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

311 Companies - Rankings updated: August 19, 2026

All agencies on DesignRush undergo evaluation based on professional expertise and verified client reviews. Please note that certain placements are paid partnerships.

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  • Nemomakes

    A Creative Partner For Your Team.

    Nemomakes helps countless companies, startups, founders and entrepreneurs create web and mobile products for their businesses that deliver phenomenal and tangible results...

    Location
    Walnut Creek, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    20 Projects Listed
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  • Brandmagic

    Crafting brands people believe in.

    We specialize in innovative small business branding solutions that empower B2B brands to rise above the competition. Our focus is on UI/UX brand strategy, seamlessly integrating branding and marketing efforts to drive significant business growth...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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    4.3 4.3 (1)
    5.0 5.0 (2)

  • Magnetic Creative

    Promising Global Branding With a Human Element

    We take pride in our versatility, having collaborated with various brands across different industries, including consumer goods, B2B, Enterprise and Tech, consumer electronics, food and beverage, as well as outdoors and lifestyle brands...

    Location
    Temecula, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (4)

  • McLean

    McLean: Creating Triumph in Every Package.

    McLean, a leader in brand and packaging design, sees branding and packaging as the core of your business. We understand our partners and their consumers, enabling us to create compelling solutions that enrich consumers' lives. We work with businesses of all sizes, using our team of highly-trained specialists...

    Location
    Walnut Creek, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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  • Blac Flag

    Innovation Through Automation

    Blac Flag is a full-service creative, development, and growth partner for brands that need more than pretty pictures. We design and build high-performing sites, apps, and automations, then back them with SEO, email, and paid media that actually drive revenue...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
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  • YZZY Agency

    Our Creative Agency Specializes in Crafting Captivating Visuals.

    Yzzy Agency is a Los Angeles based creative studio founded in 2008, specializing in branding, UI/UX design and web development for startups and small businesses. With over 15 years of experience and more than 650 projects completed, Yzzy delivers visually compelling and user-friendly digital solutions that...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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    4.3 4.3 (1)
    5.0 5.0 (13)

  • Desert Society

    Generating Creativity

    Whether marketing memorable brands, or designing alluring interiors, at Desert Society were passionate about generating creativity to help the people and businesses of the SoCal region shine that much brighter...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • SG Cartel

    Creatives With Agency

    SG Cartel is a global creative services coalition headquartered in Los Angeles, specializing in fashion, luxury, beauty and premium lifestyle. We build culturally resonant brands through creative strategy, storytelling and narrative architecture, graphic design, campaign concepting and content production...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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  • Edenspiekermann

    Transforming Organizations Through Creativity

    Our mission is to unleash the untapped potential of businesses by harnessing the power of design and technology. Through our innovative approach, we identify and capitalize on valuable business opportunities, propelling organizations toward growth and success...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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    4.2 4.2 (1)

  • Onmove Digital Agency

    Connecting Brands With People

    Onmove Digital Agency is a premium digital marketing and web design agency based in Sydney. We help businesses across Australia and the United States achieve measurable growth and high ROI. We specialise in Google Ads, SEO, social media marketing, branding, and high-performance websites...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (53)

  • Alfa Charlie

    Branding, Websites & Graphic Design

    The nautical flags, Alfa Charlie, are code to abandon ship. For us, they're a signal to defy convention, start fresh, and seek new territory together...

    Location
    San Diego, 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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  • Weborify

    Visual Solutions for Modern Businesses

    Weborify is a Web Design & Digital Marketing Agency focused on growing brands online. We create effective brand strategies, custom web design, development, and digital marketing solutions to generate greater brand engagement and conversions...

    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Beveled Design Co.

    Unifying Who You Are With What You Do.

    Welcome to Beveled Design Co. We don't just design, we create identity. When you choose BDC you're choosing a partnership that goes beyond the ordinary. We are not just designers; we are storytellers, weaving narratives through visuals that captivate, engage, and connect. We are problem solvers, turning...

    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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  • Design to Brand

    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...

    Location
    Brea, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
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  • Déclick Agency

    A Digital Creative Agency Based in Los Angeles

    As a small, specialized agency, we adopt a carefully tailored method to build brands and digital experiences. Our strategy focuses on customers and achieving results, utilizing a global network of brand creators and experts. By transcending geographical limitations, we rapidly enhance both multibillion-dollar...

    Location
    Santa Monica, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed
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  • Second Sight Design

    Seeing Is Believing.

    Using our 20/20 insight, we turn vision into action to bring your brand's world into focus...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
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  • Commerce Ink

    Simplifying Amazon, Amplifying Your Brand

    Commerce Ink was built from inside the Amazon ecosystem. After managing large portfolios, we saw brands struggle with fragmented strategy, content, and operations. We created a full-service model where everything works together under one roof. As operators, we focus on helping brands turn Amazon from a...

