We ranked the top global startup branding agencies that can build a strong identity and customer loyalty for your startup business. Compare their previous projects, customer reviews, hourly rates and more to find the most suitable partner for your brand.

Organic rankings are determined by five factors: top services, reviews, portfolio, awards/press, and team expertise. Sponsored listings pay for a placement that appears above organic positions. Sponsorship does not affect star ratings or review content - read more on our methodology page.

  • Crafting Brands That Feel Human

    Made by Dakota is an agency founded by Daniela Arce. Her path into design began with a love for games like Minecraft and The Sims, where she first uncovered an interest in architecture and creative building. That early spark grew into a pursuit of graphic arts in high school and creating visuals for a YouTube...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    Location
    Hoboken, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Brands With a Powerful Fusion of Design & Purpose

    Felipe Samir is a logo designer who pours passion and dedication into his work, creating meaningful results that help bring clients visions to life. True to his roots, he values strong relationships and is known for his warm, collaborative approach with every partner he works with...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • UI/UX Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Pará de Minas, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Don’t find a vision, create one.

    Matt Giroux is a New York based graphic designer and art director that specializes in branding, creative direction, and bringing life to tired or outdated brands that deserve attention in a modern space...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Print Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Designing the Future of Sports and Entertainment.

    Wes Teska, an Indiana-based Creative Director and Designer, creates award-winning designs, branding, content, campaigns, and personal projects across the sports and entertainment industries...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    Location
    Fort Wayne, Indiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Where Vision Meets Precision

    At Phaze, we celebrate the journey of transformation. We focus on Graphic Design, Branding, Web Design, and UX Design, helping brands evolve through every stage with creativity, thoughtful iteration, and a commitment to continuous growth...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Lisbon, Portugal
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Creative Services for Intersectional Feminist Solutions

    I'm Carolina Ibarra-Mendoza, a Chicana intersectional feminist from East Los Angeles, California. Growing up bilingual, I quickly learned to adapt, navigating two languages as if they were two distinct worlds. Since then, Ive been cultivating and balancing both sides of my mind...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Authentic Branding for Authentic Brands

    If you're a passionate business owner, Sheer is your creative ally. We understand how vital strong positioning is in a competitive market and are here to help you achieve it...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Product Design
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    Location
    The Hague, Netherlands
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Design That Moves With Purpose

    I'm a graphic designer with a passion for product design and advertising, shaped by my background in multimedia design and art history. My journey has taken me from fast-paced advertising agencies in Brazil to my current work as a freelancer and consultant. Along the way, I've led creative teams, built...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Visual Creations That Truly Captivate

    Professional Graphic Designer for Businesses in Marbella & around the World. We cover everything from high-impact logos, website graphics, to 3D design projects and company branding. We are experts at projecting your company's premium image and are especially well versed in Real Estate requirements...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Marbella, Spain
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Creative That Cuts Through

    Crafting visual storytelling solutions that simplify complex ideas and help organizations build authentic, meaningful connections with their audiences...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Barcelona, Spain
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Designing Clarity With Purpose

    Tomasz Zelmański is a lead product designer based in Gdańsk, Poland, with over 20 years of experience specializing in branding and interactive design...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Product Design
    • Branding
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Gdansk, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Visual Ideas With Momentum

    Miles is a senior designer specializing in branding, digital design, and art direction, exploring distinct opportunities within each project, from subcultural work to global brands...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Cultivating Ideas Through Design

    Jupiter Farms is a design studio focused on cultivating clear ideas, thoughtful visual identities, and meaningful design systems for modern brands...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Vienna, Austria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • J-BM

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
    Design With Clarity and Intent

    Johnny Bach Madsen is a multidisciplinary graphic designer and founder of JBM who crafted impactful brand identities, digital experiences, and creative strategies...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Copenhagen, Denmark
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Type and Space LTD

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
    Your Strategic Design Partner

    We are a creative studio crafting standout brands, engaging websites, and impactful creative assets that drive business growth...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Product Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • When the Core Takes Shape

    Hüfner Design is a creative studio driven by strategy, focus, and innovation. We craft solution-oriented design approaches that explore bold ideas and deliver meaningful results for our clients...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    Location
    Munich, Germany
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Don't Sell Templates, Style Guides, or Quick Wins

