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  • Your brand is your power.

    Labbrand is a premier agency specializing in Insights, Strategy, Naming, and Design. We craft compelling brand identities and innovative solutions that enhance brand equity, ensuring your brand resonates powerfully with its audience...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Market Research
    • UI/UX Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Create for Creators.

    MAVRK Studio is a creative and growth agency for food & beverage brands. We help emerging and established brands build strong identities, grow online, and turn products into retail-ready businesses. From launching new brands to reimagining legacy favorites, we know food and we make it look good...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Guiding Ideas And Brands Through Pivotal Moments

    A creative studio for a new generation of brand builders. Founded in 2016, our team operates on the principle that while many can execute, building a robust strategy first is crucial before we Act Second. This philosophy ensures that our creative solutions are not only innovative but also strategically...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $185/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • A Force For Change

    Sukle (pronounced soo-kul) is an independent, creatively-led agency built to solve the toughest and most interesting challenges our clients face. For 30 years, Sukle has used unexpected creativity to drive positive change for purpose driven client organizations...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • 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
  • Design that ignites passion.

    Page 3 Design is a graphic design and web development studio based in Seattle, Washington. Founded by Barry Craig in 2002...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    Location
    Seattle, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Brand Clarity. UX-CX Elevation.

    My name is Dale Waters, I'm the founder and creator of Team Waters. I design brand experiences that tell stories, solve problems and elevate lives...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Eagan, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    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
  • Here We Bro Again

    Bivins Brothers Creative is a digital-first agency dedicated to helping creators turn their ideas into thriving online ecosystems. Founded by brothers Matthew and Evan Bivins, and later joined by Alison Kendrick, the team blends technical expertise with a deep passion for creativitybuilding platforms where...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Boutique Branding & Web Design Studio

    We are a boutique graphic design studio specializing in soulful and strategic design by women, for women...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Fort Wayne, Indiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Effective graphic design to elevate your business.

    m design is a graphic design studio located in Baltimore that specializes in branding and corporate identity, strategic marketing, print, digital, and environmental design. In today's difficult business environment, we help our clients retain positive public perception. Government, corporate, non-profit, and...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Baltimore, Maryland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Your Promotional Experts

    GotPrint is an online printing services provider founded in 2001 and headquartered in Burbank, California. Catering to businesses and creative individuals, the company offers a broad range of print products from business cards and brochures to custom apparel and signage delivered with fast turnaround times...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Direct Marketing
    • Product Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Burbank, California
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Logo Design Lane Believe in Creating Brand Identity Through Our Brand Logos.

    A logo is the most important part of any brand. It provides the brand with a unique identity & separates him from the competitors. Visual or symbols are the most powerful tool in communication & Logo Design...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • SEO
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Brand You To Be The Best!

    At Dream Team, We know the value of being Seen. We Think, We Create and Execute Top Notch work for our Clients in the fields of Branding, Brand Development, Digital marketing, Website development, Video, Animation & Motion Graphics. We help you grow your business to greater heights!...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Belleville, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Web & Brand Design Agency

    Schletty Design & Music design and develop responsive/adaptive CMS-based web sites using WordPress and Drupal. We also design with Dreamweaver...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    St. Paul, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Spectacular Visual Identity Solutions

    828:design is a boutique graphic and web design studio established in Asheville, North Carolina, in 2003. Led by co-founders Tom Petruccelli and Chris Hunter, the agency provides full-service branding, logo development, web design, print collateral, packaging, and production design. Known for its clean...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Asheville, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Where the Possibilities are Endless

    A full-service marketing firm called Brand Kitchen focuses on establishing connections between food and beverage brands and their target customers. We support businesses in embracing the new consumer empowerment and transforming it into stronger brand relationships that increase business growth and brand...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Branding
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    Location
    Morristown, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • We Create Delightful Experiences for Brands Like Yours.

    Creative Digital Design Agency - Clients include: Facebook, Samsung, Berkshire Hathaway, Ripple, Paypal, Adobe & More...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Product Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    North Port, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • 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
  • Your Creative Department

    Brimming Design is a creative agency offering informational websites, logo design, graphic design for print and digital display, content creation and more. Our small size and great service mean youll get what you want with painless revisions and a smile. We're not happy until you are...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Email Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Toledo, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Be Bold. Stay Fluid. Have Fun.

    NUU partners with companies (from startup to Fortune 500) to solve challenges and reach business goals. We build brands through strategic vision, cultural insight, and beautiful stories that emotionally resonate...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Branding
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    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • From the Shadows to the Spotlight

    Ghostly Labs is a Myrtle Beach-based full-service digital marketing agency that builds strong digital foundations, elevates brand visibility, and drives deeper engagement through custom strategies tailored for small and mid-sized businesses...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • A Digital Creative Agency.

    We are a New York based digital creativity agency focused on brand design, web development and growth-driven online marketing. For the past twenty years we’ve helped our clients tell their story, transforming their brands to attract the right customers...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Tuckahoe, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
  • 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
  • Mi Casa, Su Casa

    Casa Alma is a creative studio that unlocks soul-infused branding solutions, giving bold ideas form - and fire. We partner with mission-inspired brands at every stage of their metamorphosis to not just make them look good, but to make them matter...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Development
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
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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
  • Elevating Brands With Purpose

    Brand Alchemy Marketing is a Dallas-based agency transforming underperforming marketing into measurable business growth. Founded by a former VP of Marketing with 15+ years of experience leading strategies for startups and billion-dollar brands, we bring a unique blend of data-driven strategy and bold creative...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
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    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Building the Most Impactful Brands

    With over two decades of experience, Kerigan Marketing Associates (KMA) stands out as a beacon for businesses looking to reach the next level. Our team - composed of professionals with deep roots in big brands - specializes in helping companies within the healthcare, education, tourism and financial services...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Mexico Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Branding and Design Experts for Small Businesses

