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  • Your Market, Our Solutions.

    Our Mission:We empower brands to find their voice by bringing custom packaging solution to life. We design packaging for beverage and consumer industrial products, helping your brand stand out and grow...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Product Design
    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $225/hr
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Be You Online

    We help you be you online. Candid Collective is a video first digital marketing agency. We produce high quality assets and then distribute them across digital media. Our approach is tailored for each client, but streamlined for efficiency. To keep it simple we get good content, edit it, and post it for you...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
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    Location
    West Palm Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Benson Fischer Marketing Guarantees Results

    Benson Fischer Marketing is a full service agency providing a full menu of marketing services to clients nationally...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Reputation Management
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Potomac, Maryland
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Growing ideas into brands.

    Our brand development services focus on three essential components: strategy, storytelling, and design, to grow unique brands that connect with customers...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Content Marketing
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Orlando, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $195/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Brand-Focused Creative Studio.

    A&Co is a Seattle based brand and creative studio that merges strategic insight with distinctive design to help businesses articulate meaningful identity and differentiation. Serving clients globally, the agency specializes in brand strategy, identity systems, campaign expression, website experiences, and...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Seattle, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $185/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Murmur Creative

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
    Branding with Heart

    Murmur Creative is a B Corp-certified branding and packaging design agency focused on food, beverage, and healthy lifestyle brands. Portfolio clients include Tillamook and Florida Crystals, making it a strong fit for consumer brands seeking a packaging design agency with CPG and retail expertise...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Portland, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    20 Projects Listed
  • Full-Service Ecommerce Agency for Data-Driven Consumer Brands

    Digital Operative (DO) is an award-winning, full-service, digital commerce agency with over 12 years of experience in providing innovative solutions to help our clients pursue business growth.We've joined forces with 85Sixty.Our agency capabilities include strategic planning, design, UX, digital...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Affiliate Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Design for a Better Life : Products of Empathy

    We design products that win critical acclaim from industry experts. TEAMS Design is an award winning, global, industrial design consultancy with 4 international studios. Each is made up of designers, engineers, media producers, strategists, and researchers that focus on creating unique physical and digital...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • PKG Brand Design

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
    Nationally Ranked Packaging Design Agency

    PKG Brand Design is a Chicago top packaging design agency dedicated to CPG, with a proprietary Consumer First® process built around shopper testing. Clients include Kellogg's, PepsiCo, and Bumble Bee, making it a strong choice for established brands seeking retail-proven packaging design...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
    • Market Research
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    25 Projects Listed
  • Don't settle for the bare minimum.

    Bear Double is a boutique agency in Marietta. We partner with companies all over the world to elevate their brands. We do that by developing brand strategies that transform, creating visual identities that captivate, and building websites that engage. Are you ready to start growing your business?...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Marietta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • 4040 Agency A Design-led Brand Strategy Consultancy

    4040 Agency is a full-service branding and creative agency that offers services like branding, web design, graphic design, advertising, and more. With over 24 years of experience, the agency has worked with a wide variety of clientsincluding Fortune 500 enterprises, professional sports organizations, and...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Cambridge, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
  • Brand-Driven Design and Marketing.

    We are a design and marketing agency that enjoys partnering with small business owners to take marketing off their plates and help them grow and scale their companies...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Chattanooga, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Inform. Persuade. Remind.

    EPRIZ 7 helps restaurants, healthcare providers, furniture stores, startups, local businesses, and small business to medium-sized companies grow through digital advertising, websites, and connected TV advertising. Marketing services in Los Angeles, including SEO, social media, and branding...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Advertising
    • PPC
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • High-End Branding & Website Design

    We craft stunning brand identities and modern websites for businesses especially in fitness, wellness, and lifestyle industries. Through our signature Studio Sprint, we deliver a high-end brand and custom website in days, not months without the high-end price tag...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
    Location
    Venice, Louisiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Building brands that outlast the seasons.

    Marzo Creative is a Los Angeles Brand & Design Firm serving hospitality, CPG brands, startups, entertainment, professional businesses, and health and wellness brands. Branding, strategy, and creative direction, all in one place...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Some call it branding. We call it love.

    Orange Tulip Studio is a Los Angeles branding agency specializing in logo design, brand identity, graphic design, and website design. Since 2012, we have helped businesses build memorable brands, attract customers, and grow through strategic branding, creative design, and results-driven experience...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Creating Growth-Driven Branding & Websites for Adventurous Dreamers

    Neise Design is a boutique creative studio and design practice based in Los Angeles, California, founded around 2019/2020. It offers bespoke branding, web design, graphic and packaging design, and marketing materials tailored to small and mid-sized businesses and creative ventures, focusing on visually...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $110/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • We Are Alchemists! Let's Make Gold Together!

