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  • A Creative Space In a Modern World

    We are a full service print and digital agency ready to bring your ideas from conception to reality. Empowering business of all sizes with the power of great design...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Hovie

    Award Winner Recipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.

    Local international graphic design

    Design Hovie Studios provides graphic design and brand consulting services to a wide range of entrepreneurs and businesses in the Northwest USA and throughout the world...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Web Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Livingston, Montana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • 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
  • Your Brand. Your Business. Your Career.

    Verhaal Brand Design is a strategic design & brand consultancy. We specialize in visual identity system design, creative strategy, brand strategy, innovation, consumer insights, trends and marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Woodstock, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $400/hr
  • Dasha Wagner

    Award Winner Recipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.

    Bringing creativity and design excellence to life.

    Dasha Wagner is an award-winning digital designer with over a decade of experience. Throughout her career, Dasha has collaborated with several well-known brands, such as Disney, Universal Studios, Aveda, Walmart, and Southeastern Groceries...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Cleveland, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Make Brands Hard To Ignore

    Magla is a creative studio based in Los Angeles, California. We focus on creative solutions, design services and campaigns...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
    • 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
    2 Projects Listed
  • We Build Brands To Move People

    Spicefire is an integrated brand consultancy that drives action. Spicefire creates brands that inspire people. Our brand solutions are founded on human intuition, emotion, and creativity. We are change architects. We are forward-thinking, real-world explorers who are always pushing themselves to discover...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Cincinnati, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Where Universes Are Built

    The Shepherds Studios builds bold, immersive brands that thrive across film, TV, games, publishing, and products. Our elite team transforms stories into connected, market-ready universes that engage audiences and drive lasting value...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • UI/UX Design
    • VR/AR
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    Location
    Beverly Hills, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Great design is about making human connections, creating experiences.

    We work with you to reveal your brands distinct identity and craft a branding strategy that aligns with your vision and core values. At Rendom Designs, we offer a wide range of creative services tailored to your needs...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Lakewood, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • TADAPIX AI STUDIO

    TADApix is a full-service animation studio specializing in custom animated explainer videos, eLearning modules, and marketing content. With over a decade of experience, we help brands of all sizes from startups to Fortune 500 companies simplify complex ideas and tell powerful stories through 2D, 3D...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Marina del Rey, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Where Innovation Meets Design

    Hey there! My name is Isabella Akhtarshenas, and I'm the person behind Akhtarshenas Studios. I am a versatile graphic designer and multidisciplinary artist...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    Location
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Let your creativity flow.

    Hey! My name is Ana Paula Franzoni, nice to meet you! I am a Brazilian freelance Illustrator, based in Michigan, USA...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    Location
    Portage, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Be Lert country needs Lerts!

    Clive Jacobson is a renowned graphic designer and illustrator based in New York City. He gained recognition as the Art Director for ID-Magazine of International Design and later served as Executive Creative Director at a top Madison Avenue agency, where he collaborated with prominent clients including Escada...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
    • Advertising
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Design Solutions for Print, Web + Exhibits

    WelchCreative is a one-stop shop for award-winning marketing, design, and copywriting services for print and online projects with support from concept to launch and beyond...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Video Production
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Portland, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Bringing Ideas to Life, To Help You Grow.

    17+ Years experience in Graphic Design, Web Design, Print, Social Media, and Marketing. We have hundreds of clients in a vast array of industries, all happy and thriving...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Grand Blanc, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Branding for Fast Moving Startups

    Condensed is the agency built from the ground up specifically for startups. If you are a fortune 500 company looking for awesome branding work, sod off! Just kidding, but really, we only work with startups and prefer early stage. We take rough ideas and turn them into polished products...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Your Custom Product Deserves VIP Packaging

    Aqua Printers is a custom packaging and printing company that creates high-quality, visually impactful packaging solutions for businesses. Combining creative design, premium materials, and affordable pricing, they help brands enhance product presentation and leave lasting impressions...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $4/hr
  • Dave Chapple is a designer in Los Angeles California.

    Dave Chapple is a designer (Art Directors Guild/Graphic Design: Local 800) in Los Angeles California...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Branding/ 3D art/ Digital/ Physical- Based in New York. Working Globally.

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

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Make Your Brand The Obvious Choice

    Lioness Design is a strategic branding and packaging studio helping visionary founders move beyond fragmented efforts and focus on creating lasting value...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Kansas City, Missouri
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Singular ideas, strong brands.

    Base Design is an international network of studios located in Brussels, New York, Geneva, and Melbourne. Our team of creatives, strategists and digital experts design and develop simple yet powerful brands and build unique personalities...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
  • Matching Talent With Success

    Artisan Talent is a premier creative staffing agency that has been redefining talent solutions since its inception. Committed to excellence, we offer a comprehensive suite of services tailored to the unique needs of the creative, digital, and marketing industries...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Assisting you in realizing your full marketing potential

    Our design team is a creative bunch, driven to provide fresh, conceptual and strategic work for our clients. From catalogs, to web banners, to full seasonal campaigns, we've got you covered...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Design Services
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Dracut, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Font Foundry + Award-winning Boutique Branding Studio

    Trusted and proven for over two decades. Momentum 18 has worked with many household name brands and a number of smaller ambitious companies. Rooted in creativity, collaboration, and trust, our partnerships with clients are at the heart of everything we do. Print + web. Copywriting + video...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Logo Design
    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Princeton, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Help Brands Communicate With Lasting Impact

    Collide is a creative studio based in Nashville, dedicated to helping people and brands communicate with lasting impact through the strategic use of design and language. Since opening the doors in 2009, the philosophy behind Collide has been focused on crafting successful collaborations to achieve powerful...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Creative Services
    • Print Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Nashville, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $115/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Where Creativity Meets Craftsmanship.

