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
1,080 Companies - Rankings updated: April 02, 2026
Every agency on DesignRush meets evaluation criteria around expertise and client feedback to empower informed choices. Some listings include paid partnerships.
Design That Sells. Branding That Scales.
Innovative Technologies Need Innovative Creative. Marc Posch + Partner is a branding and design agency in Los Angeles that works with founders and leaders in times of transition and growth. Together, we transform ideas into brands worth rallying around and energize sales. [... see all Marc Posch + Partner reviews ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Digital Consulting & Creative Direction
Our Approach to Digital Marketing is Centered Around an “It’s All Connected” Brand Strategy. [... see all Create Element reviews ]- Location
- San Luis Obispo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Female-Led, Strategy-Driven, Boutique Digital Marketing Agency.
SLTC is an award-winning, female-led, strategy-driven growth agency that excels in active listening. We partner with consumer product brands that genuinely care about purpose and growth, ensuring that their voices shape our strategies every step of the way. [... see all SLT Consulting reviews ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Ideate. Create. Elevate.
SOAR Media is a dynamic Marketing and Advertising Agency, offering comprehensive services to businesses with a focus on innovation and client satisfaction. SOAR Media delivers effective strategies and solutions to businesses worldwide. [... see all SOAR Media reviews ]- Location
- Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Branding and Web Design Done Right
Brainbox is an expert agency in web design, UI/UX, branding, graphic design, and packaging design, aimed at helping businesses and organizations develop cohesive and effective visual identities. Our team of experienced designers and developers collaborates closely with clients to understand their business [... see all Brainbox Design reviews ]- Location
- Glendale, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Where Dental Dreams and Digital Dominance Converge
At DCM Moguls, our dental PPC strategies guarantee monthly inflow of qualified clients. We optimize PPC to tap into those keen on your dental services. Under the stewardship of Tim Healy, a two-decade marketing veteran, our customized strategies ensure every dollar invested yields a fruitful return. [... see all DCM Moguls reviews ]- Location
- Thousand Oaks, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We Create Loveable Websites, Game-Changing Applications, Scalable and Reusable Code Under the Hood.
Bachoo studio is an award-winning web studio, dedicated to creating sophisticated and technologically advanced solutions for our clients. We offer end-to-end services, starting with concept and strategy, and continuing through design, development, QA, devops, and support. [... see all Báchoo reviews ]- Location
- El Segundo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
At Smith&Co. we treat clients like "company".
Smith & Company is a family-owned, branding, content, and marketing communications company grounded in strategic ideas and brand storytelling. [... see all Smith&Co. reviews ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $190/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Unstoppable. Unflappable. Unapologetic.
If you're a marketing leader at a challenger brand, you need an ally who works as hard as you do. A partner who respects your budget. A team that understands the pressure to drive measurable growth, defend market share, and make every dollar accountable. That's where The Miller Group comes in. [... see all The Miller Group reviews ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
We Specialize in Brand Strategy, Branding, UX/UI Design, and Web Development.
We help companies grow by crafting powerful brands and websites that align with business goals and resonate with target audiences. Our branding studio, based in Los Angeles and New York, focuses on brand strategy, branding, advanced UX/UI design, and seamless web development. [... see all Pill Creative Studio reviews ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Brand, Web & Product UI/UX
Together is a full-service agency that builds brands, websites & digital products for good tech companies around the world. [... see all Together reviews ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Charter & Private School Marketing
Kreative Webworks is an award-winning school marketing agency that has been assisting Charter schools, Private schools and Higher Ed meet their enrollment goals since 2011. From strategy to enrollment, we can help you make the most of your marketing budget. [... see all Kreative Webworks reviews ]- Location
- San Clemente, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Navigating the Digital World for You
Opel Solutions: Your trusted digital partner since 2020. Our expertise encompasses digital marketing, web development, software services, and design excellence. We elevate your online presence, from SEO and social media marketing to e-commerce and custom software solutions. [... see all Opel Solutions reviews ]- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
The electrifying force that will take your business to new heights.
We're Volts Consulting, a team of design experts and marketing strategists passionate about turning your online presence into a powerful growth engine. [... see all Volts Consulting reviews ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Boutique Marketing Agency for Food & Beverage Brands
At Active Ingredients, we share a passion to help good brands become great, increasing our clients potential for positive impact through digital-forward marketing. [... see all Active Ingredients reviews ]- Location
- San Rafael, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Turn complex ideas into funding.
