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  • Bay Area Artist And Chicana

    Hey Ruca is a Bay Area apparel and art brand founded by Cecelia Perez, a Mexican American artist known as Hey Ruca. The brand grew from Perezs hand-screenprinted custom sweatshirts and officially became a brand in 2023. Its artwork draws from Chicano themes and California kustom car culture, combining...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Building brands that outlast the seasons.

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

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Dasha Wagner

    Award WinnerRecipient 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
  • Brand-Driven Design and Marketing.

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

    Top Services:

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

    paul howell : Design is a branding and design studio that helps organizations and individuals uncover their truths and connect with their audiences in meaningful and beautiful ways...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • 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
  • Manage Listings. Build Reputation. Grow Your Business.

    Synup is an all-in-one local marketing platform for managing listings, reviews, social media, and local SEO across multiple locations...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Product Design
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $9/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • 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
  • Transforming Ideas Into Art.

    Simona Bunardzhieva (simoneone) is a Graphic Artist & Illustrator, Maker, Speaker, and Educator. With over ten years of expertise, she excels in illustration and lettering. Her diverse portfolio includes packaging, editorial work, children's books, branding, murals, events, and installations...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Advertising
    Location
    Berkeley, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Clarity Through Design

    Hutton Eby is a graphic designer focused on creating thoughtful, purpose-driven visual solutions. Blending strategy and craft, the work helps brands communicate clearly and stand apart...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Expert 3D modeling and rendering services provider

    Orbe3D is a professional 3D modeling and rendering studio focused on furniture and product visualization for eCommerce brands, manufacturers, and creative agencies. We deliver photorealistic 3D renders, AR/VR-ready assets, and digital twins that help businesses reduce costs and launch faster...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Your Brand, Our Design

    We specialize in high-quality graphic design and web development, offering logo design, branding, flyers, business cards, and website solutions.Let us help you enhance your brand identity!...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Baton Rouge, Louisiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • 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
  • 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
  • Turning Ideas into Impactful Designs.

    Welcome to Charles Scott Creative. My name is Charles Scott, I'm a professional Designer and the person behind the agency...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    Location
    Thomasville, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Your big day should be as unique as you.

    Hello! We are Chelsey Huff Design, a design agency specializing in Luxurious wedding invitations. The experience includes custom invitations, printing, and packaging...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    Location
    St. Louis, Missouri
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Designing with Heart, Crafting with Purpose.

    Yiwen, originally from Taiwan and now based in Atlanta, is a graphic designer with a strong passion for color, typography, and illustration...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Crafting bespoke brands for authentic creatives.

    Roen Creative is a comprehensive design studio specializing in custom website design, unique templates, branding, and logo creation. We collaborate with ambitious brands and businesses, helping them elevate their identity and reach their goals through innovative and strategic branding and web design...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Inspiring Moments Of Innovation And Joy

    PepsiCo Design + Innovation is the global in-house design organization of PepsiCo, responsible for shaping the visual identity, product experiences, packaging, and innovation behind one of the world's largest consumer goods portfolios. Bringing together more than 300 designers, strategists, and creative...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Creative Consultant & Design Strategist

    Fred Hart is an independent Design Strategist and Creative Director specializing in consumer packaged goods (CPG) branding. With over a decade of experience, he has transformed more than 137 CPG brands, built a 30-person branding agency, and earned five Design Effectiveness Awards over the past four years...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    Location
    Boulder, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • A Chicana-Owned Creative Agency

    If Only Creative is a Bay Area creative studio founded in 2022 by Marisa Sanchez-Dunning. The studio specializes in brand design, strategy, social media management, and commercial photography, with a particular focus on POC-owned and purpose-driven brands. Its approach centers on sustainability, equity...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    Location
    San Anselmo, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Stout Design Inc. is a San Francisco-based design studio founded in 2013 that combines creative thinking with strategic business considerations to develop design work for brands and products. Its capabilities include branding, packaging, illustration, and advertising, with an emphasis on creating visually...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Hybrid Design

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.

    Creating Wonderfully Engaging Design

    Hybrid is a San Francisco-based graphic design studio dedicated to creating engaging and impactful design across a wide range of disciplines, including branding, identity systems, illustration, campaign development, publication design and production, retail and environmental design, advertising, digital...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Designing Brands That Make An Impact

    A premium digital design studio crafting powerful brand identities, strategic visuals, and impactful digital experiences for businesses and startups worldwide...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Package Design
    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Product Design
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    Location
    York, New York
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    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
  • Your friendly neighborhood brand strategy and design agency.

    We are Neighborly Creative! Design agency founded in 2011, we are based in the heart of Rochester, Minnesota. We have spent the past decade growing alongside clients to launch new brands, refresh existing ones, and create meaningful experiences that contribute to our partners ongoing success...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Rochester, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Designing a Better Tomorrow.

    Hey! My name is Kelly Taylor, I'm a specialist in the field of marketing & design with over 10 years of experience. Currently based in rooted in Orange, CA...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Orange County, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • One Logo, Sold Once. Never Recycled, Never AI-Generated.

    Logo Creation is a marketplace where small businesses and startups buy ready-made logos crafted entirely by human designers no AI generators, no templates reused across a thousand other companies. Every logo in the catalog is sold exactly once, then permanently retired from the site, so what you buy is...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Albuquerque, New Mexico
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $69/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We help maximize your brands impact.

    We're dedicated to transforming your vision into reality with innovative design solutions and expert craftsmanship across all your creative and marketing needs...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $115/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Designing Tomorrow's Brands, Today.

    Committed to converting ideas into captivating and functional designs that leave a lasting impression...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    La Mirada, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • 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
  • A Client Focused Brand Design Studio.

    RC Digital Works is a branding and design studio driven by a clear purpose: creating brands with real meaning.A brand goes beyond aesthetics; it shapes how people perceive who you are and why you matter...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Print Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Fayetteville, Arkansas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    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
  • Creating Impactful Designs, Every Time.

    Hey! My name is Deanna Arace, I'm a professional graphic designer and visual communicator. I focus on design because I love having fun, making beautiful things, and investing in others with my creativity...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
    • Design Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Manchester Township, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Loves to learn, collaborate and create.

    Eight Hour Day is a creative studio focused on design & illustration. Founded by two individuals Katie Kirk & Nathan Strandberg back in 2005...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Minneapolis, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • The Hallmark of Opulent Simplicity.

    Maison Napier are experts in branding, digital design, publication, and packaging for lifestyle brands...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • 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
  • build it. brand it. launch it. grow it.

    Walker Creative is a family-owned creative studio in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We help businesses with branding, graphic design, Wix websites, print and packaging, signs, vehicle wraps, digital graphics, and installation supportfrom the first idea to the finished rollout...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Digital Services
    • Logo Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Tulsa, Oklahoma
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Design Is What We Do

    A design driven stidio where bold ideas take shape, led by a visionary brand architect , dknack trasforms ideas from digital concepts into immersive, real-world experiences through intentional design strategy and storytelling...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Product Design
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Davie, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • A Creative First Ad Agency

    At The Shop Agency, a leading marketing agency in Dallas, TX, we specialize in full-service traditional and digital marketing to help businesses grow. Our expert team of graphic designers, digital strategists, and branding specialists creates custom marketing solutions tailored to your business goals...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Show more
    Location
    Richardson, Texas
    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.