    Hi there! My name is Annie Martineau, I'm a Freelance Creative Director and the person behind Analog Studio LLC...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Package Design
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    Location
    St. Louis, Missouri
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Design that Speaks. Visuals that Connect.

    Hey there! My name is Irina Naumycheva, a professional graphic designer and visual strategist with over a decade of experience in branding, information design, and digital communications...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Atlanta based creative studio, specializing in branding and digital experiences.

    Visual Soldiers started in 2015 with one goal in mind do meaningful work for aspiring businesses of all sizes. We sought to align with companies who were excited about shaking up the status quo and open to a new way of thinking. From the beginning, we believed it was possible to bridge the gap between design...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Services
    • Branding
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    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We Make Good Things Grow

    There is no doubt that good design is good business, but GREAT DESIGN can help change the world when socially and environmentally responsible companies put it to smart use. We specialize in solving complex design challenges, crafting one-of-a-kind systems to tell your story and engage your audiences...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Web Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Portland, Maine
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $165/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Meaningful design for meaningful brands.

    Hey there! My name is Craig Valentino, with close to 20 years of experience in design, branding, and art direction, I've crafted impactful designs for brands of all types and sizes, working across agency, freelance, and in-house roles throughout my career...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Hudson, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Precision In Every Detail

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

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Strategy And Creativity That Moves Your Brand Forward

    Gearbox is a full-service marketing and advertising agency specializing in manufacturing and B2B companies, helping organizations define their position, build strong brands, and drive measurable growth...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Package Design
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    Location
    St. Cloud, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Elevated Brands Through Thoughtful Design

    FORNER is a Los Angeles based full-service creative studio specializing in brand identity, strategy, and digital design. Founded in 2015, the studio collaborates with emerging and established brands to create refined, minimalist visual systems that elevate brand perception and market presence...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Delivering the unexpected.

    Mad Genius is a dynamic blend of design, web development, brand strategy, digital advertising, TV and video production, animation, media, and more all seamlessly integrated under one roof. We are based in Ridgeland, MS...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Ridgeland, Mississippi
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • I make simple beautiful.

    Hey there! My name is Cynthia Yin, I'm a professional Graphic Designer and Brand designer currently based in New York City, USA...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We Don't Market Your Brand. We Tell Your Story.

    Encoded Noire is a full-service creative agency headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana. We specialize in brand identity, marketing strategy, and visual content production for clients in consumer goods, healthcare, financial services, and cultural organizations. Our work combines studio-level design craft with...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Grand Coteau, Louisiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creative Power for Ambitious Brands.

    Curate9 helps brands grow through strategic design, web & mobile development, and data-driven digital solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Irving, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Sharing the stories and images behind the brand.

    Brave World Media is a boutique agency dedicated to authenticity, inclusivity, and enthusiasm in marketing. We specialize in social media, video, branding, photography, and written content for our clients. We are W/MBE Certified...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Corning, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Thoughtful Design, Authentic Impact.

    Process Forty Three crafts standout visual identities through print, packaging, and digital media. By blending creativity, craftsmanship, and attention to detail, we help brands connect deeply with their communitiestransforming ideas into memorable, meaningful designs...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Kansas City, Missouri
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creative Consulting and Branding

    PROP À GANDA IS A FULL SERVICE CREATIVE AND BRANDING AGENCY BASED IN NEW YORK CITY WITH A GLOBAL CLIENT PORTFOLIO WITHIN THE AREAS OF CULTURE AND COMMERCE...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $225/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Creative Hearts. Engineered Identities.

    Atin is a strategic design and branding studio operating in London and Los Angeles. We engineer bespoke brand identities, custom logo systems, tactile packaging, and web experiences for venture-backed startups and scaling enterprises...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • More Than Graphics.

    At OCTANE, our mission is clear: we empower you to embrace your authentic self. As a longstanding gamified identity and branding firm, operating for 14 years, and proudly Black and Woman-Owned, we are deeply rooted in the heart of Kentucky. Our extensive track record includes successfully branding and...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Lexington, Kentucky
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Makelike is a multi-disciplinary graphic design agency

    Makelike provides services such as art direction, graphic design, pattern design and illustration for publishing, editorial, marketing, retail, exhibition, product development and identity & brand applications...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Portland, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Spice up your digital presence.

    Rocoto Design Studio Inc. is a Miami-based creative powerhouse with 10+ years crafting distinctive packaging, branding, UX design, illustrations, and software solutions. We infuse every project with authentic identity, wielding line and color with reverence and purpose to tell compelling visual stories that...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Software Development
    • Video Production
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Miami Shores, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Illozoo | the visual communication agency

    We are a contemporary illustration agency representing a combination of emerging and veteran illustrators from around the world. Each illustrator at Illozoo offers a unique style, technique and creative visual solution to clients in the advertising, design, publishing, corporate, fashion and gaming...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Advertising
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Savannah, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
  • Concept-driven creative for folks like you.

    Welcome to Logarhythm Creative! My name is Logan Hall, I'm a Designer, Illustrator, and Creative at large who operates under the name Logarhythm Creative...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Asheville, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We Make You Look Good!

    You deserve more than a logo; you deserve a build identity that makes an impact. We specialize in branding & identity design...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Visually Stunning, Emotionally Compelling Storytelling

    Ezra Productions is an award-winning, woman-owned creative agency and commercial video production company with offices in West Hollywood, California, and New York City. Founded in 2012 by Jillian Ezra, the agency crafts high-end branded content, corporate films, social and promotional videos, and...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Package Design
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    Location
    West Hollywood, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Full-service Integrated Agency

    As a full-service integrated agency, McKinney partners with all of our clients on strategy, creative development and production, digital, and measurement...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Durham, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Branding & Design Agency

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

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

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.

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