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Best Packaging Design Agencies

313 Companies - Rankings updated: August 26, 2026

Every packaging design agency featured on DesignRush is evaluated for design quality, production readiness, industry experience, and verified client feedback. Some featured placements may be paid.

  • Krull D+A is a boutique creative agency in Sydney, Australia.

    Krull D+A is a boutique creative agency in Sydney, Australia, specialising in in branding, advertising, online design & development, digital campaigns, packaging, and print production...

    Location
    Potts Point, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • We Create Brands People Remember

    We believe that every brand touchpoint is an opportunity to make a brilliant impression. At New Communication, we blend strategy, design, and communication to turn businesses into brands people notice, trust, and choose...

    Location
    Thessaloniki, Greece
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Designs With Purpose. Stories With Impact.

    Mark Hale is a multidisciplinary freelance designer and visual artist based in Istanbul. He specializes in crafting logos, brand identities, web design, social media visuals, and motion graphics across diverse industries. With a versatile approach and adaptability across various styles and mediums, he brings...

    Location
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Handcrafted Detail, Timeless Illustrative Mastery

    Steven Noble Illustrations is a globally recognized illustration studio specializing in highly detailed scratchboard, engraving, and line art, delivering handcrafted visuals for branding, packaging, publishing, and advertising across diverse industries...

    Location
    Petaluma, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Full Service Creative Production Company

    Treasure Rock Productions is a distinguished family-owned and operated studio specializing in a wide array of creative media services. From video production and animation to illustration, 3D modeling, scripts, voice-overs, and beyond, our versatile team is equipped to handle any creative endeavor you can...

    Location
    American Fork, Utah
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • We Help Companies Grow

    Our sweet spot is helping new, rebranding, and growing companies optimize their product, brand, website, and marketing for growth. We plug in like a part of your team. You get our crew of expert strategists, designers, developers, and performance marketers dedicated to achieving your goals...

    Location
    Boulder, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • A different creative agency.

    Outlier Creative specializes in 3D product visualization. Our hyper-realistic images, animations, and videos help you grab attention and stand out...

    Location
    Barcelona, Spain
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Package Flavor

    MILK. is one of the leading agencies for packaging design and innovation. As a specialized food packaging design agency, we've been creating creative, brand-building packaging since 2010 - out of a love for food. Our focus is on thoughtful packaging design that creates added value and helps brands stand out...

    Location
    Frankfurt, Germany
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Save The Day & Be The Obvious Solution To Your Customer's Needs!

    Costello Creative Group (CCG) is a multi-disciplinary boutique creative marketing and design studio delivering strategy, execution, and implementation of visual communications for growth-seeking manufacturers. We provide branding, website, design, and digital marketing solutions for B2B and B2C...

    Location
    Sayreville, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Creative Solutions Solid Reputation Growing Businesses

    Comart Studios is a design agency based in Karachi with more than 50 years of experience in branding, packaging, and print design. We work with global and regional brands to create designs that are clear, consistent, and production-ready. Our team has strong expertise in FMCG packaging and printing, handling...

    Location
    Karachi, Pakistan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • Where Strategy Becomes Scalable Growth

    The Gridwell Group is a growth strategy and execution firm that helps companies scale with clarity. We align brand, revenue, and systems to design growth that is repeatable, profitable, and built to last. Our leadership team brings together distinct disciplines...strategy, revenue, and execution to help...

    Location
    Franklin, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Build A Brand That Creates Demand

    We are a 15-year-old data-driven full web design & development agency and we, at Beryl- a professional design company can guide in all perspectives to amplify the brand awareness and in turn increase the revenue, without any increase CapEx. Beryl India could be that invisible force for your company which can...

    Location
    Noida, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Since 2006, Visual design from the creative brief to the finished product.

    Crimic Studio specializes in developing comprehensive visual identity projects for both print and screen. From the initial creative brief to the delivery of the final product, our expertise spans a diverse range of expressive mediums, catering to various clients and communication channels...

    Location
    Terni, Italy
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Thats How It Works!

    KOMPAGNON Communications is a B2B agency for marketing, communication, and design, acting as an external marketing department when required. The agency develops strategy and positioning, builds brands and corporate designs, designs websites and digital performance marketing, and produces activating content...

    Location
    Koblenz, Germany
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Sustainable Design That Ignites Positive Change.

    A strategy-led, B Corp Certified design studio dedicated to building brands that move people and the planet forward. Through branding, packaging, and web design, we help businesses stand out in competitive markets, connect with conscious consumers, and drive meaningful change in climate action...

    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • We are a full service AD agency to share, curate and discover ad techniques that tell your story.

    We are a full service AD agency to share, curate and discover ad techniques that tell your story. Our services cover strategy and branding, identity design, visual communication, POS marketing, package design and results driven digital marketing...

    Location
    Eger, Hungary
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • A Creative Space In a Modern World

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

    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Crafting Every Element Of Your Branding

    With 13+ years experience of the company and 25+ years experience of management team, Trimitiy shields and supports your brand with strategy, clarity and creativity by eliminating inconsistency and powering growth with smart, focused efforts. Trimitiy empowers brands to grow beyond boundaries and beyond...

