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94 Companies-Rankings updated: August 24, 2026

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  • Jones Knowles Ritchie

    Be Distinctive Everywhere

    Jones Knowles Ritchie (JKR) is a global branding agency that helps organizations build distinctive brands through strategy, identity design, and brand experience. Since 1990, the agency has partnered with leading global brands to create memorable identities and transformative brand strategies that strengthen...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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    4.5 4.5 (13)

  • Julia Kobeszko

    Design That Speaks Without Words

    Julia Kobeszko is a creative designer focused on crafting thoughtful, visually compelling brand experiences. With a blend of strategic insight and artistic sensibility, helping brands communicate clearly, connect authentically, and stand out with intentional, elegant design...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • LAIR

    A Collective of Visual Craftsmen Using the Moving Image To Tell Your Story on Any Screen.

    LAIR is a fully integrated creative studio with a story-first approach to production. Our award-winning roster of multimedia directors offers an incredible range of expertise. We pride ourselves on taking ideas beyond expectations...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1/hr
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    5.0 5.0 (5)

  • Aumcore

    Digital marketing agency driven by results

    Aumcore provides Digital Marketing services from mobile, web, advertising, gamification, and social media...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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    4.9 4.9 (25)

  • Labbrand

    Your brand is your power.

    Labbrand is a premier agency specializing in Insights, Strategy, Naming, and Design. We craft compelling brand identities and innovative solutions that enhance brand equity, ensuring your brand resonates powerfully with its audience...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • UPBEAT

    Ignite & Scale Your Growth with Bespoke Creative & Digital.

    UPBEAT is the genuine Growth Partner you've been searching for. We specialize in driving scalable growth for small businesses and startups through tailored Digital and Creative Strategies. Our boutique approach means your brand gets the one-to-one attention it deserves. Let's Get Growing...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Surge River

    Web Solutions For Digital Growth

    We're a digital agency proudly based in New York City. We design and develop custom websites that help businesses with their digital growth, including e-commerce, search engine optimization (SEO), and branding...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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  • Yantram Animation Studio

    Design Excellence

    YANTRAM STUDIO, flourished out as a Global Brand in the world of Imagination and designing. Our architectural outsourcing Company strongly represent our decade old arduous journey to become a top class renowned brand for 3D Building construction drawings & Design, an envy to every studio in the CGI world...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Roen Creative Studio

    Crafting bespoke brands for authentic creatives.

    Roen Creative is a comprehensive design studio specializing in custom website design, unique templates, branding, and logo creation. We collaborate with ambitious brands and businesses, helping them elevate their identity and reach their goals through innovative and strategic branding and web design...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Brendan McAuliffe

    Design Built on Clarity and Craft

    Brendan is a New York-based designer, illustrator, and art director specializing in concept-driven branding and identity design. He brings together bold ideas, thoughtful storytelling, and a strong visual language to create brands with depth and character. With a focus on clarity, originality, and cultural...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Dazed Media

    Where Culture Inspires Creative Innovation

    Dazed Media is an independent creative media company that blends editorial storytelling, digital publishing, creative strategy, and branded content to help global brands connect with culture-driven audiences through innovative campaigns and multimedia experiences...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Flow Agency LLC

    Designing for impact.

    Flow Agency LLC is dedicated to inspiring and elevating brands by delivering seamless and exceptional design experiences tailored to their unique identities and goals. With a focus on innovation and creativity, we strive to help our clients stand out in their respective markets...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • MAVRK Studio

    We Create for Creators.

    MAVRK Studio is a creative and growth agency for food & beverage brands. We help emerging and established brands build strong identities, grow online, and turn products into retail-ready businesses. From launching new brands to reimagining legacy favorites, we know food and we make it look good...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Tiffany M. Wu

    Branding/ 3D art/ Digital/ Physical- Based in New York. Working Globally.

    Tiffany is a highly skilled and multifaceted visual designer based in New York, specializing in the development of compelling brand identities and strategic art direction across various creative disciplines...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Julia Camina

    Rooted in Storytelling and Made With Intention

    Julias work lives where storytelling, creative direction, and brand strategy meet. Driven by a deep appreciation for detail and symbolism, she approaches every artistic and strategic choice with intention and purpose...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • The Graphic Studio LLC

    Taking Ideas From Concept To Reality

    Whether designing a website, developing a brand identity, or shaping a marketing campaign, my approach remains the same: understanding the end goal is essential to creating the most effective solution...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (7)

  • Ben Eshleman

    Crafting Graphics That Make You Feel Alive

    Ben Eshleman is a New York Citybased graphic illustrator and printmaker. He designs bold visual identities and tangible pieces for bands, brands, and live events that spark energy and bring experiences to life...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Point of View Consulting

    Strategic Perspective. Measurable Impact.

    Point of View Consulting helps businesses, nonprofits, and growing organizations build the strategy, structure, systems, and operational clarity needed to launch, manage, and scale with confidence...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (7)

  • Further Group

    A Bet On The Future

    Further Group is a strategic design agency specializing in visual identity design for brands seeking clarity, consistency and impact. They create cohesive brand systems that reflect a company's personality and values across all touchpoints...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
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  • LN.IV Studio

    Design That Defines Your Brand

    LN.IV Studio is a creative agency founded by Ellen Ivy Krantz, specializing in clean, refined brand identities for innovators, artists, and creatives...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Concept Farm

    Destination Marketing-Focused Agency

    Concept Farm is located in New York City with 25 Farmers collaborating across strategy, account management, creative, design, social media and measurement and analytics. To harvest content with maximum efficiency, we also have a full suite of in-house production and post-production capabilities...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $185/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • FutureBrand

    We Make Businesses Better Through Brand

    FutureBrand is a global brand-led strategy and design agency that helps businesses grow through the power of branding, combining strategic rigor with creative execution. With over 25 years of experience, the agency specializes in brand strategy, design, and management, working with organizations across...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
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  • Margalit Cantor

    Precision In Every Detail

    Margalit Cantor is a graphic designer specializing in developing distinctive and thoughtful branding for businesses and institutions that strive to make a meaningful impact. With a focus on visual storytelling and strategic design, she creates identities that not only look compelling but also resonate deeply...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Bleunix Digital

    Your Growth Our Expertise.

