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United States × Illinois × $25,000 - $50,000 × Sort by: Organic Rankings ×Clear Filters
As an experienced branding agency, LLT Group ensures that every brand story we craft and experience we build drives authentic connections and measurable growth. Our recognized leadership in creative strategy, data-driven insights, and integrated marketing continues to set new standards in the branding niche...
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Web Design
Web Development
eCommerce Development
SEO
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Location
Naperville, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$149/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
LLT Group Services
Web Design
Web Development
eCommerce Development
SEO
Graphic Design
Branding
Design Services
Logo Design
WordPress Website Design
UI/UX Design
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IT Industry
Small Business Industry
Commercial Industry
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LLT Group Reviews & Testimonials
Kennan Davison CEO, Founder at Icon
5.0★
Web Design Review from Kennan Davison
Thanks to LLT Group efforts, we saw a 300% increase in web traffic and improvement on our conversion rate. The team ensured a seamless customer experience by delivering high-quality and timely outputs that exceeded our expectations. They were also talented, professional, and collaborative.
Dustin Bohannan Business Development Manager at SCOTHE
5.0★
Web Design Review from Dustin Bohannan
LLT Group was tasked with redesigning the full website to improve the user journey and elevate the brand aesthetic. they worked on penetration testing reporting company's website. We provided the copy and gave examples of web pages we like. We asked for all custom illustrations. We also needed some help with web development.The team delivered work on time and was responsive via email and virtual meetings, exhibiting excellent project management.
Brendan Murphy CEO at Access Telehealth
5.0★
Web Design Review from Brendan Murphy
Llt group designed and developed a website for a recruitment firm. The team was responsible for web design, UI/UX design, frontend development, and backend development. they were communicative and open to feedback throughout the project, fixing errors and making design changes as needed. Still, the project was delayed a couple of weeks, as Llt' team was a bit slow at implementing those changes. The dedication to their work was outstanding.
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VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
Boutique studio creating tailored web experiences.
Reach for the sky. We are Zero Negative. Your sidekick for big ideas. In a nutshell, Zero Negative is a small, boutique full-service design and development studio with a focus on creativity and close collaboration with clients. We make stuff - websites, web apps, interactive experiences, branding, and...
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Web Development
Web Design
WordPress Website Design
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
7 Projects Listed
ZERO NEGATIVE Services
Web Development
Web Design
WordPress Website Design
Branding
UI/UX Design
Graphic Design
Digital Services
Mobile App Development
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Mercedes-Benz
United Nations Development Programme
KFC
Vodafone Foundation
GS1
Conad
Curative Biotech
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ZERO NEGATIVE Reviews & Testimonials
Jaroslav Tyman Jr. General Manager at Automation IG
5.0★
Web Development Review from Jaroslav Tyman Jr.
We contacted Zero Negative about a two stage renewal of our company website with a very aggressive timeline for the first stage. Zero Negative worked and guided us through pulling off the first stage within our timeline while also ensuring that the content and ideas for that stage were readily applicable to the full design. When we got to the full design, they were fully responsible for corralling the various preferences and ideas from our team into a well executed cohesive site. We're now in a good spot and look forward to continuing to work with Zero Negative as our business and needs grow.
Susan E. Roberts Principal at Roberts Communications
5.0★
Web Development Review from Susan E. Roberts
Zero Negative did an exceptional job designing my website, roberts-communications.com. From the start, they understood that this wasn't just about aesthetics it was about positioning, credibility, and clarity for a senior-level communications brand.They translated a complex, high-stakes business into a site that feels polished, modern, and authoritative without being flashy or over designed. The process was collaborative, efficient, and thoughtful, and they were responsive to feedback while also offering smart guidance when it mattered.The final result reflects exactly how I want Roberts Communications to be perceived: strategic, sophisticated, and trusted. I would highly recommend Zero Negative to anyone looking for a design partner who understands brand, not just web building.
Anonymous President at OTEC Manufacturing
5.0★
Web Development Review from Anonymous
These guys are the best! We engaged with Zero Negative to develop a comprehensive web-based system for our factory that allows for managing orders, processes, and inventory. This initiative was essential for us to secure a big ticket client. We truly could not have accomplished this without their assistance. They dedicated considerable time to on-boarding and collecting the requisite information, followed by prototyping the software, and ultimately developing it from scratch. Overall, we are very satisfied.
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Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
Creative Websites That Convert.
We specialize in creating meaningful digital experiences infused with emotion, driven by innovation, evoking a sense of awe and wonder...