    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Redideo Studio

    Creative Agency San Diego, California

    Creative Agency In San Diego, California. The visionary owner, Daniel Travers, has over two decades of expertise that includes digital marketing, website design, and video production. He has collaborated with renowned companies such as iHeartMedia, Lexus, iTan Sun Spray Spa, Dermacare and more...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $135/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (39)

  • smallnormous

    Elevate Your Enterprise From Small to Smallnormous

    In a sea of countless marketing agencies, all vying for your attention, what sets our Wix website design company apart? Our unwavering dedication to providing your business with nothing short of excellence. This includes passion, expertise, and an unbreakable commitment to your satisfaction...

    Location
    Santa Rosa, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (16)

  • binaery

    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...

    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
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  • Truly Creative

    Branding That Builds Shelf Confidence

    We are an award-winning strategic branding and design agency specializing in package design in food, beverage, and wellness categories...

    Location
    Petaluma, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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  • HIYO DESIGN

    BRANDING • WEB DESIGN • SOCIAL MEDIA

    We help business owners build beautiful, authentic brands & professional websites without the overwhelm. Our systemized approach makes building a brand an easy, accessible, and enjoyable experience! We can help you attract the right audience by strategically guiding you thru the creation of your brand...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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  • Orange Tulip Studio

    Some call it branding. We call it love.

    Orange Tulip Studio is a Los Angeles branding agency specializing in logo design, brand identity, graphic design, and website design. Since 2012, we have helped businesses build memorable brands, attract customers, and grow through strategic branding, creative design, and results-driven experience...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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  • Mangrove

    Impactful WordPress Web Design Solutions

    As a woman-owned WordPress web design and development company, we specialize in building high-impact custom websites for environmentally conscious, social justice-oriented, and purpose-driven companies. With our expertise in WordPress, we provide full control over website editing and maintenance...

    Location
    Oakland, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    14 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (11)

  • Tank Design

    We Redefine Branding

    Tank harnesses the power of design, language and technology to simplify intricate matters and deliver compelling solutions. Since its establishment in 1994, Tank has been seamlessly integrating design and technology to assist businesses in creating unforgettable brand expressions through a hands-on...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $190/hr
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (8)

  • Lia Vin Creative Design Agency

    Get your brand the visibility it ‍DESERVES!

    We are full service creative design agency, we offers creative solutions, cost effective, visual and interactive design services. Taking your business to its highest potentials!...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $79/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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  • Pereira O'Dell

    We Bring Big Ambitions to Life.

    Pereira O'Dell is an independent creative agency that lives for the big swings. We believe that it's in that pursuit of finding something bigger — something better than what exists — where we discover what really matters to people and brands. At Pereira O'Dell, we bring big ambitions to life. For the past...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
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    3.5 3.5 (4)

  • TAWD DESIGN

    Visual Solutions

    TAWD DESIGN is a full service creative agency based in San Diego, CA. We offer the following services: Branding and Identity Work, Print Design, Package Design, Web Design and Development, Digital Design and Development, Branded Retail and Trade Show Environments...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Webloo

    Elevate Your Digital Experiences.

    Welcome to the New Era of Digital Excellence. Embrace the Fusion of Creativity and Technology...

    Location
    Newport Beach, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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  • Frank Collective

    Bold Branding, Honest Storytelling

    FRANK Collective is a creative agency specializing in branding, strategy, design, content, and digital experiences. With a focus on clarity, boldness, and authenticity, the agency crafts distinctive brand identities that capture audience attention and drive long-term growth. FRANK has partnered with industry...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (2)

  • Experia Creative

    A San Diego Creative Agency for Branding, Web Design, Graphic Design, & Digital Marketing

    San Diego's Leading Creative Agency for Small Business Branding, Web Design, and Marketing. We at Experia Creative are committed to empowering the growth of small businesses throughout San Diego and beyond. We craft tailored web design, branding, digital marketing, and graphic design solutions...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (19)

  • Double Six Design

    Packaging That Speaks. Brands That Sell.

    Double Six Design is an Oakland, California based brand consultancy and design studio founded in 2008. With a boutique team of under 10 creatives, the firm specializes in food and wellness brand packaging, identity, and digital design, delivering premium engagement through narrative-driven visual systems...

    Location
    Oakland, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
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  • Vapor Studio

    Exceptional Branding for Growing Businesses

    Vapor Studio specializes in creative-driven product design and the building of iconic brands. Over a decade of experience providing powerful communications and engaging designs for clients has allowed Vapor to develop a unique hybrid structure. In our California studio, industrial design, product design...

