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

886 Companies - Rankings updated: August 19, 2026

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  • Skies Fall

    A Blend Of Innovation + Creativity for Engaging Customer Experience

    Skies Fall leverages innovative media and influential forces to produce positive, tangible results while fostering meaningful connections...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Q M Design Group

    Helping You Find Your Visual Voice.

    With a corporate background and a casual approach, we specialize in creative problem-solving to deliver the most effective and memorable communications for our clients. Our team is dedicated to producing innovative solutions that stand out from the crowd. We strive to create impactful campaigns that captivate...

    Location
    Santa Clarita, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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    5.0 5.0 (7)

  • the HYPHEN team

    Unconventional Connections, Bold Results

    The HYPHEN team (formerly JP Marketing, merged with Marketing Plus) is a full-service creative marketing agency founded in 1994. With approximately 26 team members in Fresno, California, the firm specializes in brand-driven advertising, media buying, digital strategy, website design, and storytelling...

    Location
    Fresno, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • By The See Creative

    Authentic Visual Storytelling for Bold Brands

    Discover authentic creativity with By The See Creative. From brand and website design to compelling storytelling and immersive branding experiences, we navigate your brand's journey to success. Dive into our portfolio at www.bytheseecreative.com and let your vision set sail with tailored creative solutions...

    Location
    Huntington Beach, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Rachel Kim

    Transforming Brands With Artful Design

    Rachel Kim operates as a freelance graphic designer situated in Los Angeles, CA. She specializes in a range of design areas including branding, logo creation, web development, packaging, and marketing collateral...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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  • Ramble Design

    Responsive. Dynamic. UX. Utterly Unique.

    Ramble Design is a San Diego-based creative agency specializing in custom web design, branding, and print/digital collateral. They focus on delivering responsive, user-centered websites that reflect each client's unique identity...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • 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...

    Location
    Beverly Hills, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Xtra Bold Agency

    We Help Brands See Into the Future

    Introducing XTRA BOLD AI, a revolutionary agency at the forefront of AI-powered creativity and data-driven excellence. With a proven track record working with industry giants like Starbucks, Amazon, and Nike, we bring a wealth of experience to deliver unparalleled creative excellence. Our expertise extends...

    Location
    San Rafael, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Blanca Creative

    Crafting Timeless Designs With a Modern Touch.

    Hey there! My name is Blanca Molina, I'm a graphic designer and illustrator located in Santa Rosa, CA. Over the course of my career, I've developed expertise in logo design, packaging, marketing campaigns, and a variety of other areas...

    Location
    Santa Rosa, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Murrieta Marketing

    Expert Design Services That Match Your Budget & Goals.

    Founded in 2023, Murrieta Marketing began with one clear mission: to deliver outstanding marketing services to local businesses at affordable rates, free from the high costs typical of large urban agencies. We're passionate about supporting our clients in expanding their brands and strengthening their...

    Location
    Murrieta, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Ecker Design Company

    Helping businesses stand out in a busy world with hand-crafted design

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

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (27)

  • American Web Coders

    Crafting Digital Excellence in Dental Website Design!

    American Web Coders, a US-based dental website design and development company, specializes in creating SEO-friendly websites with captivating UI/UX. As a full-service agency, we offer digital strategy, web design, development, and content creation, ensuring an impactful and engaging online presence...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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    1.0 1.0 (2)

  • Hybrid Design

    Creating Wonderfully Engaging Design

    Hybrid is a San Francisco-based graphic design studio dedicated to creating engaging and impactful design across a wide range of disciplines, including branding, identity systems, illustration, campaign development, publication design and production, retail and environmental design, advertising, digital...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • Web Design Mechanic

    A Leading Web Design & Development Agency

    Web Design Mechanic creates clean, custom websites and digital experiences build to match your business goals. "No templates", just thoughtful design and smart development. We also offer digital marketing services like, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Online Reputation Management, and...

    Location
    Fremont, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • TruCraft Design

    We Build Websites That Convert

    Trucraft Design is a website design agency based in Tampa. We specialize in crafting unique brand experiences that resonate with your audience and leave an indelible mark in their minds...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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  • Graphic Designers Group

    We Handle Aspects of Creative Design Professionally!

    Explore top-notch graphic design solutions for your business needs with Graphic Designers Group. Our team of skilled graphic designers, equipped with artistic brilliance, crafts masterpieces in logos, business cards, branding, visual identity, t-shirts, letterhead, packaging, labels, and complete branding...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
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  • Copa Design

    United By Ideas

    Creative agency focused on graphic design including logos, iconography, visual identity, marketing & advertising, packaging, and environmental design. Specializing in corporate, sports, real estate, and cannabis design...