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Web Design
Web Development
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eCommerce Development
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Location
Peoria, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
Buzzworthy Studio Services
Web Design
Web Development
UI/UX Design
Branding
eCommerce Development
SEO
PPC
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Email Marketing
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WeWork
Betches
All Pro Team Sports
Bareburger
Story & Verse
GetSnooze
O Positive Films
ModernMD
SlingShot Intergalactic
Helias
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Buzzworthy Studio Reviews & Testimonials
Lewis Herrin Jr CEO at Sling Shot Intergalactic
5.0★
Web Development Review from Lewis Herrin Jr
Working with Buzzworthy Studios was exceptional. They designed and developed our custom website from initial concepts to launch.**Scope of Work and Key Deliverables:** The project involved collaborative ideation with a mood board and discussions on themes and messaging, followed by design, development, and iterations for visuals, layout, and functionality. This included responsive coding, multimedia integration, performance optimization, and SEO. Key deliverables: - Mobile-responsive, visually stunning website. - Custom graphics and assets. - CMS tool for basic in-house updates. - Testing, debugging, and maintenance docs. **Measurable Outcomes:** - Traffic up 45% in first 3 months (Google Analytics). - Session duration rose from 1.5 to 3.2 mins; bounce rate dropped 65% to 42%. - SEO: Page 1 rankings on key terms, 60% organic leads boost. - Load speed
Celyn Matienzo Marketing Strategist at Be the Buzz
5.0★
Web Design Review from Celyn Matienzo
Working with the Buzzworthy team on a website design and development project has been a fantastic experience with the expertise and creativity they bring to the table. Anyone can design and develop a basic, functional site that looks good. But the Buzzworthy team doesnt just take orders and pull something together that just meets what you think are your basic requirements.The team took the utmost care to get to know what makes our products and services unique so they could create a visually compelling website that communicated our key value proposition to help us stand out in a crowded market. The page layouts, visual elements, and even the smallest details on the site all work together. It takes true mastery of their craft to balance visually stunning sites with functionality both in technical execution and as a part of an overarching sales and marketing strategy.Buzzworthy is truly a valuable collaborative partner that wed be glad to work with again on future projects!
Craig Yeomans Head of Accounts at BlueStateRed
5.0★
Web Design Review from Craig Yeomans
The whole Buzzworthy team was attentive to our wants and needs, and integrated our vision into the site design in a way that was so much better than we had ever hoped it could look. This is a very important cause to us and the team at Buzzworthy treated it with the care it deserved and delivered enormous value with an absolutely gorgeous website. I would recommend them to anybody!
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Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
We're an award-winning branding studio in Chicago and NYC, with clients around the world.
We work with leaders to design brands that connect with people through storytelling, creativity, and human-centric strategy...
Top Services:
Branding
Logo Design
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$200/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
EightySeven Services
Branding
Logo Design
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Pufftown Bakehouse
Camp.Studio
Solo Stove
Metropolis Coffee
Bar Chido
Kleer Skincare
Fuel Shack
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EightySeven Reviews & Testimonials
Andrea Wroble Co-Founder at Fore-te LLC
5.0★
Branding Review from Andrea Wroble
We worked with EightySeven to develop our company's brand identity. As a brand new small business, we were not only looking for beautiful design concepts, but also something that would stand out in market. The team led us through impactful brainstorm sessions, presented several unique and memorable storyboards, and helped us build a cohesive visual identity and tone of voice. The team is timely, worked within our budget, and WOW'd us along the way. Highly recommend to all entrepreneurs!
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Seedhouse provides emerging brands, challengers & stalwarts unique branding and packaging designs. Our goal is to help clients grow, substantially. We are an offshoot of a renowned, disciplined brand design consultancy, and able to offer big agency perspective and experience together with the agility and...
Top Services:
Branding
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Seedhouse Services
Branding
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Designing Innovative Solutions for a Seamless User Experience
Based in Chicago, Beyond Design, Inc. offers comprehensive industrial design services, from research and strategy to engineering for manufacturing. Since 1994, we've been delivering innovative solutions that prioritize user experience and align with our clients' business goals...
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Product Design
Branding
UI/UX Design
Market Research
Web Design
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$200/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
5 Projects Listed
Beyond Design Services
Product Design
Branding
UI/UX Design
Market Research
Web Design
Design Services
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Zebra Printers
Instant Brands
Johnson Controls
Cedar Electronics
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Beyond Design Reviews & Testimonials
Jeremy Prince Review from Google
5.0★
Jeremy Prince's Review Sourced from Google
Educated and dedicated team of designers that has proven they can design award winning products. 30 years of superb customer service and commitment to design excellence.