    Location
    Pune, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    10 Projects Listed
  • Experienced Professional In Graphic Design And Web Design

    Creation and development of Product Catalog, presentation for companies, folders, logos, visual identity projects, editorial design, graphic design services...

    Location
    Campinas, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Creating Value For Brands Through Innovation

    We work in: Strategic Branding, Product and Services Design, Naming and Verbal Identity, Logo Design and Visual Identity, Visual Communications Design, UX Design, Design Research, BPO of Brand Management, Brand Intelligence for Latam. Our methodological approach combines Design Thinking with a wide...

    Location
    Bogota, Colombia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Design, Print & Branding Experts.

    Snap is your one stop shop for all things design, print & branding. With a team of 25+ expert graphic designers across Ireland, you are in good hands!...

    Location
    Dublin, Ireland
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
  • Proven brand strategy, passion, creativity, and digital expertise All packed into one.

    Proven creative vision, passion, design excellence, and digital expertise, all packed into one...

    Location
    Bengaluru, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Elevating Brands with Precision Design.

    Hey there! My name is Emmanuelle Kronenberg, I'm a passionate about industrial design...

    Location
    Cincinnati, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Turning Products Into Memorable Brands

    Monographik is a creative packaging design studio specializing in brand identity and packaging solutions that transform products into memorable consumer experiences through strategic design, visual storytelling, and market-focused branding...

    Location
    Denpasar, Indonesia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • 3D Visual Content Designers.

    VSLB is a multidisciplinary studio specializing in 3D Images, Animations, VR, AR, Virtual Production environments. We create immersive content using realtime rendering to elevate brands and products. Founded in 2017 by Sarah Schmidt and Giacomo Mason, we operate from our offices in Seoul and Padova...

    Location
    Seoul, South Korea
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Psychology-driven designs for global success

    Ready to get more eyes on your business? Let's build a brand that wins...

    Location
    Melbourne, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $110/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Your Guiding Partner for Exceptional Brand Experience

    MADJOR is a brand experience consultancy under Labbrand Group. We believe that the key to building a successful brand is through experiences that foster long-term connection and differentiation...

    Location
    Shanghai, China
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • We Build Brands That Mean Business.

    Award winning, strategic branding agency based in Sydney, Australia that builds brands from the inside out, fostering clarity, alignment and long-term growth...

    Location
    Surry Hills, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Helping Industry Leaders And Brand Pioneers To Be Seen, Heard, And Remembered

    Bringing purpose-driven brands to life with commercial care and award-winning creativity. Empowering brands with bold integrity and irresistible meaning - digging deep and asking questions that cut to the heart of the challenge and shine a light on all that makes them special...

    Location
    Salisbury, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We create (CREATIONS) for business.

    Welcome to The Upturn Studio! We are a small studio with grand ideas, specializing in creating visual identities and all associated marketing materials...

    Location
    Stary Sącz, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Igniting Brands, Delivering Results.

    Hotfoot is a highly acclaimed strategic creative agency recognized for partnering with exceptional clients to accomplish ambitious objectives. As a full-service agency, our diverse team of experts provides a comprehensive suite of services, including brand identity creation, marketing campaigns, and website...

    Location
    Lancaster, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • We build, scale and Grow business on Amazon

    At The Techload, we specialize in boosting your brand's success on the world's largest e-commerce platform. We're experts in growing your Amazon sales and optimizing your online presence, ensuring your brand's success...

    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    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...

    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
  • 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...

    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...

    Location
    Manassas Park, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
  • Designing Good Fortune for Bold Brands

    Fuman is a multi-disciplinary design studio based in Auckland, New Zealand, dedicated to building the good fortunes of brands through a balance of strategy and creativity. Founded in 2003, the agency operates on the belief that success is not purely luck but a combination of intent, curiosity, and creative...

    Location
    Auckland, New Zealand
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Designing Brands With Lasting Impact

    Tátil Design is a Brazilian strategic branding and design consultancy that helps organizations build meaningful brands through strategy, visual identity, innovation, and experience design. The agency is recognized for creating impactful brand systems that connect businesses, institutions, and communities...

    Location
    Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We are an agency full of passion for marketing and design!

    We are an agency where we mix the love for design and commercial strategy, seeking to deliver the best tools and services for you and your business...

    Location
    Rancagua, Chile
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Packaging Excellence, Delivered Turnkey.

    IPC is a trusted full-service packaging company with 40+ years of experience. From stock solutions to custom designs, IPC delivers tailored packaging that meets brand needs. Their commitment to quality and dedication has driven growth locally and beyond...

    Location
    Vancouver, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
  • Enter tomorrow. Brave and safe.

    Hi there, we are Kochstrasse! Brand agency with almost three decades of experience. Creation and strategy at design price level based on neuroscientific findings...

