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Best Illinois Branding Agency Rankings

6 Companies-Rankings updated: September 15, 2026

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$10,000 - $25,000
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  • KEXINO

    Better Marketing Starts Here

    Since 2008 we've been helping startups and small businesses around the world to deliver better, more relevant marketing strategies and tactics. Combining branding, messaging, design, SEO and CRO with a wide range of tactical marketing initiatives, we help you increase awareness, credibility, reputation, trust...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Business Consulting
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

    KEXINO Services

    • Branding
    • Business Consulting
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Print Design
    • Advertising
    • Digital Strategy
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    • Sefas
    • Timberland
    • Cisco
    • Bruker
    • AMI
    • UNESCO
    • IntelEvac
    • Cyberjaz
    • DQ Technologies
    • Impact Employee Solutions
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    KEXINO Reviews & Testimonials

    • Guy Campo
      Guy Campo Executive Director at 365 Health Service
      5.0★

      Design Services Review from Guy Campo

      We are extremely pleased with KEXINO's design of our hospital's website. From the initial consultation to the final launch, their team demonstrated exceptional creativity, professionalism, and attention to detail. They took the time to understand our goals and translated them into a visually appealing, user-friendly, and functional website that perfectly represents our brand.KEXINO's approach to responsive design ensures our site looks and performs flawlessly on all devices, providing an excellent user experience for our patients and visitors. The seamless integration of key features, such as appointment scheduling and patient portals, has greatly enhanced our online services, making it easier for users to access vital information.Their expertise in healthcare-specific design considerations, including accessibility and HIPAA compliance, was evident throughout the project. We highly recommend KEXINO to any healthcare provider looking for a modern, professional, and effective online presence.

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    4.3 4.3 (1)

  • Substance Strategic Communication

    Make Something That Matters

    Substance is a strategic branding firm with 20 years of experience. Our focus is rebranding from the ground up; market research, naming, strategy, brand development, and brand expression including logo, web design and development, and stakeholder communication...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

    Substance Strategic Communication Services

    • Branding
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    • Thresholds
    • Forefront
    • AIDS Foundation of Chicago
    • Google
    • Aspen Institute
    • Caterpillar
    • Lurie Cancer Center
    • Nourishing Hope
    • Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
    • New Star Lighting
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
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  • Sunup

    B2B Branding & Creative

    Sunup is a Chicago-based branding and creative studio powered by award-winning talent. From startups to Fortune 500s, we help B2B tech, cleantech and biotech companies distinguish their brands with clear positioning and compelling creative that drives breakthrough results...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed

    Sunup Services

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Content Marketing
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Advertising
    • Print Design
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    • RWE
    • Ubiquity
    • United Therapeutics
    • TechEquity
    • Memfault
    • LimitFi
    • Akeyless
    • Searchspring
    • Addigy
    • Lumity
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  • Varsity Time

    Varsity Time - For Brands That Want To Play Up.

    Varsity Time is a strategic and brand elevation agency committed to assisting clients in realizing powerful brand identities and marketing and communication strategies that discharge their full potential. Varsity Time's strategy is custom-tailored for entrepreneurs to multi-billion dollar corporations that...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Riverwoods, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    Varsity Time Services

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • Content Marketing
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    • TaskUs
    • Buyers Edge Platform
    • MatchPoint Studios
    • Mastery Logistics Systems
    • Michigan Letterwinnners M Club
    • The Village of Riverwoods
    • Brindley Engineering
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
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  • Crux Creative

    A 360° Creative & Marketing Agency.

    Crux is a dynamic, woman-owned Creative and Marketing Agency, dedicated to sculpting brand identities and crafting engaging strategies. Specializing in interactive experiences, digital communications, and immersive environments, Crux ensures clients forge lasting connections with their target audiences...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    Crux Creative Services

    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Creative Services
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Oracle
    • CCI
    • University of Bowling Green
    • HKS
    • Perkins+Will
    • WBTC
    • Discovery World
    • Wisconsin State Fair
    • U.S. Navy
    • Yunker
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Crux Creative Reviews & Testimonials

    • Paula Kappes
      Paula Kappes Review from Google
      5.0★

      Paula Kappes's Review Sourced from Google

      Crux Creative and Michele have been a key partner and vendor for my business for 10+ years. Michele cares for all our publicity and advertising needs, including printed pieces. Recently, she completed a new website on budget and on time. We are thrilled with the finish design and functionality. She has an expert eye for design and has been very effective in helping us to manage to a tight marketing budget. I highly recommend Crux Creative.

    • Cal Cook
      Cal Cook Review from Google
      5.0★

      Cal Cook's Review Sourced from Google

      Crux has built our last three websites. We also use them for our agency's design, marketing and social media needs. They are resourceful and timely. I highly recommend Michele and the team at Crux Creative.

    • Murphy Wallbeds Chicago
      Murphy Wallbeds Chicago Review from Google
      5.0★

      Murphy Wallbeds Chicago's Review Sourced from Google

      We at Murphy Wallbeds Chicago could not be happier with the job that Crux Creative has done with our website. Their attention to detail in both design and maintenance is second to none. Michele Allen has gone above and beyond for us, creating a intuitive and attractive site and responding to any issue we have immediately. If you are looking to create a website, Crux Creative is the firm to use.

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    5.0 5.0 (6)

  • JNJ Creative LLC

    More than just design.

    An award-winning boutique visual communications business that delivers solutions for nonprofits, community orgs and public-serving entities. The goal? To amplify good works for the greater good. Through graphic design and artistic partnerships, creativity and equity intersect...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    JNJ Creative LLC Services

    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Event Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Digital Strategy
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Mainstreet America
    • Folded Map NFP
    • Harris Theater Chicago
    • The Field Foundation of Illinois
    • The University of Chicago
    • Elevated Chicago
    • Chicago Beyond
    • Chi Dept. of Cultural Affairs & Special Events
    • Dept. of Planning & Development, Chicago
    • University of Illinois
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
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