Jina Park Review from Google
5.0★
Jina Park's Review Sourced from Google
Very impressed with their product development services and extremely smart and skilled team is working at Beyond Design. They know how to bring the new product to the comparative market.
christine nebel Review from Google
5.0★
christine nebel's Review Sourced from Google
We got a customised sofa from them. Very happy with the sofa, quick turnaround and faultless service. Highly recommended.
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Empowering Brands Through Creativity And Technology.
UnitOneNine is a user-centric creative agency that helps brands express themselves through creative direction and digital expertise. We specialize in digital strategy, UX design, brand strategy and development, and overall creative direction to deliver projects that exceed our clients' expectations...
Top Services:
Branding
Web Design
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$199/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
UnitOneNine Services
Branding
Web Design
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Geletka+ is an full-service, independent, creative-first agency based in Chicago. We help brands move faster and make a bigger impact by cutting unnecessary process and building integrated teams around the work that matters most...
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Branding
Creative Services
Product Design
Package Design
Mobile App Development
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$175/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Geletka+ Services
Branding
Creative Services
Product Design
Package Design
Mobile App Development
Web Development
UI/UX Design
Digital Marketing
Media Buying
Advertising
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Enterprise Software Development & IT Consulting Company
At Hidden Brains, we specialize in delivering state-of-the-art solutions meticulously tailored to our clients' specific requirements. Our comprehensive services include software development, IT consulting, wearable app development, and digital transformation, among others...
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Mobile App Development
Software Development
Web Development
Design Services
Digital Services
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Location
Schaumburg, Illinois
Number of Employees
500 - 999
Average Hourly Rate
$25/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
5 Projects Listed
Hidden Brains Infotech Services
Mobile App Development
Software Development
Web Development
Design Services
Digital Services
Branding
Web Design
UI/UX Design
eCommerce Development
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DHL
Caterpillar Inc
OMV Group
Saudi Telecom (STC)
Honeywell
International, Inc.
Aetna Inc.
Guaranty Trust Bank Plc
MRS Holdings Ltd.
Interswitch Group
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Hidden Brains Infotech Reviews & Testimonials
Manu Prakash Managing Director at CredAble
5.0★
Mobile App Development Review from Manu Prakash
What impressed us the most about Hidden Brains was their level of professionalism and attention to detail. They went above and beyond to ensure that we were satisfied with every aspect of the project, from the initial planning stages to the final deliverables. Hidden-brains's team was not only knowledgeable and experienced, but also creative and innovative in their approach. They were able to come up with unique solutions to our business needs that we hadn't even considered before.Additionally, Hidden Brains was always responsive to our needs and concerns and took the time to explain technical concepts in a way that we could understand. Overall, we were extremely impressed with Hidden-brains's professionalism, creativity, and commitment to delivering high-quality work, and we would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and innovative technology partner.
Johann van der Merwe Director at Baillie Gifford
5.0★
Software Development Review from Johann van der Merwe
Hidden Brains has been diligent in understanding the scope of our project, and theyve been able to show their knowledge about our project through their proposal. In addition, theyre invested in our project
Manoj Mishra Review from Google
5.0★
Manoj Mishra's Review Sourced from Google
Working in HB from last 17 Years and more to come........... 😃 Seventeen years of innovation and dedication: crafting solutions, shaping futures, and growing together in one remarkable in My HB journey.
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In todays competitive world, a winning brand is a game-changer. ColorJar gives brands the edge they need to achieve top performance and become a champion in their category...
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Branding
Logo Design
Graphic Design
Creative Services
Web Design
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
ColorJar Services
Branding
Logo Design
Graphic Design
Creative Services
Web Design
UI/UX Design
Content Marketing
Market Research
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At Bandwidth Marketing we specialize in mayhem, in a good way.
We call ourselves a Creative Consultancy. Why? Because we don't come in touting ads or digital or social or whatever. In each initial meeting, we simply listen.We ask about your business objectives, buyers, budgets, and brand. In this way, our strategic and creative solutions are right for your needs, not...
