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  • Provides exceptional personalized service in a highly cost effective manner.

    Passionate freelancer who loves bringing ideas to life, whether in print or on screen. I am committed to creating designs that don't just meet your needs, they exceed them...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Palmetto, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Consumer Brand Experts

    Team Creatif USA is a strategic branding and package design agency...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Brand Savvy Digital Power

    At Phocus, we believe in the power of brands and the value it adds to a business. We believe that brands are a way to simplify human decisions. Your brand is your identity, it is what defines what a business is all about. Most importantly, it gives potential customers an insight into what your company stands...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Panama City Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
  • Get Future Ready

    Agencies United is a global creative brand and production studio, bringing together seasoned strategists, award-winning designers, and leading independent agencies. We partner with ambitious brands to create ideas that move, blending deep expertise with fresh thinking to build brands that are timely and...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Summit, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Full-Service Ecommerce Agency for Data-Driven Consumer Brands

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

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Affiliate Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We ignite brands at pivotal moments.

    We align strategy, creative, and tech so your external story matches your internal reality. Senior leadership in every conversation, a partnership that lowers your blood pressure, and work built to last...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Columbus, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Dishing up a Whole Lot of Creativity Without the Expensive Check.

    We provide professional designs that are of the highest quality and are affordable. Innovative and Professionally Oriented Design. Since 1993, we have been providing creative and cutting-edge design. Specializing on excellent service to customers, quick turnaround, and original concepts...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Crawfordville, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Better Design for Life.

    Para is a creative partnership based in Los Angeles, California with clients all over the world. Founded in 2020 by Marta and Gregory, partners at work and life. Together, we develop detailed graphic identities & photography, and cultivate lasting relationships. The results are timeless, compelling, visual...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Packaging That Builds Brands

    Printingblue designs and manufactures custom packaging, printed products, labels, and promotional materials for businesses worldwide. We combine quality printing, practical engineering, and reliable production to help brands stand out...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Product Design
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    Location
    San Antonio, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • From Design to Delivery®

    Morrisette Packaging designs custom packaging solutions for a wide variety of companies in various industries. From Design to Delivery, we build tailored solutions that make life better for the people we collaborate with every day...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Browns Summit, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
  • AIDesigns

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.

    Show your brand. Make it shine

    At AI Designs, our commitment to innovation drives us to continually explore the frontiers of AI-driven design, unlocking novel possibilities and delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed our clients' expectations. Through our pioneering approach, we reimagine what's possible in branding and design...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Frisco, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • E-commerce photo editing studio: Infotecsourz

    E-commerce photo editing company Infotecsourz. Global photo editing leader. Our core services include photo background removal, e-commerce product photo editing, model photo retouching, clipping path service, photo ghost mannequins, color correction, Amazon & Shopify product design, and more...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Helping brands shine with authentic, human-centered design that turns visions into visual identities

    Roana Art and Design is creative studio specializing in branding, graphic design, and illustration...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Take Your Business Over The Top!

    A boutique design studio that connects business with their target audience through print and digital design services...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    St. Petersburg, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Dominate The Digital Landscape With Our Expert Strategies.

    Crestify Studio serves as the gateway to unparalleled digital experiences, offering a comprehensive suite of services that span from the creation of compelling websites and intuitive UX/UI designs to powerful SEO strategies, impactful branding, packaging, and content services. As an all-in-one digital...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
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    Location
    Wayne, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Unlocking The Full Potential Of Amazon.

    Cogent Solutions specializes in strategic Amazon solutions designed to drive growth and deliver lasting value to businesses. With a focus on leveraging the power of the Amazon platform, we offer tailored strategies and expert guidance to optimize performance and maximize success in the competitive e-commerce...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • Product Design
    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
  • Boxes Built Around Your Product & Not Templates. Benefit from low minimum orders.

    Custom Designs Boxes build brands and an 20+ Year experienced workforce to design Custom Boxes, Custom packaging, creative die-cut designer boxes that satisfy the needs of heavy or light, big or small, casual or luxurious products/businesses...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Manassas Park, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
  • Designer Who Appreciates Problems.

    Sao Tien Wang (The Little Wang) is a Los Angeles based multidisciplinary designer specializing in branding, packaging, web UI, product design, and photography. With a boutique studio setup under 50 employees, Wang collaborates with startups and established brands to craft visually compelling solutions that...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Video Production
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Design and branding for consumer packaged goods.

    Coppergate Design Co. is a branding and design agency specializing in consumer packaged goods. They assist small food and beverage businesses in competing with major brands by creating world-class packaging. Their designs for labels, boxes, websites, and more are crafted to be visually striking and resonate...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Belmont, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Wandering In Wonder

    Land is an interdisciplinary creative studio that blends art, design, and craftsmanship to create human-centered brands, spaces, and experiences. The studio collaborates with clients across industries to develop distinctive identities, environments, sculptures, and creative installations that balance timeless...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Turn Bold Ideas Into Action

    WorkInProgress is a Boulder-based full-service creative and advertising agency that helps brands turn bold ideas into meaningful action through strategy, creative, digital, production, and experiential marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Package Design
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Boulder, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • For the Love of Language

    Logrus IT is an independent end-to-end provider of enlightened, tightly integrated, customized, agile, cloud-based content creation and transformation solutions. Our team is big and creative enough to accomodate projects of any size and complexity, and small enough to stay focused and flexible when it comes...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Package Design
    Location
    Churchville, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Graphic Design that Speaks Volumes.

