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

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  • SevenDesign

    Creating rock-solid brands

    SevenDesign is a versatile creative agency that provides end-to-end solutions for brand design, product development, and digital experiences...

    Location
    Sausalito, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • Erin Mininger

    Designing for the Future.

    Hey there! My name is Erin Mininger, I'm a professional freelance art director and graphic designer with over 10 years of experience based in Los Angeles...

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

    Strategic Design Studio for Passionate Founders & Purpose-Driven Brands.

    At Bear Design Company, we create intentional brand identities and custom Squarespace websites for San Diego small business owners, startups, and creatives who are ready to step into their next level with confidence. Every design is rooted in strategy, personality, and your long-term growth...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • LOAF Brands

    Making Your Brand As Ubiquitous As Bread

    LOAF Brands is a forward-thinking agency built to make brands not only recognized but truly memorable. Much like bread is an everyday essential, LOAF aims to position brands as a natural part of people's daily lives. By blending strategic insight, creative excellence, and market-driven innovation, LOAF...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    4.8 4.8 (12)

  • Six Degrees LA

    Taking Your Brand to New Heights

    Six Degrees LA understands that successful strategies begin with creative concept development. Our team of passionate professionals is driven to design innovative solutions tailored to our clients’ needs—solutions that stand out! With years of results-driven experience behind us, you can trust our team...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • The Shipyard

    Engineering Brand Love.

    The Shipyard is an independent, full-service agency that integrates creative, media, data and technology to build performance-driven brands audiences genuinely love...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
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    2.8 2.8 (5)

  • PRxDigital

    Strategic Storytellers, Digital Innovators

    At PRxDigital Silicon Valley, we tell our clients' stories with powerful copy and editorial content, stunning pictures and graphic art, and broadcast-quality video projects...

    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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    3.0 3.0 (4)

  • Admail West

    Direct Success, Amplified.

    Admail West is a trusted direct marketing company with nearly a quarter of a century of expertise. We offer comprehensive integrated marketing strategy consulting and implementation programs, leveraging our experience in direct mail and extending our services to database management, analytics, automated...

    Location
    Sacramento, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    4.0 4.0 (17)

  • Bullet Consulting

    Strategic Solutions, Bulletproof Results.

    Bullet Consulting, a full-service agency specializing in business, marketing and political consulting, offers comprehensive solutions for small and midsize businesses seeking revenue growth and influence. With expertise in strategic marketing, branding, messaging and content development, we empower our...

    Location
    Sacramento, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Agency Ready

    Your Brand, Our Canvas.

    Step into Agency Ready, a realm where innovation and creativity seamlessly meld to revolutionize your brand's trajectory. From compelling visual narratives to bespoke social media stewardship, and from meticulously designed graphics that linger in memory, our offerings harmonize creativity and influence...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Southport Marketing

    Create Unforgettable Brand Experiences

    Southport Marketing is a Camarillo-based experiential marketing agency that creates memorable, high-impact brand activations, live events, sponsorships, and consumer experiences that connect audiences with brands nationwide. Their full-service approach blends strategic creativity with seamless execution to...

    Location
    Camarillo, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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    4.5 4.5 (4)

  • Ogilvy California

    Advertising, Health, PR & Influence, Relationship Design, Consulting.

    Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship...

    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
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  • SimpliCreative

    A Team Built Around Care And Clarity.

    SimpliCreative combines brand strategy foundations with technical expertise in WordPress and MarTech integrations to build trust, capture high-intent demand, and track what's actually driving revenue. Established in 2003 in San Diego, California...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Illuminator

    Bringing Ideas to Life

    Illuminator brings the most innovative ideas and projects to life, with a particular focus on relaunching brands in food and tech industries...

    Location
    San Rafael, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Own Web Solutions

    We Turn Your Vision Into Reality

    Helping U.S. businesses grow online since 2022, we provide affordable custom web design and SEO services that deliver measurable results...

    Location
    Ontario, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Ballin PR & Marketing

    Amplifying Voices Of The Creative Brands

    Ballin PR & Marketing is an award-winning San Francisco-based boutique marketing + public relations. Our clients are a distinguished group of fashion designers, interior designers, craftspersons and creatives who shape culture...

    Location
    San Rafael, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • C&I Studios

    Stories That Inspire Real Results

    C&I Studios is a global creative studio specializing in video production, photography, branding, graphic design, web design, and storytelling-driven marketing campaigns. The agency helps brands create impactful visual experiences that engage audiences and drive measurable results...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    4.6 4.6 (9)

  • Bartlett Brands

    Story shapers. Industry shakers.

