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  • Making a Fashion Branding Statement

    Stateless is a passionate team of fashion branding, design, and industry experts. We specialize in crafting memorable brands, functional apparel, and fresh clothing lines. With a global network and collaborative approach, we support entrepreneurs, investors, designers, and established companies in navigating...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Product Design
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Design That Defines Your Brand

    LN.IV Studio is a creative agency founded by Ellen Ivy Krantz, specializing in clean, refined brand identities for innovators, artists, and creatives...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Logo 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
  • Your eStore handyman.

    QeRetail is a group of enthusiastic Software Developers, Web Designers, and Digital Marketers. We provide eCommerce website design and development in addition to eCommerce search engine optimization services. The experience of Ecommerce Design & Development of over 3000+ eStores has also helped us engage you...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Package Design
    • Product Design
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Woodland, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $28/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Crafting Brands That Feel Right

    Rachel Turk is a designer dedicated to purposeful creativity. She combines thoughtful design, clear structure, and compelling storytelling to craft cohesive and meaningful experiences...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Wellington, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Helping small to midsize companies build their brands.

    Bend Industries is an independently owned graphic design studio and type foundry specializing in contemporary design...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Design Services
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Seabrook, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Transforming Visions into Impactful Brands.

    Effective marketing goes beyond random ideas; it requires thoughtful, customized strategies that consider your company, industry, competition, and customers. We excel when we build long-term partnerships with our clients, steadily nurturing growth along the way...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
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    Location
    Chino, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Help Brands See Into the Future

    Introducing XTRA BOLD AI, a revolutionary agency at the forefront of AI-powered creativity and data-driven excellence. With a proven track record working with industry giants like Starbucks, Amazon, and Nike, we bring a wealth of experience to deliver unparalleled creative excellence. Our expertise extends...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    San Rafael, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • I Help You Tell Your Story.

    Clara Cormons is a proactive and highly creative Senior Designer with expertise in Brand Development, Multimedia, Marketing, and Web and Print Design. She is currently based in Los Angeles...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Web Design
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Solve Visual Problems

    Nathan Kim is a forward-thinking brand designer recognized for his meticulous attention to detail and commitment to exceptional quality. He goes beyond creating beautiful visuals, he builds strategic, story-driven brand experiences...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Web Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Design With A Twist

    Creative Krystal is driven by a deep passion for fashion, advertising, branding, editorial design, graphic design, and illustration, with a commitment to pushing creative boundaries and delivering visually striking, innovative work...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Advertising
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Build Ambitious Brands and Experiences With Those Eager To Activate a Vision.

    Hyperquake is an independent strategy and design agency founded in 1986 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, with additional offices in Salt Lake City, Brooklyn and Portland. The agency collaborates with clients from startups to Fortune100 enterprises to build ambitious brands and immersive experiences that...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Cincinnati, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We Help Brands Understand People & Solve Marketing Challenges.

    The Sound is a global consumer exploration, brand strategy and product innovation agency, applying leading-edge market research techniques, technologies and marketing models to solve client brand, marketing, communications and product innovation challenges...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Market Research
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Are the Agency for Change Agents.

    At Spectacle, we turn high potential businesses into high performing brands by providing the right strategic and creative tools to break through the clutter, enabling brands to stand out and stand the test of time...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Elevating brands together.

    Welcome to Nari Creative! My name is Brooke Goren Molinari, I'm a Founder & Creative Director of the studio. Nari Creative was founded in 2017 with a passion and emotion...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Your One-Store Shop for All Design Needs.

    From packaging and boxes to catalogs, menus, brochures, posters, and banners, our advanced facility meets all your printing needs...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Burbank, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We Build Principled Brand

    We empower brands to build meaningful connections with their audiences. We achieve this by guiding them through a process of self-discovery, which allows us to design an authentic representation of their identity. Our approach integrates creativity, innovative technology, and a commitment to positive social...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Boldly transform your brand into an unforgettable powerhouse.

    I'm Alyssa, a designer dedicated to creating iconic and memorable brands and websites. I draw immense inspiration from creators, including businesses and entrepreneurs who exhibit fearlessness and ambition...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Asheville, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Where Vision Meets Craft

    Christopher Hapner is the Founder and Creative Director of Prophet, a brand consultancy focused on identity, web design, and strategy. With over 15 years of experience, he has developed award-winning work for leading names such as Nike, Ogilvy, Marvel, Disney, and Taco Bell...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Santa Ana, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • DESIGN | BRAND | MAKE

    Unbox Product Design is an international award-winning, full-stack product development firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in industrial design, product engineering, branding, prototyping, and manufacturing...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Product Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your Vision, Perfectly Designed.

    Gregory Mendoza is an expert in graphic design and vector art. He believes that life is a continuous learning journey and that no one has all the answers...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Bergenfield, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Meaningful design for meaningful brands.

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

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Hudson, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Design. Brand. Story. All in One.

    Matt Chansky is helping brands communicate with clarity, emotion, and distinction–across every medium that matters. As an award-winning creative partner, he brings creative direction, copywriting, and design together to build cohesive, lasting brand experiences...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Princeton, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Elevated Brands Through Thoughtful Design

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

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • StorySell: Conversion-First Storytelling for Amazon

    Salto Innovation is an Amazon-focused creative agency and the creator of StorySell, a conversion-first storytelling system designed for how Amazon shoppers decide in the first 3 seconds. We help brands increase conversion through strategic A+ content, PDP architecture, and Amazon-native creative sys...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce
    • Content Marketing
    • Branding
    • PPC
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    Location
    Doral, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • The Storytelling Agency.