Zamora Design is a San Francisco-based creative studio specializing in presentation design, web design, and branding. With over 15 years of experience, we blend storytelling, strategy, and design to craft captivating presentations and digital experiences that drive results. [... see all Zamora Design reviews ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $240/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Your Genuine Brand Partner
Our expertise lies in bridging the gap between conventional advertising and the digital era. Our objective is to help you find the ideal positioning strategy for your company, brand, individual profile, event, or agency. [... see all Public reviews ]- Location
- Temecula, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 19 Projects Listed
Bringing Together Business & Technology
Smashed Media is an illustration, branding, and digital marketing agency which provides web development, graphic design, digital marketing, branding & corporate identity development services. [... see all Smashed Media reviews ]- Location
- Victorville, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
We Believe in Storytellers.
Black Château is a full-service marketing and PR agency that specializes in promoting authors and their books, as well as personality brands and creative businesses with a story to tell. The company developed the proprietary Author Network, an affordable marketing and PR strategy for authors that includes [... see all Black Chateau reviews ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Elevate Experiences and Activate Growth
World-leading website design and branding agency based in California, specializing in Branding, Website Design and Development, UI/UX design for applications, and AI Strategy. [... see all 500 Designs reviews ]- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Brand Transformation Studio – Rebranding Businesses for Growth in California
Motif Brands: Branding Studio - Transforming brands beyond business with award-winning creativity that drives results. Brand transformations that grows businesses. Founded by Reilly Newman in California [... see all Motif Brands reviews ]- Location
- Paso Robles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Wanted for Nothing is a Top Rated Design Agency in Los Angeles
WFN is an award-winning design agency headquartered in Los Angeles. We focus on strategies that create tangible results. Our team can cover full-cycle product delivery, including strategy, UX/UI design and development. [... see all Wanted For Nothing reviews ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
We Help Innovative Brands Shape the Future of Better Living
Migration Marketing is a strategic brand consultancy specializing in longevity, aging, and wellness. We partner with companies advancing the science of better living, helping them define their brand, craft their story, and stand out in a rapidly evolving market. [... see all Migration Marketing reviews ]- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Goodbye stressful job. Hello business you love.
Slake Marketing is a Los Angelesbased digital marketing agency that helps solopreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses grow their brands with clarity and confidence. The agency offers website and branding design, photography, strategy coaching, and integrated design-and-coaching packages, providing a [... see all Slake Marketing reviews ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Web Design | Development | Marketing
Our clients achieve conversions not just because of their website's stunning visuals, but also due to its SEO-optimized content and captivating videos, drone footage, and photography. We strategically craft everything with unforgettable programming and an intuitive user interface. [... see all Straightfire reviews ]- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Champion of the Challenger Brand. We Help You Take on Your Industry Gorillas and Win.
Gumas is an award-winning, full service San Francisco branding & advertising agency and the countrys foremost authority on Challenger Brand Marketing®. We help you take on your industry gorillas to quickly generate the greatest results from your marketing investment. [... see all Gumas Advertising reviews ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Digital and Physical Product Innovation
Delve is a physical and digital product innovation firm. [... see all DELVE reviews ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Your Vision, Our Foundation. You Build It. We Sell It.
At Nomadigo, we offer commercial video production and events services across diverse sectors with 300+ projects. We offer flexible pricing, making us startup-friendly. Our full-service approach covers everything from concept to post-production. [... see all Nomadigo reviews ]- Location
- Palo Alto, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 30 Projects Listed
Come chase the exceptional.
We're DPDK, brand innovation agency for the bold. We craft brand systems that connect purpose to performance. Come chase the exceptional. [... view DPDK profile ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 41 Projects Listed
A Customer Acquisition GROWTH Agency | Forbes Rated #1 SEO Company | 20+ Years of Success
SEO Brand has over 55+ years of combined experience and are behind global brands such as LG, Montblanc, The Weather Channel, Allegra, The Ritz Carlton and many more. [... see all SEO Brand reviews ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Challenging Convention, Accelerating Growth
Wpromote operates with a relentless challenger mindset, never content with mediocrity. We continuously optimize underperforming campaigns and push the boundaries of even the best campaigns to achieve greater success. [... see all Wpromote reviews ]- Location
- El Segundo, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
An Integrated Marketing Solution for Growing Organizations
Catalyst is an integrated marketing agency purpose-built to help growing organization bridge the marketing gap. [... see all Catalyst Marketing Agency reviews ]- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Real. Relevant. Results. Reliable.