    Atanor Creative is a Miami-based agency that transforms brands through innovative design and strategic marketing. Inspired by alchemy, we turn creative ideas into extraordinary brand experiences. Our services include branding, web design, content creation, and social media marketing, all tailored to highlight...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Industrial Design Studio Specializing in Consumer Products and Packaging

    Studio RedEye is an industrial design studio specializing in physical consumer products. From early concept development to production-ready CAD, we help brands like Dame, Skip Hop, and Manhattan Toy Company create smart, manufacturable designs that connect with users...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Web Design Studio For Modern Brands

    Strategic web and brand design studio serving service providers, small businesses, and e-commerce brands. We specialize in conversion-focused website design, brand identity development, and UI/UX design that positions clients as industry experts...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Rochester, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Elegant & luxurious branding + web design for women-led brands ready to flourish.

    Helping women-led brands who are ready to flourish fall in love with their business + book dream clients with elegant design...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Madison, Wisconsin
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Professional Packaging Design and Brand Development Visionaries

    Design to Brand is a dynamic force in the world of branding and design, providing brands with bold and impactful graphic design, stunningly realistic 3D renders, dynamic web design, captivating animations, and expert in-house printing. With our creative excellence, we empower brands to reach new heights and...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Brea, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • See It, Want It, Buy It!

    Twisty Designs is a Shopify Plus agency helping 78 figure DTC brands grow through high-converting design, personalization, and automation. Experts in Customily, Teeinblue, Zakeke, and Kickflip, we build scalable, real-time customization experiences that boost sales...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Cooperstown, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Lets Make Something Great Together

    Trusted by Local and National Brands! Strategic websites built locally in Oklahoma City to help your business thrive...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Transforming Digital Dreams

    The Coder is a specialized agency that excels in website design and development. With expertise in handling projects of any complexity, we offer customized solutions ranging from simple one-page websites to powerful e-commerce platforms. Our global presence in the US and Ukraine enables us to work on your...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Package Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Cedar Park, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Brand Consulting Partners

    Umbel Partners, a premier branding agency, specializes in defining, designing, and activating brands to drive meaningful progress. Its strategic approach, blending experience and creativity, empowers brands to make a lasting impact on society while enhancing perception and creating memorable experiences...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
    • Print Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Orlando, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • DESIGN | BRAND | MAKE

    Unbox Product Design is an international award-winning, full-stack product development firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in industrial design, product engineering, branding, prototyping, and manufacturing...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Product Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Crafting Digital Experiences That WOW!

    DigiteBrain seamlessly blends imagination with innovation to elevate your brand's digital presence. Our expertise unlocks the full potential of digital solutions, driving impactful results. Partner with us to transform your brand and achieve unparalleled growth...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Were a Full-Stack Creative Studio

    Sketchy Digital is a creative studio that helps SMBs and large corporations to grow their businesses with high quality project management and scaled creation of graphic design and digital illustrations...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Walnut Creek, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    16 Projects Listed
  • Love Your Website Get More Leads

    We develop a wholistic marketing strategies that help to systematize your business as it grows. You get support that makes your website and marketing feel simplenot overwhelming. Your vision guides every step of the process...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
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    Location
    Nampa, Idaho
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Comprehensive Brand Design Services

    Our team of branding and design experts is here to assist you in developing a brand that is as remarkable and distinctive as you are. Whether you're eager to begin a project, have a pressing query, or simply want to converse, we're here to listen. Our design services, which include brand identity design...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Albany, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Design For Brands That Shape Tomorrow

    Art Department in a Box | Unlimited Design, One Easy Retainer...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Imagination is the Beginning of Creation

    Austin Tx based web design, logo design and graphic design company providing progressive design services for your business. Cutting edge, fresh, clean, progressive design are the ideal words to sum up the creative style of SABA GRAPHIX...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Package Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • When Data & Design Meet.

    Hoot and a Half is a creative design studio blending digital expertise with a deep understanding of people. We craft stunning, functional designs tailored to your brand. From B2B to B2C, we've helped brands create impactful ads, websites, and long-form content. Our mission is to drive results...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Email Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Redmond, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Saddle up for top-notch design.

    We craft exceptional websites that propel your business forward in todays dynamic digital landscape. As a top web designer in LA, we blend creativity with strategy to elevate your online presence and drive measurable growth...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • SEO
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    Location
    Santa Monica, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Top creative design and branding agency in Hawaii

    Creativity is constant, not seasonal. We are dedicated to crafting stories out of your vision. Not just a logo system that you can stick on everything and hope people notice. We build recognition, trust, and loyalty through marks, colors, and type that leave your audience in awe...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Kailua, Hawaii
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Delivering authentic design solutions that drive brand experience for business go-getters!

    Whether you're an emerging entrepreneur aiming to stand out or an established brand in search of a new outlook, AEO Design is ready to partner with you throughout the entire journey...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    New Buffalo, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Can Provide You With the Results To Ignite Your Business.

