Our directory features leading B2B branding agencies in the US, vetted by our expert-led team, to sharpen your market positioning and build lasting brand authority for your business. Compare providers by expertise and budget to find the right partner.
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3Headed Monster is an all-in-one advertising agency that's prepared for the future and the revolutionary brands that will define it. Yesterday's agency won't do for Tomorrow Brands™, they need something completely novel. Our system integrates the three core components of modern marketing - Storytelling...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Video Production
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Guango Co. creates engaging, high-performance websites tailored to your brand's essence. With our design memberships and dedicated team, we elevate your online presence, driving engagement and results. Let's build digital experiences that connect, inspire, and convert...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Stinghouse is a veteran-owned creative communications agency headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida, specializing in strategy and storytelling for nonprofits, educational institutions and civic organizations. Founded in 2012, the agency combines research-driven planning, design, multimedia and campaign...
Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Branding
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
White Unicorn Agency is a dynamic, full-service creative agency based in the Design District of Dallas. We’re a diverse team of dreamers who build remarkable brands with design, technology, and a touch of magic. We value process and function as much as beauty and creativity...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We're a nomadic creative studio specializing in strategically led advertising and branding. As a remote-friendly team, we work with agencies and companies near, far and virtual. No matter what, we get it done. #WorkWanderRepeat...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Mighty Fine Co. is a senior-led creative agency blending smart strategy with standout design, storytelling, and web experiences built from scratch. No templates, just work that connects with the right audience and sparks action...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Multi Marketing USA is a digital strategists marketing agency, located in New York City. We are a group of dedicated digital marketing experts in the healthcare, technology and finance industries...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We get it you need results, not excuses. We handle all the complexities, so you can focus on scaling your business...
Top Services:
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kaysville, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
MarketDing specializes in delivering enterprise-grade web solutions and digital marketing services to established organizations. We combine technical expertise with strategic insight to create websites and marketing systems that drive consistent results. Our clients rely on us for professional, scalable...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Toy Robot Media is a multidisciplinary design and animation studio specializing in visual communication tailored for large audiences. We excel in crafting impactful visual narratives that engage and captivate viewers on a broad scale...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Design Services
- VR/AR
- Branding
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- Location
- Pasadena, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
JStokes is your go-to for innovative marketing strategies that provide creative, effective solutions designed to take your business the extra mile. From practical action plans to unexpected approaches, JStokes will get you where you want to be...
Top Services:
- Media Buying
- PPC
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Walnut Creek, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We help companies nail their messaging and positioning, put scalable marketing strategies in place, produce high-quality content for even the most niche or technical industries, see campaigns through to measurable success...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Market Research
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
The Digital Marketing Agency for growing brands. Whether it’s strategy, design, development, or inbound marketing, we’re focussed on delivering results that provide real, measurable value to your business. Our award-winning agency collaborates with businesses and organizations to develop a sound marketing...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Brighttail is a full-service demand-gen agency that specializes in helping high-tech B2B firms build strong brands and demand-generation programs. Our mission is to help you achieve your growth ambitions. We do this by partnering closely with your teams, becoming experts in your industries, and fully...
Top Services:
- Email Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
With over 28 years of experience in advanced software engineering, EPAM Systems is at the forefront of global digital transformation. Our innovative strategy and hybrid teams help make tomorrow a reality with enterprise platforms that connect people, optimize experiences and improve lives - evidenced by our...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Newtown, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Polymathus, LLC will work with you to examine each alternative and pick the path that saves you the most time and money now and in the long term, whether it's polishing up an old site or building a new one with all the current conveniences built in. We provide small to medium-sized businesses personalized web...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
TangentVector is a distinguished creative agency, uniquely focused on producing high-quality content tailored for the automotive, motorsport, and extreme lifestyle sectors. Our specialized expertise ensures a bespoke approach to meet the distinct needs of these dynamic industries...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Effective online marketing requires more than just a pretty face and cute words. Creative web solutions come in many shapes and sizes. We excel in bringing traditional marketing principals and technical background to the infinite possibilities of the web. But, most importantly, we want to design for your...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Sugar Land, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
The Celebrity Branding® Agency is a multi-media, marketing and PR agency dedicated to celebrity branding entrepreneurs and professionals as experts in their fields of business...
Top Services:
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Winter Park, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We connect brands with people and make digital happen. We rock out campaigns and brand build on the daily. We design and develop together. This true integration sparks one-of-a-kind, immersive brand experiences that push past the sea of sameness and dare people to connect...