    SAY HELLO TO YOUR NEW DESIGN & GROWTH PARTNERWe help brands look better, sound clearer, and convert more. From custom websites built to perform, to bold branding and creative that actually gets noticed, everything we create is made to help your business stand out, build trust, and grow...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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  • SEO Antares

    Your Independent SEO Consultant

    Unlock sustainable growth with Shawn Zaripov, your dedicated partner in organic search. Moving beyond the "agency" mindset, Shawn provides bespoke SEO strategies that align directly with your business goalsnot just vanity metrics...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (4)

  • Mike Brown Design

    Design With Clarity. Delivered With Purpose.

    Mike Brown is a designer with over a decade of experience, combining his creative and technical skills to design user interfaces that are intuitive, accessible, and engaging...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $48/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Logo Invention

    Turning IdeasIinto Powerful Digital Experiences

    At Company Logo Invention, we transform ideas into powerful brand identities through creative, custom-designed logos that leave a lasting impression. Our team combines innovation, strategy, and artistic vision to craft unique visuals that help businesses stand out, connect with their audience, and build a...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • Analog Events

    Experiential Activation & Event Production Agency

    Analog is a certified B Corp experiential agency creating bold, meaningful events from brand activations to B2B conferences that connect people, spark culture, and drive impact...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
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  • WONU

    We Build Narrative Spaces

    WONU Studio designs and produces brand experiences that work in the real world. The Brooklyn-based studio handles brand activations, luxury retail pop-ups, cultural event experiences, and immersive brand environments for fashion, beauty, tech, and entertainment brands from concept and spatial design through...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
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  • Akxens

    Transform Ideas Into Digital Solution

    Akxens Inc. is a premier enterprise software engineering firm redefining the standards of digital transformation by bridging the critical gap between boutique agility and institutional scale. We specialize in architecting high-performance digital infrastructure from custom ERP and CRM ecosystems to scalable...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • SHEK SEO

    Organic Growth. Real Results.

    SHEK SEO stands as a comprehensive organic search optimization agency dedicated to facilitating the growth and online recognition of brands. Specializing in assisting small businesses and individuals seeking additional support in enhancing their online visibility, we offer a range of services tailored to meet...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Fermented Pixels

    A Digital Laboratory

    We expand brand positioning in the marketplace and build strategic online presence through innovative design, development, strategy and modern marketing practices...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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    5.0 5.0 (6)

  • Hyphen8tion Studios

    We collaborate with our clients for smart design solutions that are more than just a pretty face.

    Hyphen8tion Studios is a creative solutions firm offering brand, digital, web, and print media. We strive to create experiences and products that are functional and delightful to use, as well as something that the client will be proud to showcase. We keep the end-user at the center of our design philosophy to...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $225/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • OneBillion! Agency

    Marketing isn't a math problem.

    The OneBillion! Agency isn't your typical agency. We're a marketing effectiveness shop helping brands grow through data-driven, customer-centric, and results-oriented marketing campaigns...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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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
    New York City, New York
    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)

  • Saint Urbain

    Branding & Design Agency

    Saint Urbain is an award-winning creative agency specializing in branding, marketing, and packaging design. They offer services such as brand identity, packaging design, naming, CPG packaging, e-commerce websites, and animation to craft unique voices that tell compelling stories...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (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
    New York City, New York
    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)

  • Belgium WebNet

    Lets Eliminate The Physical Barrier Between You & Your Customers

    We are the designers, marketers, inventors, and strategists that are responsible for the construction of your online shop. A group of young professionals that are passionate about the idea of developing one-of-a-kind solutions for you and your company. We will ensure that there is never a boring moment for...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (61)

  • Ayni Brigade

    Growth doesn’t happen by chance.

    At Ayni Brigade, they transform marketing into a revenue powerhouse. They uncover what really clicks with your audience and mix strategy, tech, data, and creativity to win hearts and cultivate die-hard fans...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • KReMM

    Connected Brands.

    KReMM is a full-service branding and marketing agency specialized in real estate and hospitality...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
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  • The Brand Leader

    We create and lead brands.

    The agency is an integrated branding creative agency focused on advertising, brand, and design. They connect companies with customers through strategic thinking and compelling design to deliver game-changing returns...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
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    5.0 5.0 (5)

  • BrandEQ Agency

    Strategic Marketing Communication

    BrandEQ Agency is a creative powerhouse specializing in global communication, marketing, PR, and branding. With a team rich in diverse professional experiences, they are dedicated to crafting original campaigns that effectively deliver results for their clients...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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  • 3D World, Inc.

    We make experiencing your ideas possible.

    3DW is a creative studio in New York City that specializes in visual storytelling for real estate development, architecture, and design. Offering personalized services and virtual consultations, 3DW collaborates with a variety of professionals to bring client concepts to life...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Proceed

    Beyond Expectation

    PROCEED is a full-service digital marketing agency focused on helping businesses push boundaries and achieve exceptional results. Specializing in 360-degree digital solutions, they offer services in website design, SEO optimization, social media management, and content creation...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (12)

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