    At Denormalized, we create brand and product foundations designed to adapt, scale, and endure. Every design choice is grounded in logic, and every system is built to evolve over time...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Product Design
    • Branding
    • Web Development
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Thoughtful Design for Modern Brands

    Nicollas Silva is a designer with over four years of experience across branding, social media, video editing, and UI design. He has helped drive audience growth for multiple companies, contributed to the creation of more than 20 brand identities, and improved creative workflows to increase efficiency and...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    Location
    Feira de Santana, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Design, That Works

    In our Hamburg-based marketing and web agency, you get tailor-made websites, software, branding concepts, and print products combining creative design with smart functionality...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • UI/UX Design
    • SEO
    • Logo Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Hamburg, Germany
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Cormac Fee Design

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
    Lets Watch Your Ideas Grow

    Cormac Fee Design is a UK-based UX/UI and digital design studio helping businesses turn ideas into clear, effective digital experiences. I design and build high-performing websites, apps and brand assets with a strong focus on usability, conversion and visual clarity. From strategy and wireframes to polished...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Belfast, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Fortune 500 Strategy Startup Velocity

    As the 1st full-service marketing agency founded by Fortune 500 marketing director with 15+ years of U.S. experience, Douce specializes in Tech, Finance, AI, and E-commerce marketing. We combine enterprise-level strategy with startup agility to help brands grow fast and perform better...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Orlando, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Unique, Hand-Crafted, Creative, Intentional

    Muse Studio is an independent design studio driven by a love for thoughtful, beautiful design. We craft distinctive, personal work that builds connections and tells meaningful stories...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Package Design
    • Show more
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Building Brands With Clarity and Impact

    Brayden Szostak is an honours graduate of George Brown College and a skilled creative director and graphic designer with deep expertise at the intersection of design, art, and technology...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Barrie, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Taste Our Creativity and Lets Make Something Delicious Together

    Delikatesy Studio is a creative design collective based in Poland, built around decades of experience and a passion for effective, thoughtful design. They specialize in branding, visual identity, web/UIUX design, marketing strategy, illustration, photography, animation, and packaging, helping brands develop...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Warsaw, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Visual Alchemist Turning Bold Dreams Into Cultural Currency.

    Suleyman Yazki is a seasoned designer and creative director with over a decade of experience in brand identity, experience design, and motion graphics, having collaborated with some of the world's leading companies and cultural institutions...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Video Production
    Location
    Geneva, Switzerland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Strategic Design With Purpose

    Hi, I'm Robert Toman, a designer with over 10 years of experience. After graduating in multimedia design in Denmark, I worked at the leading design agency e-Types and later led digital design at the sustainable apparel brand Organic Basics, both based in Copenhagen...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Bratislava, Slovakia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Create Faces for Brands.

    WiNKYFACE is a full-service graphic design studio crafting distinctive brand identities, balancing playful expression with structured design. We specialize in design, development, and creative direction...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Product Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Thoughtful Design With Clarity.

    Erik is a brand creative director with a background in advertising. He has led campaigns for both global brands and local favorites across Sweden and the UK. After more than a decade working in major London agencies and independent Stockholm studios, he transitioned to an in-house brand role in 2019...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Product Design
    • Branding
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Stockholm, Sweden
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Design Driven by Concept

    My name is Marc Uebelhart, a brand and motion designer focused on developing strong visual concepts, scalable design systems, and animated graphics. I work across branding and motion to create cohesive identities that move seamlessly across digital and physical touchpoints...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    Location
    Zürich, Switzerland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Designing Brands With Intent.

    Fabio Capobianco is a Milan-based visual designer specializing in art direction, branding, UI design, typography, packaging, and overall brand aesthetics...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    Location
    Milan, Italy
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Stand Out With Your Brand.

    Welcome to Abissal Brands, a design studio fueled by a deep passion for design and dedicated to elevating brand identity as well as the industries our clients operate in...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    Location
    Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Made With Intention. Meant To Be Felt.

    MDX is a creative digital agency that blends modern UI/UX design, web and app development, immersive 3D experiences, and strategic branding to help brands create engaging and meaningful digital experiences. Their work focuses on intuitive interfaces, bold visual storytelling, and designs that connect with...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Chaguanas, Trinidad and Tobago
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Helping Business Grow

    At Ninefortyone, we focus on building solutions that genuinely serve your users. No fluffjust thoughtful design and reliable development that deliver real results. With that said, meet our talented team, or as we like to call them, our chefs...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Lagos, Nigeria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Thoughtful Solutions, Clear Results

    Heello! My name is Pedro Kümmel, a UX & Product Designer from Brazil with over 15 years of experience, currently at Microsoft. I'm passionate about user experience, technology, and design, specializing in end-to-end solutions from research and discovery to high-fidelity design, prototyping, and user...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    Location
    Porto Alegre, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Good Design Will Save the World.