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Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Branding
Advertising
Graphic Design
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$200/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
Bandwidth Marketing Group Services
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Branding
Advertising
Graphic Design
Logo Design
WordPress Website Design
Web Development
Web Design
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We are creative business marketing strategists. Our exceptional strength in branding and corporate identity has earned us over 1,500 communication awards for many Fortune 500 companies. From healthcare, professional services, technology, manufacturing, distribution, energy and more - our unique ability to...
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Branding
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
SEO
Advertising
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Paragraphs Services
Branding
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
SEO
Advertising
Web Development
Package Design
Web Design
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Baxter Healthcare
Exelon
IBM Watson
Option Care
WaterSaver
Optimas
Quantum
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Paragraphs Reviews & Testimonials
Jillian Sigersmith Review from Google
5.0★
Jillian Sigersmith's Review Sourced from Google
Very creative and professional marketing agency. Their work speaks for itself. I highly recommend Robin and her wonderful team of creatives.
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SGK is a world-renowned provider of packaging and brand experience solutions. As an industry leader, we work to deliver value-added experiences with each interaction...
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Branding
Package Design
Advertising
Digital Strategy
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
1000 & Up
Average Hourly Rate
$149/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
SGK Services
Branding
Package Design
Advertising
Digital Strategy
Creative Services
Digital Marketing
eCommerce
Email Marketing
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At Command N, our expertise lies in crafting compelling brand stories that captivate consumers, fueling engagement and delivering results that attract more clients like these. We've contributed to the growth of renowned companies like GoreTex, GrubHub, and Guaranteed Rate, utilizing strategies such as trade...
If connecting with the Baby Boomer and senior generations is your mission, then you're in good hands. At Coming of Age we've cracked the code to Ageless Marketing - decoding their motivations, values and behaviours get your message across better than anyone else around. We know where they look online and how...
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Advertising
SEO
Product Design
Branding
Direct Marketing
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Location
Downers Grove, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$149/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Coming of Age Services
Advertising
SEO
Product Design
Branding
Direct Marketing
Media Buying
Email Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Public Relations
Video Production
Digital Strategy
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Secret Fort is a place where honesty thrives. We built it to eliminate weak ideas, endless churn, and calculated answers that survive boardrooms but never connect with people. Were not here to fake it. Were here to uncover what's real...
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Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
Content Marketing
Video Production
Branding
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Secret Fort Services
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
Content Marketing
Video Production
Branding
Web Design
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Simple Truth is an independent, Chicago-rooted, women-owned creative branding agency focused on connecting with the core of organizations to drive engagement and growth. We partner with clients ranging from Fortune 100 companies to local nonprofits, delivering solutions across branding, campaigns...
Yakkety Yak creates meaningful stories for brands that strive to make an impact. Our full-service team combines digital marketing with boundless creativity, forming effective strategies that capture the hearts of their audiences, resulting in measurable success!...
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SEO
PPC
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
Content Marketing
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$199/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Yakkety Yak Services
SEO
PPC
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
Content Marketing
Video Production
Branding
Web Design
Digital Strategy
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American Headache Society
Anselmo Lindberg & Associates
Graymont Medical
Lake Effect Medical
NCSA
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Yakkety Yak Reviews & Testimonials
Michael Anselmo Review from Google
5.0★
Michael Anselmo's Review Sourced from Google
Working with the team at Yakkety Yak has been an incredible experience. They are very responsive, knowledgeable, and patient for those like me, who are not completely tech-savvy. The team has done an incredible job of promoting my business through social media and other initiatives. I would highly recommend them to anyone who is trying to gain more exposure.
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The Office of Experience (OX) is a Chicago-based digital agency helping ambitious B2B companies outperform their peers. At the intersection of customer experience, marketing, and technology, OX unites strategy, design, and engineering to transform how companies connect with customers. Capabilities span B2B...
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Digital Strategy
UI/UX Design
eCommerce Development
Web Design
Digital Marketing
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$175/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Office of Experience Services
Digital Strategy
UI/UX Design
eCommerce Development
Web Design
Digital Marketing
CRO
Branding
Software Development
Web Development
Creative Services
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AMEX GBT
Mack Trucks
GEICO
Nasdaq
Medica
HealthEquity
Oscar Health
Sunrise Senior Living
VSP Global
DDN
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Office of Experience Reviews & Testimonials
Michelle t Review from Google
5.0★
Michelle t's Review Sourced from Google
If you are looking for an amazing digital team, these are your people! True professionals and a blast to work with!
Ashley Freeland Review from Google
5.0★
Ashley Freeland's Review Sourced from Google
Such an awesome time. They did a great job with the details. Take your time going through so you don't miss something.
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