Top Services:
- Email Marketing
- Advertising
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Padilla builds brands. Protects reputations. Creates high-impact communication strategies. And delivers fresh ideas that inspire action among consumers, investors, employees, community leaders, and other people pivotal to our client's success...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Creative Services
- Public Relations
- Video Production
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Medium Giant is a marketing consultancy of divergent thinkers who devise strategies that deepen connections, expand influence, and scale success. We can help your brand break from the status quo...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- CRO
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Novvum is a software design and development studio that specializes in solving complex technical and creative challenges. We are a team of computer scientists, full-stack web developers, UX/UI designers, and senior project managers who are dedicated to delivering high-quality software applications and...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Development
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
US Logo and Web, where creativity, technology, and a passion for innovation converge to transform your digital presence...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Ayokay is a unique, collaborative team of professionals with various skills, including web development, graphic design, and social media. Our collective experience ranges from public health to e-commerce, enabling us to craft custom marketing strategies for clients in any sector – government organizations...
Top Services:
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Founded in 2014, IMP Marketing is an eCommerce marketing agency serving brands across the US and Canada. Our revenue share model helps founders scale with greater confidence while keeping their teams lean. By sharing both risk and reward, our success is directly tied to the growth of our clients...
Top Services:
- eCommerce
- Web Development
- Email Marketing
- Advertising
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We’re a global consulting and creative partner...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Digital Services
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
The Connected Agency creates creative and compelling brands in B2B and B2C. We specialize in brands which require a thoughtful understanding of the industry and the context. And our focus is firmly on distinctive branding, rooted in the latest marketing science for how brands grow...
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Our competent expertise is proficient in not just scaling your business, but in giving a face to it. Leaving a digital footprint on your visitors' minds...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Design Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Texas City, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Wolfable is a digital marketing and branding agency based in Ahmedabad that helps small businesses, corporates and marketing professionals to achieve their business goals...
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- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Alabama, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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Hiring Guide: How to Choose the Best Branding Agency in the US
How much do US businesses invest in branding?
Branding budgets in the US typically range from $2,500 for small projects to over $75,000 for large initiatives. Most mid-market companies invest between $20,000 and $50,000 for comprehensive branding work.
92% of marketers plan to maintain or increase spending on brand awareness in 2025, with 13% investing in brand awareness for the first time.
How can I find the right agency on DesignRush that fits my budget?
Our directory features top branding firms across different budget ranges, so you can identify partners that align with your spending expectations.
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| Low budget: $25,000-$50,000 |
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What kind of portfolio should one of these agencies have?
Key elements to look for in a branding agency:
- Project context: Each case study should explain the client’s industry, business challenges, and goals.
- Approach & process: Look for a clear narrative of what was done and why, such as research findings or design rationale.
- Deliverables shown in action: Real examples of the identity applied to websites, packaging, UI, signage, etc.
- Metrics & results: The best cases highlight measurable impact – e.g. “Unified a fragmented architecture; win-rate up 6 points and sales cycle down 12%.”
- Before/after comparisons: Side-by-side visuals or messaging evolution with explanations help assess the upgrade’s value.
- Operational readiness: Check that they deliver usable assets such as real templates with fonts, not just flat mockups, and document styles clearly.
How do agencies measure success in branding?
A branding company in the US measures success by both how the brand is perceived and how it performs in the market:
- Brand awareness & favorability: Metrics like website traffic, social media followers, mentions, and branded search volume. Consistency drives 10-30% growth in branded search demand.
- Business impact: Higher win rates, larger deals, better lead conversion, and lower acquisition costs, proven with before-and-after results. For instance, 96% of marketers report that personalized brand experiences increase sales.
- Adoption & compliance: Internally, they track brand usage, such as the percentage of marketing materials using new guidelines and template usage rates. For example, 85% of organizations have brand guidelines, but only 30% use them.
How do I choose the best branding agencies in the US?