    Hello! My name is Lala Bower, a graphic designer and illustrator with passion. Born and live in Tennessee, USA...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    Location
    Livingston, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Cool Designs for Trendsetters.

    Hello! My name is Katie Kurz, and I'm industrial and graphic designer who specializes in packaging the person behind Wyabago Creative...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    Location
    Seattle, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Everything you need to grow your business, online or offline

    Can you imagine why to choose CW Creative? We help grow your business, online and offline. We personalize local print, graphic and web design services. CW Creative is founded in 1994 by Mollie Lannen...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    Location
    Barre, Vermont
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Let your creativity flow.

    Hi there! My name is Chelsea Wirtz, a professional designer and illustrator with 12 years of experience. Always looking for a new ways to craft connection...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    Location
    Seattle, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Creator of Branded Free Design

    Hello world! My name is Christian Walker professional Marketing Coordinator, Graphic Designer, Consumer Behaviorist and my career started the moment my high school mentor placed a camera in my hand and asked me to go outside and capture everything...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    Location
    Lindale, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Design That Drives Brand Desire.

    Smith Design is a strategic branding and design agency specializing in crafting compelling visual identities, packaging, and experiences that bring brands to life and fuel consumer connection...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Morristown, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Enabling Print Business Online

    DesignNBuy's AI-powered web-to-print solution automates pricing, personalization, ordering, print production, and delivery for seamless print business operations...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Irving, Texas
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Design that moves with you.

    We work with businesses of every size and shape to build off what they have and help them get where they want to be...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We work with small business owners who are seriously passionate about serving their customers.

    We help small business owners leverage their brand and website as sales tools that help them grow their business. We work with small business owners who are seriously passionate about serving their customers and are ready to make big moves in their business...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • SEO
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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Mali & Friends

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.

    We Create For People & Orgs Preoccupied With Building Great Brands

    At Mali & Friends, we are more than just a design and development agency. We are partners in your journey towards success. We are excited to collaborate with you, understand your goals, and leverage our expertise to bring your vision to fruition. Together, let's create solutions that inspire, engage, and make...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Where creativity meets strategy to build an evergreen maze of brand wo

    Founded by Creative Director Elon Blackwell - Fun Way Out Creative Studio - embodies bold brand development, creative strategic thinking, and career coaching for creatives...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Louisville, Kentucky
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Your Path to Brand Success

    We deliver creative design services in identity and brand development, print design, web creative design and website development. Our clients rely on us for graphic designs that engage customers and help them market their products and services more effectively...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Aurora, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • 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
  • We say a lot about you...

    Our goal is to make our clients a lot of money without costing a lot of money. We know branding and we know how to use it to build customer loyalty...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Mesa, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Brand Design + Management

    Keep your income flowing while we handle the branding and strategy. You'll have a fully developed identity that screams your brand through every aspect of your presence. We handle your web design, social media, print and prioritize ways to keep your business growing. We're just an email away...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Dive in, roll up your sleeves, get your hands dirty approach.

    Hey! My name is Elin Richey. My passionate is all about building brands. I help brands revamp their identity, creating a cohesive line of products and packaging that meet their client's needs and improve sales...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Minneapolis, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Big Ideas can Grow in Small Placess

    Artbox Creative Studios is a web design founded in 2007 in Rogers, Minnesota. We always say that you do not need 500 people, we only need 50 to create great, long-lasting impressions...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Big Lake, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Entice. Educate. Engage.

    Passionate about great design & effective communication. Visual Appeal LLC is a creative agency focused on energizing brands!...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Richmond, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Designing Brands, Illustrating Visions.

    Matt Erickson is a creative director and graphic designer based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He focuses on brand identity, packaging design, and illustration for both startups and well-established brands, delivering strategic and impactful solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Product Design
    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Minneapolis, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Creative, Packaging and Logistics

    DIZPOT is a cannabis packaging distributor founded in 2017 that provides services locally and internationally out of Phoenix, Arizona. DIZPOT provides excellent old school customer service that customers have come to respect and depend on...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
  • 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
  • Marketing that works like magic!

    Our team involves marketing and media professionals steeped in branding, packaging, online marketing, media, and business consulting...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • Public Relations
    • Package Design
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Las Vegas, Nevada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Make Art That Doesn't Waste Time

    Geletka+ is an full-service, independent, creative-first agency based in Chicago. We help brands move faster and make a bigger impact by cutting unnecessary process and building integrated teams around the work that matters most...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • A Touch of Imagination!

    We are a bilingual, full service creative agency specializing in branding. We help businesses of all sizes grow and evolve through our expertise as creative marketers. From logos to full branding, to web development, advertising campaigns, and so much more...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Lower Printing Costs While Advancing Innovation!

    ReproMagic is a commercial printing and design agency, working with entertainment and brand clients in the content, health care, biotech, retail and consumer, luxury lifestyle, beauty, and technology industries...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Direct Marketing
    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Illustrator & Graphic Designer

    Alyah Holmes is a creative illustrator and graphic designer with a vibrant, playful and uplifting style. She specializes in Illustration and design for packaging, branding and editorial...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
    Location
    Hollywood, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • I've had the opportunity to create a variety of projects.

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

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    Location
    Crawfordsville, Indiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $23/hr
  • Shaping Ideas into Cutting-Edge Designs.

    Hello! My name is Lydia Dahl. I recently graduated of Western Washington University's Design program...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
    Location
    Bellingham, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49

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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.