    At our company, we specialize in providing solutions to creative challenges and developing brand foundations for startups in their early stages, as well as growing businesses. Our team is proud to offer a unique combination of strategic thinking, business knowledge, and stunning visual design...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Raleigh , North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Affordable Websites for Service Providers

    Sprout Marketing and Advising specializes in website design, with a particular focus on nurturing and enhancing service-based companies in Northern California and Central Arizona. Dedicated to collaborating with small to mid-size businesses, I find fulfillment in direct engagement with company owners...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Chandler, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $65/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Website Design & SEO Specialists

    As a Website Design & SEO Specialist, We craft digital experiences that captivate and convert. With a keen eye for aesthetics and user experience, we design sleek, responsive websites that resonate with your target audiences. Utilizing the latest SEO techniques, we make sure your website ranks prominently on...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Digital Services
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Linden, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Look Like A Brand Worth Betting On!

    Logo Design Valley is a full-service branding studio that helps fresh ventures show up with the obvious-winner look which first-time founders and early businesses need on launch...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Southlake, Texas
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Imigration turns to innovation

    21Twelve Interactive is the leading application development company in India, the United States, Canada and Australia. We help you transform the concepts of mobile phones into reliable and robust application solutions, with a surprising design and an incredible user experience that meets the requirements of...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Business & Marketing Consulting Firm

    Nufire Marketing is… …a full-service business and marketing consulting firm that helps business owners and marketing professionals build awareness, generate leads and increase sales with integrated brand marketing that revolves around a great understanding of your business and your culture. We are a...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Business Consulting
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Burnsville, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Elevate Your Brand.

    Since 2015, DSG has helped businesses grow by incorporating a unique blend of creative thinking, high-quality design, and meticulous attention to detail. With a multitude of design styles and diverse industry experience, our team focuses on branding, visual communication, web development, & more...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We craft stories that move

    We are a boutique branding and creative agency that strategically brings an organization's brand to life through cleverly written messaging, intentional design, multi-media content, and visual storytelling. We exist to craft and tell the stories of the most purpose-driven brands. We identify superpowers...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Ashland, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We Bring Your Brand to Life

    We work with companies and their partners to advice on brand-business growth. Through a combination of market research and marketing strategy, our teams build sustainable growth maps, that travel into campaigns and activities across the board...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • SEO
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
  • Graphic Design & Art Direction

    Miriam Hiersteiner embodies a multi-faceted professional, adept in the realms of design, art direction, and development. Beyond her professional pursuits, she embraces the role of a middle child and harbors a genuine enthusiasm for black licorice. Situated in Boston, she thrives within the creative landscape...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Dedham, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Let's Start Working On Your Website Today.

    CreationWebs has cultivated meaningful and enduring relationships with its clients, extending beyond business to form genuine, trusted partnerships. The agencys core value lies in standing alongside its clientssupporting their growth and remaining committed to their success at every stage...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Software Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Port Richey, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Growing Brands Across Ecosystems

    Fulltank is an impact design studio for brands shifting perception. We define what your brand stands for with such clarity it gains gravity, then design and build the strategy, naming, identity, systems, and digital experiences to give it lasting pull...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Albany, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Your Storytelling Design Partner

    Meraki Theory is a boutique presentation design studio built for high-stakes moments. We help Fortune 500 leaders and event teams turn dense information into sharp, cinematic slides, whether it's an investor deck, a board presentation, or a main-stage keynote. Working in PowerPoint, Keynote, and Google...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Design Services
    • Print Design
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Las Vegas, Nevada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Your brand is what other people say about you when you're not in the room.

    Hey! My name is Caleb Porter, I'm a professional graphic designer with almost 20 years of experience...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    Location
    Detroit, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Crafting Designs Worth Talking About.

    Hi! My name is Rezart Bushati, a graphic designer form Shkoder, Albania...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    Location
    Albany, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Design that takes your business to the next level.

    We are Studio Alpeto, a team of web designers, graphic designers, and software engineers! Were on a mission to deliver the best possible design & development solutions for your business needs...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    Location
    Beverly Hills, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Creating Brands that have a lasting impact.

    Hi! My name is Antonia Quinn. I was born in Manhattan but raised in Rhode Island I am a city girl who feels most at home when surrounded by nature. Any chance I have I am on an outdoor run in NYC...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Ink, Pixels, and Passion: Graphic Design Redefined.

    Hey! My name is Tyler DeGraaf, I'm a professional graphic designer and artist based in Grand Rapids, MI. I finished my studies at Grand Valley State University in spring 2022...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    Location
    Grand Rapids, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Designing Bold Brands With Heart.

    Hey! My name is Alisa Damaso, I'm a multidisciplinary designer based in San Francisco. My skills are mostly reffering to in graphic design, branding, illustration, and lettering...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Find Your New Vision

    Hey! We are Honey + Hare, a creative marketing, branding, and web design agency with heheadquarters in New Braunfels, Texas. We can give your business a polished look and a memorable brand...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    Location
    New Braunfels, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Graphic Design that Puts Your Brand in The Spotlight.

    Hello! My name is Eva, I'm a professional Graphic Designer, I work with daring brands that are not afraid to defy the status quo...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Creators at our core and visionaries in our hearts.

    Hype Visual is a former creative team of Offbeat Press! We separated Hype Visual to focus on our passion of building beautiful brands with a purpose...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    Location
    Oshkosh, Wisconsin
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Graphic Design That Speaks Your Brand's Language.

    Hey there! My name is Hannah Gorman, a professional brand & packaging graphic designer based in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    Location
    Raleigh , North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49

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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