    Bartlett Brands is a boutique branding agency based in San Francisco. With a focus on challenging branding boundaries, we specialize in developing brands that defy conventions and make a lasting impact. From brand strategy and research to sustainability strategy, naming, brand identity, storytelling, package...

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

    Systematic Marketing for Growth-Minded Businesses.

    Offering Marketing, Video Production, and Branding Services. Deksia has collaborated with hundreds of companies to produce fruitful alliances and quantifiable outcomes across a wide range of industries. The agency has a diverse team of internal experts who enjoy working together and are inspired by the job we...

    Location
    Napa, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    4.9 4.9 (35)

  • Ajenda Public Relations

    Creative PR + Marketing Agency

    Ajenda Public Relations is a national full service PR, marketing, and creative agency based in Orange County, CA and specializing in the restaurant and hospitality industries. We pride ourselves on being highly creative and come up with engaging campaigns & activations for our clients to reach consumers and...

    Location
    Orange County, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • Color Mill Design

    A Boutique Design Agency, Dedicated To Empowering Purpose-Driven Visionaries.

    We're Color Mill Design, a CA & OR based branding and web design agency. We use design to make a positive impact and help you uncover your story's essence...

    Location
    Fort Bragg, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • TRIXMEDIA

    Creating Possibilities

    Based in Beverly Hills, California, TRIXMEDIA is a trustworthy advertising and digital branding firm. They make a great effort to familiarise themselves with partner companies' business, industry, and goals. They use all the available data to design branding solutions that have a creative and competitive...

    Location
    Beverly Hills, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Irving Torres

    Marketing Done Right

    With over 9 years of combined creative marketing agency experience, we're passionate about developing impactful brands. Let us tell your story. Based in Southern California, we work with food and beverage clients (e-commerce, CPG, retail) as well as tech enterprise and startup companies...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Mithril Media

    Helping Businesses Define Their Digital Presence

    The digital landscape grows larger every day and we're here to help you find your place within it. From crafting your brand to building your website to managing your tech stack, we'll make sure your digital presence is an asset, not a liability...

    Location
    Chula Vista, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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  • Schiefer Chopshop

    Helping You Tap Into the Local Market

    SCS unlocks the potential of brands with creative storytelling that energizes fans and forges life-long connections. Our unique approach combines decades' worth of deep media insight, planning expertise, buying strategy, content production experience - plus bold independent thinking. From concept to execution...

    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
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    4.3 4.3 (7)

  • Persius Inc.

    Sculpting Memorable Brand and Websites for Over 10 Years.

    Persius is a full-service creative agency specializing in building brands, designing websites, and crafting marketing campaigns that resonate. We blend strategy and creativity to deliver work that drives connection and achieves meaningful results...

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

    We Are a Digitally-Inspired Advertising Agency That Grows Hospitality Brands.

    The most seasoned digital agency in the food service sector is Dreambox, to put it simply. collaborating with more than a hundred local and national brands. For brand-conscious restaurants looking to reach customers in the most creative, reliable, and secure ways possible, Dreambox has quickly established...

    Location
    San Dimas, 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)

  • Pacific Nexus

    Born From Expertise

    [Welcome to the Nexus] A central point where strategy and execution meet to produce real results. A laboratory of creativity and intelligence. A launchpad for businesses ready to move past the noise and into the next phase of their evolution...

    Location
    Vista, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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    5.0 5.0 (5)

  • Barrels Ahead

    Marketing for Wine and Craft Enthusiasts

    At Barrels Ahead, we are committed to growing direct-to-consumer sales for wineries, breweries, cideries, and craft distilleries. Our team provides tailored marketing solutions to help our clients succeed in the competitive beverage industry...

    Location
    Carlsbad, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Czezar Design & Development

    Creating Digital Excellence

    Czezar Design & Development specializes in custom software, web applications, and digital design. Led by developer and designer Csongor Czezar, the studio blends technology and creativity to build modern, fast, and visually stunning solutions. From React and TypeScript development to branding, UX/UI, and...

    Location
    Rohnert Park, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Cofa Media

    We Are Focused on Making Things Work for You and Your Business!

    COFA Media uses a people-based approach to deliver exceptional branding services. Their digital marketing team focuses on each client's unique audience, which results in a high client satisfaction rate. Some of COFA Media's core services include e-commerce, website design, social media, SEO, interaction & UX...

    Location
    Carlsbad, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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    5.0 5.0 (3)

  • Durling Digital

    Be Awesome On the Internet.

    Durling Digital offers web development, graphic design, and online marketing. Our primary interest is to help your business grow by leveraging online tools...

