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

874 Companies-Rankings updated: August 20, 2026

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  • SmartBug Media

    All Systems, Grow.

    SmartBug Media is a highly intelligent inbound marketing agency dedicated to assisting businesses in various aspects such as lead generation, increasing awareness, and fostering brand loyalty through effective inbound marketing strategies...

    Location
    Newport Beach, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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  • Design Musketeer LLC

    Creative Design Solutions for Entrepreneurs and Their Businesses

    Design Musketeer LLC is a full-service graphic design agency, providing a spectrum of services encompassing logo creation to website development. Distinguished by their emphasis on precision, punctuality, and cost-effectiveness, they are dedicated to delivering high-quality, customized design solutions that...

    Location
    Hayward, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
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  • Olive + Spark Design Studio Inc.

    Design matters.

    We bring your vision to fruition. We are driven by your success and understand the transformative power of a brand that authentically represents who you are and what your organization brings to the table. As your dedicated creative partner, our mission is to breathe life into that vision...

    Location
    Pasadena, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Awake

    Brand Is Power. Design Is the Edge.

    Awake is a boutique creative and product design studio located in San Francisco. Since its founding in 2014, the agency has been collaborating with elite luxury and tech brandsincluding Gucci, Kering, Apple, Microsoft, and Pumato create and accelerate meaningful product and brand experiences. Awake positions...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • Stak Agency

    Digital Marketing & Brand Growth Agency

    At Stak Agency, we make digital marketing and brand growth personal. By combining powerful creative with marketing insights, we develop effective campaigns that drive measurable results. We are hyperspecialized. We partner with businesses who provide products and services that make peoples’ lives better...

    Location
    Carlsbad, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • HOW Creative

    Business and Brand Architect.

    HOW Creative empowers you to build a world-class business and brand that not only attracts greater wealth but also unlocks new opportunities. We focus on elevating your business presence to achieve sustained success in today's competitive market...

    Location
    Topanga, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
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  • Gunter Graphics

    Experience Exponential Excellence

    We work closely with our clients to create or expand their brand identity and enhance their marketing strategies with captivating designs...

    Location
    Oceanside, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Gigasavvy

    Elevate. Engage. Influence.

    Gigasavvy is a visionary creative marketing agency headquartered in Orange County. With a blend of art and technology, we empower brands to tell their stories, connect with customers and drive business growth. Our expertise lies in brand development, creative storytelling, digital marketing and design...

    Location
    Orange County, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
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    4.2 4.2 (20)

  • Agency 51

    Distinctive Strategies. Bold Results.

    Agency 51 is an award-winning firm renowned for its ability to propel both Fortune 100 companies and startups toward unprecedented success. We combine fresh thinking with strategic expertise to create integrated marketing campaigns that generate attention and drive business growth. Let's kickstart your...

    Location
    Anaheim, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Herman-Scheer

    Connecting Brands. Driving Success.

    Herman-Scheer is a brand studio and launch partner that specializes in creating brands that forge meaningful connections with consumers. Informed by research and strategy, our approach combines experience and intuition to deliver remarkable results. We guide entrepreneurs through the journey towards a...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Zoe Zheng

    Designer and Murder Mystery Host.

    Hey! My name is Zoe Zheng, a passionate designer based in Pasadena, California, United States...

    Location
    Pasadena, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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  • OakBloom Marketing

    Your story matters. We help businesses tell stories that land with customers and investors.

    OakBloom Marketing is a strategic marketing and brand storytelling agency that helps tech companies and startups build magnetic brands and tell stories that land with customers and investors. From marketing strategy, branding, and content strategy to communications services, our speedy hands-on execution...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • We First

    Your Strategic Partner for Responsible AI Transformation

    We First is a strategic AI consultancy that helps organizations transform artificial intelligence into trusted, real-world impact. The company works with founders, executives, and leadership teams to align AI innovation with clear narratives, responsible growth, and scalable adoption across organizations...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Envoy

    A Connected Customer Experience Consultancy

    Envoy is a full-service brand and digital innovation consultancy founded in 2010. Headquartered in Irvine, California, with studios in Chicago and San Diego, the agency combines design, technology and data to craft seamless customer journeys across brand, commerce, web, product and physical spaces...

    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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    4.0 4.0 (13)

  • Lentini Design & Marketing, Inc.

    We Message Our Clients Magic

    Lentini Design and Marketing, Inc. is your one stop shop for all your graphic design (print and digital), marketing, web development, event graphics and signage, plus printing needs...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • GigiMagine

    Graphic Designer & Expert Web Design Across All Platforms!