    Location
    Santa Clara, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    4.8 4.8 (17)

  • Business Casual

    Dare To Be Mediocre

    Business Casual is a creative studio focused on branding, identity, illustration, fashion, merchandising, and product & packaging designand wed be excited to collaborate with you!...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • rbx brand beauty

    Creative Solutions for a Changing Beauty World

    Accomplished award-winning creative leaders, experienced in creating and developing brand strategies, driving innovation, building new brands and developing new products from concept to launch...

    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • The Marcom Group

    The Creative, Strategic, and Result-Driven Full-Service Agency

    The Marcom Group is a boutique, award winning creative and marketing agency founded in 1998 and based in Bakersfield, California. Specializing in branding, advertising, web development, and digital strategy, the agency delivers personalized service to clients with budgets typically ranging from $1,000 to...

    Location
    Bakersfield, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Grapeshoot

    Grapeshoot Is a Graphic Design and Creative Agency.

    Grapeshoot is a brand development and marketing agency offering global-quality corporate and product communications services. Our team specializes in providing creative design, expert analysis, and customized client service for your company's demands, without the high overhead costs and lag time associated...

    Location
    Redwood City, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Net Snipers Media

    We Make It Rank, Globally and Locally.

    At Net Snipers Media, a San Diego-based Digital Marketing Agency with over 12 years of experience and a global team of 75+ professionals, we're passionate about helping local businesses thrive. Our digital marketing services are tailored to local business owners to boost their online presence and drive more...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (46)

  • Pathloft

    From Influence To Impact Scale Intelligently

    Pathloft is a digital marketing agency focused on building strong relationships and delivering measurable results. The agency helps brands build trust, generate demand, and achieve sustainable growth across search platforms, AI-driven systems, and go-to-market channels...

    Location
    Santa Clara, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Kingdom Vision

    We Build Cool Stuff With Cool People...

    Kingdom Vision is a digital agency specializing in web design, web development, and custom software solutions for businesses and startups. The company offers a range of services including mobile app development, CMS development, branding, and digital marketing to help clients build and grow their online...

    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Rocketwheel

    Video Production for Enterprises

    We create custom Live action, 3D and 2D video for large teams and small businesses alike...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    4.5 4.5 (35)

  • Incrementum Inc

    eCommerce & Amazon Marketing

    Incrementum is embracing digital psychology with its machine learning techniques which adds the psychological, or human, layer to Engage Engine, enabling brands to truly see and empathize with their customers...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • The Parker-Lambert Agency

    An eCommerce marketing agency for brands of all sizes.

    Parker-Lambert is an e-commerce marketing agency that helps consumer brands grow across Amazon, Shopify, Faire, Instacart, Chewy, Walmart, Google Shopping, and more...

    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Launch Pop

    We Launch Brands That Change the Way We Live.

    Launch Pop helps high potential brands dominate their categories via a proprietary research methodology to inform go to market strategy, branding and growth...

    Location
    Santa Monica, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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  • EYE Thread

    Express Your Existence

    EYE Thread is a creative agency based in Los Angeles. We specialize in working with small business administration, entrepreneurs, and start-ups...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • KG Website Designs

    We Hate To See a Good Website Go Bad

    Do you have a website? Is it making you money? Can your clients book appointments with you? Does the content speak to your audience? If not, maybe it's time for website redo. At KG Website Designs we build sites that are not just a pretty online brochure. We build websites that help you and your business...

    Location
    Thousand Oaks, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • The Savage Bureau

    Brand Experiences That You Will Love!

    The Savage Bureau is a design agency founded by a team of three experienced professionals who have been working together for over 15 years. Our agency offers a unique combination of branding, UX design, and development services, making us the perfect partner for any project...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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    4.7 4.7 (3)

  • Articulate Solutions

    Where Creative Work Meets Success

    At Articulate Solutions, we have been delivering award-winning creative services for over 25 years. As a trusted partner, we offer a one-stop shop for complete turn-key graphic design, marketing and communications solutions. From brand development and website design to advertising campaigns and social media...

    Location
    Gilroy, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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    5.0 5.0 (3)

  • informal

    Craft Your Brand's Product.

    Informal is a freelance collective specializing in turning inventions into impactful brands through engineering, product, and industrial design solutions. Informal offers the talent and support needed to navigate every stage of business development, from conception to scaling. Assembling a diverse community...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Alice

    Radically Collaborative

    Alice is a design and technology consultancy that partners with ambitious brands to create strategic digital experiences, powerful products, and cohesive brand systems. With expertise in UX, creative technology, and modern content platforms including Contentful CMS implementation and content modeling we help...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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  • Branding Los Angeles

    A Creative Force Ready To Take Your Brand To The Next Level

    Branding Los Angeles is a digital creative agency focused on branding and strategic marketing for the full spectrum of companies that are wanting to take their brand to the next level. We specialize in creative storytelling from logo design and brand creation to website development and commercials...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    4.9 4.9 (79)

  • Design in Mind

    A Silicon Valley Branding & Design Agency

    Design in Mind is a Silicon Valley creative agency that prides itself on custom design solutions for every client. Since 2002, weve helped companies of all sizes and industries build, refresh, and scale their brands against key business objectives...

