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  • You want to build a strong brand. We help you get there.

    712 Creative is a Wausau branding agency offering packaging design within a full brand identity practice that spans strategy, web design, and marketing. Portfolio work includes a consumer hydration brand launch, suiting B2C businesses seeking a strategy-first packaging design firm...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    Location
    Wausau, Wisconsin
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    13 Projects Listed
  • 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
  • An Award-Winning Industrial Design Company

    Bluemap Design is an award-winning industrial and packaging design firm in New York City. We create iconic products and memorable brand experience. We provide end to end design services. We work with diverse clients from startups to Fortune 100 companies...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    13 Projects Listed
  • The Right Option For Every Box

    CBO - Custom Boxes Options is a premium custom packaging and printing manufacturer in the USA. custom boxes, expert design, free 3D mockups, no minimum orders, and nationwide free shipping. Elevate your brand today...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    Location
    Billings, Montana
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • FIERCELY CREATIVE. PROUDLY DEPENDABLE. SURPRISINGLY NIMBLE.

    Tri Lion Studios is a web design and branding studio in Lawrence, Kansas, working with mid-size B2B companies in technology, science, engineering, and manufacturing. Websites in Framer or WordPress, brand identity, UX/UI, and packaging. One to three senior people per project. Est. 2009...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Lawrence, Kansas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $160/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    14 Projects Listed
  • Mindstorm Communiations Group

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    Igniting Brands It's What We Do!

    Mindstorm Communications Group, based in Charlotte, NC, is a boutique full-service branding, marketing, and digital agency. Our core strength is in strategic brand development. We help clients build powerful, meaningful brands from the ground up or revitalize existing ones...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Creative, strategic and functional brand design.

    Blossom Creative is a award-winning, boutique design studio that produces high-end, custom design that serves your brand creatively, strategically, and functionally...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Product Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Hampton, New Hampshire
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $140/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Crafting compelling visual and brand identities.

    We specialise in crafting compelling visuals and powerful brand identities tailored for mid-sized to large companies. Our creative approach blends strategic thinking with striking design to help businesses stand out, connect with their audiences, and elevate their presence across all media...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Sheridan, Wyoming
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed
  • Driving Product Marketing Innovation for Over 80 Years

    For over 80 years, Stephen Gould has been a leader in the packaging industry. As a top product marketing agency, we provide turnkey solutions, from design and prototyping to production and supply chain management. With a people-first approach and a legacy of innovation, we bring quality products to market...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Product Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Kinnelon, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Custom Packaging That Builds Brands

    HOF Pack is a USA-focused custom packaging company providing premium, fully customizable packaging solutions for businesses of all sizes. From rigid boxes and mailer boxes to food packaging and mylar bags, we help brands create packaging that stands out with high-quality printing, custom sizing, and worldwide...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    Location
    Tucson, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Be Unmistakable.

    Inward Studio, rooted in the creative vibes of Los Angeles, specializes in transforming brands with a fusion of strategic insight and artistic flair. Founded in 2020, our globally remote team crafts custom digital solutions, from compelling brand identities to innovative web designs and targeted marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Video Production
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • decommoditize

    We are a Brazilian agency with a global perspective and a strategic focus on transforming brands into their most valuable assets...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects 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
  • Award Winning Full Stack Marketing That Doesn't Break the Bank

    Award-Winning Full-Stack Marketing Agency in the Heart of Duluth, Minnesota. We're not your typical marketing firm From market research, advertising, and branding to public relations, digital marketing, and website design, our services are designed to meet your businesses needs!...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Duluth, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Making Brands Pop Since 1994

    Brand packaging and design in Detroit since 1994. Anne Ink is more than branding, packaging, logos, and layouts. We direct positioning, enhance your identity, align philosophy with goals, master your media engagement and increase your presence...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Advertising
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Custom Boxes And Packaging

    Elite Custom Boxes provides reliable and affordable custom packaging solutions for businesses of all sizes. We design and manufacture printed boxes tailored to your product, brand, and budget, ensuring quality, durability, and timely delivery...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    Location
    Wood Dale, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $5/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Stand Back, This Will Get Graphic.

    Quite honestly, we're driven to action by the threat of mediocrity...the widespread acceptance of the average. We won't stand for it and don't think your brand should either...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Akron, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Brand Design & Packaging Graphics

    Brand Design & Packaging Graphics. Grow your brand With iconic branding and packaging design...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Orlando, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Meaningful Experiences for Better Business.

    We are a strategic people, product & brand development organization who help companies & entrepreneurs grow by connecting to their target audience effectively and efficiently. We have helped some of the most recognizable brands including Whirlpool, Ikea, Panasonic, Walmart, P&G, KitchenAid and more...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    South Haven, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Crafting distinctive and thoughtful brands for ambitious entrepreneurs.

    Jenn Cordova Design is a full-service, client first, boutique branding studio in Nashville, Tennessee. We create memorable and impactful brands for entrepreneurs and small business owners across the globe...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Design Services
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Nashville, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Where Strategy Becomes Scalable Growth

    The Gridwell Group is a growth strategy and execution firm that helps companies scale with clarity. We align brand, revenue, and systems to design growth that is repeatable, profitable, and built to last. Our leadership team brings together distinct disciplines...strategy, revenue, and execution to help...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Franklin, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Branding, design & web development for brands ready to go global.

