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.

Best California Branding Agency Rankings

6 Companies-Rankings updated: September 10, 2026

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$25,000 - $50,000
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  • Twelve12

    Innovative Branding at Its Best

    Based in Orange County, Twelve12 is an energetic and approachable agency specializing in small business branding, automotive branding and marketing. We deeply value collaboration with our clients, translating their visions into tangible realities...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Orange County, California
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed

    Twelve12 Services

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Production
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Ten-x
    • KIA
    • Fujitsu
    • CoStar
    • Auction.com
    • Hyundai Technology
    • 7 Diamonds
    • Luxotica
    • Fizber
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Twelve12 Reviews & Testimonials

    • Rod Wills
      Rod Wills Director at Web Prosperity
      5.0★

      Digital Marketing Review from Rod Wills

      Ike and the team are our go to company for anything branding and marketing related. They understand our needs quickly and put into action affordable systems that have great ROI. Would definitely recommend.

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    4.3 4.3 (1)

  • DECOSTA Global

    Achieving the Unachievable.

    We create and manage the world's most iconic brands. Brand and product agency that delivers heroic work and legendary clients. DECOSTA has worked with clients in a wide range of industries including entertainment, consumer goods, technology, energy, finance, and more...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Burbank, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed

    DECOSTA Global Services

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • SEO
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Will & Jada Smith Family Foundation
    • Jesse Collins Entertainment
    • Knowledgehook Inc.
    • Mabels Bakery
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • Funkhaus

    Demystifying Creative

    Funkhaus is an independent, leadership-led Los Angeles digital agency that brings strategy, content, design, and technology together to build distinctive brands and digital platforms...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed

    Funkhaus Services

    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • UI/UX Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Development
    • Logo Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • ICM Partners
    • Imagine Entertainment
    • View Hotels
    • Ridley Scott Creative Group
    • Technicolor
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
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    5.0 5.0 (2)

  • The Shepherds Studios

    Where Universes Are Built

    The Shepherds Studios builds bold, immersive brands that thrive across film, TV, games, publishing, and products. Our elite team transforms stories into connected, market-ready universes that engage audiences and drive lasting value...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • UI/UX Design
    • VR/AR
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    Location
    Beverly Hills, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000

    The Shepherds Studios Services

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • UI/UX Design
    • VR/AR
    • Social Media Marketing
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Media & Communications Industry
    • Entertainment Industry
    • Publishing Industry
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
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  • Kiosk Creative

    We connect the dots between insights and impact, creativity and conversion, people and purpose.

    Kiosk is a full-service marketing agency that connects the dots between insights and impact, creativity and conversion, people and purpose. Headquartered in Novato, California, we drive meaningful results by putting people at the heart of everything we do...

    Top Services:

    • CRO
    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Novato, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $210/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000

    Kiosk Creative Services

    • CRO
    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Development
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Equinix
    • SMU Cox School of Business
    • Stanford University Graduate School of Business
    • UVA Darden School of Business
    • UCSF Health
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
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  • Brand Knew

    We Deliver Meaningful Audience & Measurable Growth.

    Brand Knew is a creative collective and strategic advisory that partners with media companies, causes and consumer brands, towards meaningful audience and growth...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000

    Brand Knew Services

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • YouTube
    • E!
    • Stand Up to Cancer
    • AVP
    • El Al
    • Morgan Creek Entertainment
    • Netflix
    • iHeart Media
    • Alliance of American Football
    • Keeping Up With The Kardashians
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
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    5.0 5.0 (3)

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