals for the year. Highly recommend them.
Sherry Grimm
Review from Google
5.0★
Sherry Grimm's Review Sourced from Google
I'm so pleased with the effort Travis put in to help me reactivate my social media accounts for my business. He is so easy to work with and makes things much easier to understand. My situation was resolved quickly and he kept me in the loop the whole way. Thanks Travis.
Kim Holstege
Review from Google
5.0★
Kim Holstege's Review Sourced from Google
Venture Creations is a phenomenal company to work with. Travis has brought our Garden Center to record sales. His social media posts and website design have put us on the map and this entire process has been super easy. Thank you Travis for everything you have done to make Kay-Dee's Gardens a huge success!
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Alexander Online Media is a results-driven web design and digital marketing agency based in the Atlanta area. We specialize in building custom, high-performance websites and implementing powerful SEO strategies tailored to your unique business goals. Our mission is simple: to redefine your online presence...
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WordPress Website Design
Web Development
eCommerce Development
Software Development
Web Design
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Location
Douglasville, Georgia
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
Alexander Online Media Services
WordPress Website Design
Web Development
eCommerce Development
Software Development
Web Design
Digital Services
SEO
Graphic Design
Logo Design
Digital Strategy
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ANTLER is a specialist property marketing, PR, and communications agency focused on helping housebuilders, property developers, and property-related businesses generate leads, increase brand awareness, and accelerate off-plan sales. The agency combines marketing strategy, public relations, communications...
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Digital Services
Graphic Design
Video Production
Public Relations
Branding
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Location
Eastleigh, United Kingdom
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Antler Property Marketing Services
Digital Services
Graphic Design
Video Production
Public Relations
Branding
Creative Services
Logo Design
Design Services
Reputation Management
Web Design
Digital Strategy
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Custom web design, managed website hosting, and results-driven SEO for growing businesses.
David Martin Design is a Bloomington, Indiana digital agency delivering custom web design, premium managed hosting, and results-driven SEO. Partnering with businesses since 1998, we provide direct, expert collaboration without corporate overhead to scale your digital presence...
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Web Design
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
SEO
Digital Marketing
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Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$80/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
David Martin Design Services
Web Design
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
SEO
Digital Marketing
Branding
Graphic Design
Logo Design
Content Marketing
Social Media Marketing
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JL Waters
Bounds Flooring
Alexander's RV & Trailer Parts & Service
All Saints Orthodox Church
Reardon Painting
Ava's Waste Removal
Rose & Walker Drywall & Insulation
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David Martin Design Reviews & Testimonials
James D McGlothlin
Review from Google
5.0★
James D McGlothlin's Review Sourced from Google
I had an absolutely incredible experience working with David Martin Design! Dave went above and beyond to help me get my website cleaned up and perfectly optimized for my customers. Collaborating with him online was an amazing process—I could see the synergy between my ideas and his actions unfolding in real-time. His ability to take my vision as an inventor and transform it into compelling, customer-focused must-haves was truly inspiring. Thank you so much, Dave, for your exceptional dedication and expertise!
Conner Pockette
Review from Google
5.0★
Conner Pockette's Review Sourced from Google
Collaborating with this graphic designer has been absolutely game-changing for my company. From the start, they understood what I was seeing better than I could possibly explain, and he brought it to life in a manner that exceeded all my expectations. The imagination, attention to detail, and ability to take ideas and turn them into dynamic, shiny graphics are, quite frankly, next-level.
Not only is their design absolutely fantastically insane, but their communication and professionalism made the entire process stress-free and seamless. Deadlines? Always met before schedule.
If you're looking for someone who's going to take your brand to the next level and make you appear legitimate, this is the designer you want. 10/10 would recommend again and again.
Hank Ruff
Review from Google
5.0★
Hank Ruff's Review Sourced from Google
David was very helpful. Great to find reliable WordPress help in Bloomington. David did some website troubleshooting, and music site optimization services and it was very productive.
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Daylit Studio designs and builds websites for organizations that cannot afford to get them wrong. We handle the whole site under one roof, design through code, in the open, with every step signed off. Twenty-six years of production work for teams under real pressure across healthcare, higher education, public...
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Web Development
Web Design
WordPress Website Design
SEO
AEO
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Location
Allen, Texas
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
Daylit Studio Services
Web Development
Web Design
WordPress Website Design
SEO
AEO
eCommerce Development
Branding
Graphic Design
Digital Strategy
Digital Marketing
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Award-Winning Northwest Indiana Web Design and Marketing Agency.
Sera Group stands as a comprehensive creative agency, providing a gamut of services encompassing digital marketing, web design, and branding, all strategically designed to facilitate businesses in achieving their objectives. Our team comprises adept strategists and designers who are dedicated to crafting...
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Web Design
WordPress Website Design
PPC
Digital Services
Graphic Design
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Location
La Porte, Indiana
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$165/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Sera Group Services
Web Design
WordPress Website Design
PPC
Digital Services
Graphic Design
Social Media Marketing
Logo Design
SEO
AEO
Digital Strategy
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Leeds Public House
La Porte County Parks
NWI Asphalt
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Sera Group Reviews & Testimonials
Lane Sonnenberg
Review from Google
5.0★
Lane Sonnenberg's Review Sourced from Google
I hired Sera Group to redo my website and help with some Google issues. I had checked with another company first that specialized in my business, but I wanted to try to find somebody local.I’m very happy I did.
From start to finish they did amazing! The website looks fantastic and my google business was straightened out. The best part was communication. I’m big on being able to reach someone or get a quick response and they were fantastic at it.
I am very happy with the services I received from Sera Group and I highly recommend them.
Chris Kotul
Review from Google
5.0★
Chris Kotul's Review Sourced from Google
Sera Group redesigned our website and were great to work with from start to finish. They took the time to understand our business and goals, collaborated closely with us throughout the process, and never tried to oversell us on features we didn’t need. They’ve effectively become our digital marketing department and are now helping us grow our business beyond the website. I highly recommend them.
Denise Burns
Review from Google
5.0★
Denise Burns's Review Sourced from Google
As a small business we have been working with Seth and Cody and the team at Sera since before we opened Leeds Public House in 2019. They have helped us in so many ways that I've almost lost count. They are excellent web designers, they were key in developing out original branding strategies, and have continued over the years to be integral to our digital marketing and analysis. They are super personable and thoughtful and a real pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend Sera website design and digital marketing, especially for small businesses.
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Creatively Articulating Your Message To The Hearts And Minds Of Your Customers
Our branding services comprise of logo design, brand messaging, and brand guidelines to ensure that your company is consistently represented across all channels. We also provide custom design services, including the creation of print collateral and social media graphics. Moreover, our commercial photography...
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Creative Services
Branding
Print Design
Package Design
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Location
Oregon City, Oregon
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Boxed Gorilla Services
Creative Services
Branding
Print Design
Package Design
Design Services
Logo Design
Graphic Design
WordPress Website Design
eCommerce Development
Web Design
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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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