    GigiMagine is a Los Angeles-based creative agency with a European touch, founded by French designer Gigi Dayan, who has spent over 20 years in the U.S.. Specializing in custom web design, branding, and digital strategy, we serve both U.S. and European markets, ensuring a blend of sophisticated aesthetics and...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (12)

  • TSZ Enterprises

    Creative Services That Get Results

    TSZ Enterprises offers effective and affordable video production and social media marketing services. Serving clients the San Francisco Bay Area since 2023...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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  • Pie Solutions

    Quality, Affordability, Scalability

    Pie Solutions has worked with clients ranging from startups to large corporations. Our expertise is building high performance, SEO friendly websites that are mobile friendly and lightning fast. Additionally, we offer deep experience integrating with third party solutions via API and other methods, and also...

    Location
    Long Beach, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    4.3 4.3 (1)
    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • Ambsan Digital

    Building the Future, Code At A Time

    Ambsan Digital is a full stack company specializing in high-performance web and mobile app development. We transform ideas into scalable digital products, offering end-to-end services from UI/UX design and custom web platforms to native and cross-platform mobile applications. Our expert developers focus on...

    Location
    California City, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    4.1 4.1 (1)

  • Seal Media

    Connection Is Everything.

    Seal Media helps our clients build awareness with their audience by creating a brand strategy and produces content to maximize exposure with targeted digital marketing strategies...

    Location
    Orange County, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (21)

  • FINE

    Connecting Brands and Technology.

    FINE is a digital agency that helps brands connect with customers through various platforms by offering services in strategy, design, and technology. Their expertise has helped industries such as wine and spirits, hospitality, consumer technology, banking, and finance stand out in a crowded market...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
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    5.0 5.0 (4)

  • Mouche

    LA's Top WordPress, Webflow, and Shopify Digital Agency

    Mouche is a digital agency blending human creativity with AI efficiency. We specialize in eCommerce, Shopify, SEO, and user-centric websites built on WordPress, Webflow, and Wix. Based in Los Angeles, we help brands grow by driving traffic, boosting conversions, and creating smarter digital experiences...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
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  • Search Business Group

    Focus on Care, We Handle the Growth.

    Merging creativity with strategic expertise, Search Business Group specializes in digital marketing for healthcare and dental SEO. Serving healthcare professionals since 1998, we empower practices to focus on care while we drive growth...

    Location
    Fullerton, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (55)

  • Bite Blueprint

    Be seen. Be heard. Be found.

    Supercharge Your Digital Growth. Unleash the power of digital with us! Your ultimate partner for local SEO, meticulous site management, and creative graphic design. Elevating businesses to new heights!...

    Location
    Torrance, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • Thrasher Design Studio

    Design Is Thinking Made Visual

    Thrasher Design Studio a creative studio focused on brand development, visual positioning, and the marketing that brings it to life...

    Location
    Marina del Rey, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Free Range

    Design and Innovation for Good

    Free Range partners with mission driven organizations and companies through strategy, design, and development services that bring stories to life. We go beyond reaching targeted audiences by moving users to take meaningful action...

    Location
    Santa Cruz, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
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    4.3 4.3 (1)

  • Semtrak

    We Manage the Marketing You Dread.

    Semtrak invites you to leverage our business development expertise cultivated over 15 years of collaboration with prominent U.S. brands. Our specialization lies in harnessing the potential of Google Ads and implementing effective SEO strategies to propel the growth of your business and elevate the online...

    Location
    Laguna Niguel, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
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  • (W)right On Communications

    Top Rated PR Agency Specializing in Integrated Strategic Communications

    (W)right On Communications is an award-winning PR and strategic communications agency trusted since 1998. We help brands in tech, clean energy, healthcare, tourism and more earn visibility in media and on AI platforms through savvy, imaginative, trusted storytelling across media platforms...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (7)

  • Silicon Drive

    Silicon Valley Smarts Meet Hollywood Style

    Silicon Drive is a high performance marketing and creative team focused on startups and emerging brands across Los Angeles, San Francisco, and worldwide. Our team fills the gaps to scale with strategy, execution, and beyond. For select companies, we come in as Acting CMO...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Geletka+

    Make Art That Doesn't Waste Time

    Geletka+ is an full-service, independent, creative-first agency based in Chicago. We help brands move faster and make a bigger impact by cutting unnecessary process and building integrated teams around the work that matters most...

    Location
    Santa Monica, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Semantic Empires

    Digital Business Transformation on a Turnkey Basis

    Semantic Empires makes digital business transformation on a turnkey basis. We define a strategy, adapt the product, and increase the market share. We solve problems with automation and marketing, find business growth factors. Our services: Strategy & Branding, Product & Development, Lead Generation & Sales...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • AssistaNova

    Fueling the Rise of Startups

    Assistanova is a California-based digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, web design, content creation, ppc, and motion graphics. We deliver tailored strategies to help businesses thrive online with innovative solutions and measurable results...