Below are essential steps to guide your decision-making process:
- Define your goals for the branding agency
Clarify what you want to achieve, whether it’s a full brand overhaul or a new product launch. A clear goal makes it easier to evaluate agencies. - Assess your current brand situation
Review existing assets, messaging, and audience perceptions to identify gaps and determine your needed strategy. - Evaluate industry experience
Look for agencies with experience in your market to speed up onboarding and ensure familiarity with your target audience. - Examine team structure and seniority
Ask which team members will work on your account. - Check evidence of results
Request case studies or examples showing measurable business impact, such as increased awareness, engagement, or revenue. - Consider speed and process
Assess whether the agency has a mature workflow, clear milestones, and the ability to iterate quickly based on feedback. - Compare pricing and transparency
Make sure their fees are clear, justified by scope, and fit your budget. - Send a formal RFP
A good RFP makes it easier to compare agencies objectively, understand their approach, and select the best-fit partner.
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What questions should I ask before hiring a branding company?
Some of the questions you should ask before hiring one of these companies are:
Its Relevant Background
- Which industries do you specialize in?
- Have you worked with companies at our stage (startup, scale-up, enterprise)?
- Can you show examples of brands you’ve successfully transformed?
Its Services and Processes
- What specific branding services do you offer?
- What deliverables should we expect at each stage?
- How do you communicate and share progress?
Related to Your Project
- What is your typical timeline for a project like ours?
- How would you approach branding for our specific industry and audience?
- How do you ensure we get a measurable return on investment?
Sources
DesignRush sustains a directory of over 40,000 agencies categorized by service category, location, expertise, and reviews. We build our database in two ways:
- Our dedicated team of agency experts actively searches the web for top-performing companies. We then pull information from their websites, online presence, and client testimonials to verify their status and qualifications prior to listing.
- The agencies listed get notified of their profiles on the website and they can choose to claim it or not, which suggests their availability for more collaborations.
Agencies can also reach out to DesignRush and must go through the verification process prior to being listed.
Why companies trust DesignRush
Every agency is independently vetted before it can be listed or ranked
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Frequently Asked Questions About Branding Companies
What services does a branding company typically provide in the US?
A branding company typically provides the following services:
- Research & discovery. Stakeholder interviews, customer and competitor analysis, category audit as the foundation for strategy.
- Brand strategy & architectur. 65% of marketers say addressing brand values and social issues in campaigns was effective.
- Messaging & verbal identity. 84% of consumers buy from brands they feel an emotional connection to.
- Visual identity. Using a signature color can raise brand recognition by 80%.
- Guidelines & toolkits. 68% of companies say consistent branding has added 10-20% to revenue.
- Activation & rollout
- Governance & training
How much do these agencies charge in the USA?
Based on our data, U.S. branding agencies typically charge between $140 and $200 per hour.
Average branding costs by service type:
- Logo design: $2,000-$10,000 with $50-$150/h on average in the USA
- Visual identity: $5,000-$25,000 with $50-$200/h on average in the USA
- Messaging and tagline: $3,000-$15,000 with $100-$150/h on average in the USA
- Brand guidelines: $5,000-$25,000 with $120-$200/h on average in the USA
- Market research: $8,000-$30,000 with $100-$150/h on average in the USA
- Brand design: $10,000-$50,000 with $50-$150/h on average in the USA
- Brand strategy: $12,000-$60,000 with $130-$150/h on average in the USA
- Brand/Rebrand campaign: $50,000-$250,000 with $100-$200/h on average in the USA
What are the average project timelines?
Project timelines vary between agencies, but branding is typically a multi-week effort.
Industry examples:
- Quick brand refresh: 8-12 weeks
- Full brand (re)launch: 12-24 weeks (3-6 months)
- Complex / enterprise rebrand: 6-12 months
- Discovery & onboarding: 1-2 weeks
- Strategy development: 2-3 weeks
- Visual identity design: 4-6 weeks
- Guidelines & collateral: 2-6 weeks
What deliverables should businesses expect from a branding company?
A comprehensive branding campaign will hand over all materials needed to apply the new brand:
- Research and strategy artifacts
- Messaging assets
- Visual identity package, including primary and secondary logos, color palette specs, iconography, and any motion-graphic rules
- Brand guidelines
- Templates and collateral, including editable templates for slide decks, social posts, email signatures, and ads (typically 10-20+ templates).
- Source files and assets
- Training and rollout plan
What’s the difference between a brand refresh and a full rebrand?
Brand refresh focuses on updating what you already have. It usually involves light visual changes like refining the logo or colors, without changing the core brand positioning.
A full rebrand rethinks the brand from the ground up, including positioning, messaging, and often the name and visual identity. This is typically needed after major business changes like a market shift or a merger.
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