At Elevated Internet Marketing, our commitment is to provide complete transparency and eliminate all the unnecessary hype. Our approach is data-driven, ensuring optimal conversions, sales, and client satisfaction. We offer customized digital services that prioritize your needs and budget, including expertise [... see all Elevated Internet Marketing reviews ]- Location
- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Everything We Do Is Grounded in Strategy
Prosperiam offers a comprehensive range of services to companies and individuals, including marketing strategy, social media strategy, content creation, research, copywriting, website development, and campaign planning and management. With over two decades of experience, founder Jana Wilkes has work [... see all Prosperiam reviews ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The agency for brands with a problem to solve
Were here because the world keeps speeding up, creating an ever-widening gap between who you are, and who you need to reach. [... see all Creative Digital Agency reviews ]- Location
- San Ramon, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
The Best Digital Marketing Agency Leading Globally.
We are a full-service agency with digital and technology experts who work on performance and conversion rate optimization, branding, SEO, SMM, e-commerce solutions, digital PR, website and product development, mobile app development, creative communications, and cloud solutions. We create efficient [... see all IDigitalise reviews ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Inspired Marketing. Beautiful Outcomes.
Healthcare Success is a leading healthcare SEO firm that specializes in delivering digital marketing outcomes for doctors, hospitals, and other healthcare-related organizations. Our data-driven approach to marketing profitably delivers patients to organizations nationwide. With over 20 years of experience [... see all Healthcare Success reviews ]- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Let’s Do Good Together!
Nika transforms companies by designing best-in-class experiences, driven by strong creative and rooted in technology, data, and strategy. We combine these capabilities to create a brand experience that grows businesses and people love. [... see all Nika reviews ]- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
The Advertising Agency for Startups
Division of Labor is an award-winning San Francisco-based creative and advertising agency specializing in Series B startups and B2B tech companies. We help Series A and B startups, and companies that think like startups, grow using clear strategy, sharp creative, and a healthy disrespect for boring. [... see all Division Of Labor reviews ]- Location
- Larkspur, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Brands Aligned. Workforces Transformed.
Evviva is a San Francisco-based brand agency specializing in technology, energy, financial services and startups. We build powerful brands that make people take notice and take action. [... see all Evviva Brands reviews ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Forging Names that Last
Lexicon Branding is the pinnacle of innovative naming, crafting brand names that captivate and resonate with consumers. Our comprehensive approach combines strategic planning, creative development, linguistic analysis, trademark assessments, and consumer research. With a team of experts and global reach, we [... view Lexicon Branding profile ]- Location
- Sausalito, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Where Genuine Brilliance Effortlessly Shines.
We help our clients succeed by creating unique costume websites, brand identities, digital experiences, and print materials that communicate clearly, achieve marketing goals, and look fantastic. [... see all Dino Code LA reviews ]- Location
- Del Rey, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Research, Design and Build
Lollypop Design is a global UX UI and Interactive Design Company on a mission to empower and touch a billion lives across the world through world-class digital experiences. [... view Lollypop Design Studio profile ]- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 54 Projects Listed
Driving Meaningful Growth
BLVR® is a creative consultancy that helps wellness brands drive meaningful growth. Using our proven approach, the BLVR Method, we turn your brand's belief and behaviors into the meaningful growth that drives competitive advantage and differentiates you in the market, building the emotional connection that [... see all BLVR reviews ]- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $275/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Always on Brand.
A world-class design studio developing brand identities from diverse perspectives. [... view EAT profile ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Building Brands for High Growth Companies
From cohesive brand systems to high-performing websites, to data-driven marketing strategies and content that resonates with diverse audiences, we deliver scalable solutions that help you lead; whether you're a mission-driven startup, an investor, an enterprise, or a nonprofit. [... view Wunderdogs profile ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 25 Projects Listed
Design as a Subscription for Fast Growing Teams
Designotion is a design agency that operates on a subscription-based model, commonly referred to as a Design as a Service (DaaS) provider. Our primary focus is on delivering product design solutions tailored for startups. [... see all Designotion reviews ]- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Web Design + Digital Marketing Agency | 20+ Years Experience
Top Notch Dezigns® is a full-service web design and digital marketing agency that specializes in custom websites tailored to meet diverse business requirements. With a focus on boosting brands, increasing conversions, and generating leads. [... see all Top Notch Dezigns® reviews ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Telling Stories Through Design
We provide UI/UX design services for growing companies. Our team creates heart-racing experiences by applying design thinking and bold creativity. Whatever your mission is, ours is to accompany you to success and generate powerful results. [... see all Evo Design Studio reviews ]- Location
- Mountain View, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Shaping Designs that Echo in the Hearts of Consumers.
GelComm, with over 20 years of experience, offers forward-thinking packaging design and comprehensive communications strategy for partners ranging from Fortune 100 companies to start-ups. Our areas of expertise encompass consumer goods packaging, entertainment branding, licensing and consumer research, all [... see all GelComm reviews ]- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
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