    We build brands that drive investor confidence, cultural alignment, and long-term growth. With 14+ years of experience with 60+ companies across biotech, tech, fashion, education, private capital, and more, I've led global teams, filed patents, and helped clients raise capital and scale...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Business Consulting
    • Content Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Aren't Afraid to Be Different.

    Heavy Heavy is a creative studio comprised of storytellers, designers & architects of ideas...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    San Antonio, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Design That Makes People Stop

    Bespoke websites, branding, and digital marketing built to help service-based businesses rise above the noise driven by story, intention, and a bold creative edge...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Capitola, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Thomas Pokorn

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

    Where Concept Meets Craft

    Thomas Pokorn is a Creative Strategist and Copywriter who specializes in developing concepts and verbal identities for branding and advertising. He focuses on articulating unique brand personalities and forging meaningful connections with audiences through compelling narratives. He specializes in creative...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Advertising
    • Video Production
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Take Your Brand To The Next Level

    We're passionate about creating digital solutions that not only look great but also deliver tangible results. Our team of skilled designers and developers collaborate closely to build innovative products that exceed expectations. That's why we're a leading UI/UX & SaaS Design Agency that turns your idea into...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Sheridan, Wyoming
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • I make simple beautiful.

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

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Design That Moves You

    Welcome to Walnut Hill Creative! My name is Sara Scholl and I'm the Founder & Creative director of the studio. WHC is a unique design studio based in the lovely city of Philadelphia...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Where Creativity Meets Precision.

    Alexandria (Lexa) Risjad focuses on brand design within the luxury lifestyle, hospitality, travel, fashion, and interior sectors. Originally from Indonesia and raised in Singapore, Lexa relocated to Los Angeles to pursue a BA in Integrated Marketing Communication from Pepperdine University and a Certificate...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Logo Design
    • Public Relations
    • Web Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Thoughtfully crafting sustainable brands.

    Were a team of caring creatives that give a dang. We're dedicated to helping brands make a difference. With sustainability at our core, we collaborate to craft meaningful branding that drives positive impact for both people and the planet...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Burlington, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Full-service Web Design Agency In PA.

    Top Web Design US stands as a premier full-service web design agency based in Pennsylvania, offering a comprehensive range of services including web design, web development, logo design, SEO, branding, and more. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, our team delivers tailored solutions that elevate...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • STRIKING DESIGN. AMATEUR BOWLER.

    QueenPin Design is focused on creating impactful brand experiences. Skilled in handling complex, multi-faceted projects while blending strategic insight with analytical precision...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Savannah, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Visual Logic Problem Solving

    Whether you're looking for print design, web design, or an all encompassing brand experience. We approach your graphics from the standpoint that each person is uniquely different. Therefore your love and passion in life and how you bring it into the world it through your business is your own...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Tempe, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Be Unique And Take The Center Stage

    Unusual's unparalleled performance has resulted in over 300 successful launches, consistent revenue growth of $2B for our clients, and multiple awards from the most prestigious industry competitions, including Cannes Lions and D&AD...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creative Consulting and Branding

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

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $225/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Bright Ideas, Brilliantly Executed

    An award-winning brand creation and implementation agency that specializes in Retail & CPG brand packaging...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Package Design
    • Product Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Top creative design and branding agency in Hawaii

    Creativity is constant, not seasonal. We are dedicated to crafting stories out of your vision. Not just a logo system that you can stick on everything and hope people notice. We build recognition, trust, and loyalty through marks, colors, and type that leave your audience in awe...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Kailua, Hawaii
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • A Top Graphic Design Studio for Licensing, CPG Brands, and Creative Teams.

    Design Refinery partners with licensing teams, CPG brands, and creative leads to deliver fast, strategic design from packaging and retail visuals to brand marketing. We plug in where you need us most, helping you move faster without sacrificing quality...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Pembroke, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
  • All Things Brand

    Brndry is a full service strategic branding and digital growth agency delivering end-to-end creative, marketing and development solutions. From crafting distinctive brand identities and intuitive digital experiences to executing performance-driven marketing campaigns. Brndry partners with businesses across...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Services
    • Package Design
    • Product Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Greenwood Village, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creative Hearts. Engineered Identities.

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

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Your Partner In Digital Growth.

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

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
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    Location
    Troy, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Makelike is a multi-disciplinary graphic design agency

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

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Portland, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Crafting Timeless Wooden Eyewear with Aegean Soul

    Global digital marketing agency with offices in San Francisco, Munich and Querétaro...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • eCommerce Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Package Design
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
  • Your Growth Our Expertise.

    SAY HELLO TO YOUR NEW DESIGN & GROWTH PARTNER We help brands look better, sound clearer, and convert more. From custom websites built to perform, to bold branding and creative that actually gets noticed, everything we create is made to help your business stand out, build trust, and grow...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Focused On Measurable Brand Success

    Vetted Logos is a full-service branding and design agency that helps startups and established businesses build strong, consistent, and recognizable brand identities. Vetted Logos is your go-to branding partner empowering ambitious businesses with memorable identities, striking visuals, and high-converting...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Show more
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • A Creative Agency Specializing in Branding & Merchandising.

    Thirty O Nine is a Los Angeles-based branding and merchandising agency. Our team comprises seasoned creative professionals who excel in aiding businesses in the strategic development and promotion of their brands through highly effective merchandising and marketing strategies...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
  • We Create Challenger Brands That Win.

    Founded in 2011, Manufactur is an independent creative agency based in L.A...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Package Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    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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