    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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    5.0 5.0 (16)

  • Davel Creative Agency

    Well Let the Results of Our Work Speak for Themselves.

    The team at Davel Creative Agency consists of creative professionals in branding, advertising, and marketing. They believe that their unpredictability sets them apart from other teams and that going beyond what is considered normal results in exceptional outcomes. The specialists at Davel Creative Agency view...

    Location
    Glendale, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (12)

  • Brown Marketing

    Curating Hospitality Stories

    Brown Marketing is a full-service marketing agency specializing in luxury travel and hospitality, helping hotels, resorts, and boutique properties build strong, memorable brands. Acting as an extension of each clients team, the agency provides senior-level expertise across brand strategy, storytelling...

    Location
    Danville, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • IZUMI Agency

    Mindful Marketing To Empower Your Brand.

    IZUMI Agency is a mindful marketing agency, offering brand strategy & retention marketing support to brands looking to grow their business in an intentional way, with the customer at heart...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Iron Creative

    Supercharging Your Digital Transformation

    Iron Creative is a powerhouse in digital brand development, creating unforgettable experiences for B2B tech customers and optimizing the virtual retail landscape of fashion and lifestyle brands. We help businesses supercharge their customer journeys while strengthening long-lasting relationships with...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • Sprout Marketing and Design

    Affordable Websites for Service Providers

    Sprout Marketing and Advising specializes in website design, with a particular focus on nurturing and enhancing service-based companies in Northern California and Central Arizona. Dedicated to collaborating with small to mid-size businesses, I find fulfillment in direct engagement with company owners...

    Location
    Folsom, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $65/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (27)

  • Engage Edits

    Helping Improve Your Business Visibility Long Term

    Imagine a marketing partner that can handle everything, from crafting your brand's story to boosting your online presence, all while understanding the unique nuances of the Southern California market. That's what we offer. We're not just a vendor; we're an extension of your team, dedicated to your growth...

    Location
    Temecula, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Summer

    Verified Verified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.

    Building Bright Ideas

    Summer is a full-cycle creative agency specializing in ideation, design and production. We join forces with established brands and ambitious startups, crafting standout campaigns, memorable digital experiences, and strategic activations that engage audiences and deliver measurable results...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    4.7 4.7 (70)

  • Cast Iron LA

    Big Agency Brains, No Agency Bloat

    Cast Iron LA is a full-service creative agency in Los Angeles built for brands doing $5M to $50M in revenue. Founded by Luis Ramirez (art director) and J. Barbush (copywriter), we bring 30+ years of combined Fortune 500 experience to companies that need real creative strategy without the overhead of a...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (4)

  • Fifty and Fifty

    Engage The World In The Worthwhile

    Fifty and Fifty is a San Diego-based growth strategy and marketing agency helping nonprofit organizations and social enterprises translate strategy into the brand, marketing, web, and technology systems that drive sustained engagement and revenue growth...

    Location
    Encinitas, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Lone Crest Media

    See The Work Before You Decide

    Lone Crest Media takes a different approach to client acquisition: instead of pitching promises, we build real, finished work first a live website and custom brand videos before a prospect ever signs a contract. Founded by Kathy Brook and Jimmy K with 20 years of combined marketing experience, we work with...

    Location
    Riverside, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Lindsay Wong

    Crafting Visual Narratives with Precision and Passion.

    Lindsay Nicole Wong is a Los Angeles based graphic designer and art director currently at Red Bull Records, where she creates design assets for global artist campaigns. A font enthusiast with strong creative strategy roots, she brings a blend of agency and in-house experience to brand, campaign, and album...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • iCatch Marketing

    No Bullshit Just Results.

    No fluff, no guesswork, no wasted spend. iCatch Marketing builds high-performance lead systems that turn marketing into measurable revenue. We combine data, automation, and real-world experience across Google, Yelp, and AI-driven search to deliver consistent results. Every campaign is built for one goal: more...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    4.9 4.9 (81)

  • Bay Laurel Solutions

    Demystifying Web Presence | Simple Web Solutions

    Bay Laurel Solutions is a woman-owned, LGBTQ+ business helping freelancers and SMEs thrive online with simple, effective web design, branding, and SEO. We create custom solutions that drive growth and reflect your brand...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • MyCali Designs

    Helping build and grow your business.

    MyCali Designs is based in Woodland. As a highly-rated design and marketing agency, we are dedicated to achieving results that drive your business success. Our approach centers around actively listening to you, ensuring we understand how we can create the greatest impact...

    Location
    Woodland, 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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