    Pedro Churro is a creative developer and multidisciplinary designer passionate about branding, UI/UX design, and front-end development. Proficient with tools like Adobe Creative Cloud and Figma, and experienced in technologies such as Next.js, React, CSS, and headless CMS, he creates functional, visually...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Lisbon, Portugal
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Design With Purpose

    Ahmed Sallam is an Art Director passionate about transforming visuals into compelling stories. He design at the intersection of strategy and emotion...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Advertising
    • Logo Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Cairo, Egypt
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Informed, Authentic, and Intuitive Design

    Ian Kolstad designs and produces a wide range of elements for packaging, branding, and visual identity projects. His work focuses on creating cohesive, well-crafted solutions that strengthen brand recognition and communicate clearly across physical and digital touchpoints...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Print Design
    Location
    St. Paul, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Expert Design Services That Match Your Budget & Goals.

    Founded in 2023, Murrieta Marketing began with one clear mission: to deliver outstanding marketing services to local businesses at affordable rates, free from the high costs typical of large urban agencies.We're passionate about supporting our clients in expanding their brands and strengthening their...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Murrieta, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Evyo Studio

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
    A packaging-first brand design studio building momentum from shelf to scroll.

    At Evyo Studio, we help brands create cohesive identities, packaging, and systems rooted in emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and testingensuring consistency and connection across every touchpoint...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Email Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    San Mateo, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Hard Headed, Hard thinker.

    Creating Impactful Branding, Editorial, & Visual Communications Across Print, Digital & Luxury Markets - Blending Tradition with Innovation...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Web Design
    • Package Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Crafting Your Digital Identity

    Born from a passion for creative problem-solving, Kendrick Designs is a results-driven digital agency specializing in web design, branding, and digital marketing to help ambitious brands achieve sustainable online success...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Graphic Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Eldoret, Kenya
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Chicago Local SEO Experts Driving Real Business Growth

    BuizFinance Marketing Agency is a Chicago-based local SEO agency helping Chicago businesses improve online visibility and attract high-quality local leads. We focus on Chicago local search optimization, Google Business Profile management, and location-based SEO strategies that help businesses rank higher...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Trapped in a Haunted Oil Painting.

    Moises Mendoza is a graphic designer creating thoughtful, strategic visual solutions across branding, digital, and visual identity...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Designing Clarity With Purpose

    Oscar Pecher develops strong concepts and brings them to life through bold visual narratives and unexpected approaches, seamlessly combining film, photography, and design...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Vienna, Austria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Crafting Authentic Brands Through Creative Collaboration

    At Studio Uzi we are crafting branding, packaging, web design, and content that make a lasting impression. Let's bring your vision to life with design that speaks and inspires...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Giantpencil Design Studio

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
    Where Big Ideas Take Shape

    Ion Barbu is a multidisciplinary graphic designer based in Bucharest, Romania, specializing in identity systems and packaging design...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Bucharest, Romania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Unlock The Potential Of Promising Brands With Strategic Design.

    Seneh Design is a studio dedicated to helping businesses realize their full potential through strategic design that strengthens brand positioning and elevates perceived value...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    Location
    Ibiapina, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Transformative Brands

    Led by Rodrigo Deligi and Samuel Oliveira, we are a design studio that has used design as a catalyst for meaningful impact and transformation since 2008. The name Megalo, meaning big, reflects our commitment to creating purpose-driven projects of scale and significance...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Sao Paulo, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Crafting Ideas, Shaping Visuals

    Lorenzo Fanton is an Italian graphic designer and design director based in New York City, specializing in brand identity, editorial, type, and digital design...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Show more
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Hojeantes Studio

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
    Strategic Design With An Experimental Soul

    We blend experimentation, strategy, and collaboration to create visual identities that are distinctive yet cohesive. We believe strong brands emerge from a balance of intention and expression, which is why our work extends beyond logos to develop complete identity systems that support growth, inspire...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    Location
    Porto Alegre, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

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