    FRPROTECH is a full-service branding, design, and web development studio for ambitious brands that want to stand out. With 8+ years' experience and 3,000+ projects across 30+ countries, we partner with startups, businesses, and agencies worldwide turning ideas into polished, conversion-focused websites and...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Florida City, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Creative Thinking. Real-World Production.

    MusiGraphics is a Houston-based creative and production partner helping businesses, schools and public organizations move projects from concept to finished production. Since 1998, weve combined graphic design with commercial printing, large-format graphics, signage, environmental graphics, apparel, packaging...

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Reach Your Peak Performance Online

    Apex SEO Company works to grow your business using professional SEO services, AEO services, and custom Wordpress & Webflow website designs. Your focus is making more money so our focus is on conversions and ROI. Contact us today to see what we can do for you...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • Logo Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Neenah, Wisconsin
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • We build, scale and Grow business on Amazon

    At The Techload, we specialize in boosting your brand's success on the world's largest e-commerce platform. We're experts in growing your Amazon sales and optimizing your online presence, ensuring your brand's success...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce
    • PPC
    • Design Services
    • Package Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • TVB is brand concept and production studio based in uniquely restored building in Westport, CT. We have in-house capabilities for strategic branding and messaging, full service graphic design, 2D/3D animation and rendering and photography and videography, including a fully equipped in-house studio...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Westport, Connecticut
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Local SEO that gets your business found and chosen.

    Viral Growth Marketing helps local businesses dominate their market online. We specialize in smart, conversion-focused digital strategies like SEO, web design, Google Business optimization, and paid ads that drive real-world results. Our team is local, experienced, and relentlessly focused on helping...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Cleburne, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Helping Manufacturers & B2B Companies Build Scalable Marketing Systems | Focused on Growth

    CR Marketing Agency helps businesses build smarter marketing strategies that deliver real, measurable results. We offer a full range of services including market research, social media management, search engine marketing (SEM), search engine optimization (SEO), email marketing, branding, print advertising...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    West Bend, Wisconsin
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We provide strategic design to elevate visual appeal and boost market confidence.

    Partner Blanco is a creative agency focused on branding and identity, committed to collaborating with driven, fast-moving companies...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • All In For Our Clients

    ALL FOR Agency is a founder-led, woman-owned design studio based in Chicago, specializing in brand, visual, web, and packaging design. The agency focuses on creating cohesive, high-impact design systems that help businesses present themselves with clarity, consistency, and confidence...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Collaborative/Outsourced Fractional CMO Consulting

    Data-Driven Omnichannel Growth Marketing Strategies. Including - Brand Amplification: ICP Touchpoint Optimization, Lead Generation: Increased Website Conversions, Reputation Building: SME Content Creation & Distribution, Social Media Engagement: Increased Followers & Post Interactions...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Services
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your all-in-one partner for web design, SEO, and marketing that works.

    Yanbo Solutions blends strategy and creativity to craft impactful digital experiences. We specialize in custom web design, branding, SEO, and marketing all tailored to your business goals. From launching a new brand to improving your online presence, our team delivers engaging, results-driven solutions that...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • SEO
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Matthews, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Concept. Patent. Production.

    Designbox is a global innovation house working with clients around the world and in our own back yard to turn great ideas into impactful products, brands and experiences. We use design to create change, focusing on sustainable initiatives, social impact and global cultural understanding through coll...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Raleigh , North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your Partner In Digital Growth.

    Marketorr is excelling in the realm of digital marketing, distinguished not only by rapid growth but also by our exceptional creativity and expertise. Spearheaded by a team comprising top marketers and designers, our focus lies in propelling the advancement of small and medium enterprises. Whether you require...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
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    Location
    Troy, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Creatively Articulating Your Message To The Hearts And Minds Of Your Customers

    Our branding services comprise of logo design, brand messaging, and brand guidelines to ensure that your company is consistently represented across all channels. We also provide custom design services, including the creation of print collateral and social media graphics. Moreover, our commercial photography...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Oregon City, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creative Marketing for Manufacturers DFW Metroplex

    Based in Fort Worth, Texas, BRING specializes in creative marketing for manufacturers– uncovering unique brand attributes that elevate clients above the competition. We do this through customer research, brand positioning and strategy, creative development, video production and web/digital campaigns...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • Digital Services
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Fort Worth, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Making life a little more beautiful one pixel at a time, we elevate brands with great ideas.

    Our small but mighty squad is made of the best in the biz interweb intellectuals, visual artists, marketing savants and digital wizards. We celebrate both creative collaboration and individual initiative to accomplish great things. We identify upcoming trends and beat them to the punch, but always with class...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Public Relations
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Miami Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Branding, Web Design, Graphic Design & Copywriting

    Meet Kettle Fire Creative, a branding firm featuring logo design, graphic design, web design and WordPress web development...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Abilene, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • 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
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    Location
    Tysons, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed

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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.