    Location
    Carlsbad, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
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  • Truffl Branding Agency

    Truffl Is an Award-Winning Branding Agency

    Award-winning creative agency and venture studio specializing in branding, strategy and content...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
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  • Bondir

    We Believe in a Brands Ability To Move People.

    We are a creative collective comprised of writers, thinkers and designers who have come together to make great work that means something. Our abilities and backgrounds are diverse, yet our motivation comes from the same place...

    Location
    Encinitas, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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  • The Engine is Red

    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!...

    Location
    Santa Rosa, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    4.8 4.8 (8)

  • Ludlow Kingsley

    We Deliver Exceptional Branding Services

    Ludlow Kingsley is a creative agency specializing in visual identity design, helping brands craft cohesive and distinctive visual systems. Their team develops logos, typography, color palettes, and supporting brand assets that reflect a company's personality and values...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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    5.0 5.0 (7)

  • Punk Hous

    Producing Strength By Design

    Punk Hous is a boutique art, branding, and manufacturing partner for retail brands, touring bands, and businesses looking to manufacturer custom packaging, unique promotional items and custom apparel. Unlike traditional agencies, we work exclusively with clients who manufacturer with us, ensuring design and...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • The Naming Group

    Naming At Scale

    The Naming Group is the premier naming systems agency. We work with enterprise-scale organizations and growing startups to develop strategic brand and naming architectures, company and product naming, and other verbal brand assets...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $400/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • Bruxton Group

    Making Marks Remarkable

    The Bruxton Group is a boutique creative studio based in Culver City, California, founded in 2013. Specializing in branding, packaging, web design, and digital strategy, the agency collaborates closely with small to mid-sized consumer product and lifestyle brands. The team delivers soulful, strategic...

    Location
    Culver City, 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 (1)

  • Mad Mind Studios

    Innovative Digital Agency Crafting Impactful Experiences

    Mad Mind Studios, based in Los Angeles, is your go-to for comprehensive branding, web design, and SEO solutions. From custom websites to logo and packaging design, animation, pitch decks, and both on-site and off-site SEO, we're dedicated to positioning your brand for success...

    Location
    Culver City, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (84)

  • EC Marketing For ALL

    A Team That'll Help Your Business succeed specially in these unpresented times, for over 24 years!

    As a Full Service firm we’re here to handle Basic Directory Setup to Complete Design/ Digital Branding, Store Launch and Sales! ​Our Dedicated team is aware of Your business needs and we make ourselves available 7 days a week...

    Location
    San Diego, 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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    4.3 4.3 (1)

  • Heirloom

    Intangible Value That Lasts

    Heirloom is an independent brand strategy and identity firm. We specialize in brand positioning, naming, brand architecture, messaging and voice, and visual identity design. Past clients include Flex, John Deere, EMyth, Facebook, Marketo, and Walmart...

    Location
    Pacifica, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
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  • Jenn David Design

    Whipping Up 5-Star Food and Beverage Branding Designs

    Jenn David Design is a renowned food and beverage branding and packaging design company with over 20 years of expertise in partnering with specialty food brands. We specialize in creating powerful, strategic designs that captivate attention and deliver tangible results. Our comprehensive services cover food...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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  • Duncan Channon

    It's Time to Stand Out

    Recognized twice as Ad Age Agency of the Year, Duncan Channon is a trusted partner for ambitious companies seeking to elevate their brand and achieve exceptional results...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (3)

  • Dust Cloud Design

    Exquisite Design at Exceptional Prices

    DUST CLOUD DESIGN is an award-winning Napa Valley Graphic Design, Packaging, and Branding Agency lead by Creative Director and Owner, Joe Borreson, focusing on Packaging, Branding, Collateral, Identity (Logos), Signage, Squarespace Web Design, Development and Web Consultation, and digital & analog...

    Location
    Napa, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Marzo Creative

    Building brands that outlast the seasons.

    Marzo Creative is a Los Angeles Brand & Design Firm serving hospitality, CPG brands, startups, entertainment, professional businesses, and health and wellness brands. Branding, strategy, and creative direction, all in one place...

    Location
    Los Angeles, 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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  • Liquid Light Design & Marketing

    Turn Clicks Into Clients With Bold, Conversion-Driven Design

    Liquid Light Design & Marketing specializes in crafting modern, high-impact websites for professionals, startups, and established businesses. Our expertise spans custom web design, comprehensive branding strategies, SEO marketing to enhance online visibility, and AI-driven business consulting for smart...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Matter Consulting

    Theres Nothing More Powerful Than a United Group of Souls Ignited in a Common Cause.

    Matter Consulting is the home of Steven Morris’ brand, culture, and business advisory work. Steven has been a trusted advisor to more than 3,000 business leaders at more than 250 global, national, and regional brands since 1994...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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