    Keekee360Design is equipped to deliver the innovative content necessary to execute a comprehensive branding strategy to ignite your business...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Huntsville, Alabama
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Successfully helping world-class companies bring products & services to market.

    "A well designed product brings users to your products. A well designed product user experience brings customers to your brand for life." — Lars Owens...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Lincoln, Nebraska
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Moving Your Business Forward

    Creative Moves is a full-service creative, branding, and digital marketing agency helping ambitious businesses turn ideas into powerful brands, meaningful connections, and measurable growth...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Graphic Design
    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Tysons, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Let's Build Your Brand Outside Amazon

    As seasoned Amazon advertising and design experts, we have successfully collaborated with over 500 brands on more than 2000 projects. Now, with a dedicated social media and web development team, we are poised to elevate your brands presence beyond Amazon, ensuring growth and visibility across multiple digital...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Package Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $29/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Your eStore handyman.

    QeRetail is a group of enthusiastic Software Developers, Web Designers, and Digital Marketers. We provide eCommerce website design and development in addition to eCommerce search engine optimization services. The experience of Ecommerce Design & Development of over 3000+ eStores has also helped us engage you...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Package Design
    • Product Design
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Woodland, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $28/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • I've had the opportunity to create a variety of projects.

    I am majoring in Visual Communication Design, also known as Graphic Design at Purdue University...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    Location
    Crawfordsville, Indiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $23/hr

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Packaging Design Agency FAQs

What services does a packaging design agency in the US provide?

An analysis of service specializations within our directory shows that agencies tend to focus on several core packaging-related service areas.

While many firms offer overlapping capabilities, service concentration generally aligns with the following ranges:

  • Primary Packaging Design (≈40–50%): Structural packaging, label design, dielines, and on-shelf packaging for retail and eCommerce products.
  • Brand & Visual Identity for Packaging (≈25–35%): Brand systems, typography, color palettes, and visual language specifically adapted for packaging applications.
  • Production & Print-Ready Artwork (≈10–20%): Technical artwork preparation, print specifications, compliance layouts, and vendor handoff.
  • Packaging Extensions & Line Expansions (≈5–10%): Variant systems, seasonal packaging, and product family expansions.

How much does packaging design cost in the United States?

Packaging design costs are determined by product complexity, number of SKUs, regulatory requirements, and whether structural design is required alongside visuals.

Based on pricing analysis used across the DesignRush packaging design category, most projects fall into these ranges:

  • Single SKU or label design: ~$500–$2,500
  • Multi-SKU packaging systems: ~$2,500–$10,000+
  • Full packaging systems with brand integration: $10,000–$50,000+

Ongoing packaging support, including line extensions and revisions, is often billed through retainers or per-SKU pricing.

Hourly rates for packaging design firms in the US tend to range between $100 and $149 per hour.  

How long does it take to see ROI from a packaging design project?

ROI typically unfolds across multiple stages:

  • Short term (1–3 months): Improved shelf visibility, stronger product differentiation, and increased click-throughs for eCommerce listings.
  • Mid-term (3–9 months): Higher conversion rates, improved brand recall, and stronger customer trust as packaging becomes recognizable.
  • Long term (9–18+ months): Sustained revenue lift, brand equity growth, and reduced redesign costs through scalable packaging systems.

What is the typical project timeline for US packaging design services?

Timelines depend on several factors, including product complexity, compliance requirements, and production constraints. Most US packaging projects fall within these ranges:

  • Simple label or packaging refresh: 1–2 weeks
  • New packaging systems or multi-SKU projects: 3–6 weeks
  • Complex packaging with testing and revisions: 6+ weeks

Packaging projects typically follow phased workflows similar to standard design processes:

  • Discovery & Requirements: ~3–7 days
  • Concept Development: ~5–10 days
  • Design & Refinement: ~7–14 days
  • Compliance, Revisions & Final Files: ~5–10 days

How do packaging design needs differ across industries in the United States?

Requirements vary significantly by industry due to differences in distribution channels, regulations, and consumer behavior:

  • Food & Beverage: Packaging design in this sector usually falls under $10,000 per project. Designs often cover cartons, bottles, cans, or pouches and prioritize readability and trust.
  • Beauty & Personal Care: Packaging design in this category prioritizes brand storytelling, premium materials, and visual differentiation, with a strong emphasis on shelf appeal and perceived quality in competitive retail environments.
  • Electronics: Packaging design prioritizes product protection, structural integrity, and clean, technical presentation to safeguard sensitive components and reinforce quality.
  • Retail & Consumer Goods: These brands require scalable packaging systems across multiple SKUs, which drives costs through variant management and consistency requirements.
  • eCommerce & DTC Brands: Packaging design focuses on durability, unboxing experience, and digital presentation, ensuring products arrive intact while reinforcing brand perception across direct-to-consumer touchpoints.