    Location
    Sunnyvale, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (6)

  • BL3NDlabs

    Building Products That Change the Future of Businesses

    BL3NDlabs is an end-to-end strategy, design, and technology firm. We redefine the way business gets done with industry-standard and emerging technologies...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (3)

  • JanesHaus

    cgi/vfx﹒ websites﹒ branding . design

    We bring main character energy back into brands.10+ years of turning big ideas into bigger brands through design, websites, visual fx, & strategy for CPG brands...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    4.3 4.3 (1)
    4.5 4.5 (8)

  • Geared Advertising

    Entrepreneurial-Minded Marketing

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

    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Concepto Studios

    Delivering Excellence in Design!

    Welcome to Concepto Studios, your source for Professional Innovation, Product Design, Prototyping, 3D Modelling, and Manufacturing Services located in Miami, Florida...

    Location
    Santa Clara, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (12)

  • Precita Marketing Co.

    Let's Get Growing!

    Precita Marketing Co. provides professional brand consulting, advisory services, and fractional marketing leadership to businesses across various sizes and developmental stages. Our specialized areas encompass brand strategy, Product marketing, integrated marketing, corporate & employer branding, fractional...

    Location
    Oakland, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • ebenstar

    We Help Small Businesses With Web Design and Content Management.

    We are a team of dedicated professionals with a demonstrated track record of creating dynamic websites, content management systems, e-commerce platforms, graphic design solutions, and offering comprehensive SEO services. Our expertise and enthusiasm are consistently reflected in our successful projects and...

    Location
    Carlsbad, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $53/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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  • Evolving World Marketing

    Digital Marketing Excellence

    We are a Los Angeles based ROI-Driven digital marketing agency. Our group of experienced industry experts are determined to fill in the marketing gaps that companies face in today's ever-changing technological world. We offer tailored solutions for Paid Search, Email Marketing, SEO, Product Placement, Media...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
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    4.3 4.3 (1)

  • Loops Marketing

    A CA Digital Marketing Agency

    We focus on results. SEO, Social Media, Google Ads, Photo, Video, Web Design, Graphic Design, Brand Strategy, and more! Our clients love working with us because we partner for growth. Through creative innovation, we bring new ideas to every project, transforming it into a successful strategy to help our...

    Location
    Clovis, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (82)

  • Rebel Mammoth

    Bold Branding and Design for the rebellious spirit.

    I combine the audacity of a big agency with the personal touch of a small business. The mission is to infuse ideas with bold creativity and turn them into a captivating vision that resonates with your audience...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $55/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Isadora Digital Agency

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.

    Digital Evolution For Business

    Leading brands turn to us at pivotal moments of digital evolution. Our global creative team fuses story, technology, and design to make experiences that captivate and convert. Our web design agency helps enterprise brands and market leaders navigate digital, evolve profitably, and launch unforgettable...

    Location
    Manhattan Beach, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $165/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (17)

  • Robin

    We Build Brands And Products That Rethink Sports

    Our multidisciplinary team builds high-quality products for web, iOS, and Android, with a strong focus on design, storytelling, and seamless user experiences. For clients seeking deeper collaboration, we integrate closely with your in-house team, working as a natural extension of your organization...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (2)

  • EPRIZ 7, LLC

    Inform. Persuade. Remind.

    EPRIZ 7 helps restaurants, healthcare providers, furniture stores, startups, local businesses, and small business to medium-sized companies grow through digital advertising, websites, and connected TV advertising. Marketing services in Los Angeles, including SEO, social media, and branding...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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  • HocusBuzz

    Ads That Sell Like Magic

    We help awesome companies to get the attention that they deserve. We like accuracy and effectiveness and value transparency. Whether you are in a small or large business, we will always protect your interests by recommending the most effective solutions to grow in a competitive environment...

    Location
    San Marcos, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (4)

  • Britton Design

    Branding That Informs, Enhances, and Excites.

    Britton Design is a wine and food packaging specialist based in Sonoma, California. Designer/owner Patti Britton creates innovative wine packaging, food packaging, restaurant logos, and brands/image identity for start up companies and large corporations. She also has international experience...

    Location
    Sonoma, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $130/hr
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  • CodeFulcrum

    Empowering Digital Transformations

    CodeFulcrum is an agile and progressive software company. Specializing in web, mobile and enterprise software development. Delivering products that are both visually stunning and technically ambitious with an unparalleled level of expertise...

    Location
    South San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
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  • Spring Digital

    Elevate Your Digital Marketing Strategy.

    Spring Digital is a full-service solution-based digital marketing agency focused on enhancing usability and lead generation...

    Location
    Orange County, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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