    Location
    Santa Rosa, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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    5.0 5.0 (10)

  • Giant Partners

    Data Driven Marketing Agency

    Full service data and digital marketing agency. We leverage 250+ proprietary consumer and business marketing databases. We specialize in data-driven Meta, Email, Google, YouTube, Linkedin, and Streaming TV advertising. We also provide brand, web development, content publishing and Martech support...

    Location
    Thousand Oaks, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
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    4.8 4.8 (58)

  • Launch Button IO

    Your Next Lead-Generating Website Starts Here.

    We specialize in designing fast, hand coded websites for small and medium sized businesses. Launch Button helps small businesses digital marketing. We provide website design, development, and hosting services that's affordable for freelancers, solopreneurs, entrepreneurs, and small business owners...

    Location
    Walnut, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Urban Geko

    Building Tomorrow's Digital Landscape Today

    Urban Geko is a branding agency in Orange County and web design agency in Newport Beach helping companies elevate their brand and digital presence when their current website or identity no longer reflects the caliber of their organization...

    Location
    Newport Beach, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (25)

  • Big Day the Agency

    Creative That Defies Ordinary

    Our innovative blend of creative concepts and strategic prowess gives us the power to craft effective branding. Our campaigns bring remarkable reach - no matter where you're starting from, we can get your brand noticed!...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Dedicated Designs

    Turn Pixels Into People

    With our expertise and years of experience, we can make marketing your business simple. You'll be able to devote more time to growing your company while leaving the promotional work in capable hands. Allow us to take care of creating quality content that captures attention - giving you a worry-free way to get...

    Location
    Auburn, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Private Blanco

    Transforming Visions into Impactful Brands.

    Effective marketing goes beyond random ideas; it requires thoughtful, customized strategies that consider your company, industry, competition, and customers. We excel when we build long-term partnerships with our clients, steadily nurturing growth along the way...

    Location
    Chino, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • FRED & FARID

    Developing Purposeful Brands

    FRED & FARID crafts powerful, culturally resonant brands by combining strategic purpose with ambitious storytelling. With offices in Los Angeles, New York, Paris, and Shanghai, the agency connects brands to culture, driving relevance and emotional impact. Their expertise spans brand strategy, content...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    4.3 4.3 (21)

  • The Pollack Group

    Full-service PR, marketing and creative agency.

    The Pollack Group is an innovative agency that specializes in delivering powerful brand experiences. Our team of experts, Brand Psychologists, Audience Behavior Analysts, Content Creators, and Master Communicators, unlock the potential of your organization with meaningful strategies designed to foster loyalty...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (8)

  • Artsy Geek

    Full-Service Digital Marketing Agency

    Our area of expertise is integrated marketing with fantastic offline and online creative...

    Location
    Oakland, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
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    5.0 5.0 (6)

  • COTA Media

    Of What Design Can Do for Your Company.

    We specialize in creating bespoke websites and implementing digital marketing strategies for innovative brands and businesses...

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

    Turning Outside Inputs into Outsized Results

    Butler, Shine, Stern & Partners (BSSP) is an independent creative agency headquartered in Sausalito, California, with additional offices in New York City. Founded in 1993, the agency is renowned for blending bold creative with strategic insight, offering full-service advertising, digital marketing, brand...

    Location
    Sausalito, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
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  • Lightspace

    Branding, Design and Development

    Lightspace is a design and development agency located in beautiful San Diego, California. providing quality marketing services for anyone needing them. From small businesses to large corporations...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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    5.0 5.0 (11)

  • SPRITZ

    Interactive Marketing Simplified for You

    Spritz is a complete package for companies looking to expand their reach and connect with customers. This boutique marketing agency incorporates interactive technologies and traditional tactics into their services, creating powerful strategies that build strategic partnerships and grow businesses...

    Location
    San Francisco, 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 (20)

  • GotPrint

    Your Promotional Experts

    GotPrint is an online printing services provider founded in 2001 and headquartered in Burbank, California. Catering to businesses and creative individuals, the company offers a broad range of print products from business cards and brochures to custom apparel and signage delivered with fast turnaround times...

    Location
    Burbank, California
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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    2.7 2.7 (401)

  • SunerGarcia

    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...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Evo Strategies

    Helping You Succeed

    Evo Strategies is a California-based, full-service marketing, advertising and branding agency headquartered in Ladera Ranch. Founded in 2011, the boutique firm offers integrated servicesranging from brand strategy and web design to commercial video productiongeared toward mid-size organizations and consumer...

    Location
    Ladera Ranch, 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)

  • Autobyte Solution

    Your Go-To Web And Marketing Experts

    Autobyte Solution is a full-service digital marketing and web design agency that helps businesses across the United States build stronger online brands and drive measurable business growth. The company specializes in web design and development, branding, SEO, PPC advertising, content marketing, and social...

    Location
    Sacramento, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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