Our expert analysts researched and ranked the top branding agencies in California that help businesses form a strong identity and foster customer loyalty. You can filter listings by team size, reviews, budget and city to find the right fit for your business needs.

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  • Embark

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.

    A web agency made for nonprofits and small businesses.

    Branding company Embark frames branding as an uncovering process, using structured discovery exercises to surface a client’s story, direction, and audience alignment before any visual system is defined. Identity emerges through exploration of concepts, narratives, and applied marketing assets...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Corona, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed

    Embark Services

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Video Production
    • Design Services
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • WordPress Website Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • CCEDA
    • Turn Therapeutics
    • Camp Starfish
    • Colorado Catholic Conference
    • NFCYM
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Embark Reviews & Testimonials

    • Anonymous
      Anonymous Membership and Marketing Coordinator at CCEDA
      5.0★

      Branding Review from Anonymous

      Embark did an outstanding job guiding our rebrand and new website launch. They provided a clear, step-by-step plan and fresh ideas to improve site features and user experience. The result is a website we're proud of, modern, functional, and true to our identity.

    • Anonymous Associate Director of Communications at Together in Mission
      5.0★

      Digital Marketing Review from Anonymous

      Working with Embark was a great experience. They consistently went above and beyond to meet our requests. While we wanted to rush certain steps, they insisted on maintaining quality, ensuring we didn't compromise the final product.

    • Anonymous
      Anonymous Executive at Hanson Heat Lamps
      5.0★

      Web Development Review from Anonymous

      We chose Embark for their cultural fit, value for cost, and transparent pricing‚ and they delivered. Our website was launched on schedule, and their team was always quick to respond. By the end of the project, we had not only a strong site but also a genuine working relationship with their team.

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  • Effective Branding for Products and Businesses

    #3 in Europe and #9 worldwide according to EFFIE Index 2021...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    21 Projects Listed
  • Branding and web design agency Los Angeles

    Brainbox is an expert agency in web design, UI/UX, branding, graphic design, and packaging design, aimed at helping businesses and organizations develop cohesive and effective visual identities. Our team of experienced designers and developers collaborates closely with clients to understand their business...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Glendale, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Professional Packaging Design and Brand Development Visionaries

    Design to Brand is a dynamic force in the world of branding and design, providing brands with bold and impactful graphic design, stunningly realistic 3D renders, dynamic web design, captivating animations, and expert in-house printing. With our creative excellence, we empower brands to reach new heights and...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Brea, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Boost Your DTC Profitability

    Binaery is a boutique Shopify Plus agency specializing in theme development, UX/UI ecommerce design, and conversion optimization. The team partners with growing direct to consumer brands to create engaging, high performance online storefronts...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Branding
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Agile Solutions: Streamlined and Exceptional

    We've streamlined agency processes, adopting a transparent Agile flow sans time sheets and change orders. Our passionate, egoless team partners with exceptional clients, creating groundbreaking work and always having fun!...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    Location
    Santa Rosa, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Entrepreneurial-Minded Marketing

    Geared is a nimble, fast-acting boutique marketing agency in Orange County, California that specifically caters to the "entrepreneurial spirit."...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • A Creative Studio.

    We are a creative studio specializing in branding, print, digital assets and websites. We mix creativity and strategy to make your business stand out and your message stick...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Designing Tomorrow's Brands, Today.

    Committed to converting ideas into captivating and functional designs that leave a lasting impression...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    La Mirada, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Digital Marketing with meaning | Social Media with soul

    Socially Intrigued is an award-winning digital marketing agency with offices in NYC & L.A., serving clients nationwide. We specialize in viral campaigns, celebrity activations, and high-converting strategies for law firms, restaurants, liquor brands, and startups. From SEO to social and paid ads, we craft...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Helping businesses stand out in a busy world with hand-crafted design

    Merging timeless design principles with an inviting, modern appeal...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Websites Designed by Real People.

    MyMediaDesigner is a bay area digital marketing boutique. We specialize in responsive website design, graphic design, video production, and collateral marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Big Ideas Start with SunerGarcia.

    We are SunerGarcia. We are an innovative digital marketing agency that focuses on building around technology and consumer experience. We build exciting brand experiences for our clients. Our team is a fine assortment of movers and shakers, creatives, designers, planners, tech enthusiast, and all around hard...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Software Development
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    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

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Applicants rejected
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Agencies verified
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