    Location
    Hanover, Germany
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Where Brands With Heart Start

    Aarons Brand is a boutique brand strategy and advisory practice led by Aaron Johnson, focused on helping founder-led businesses gain clarity on their beliefs, positioning, and purpose. The agency blends strategic consulting with hands-on execution, covering everything from brand strategy and identity to...

    Location
    Morgantown, West Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Creating Brilliant

    Katapult Design is a internationally awarded, B-corp certified product design and development consultancy with studios in Sydney, Melbourne and Byron Bay. We are a team of experienced designers, engineers and creative thinkers who transform ideas into iconic products...

    Location
    Byron Bay, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Strategic Marketing to elevate your revenue, brand, and value.

    Nine Degree is a comprehensive marketing consultancy. We use insight-led marketing strategy, creative innovation, and understanding of human behaviour to help you grow your brand. Over two decades, we have worked with diverse industries, markets, and companies to know what will work for you today. Our...

    Location
    Jaipur, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    10 Projects Listed
  • Taking Product Ideas To Reality

    Alloy is an award-winning product design agency based in the UK. With 25 years of delivering results for global brands and start-ups, Alloy is well-versed in enhancing product and digital experiences to drive results for brands and businesses...

    Location
    Guildford, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    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...

    Location
    Big Lake, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Design Solutions That Make You Go

    We specialize in building consistent and impactful brand identities through diverse design services. Whether it's a logo or a full website, our goal is to craft distinctive, lasting visuals that bring each clients vision to life...

    Location
    Prague, Czech Republic
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Communications Made Visible!

    We are a creative and innovative full-service design team, equipped to provide smart, cost-effective solutions across all areas of visual communications...

    Location
    Belgrade, Serbia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Your Team, Your Terms.

    The Studio Bridge is an international creative studio based in Manchester, UK, with a production studio in Ortigas, Pasig, Philippines. We specialise in graphic design, packaging design, 2D/3D animation, post-production, and more...

    Location
    Pasig, Philippines
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • 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...

    Location
    Westport, Connecticut
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Brand Essentials Designer | branding | web design | fashion design | illustrations | books

    My name is Klaudia Grochowska-Pawłowicz. On the Internet you will meet me under the pseudonym Euflonica...

    Location
    Poznan, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr

Frequently Asked Questions About Packaging Design Companies

Do top packaging design agencies offer prototyping?

Yes. Top packaging design companies usually offer prototyping to test structure, materials, and visual design before mass production. This step prevents costly production errors and ensures the packaging works in real conditions.

Most agencies provide:

  • Structural prototypes to test size, durability, and product fit
  • Printed mockups to review colors, typography, and branding
  • Material samples such as cardboard, glass, plastic, or sustainable options
  • Production-ready samples that match the final manufacturing specs

Prototyping confirms that the packaging protects the product, looks correct on the shelf, and meets supplier requirements before full production begins.

How much do packaging design firms charge for their services?

Packaging design usually costs $5,000 to $100,000+, depending on complexity, number of products, and partner type. Simple packaging is on the low end. Regulated, luxury, or multi–Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) packaging is on the high end.

Typical ranges based on DesignRush data: 

  • Basic packaging: $5,000 to $20,000
  • Standard packaging systems: $20,000 to $100,000 
  • Complex or luxury packaging: $100,000 to $250,000+

Hourly rates:

  • Agencies: $100-$200 per hour
  • Freelancers: $25-$45 per hour

Costs increase with custom structures, compliance requirements, premium materials, and multiple SKUs. 

Are there any hidden fees?

Yes. Packaging design projects often have costs that don’t show up in the initial quote. These hidden fees usually come from real-world production realities, not creative work.

Common extra costs:

  • Print prepress and proofs: Preparing files for press and checking color accuracy
  • Material tests and samples: Checking substrates, coatings, finishes
  • Dieline engineering: Structural tweaks for fit and machinery
  • Compliance/legal labeling changes: Extra cost if new markets or rules apply
  • Revisions beyond contract scope: Extra charge if the brief wasn’t clear
  • Freight/storage for prototypes: Physical sample handling fees

These fees happen because packaging must work with production equipment, materials, and regulations. Always define the scope and ask for a production-ready cost estimate up front.

What is the timeline for completion?

A packaging design project usually takes 4 to 8 weeks for simple packaging and 2 to 4+ months for complex launches. Timeline depends on the number of SKUs, revisions, and production requirements.

Typical timeline ranges:

  • Simple project (one SKU): 4 to 8 weeks
  • Multiple SKUs or variants: 6 to 12 weeks
  • Complex or regulated packaging: 8 to 16+ weeks
  • Full product launch with prototypes: 3 to 4+ months

Time increases due to:

  • Design revisions and stakeholder approvals
  • Prototype creation and testing
  • Dieline and manufacturer approvals
  • Compliance and legal checks

Packaging is tied to manufacturing, so production steps often take longer than the design itself.

Do packaging design agencies collaborate with manufacturers?

Yes. Packaging design firms regularly collaborate with manufacturers to ensure packaging is produced correctly and efficiently. Their collaboration prevents production errors, delays, and costly reprints. 

Packaging design companies typically work with manufacturers to: 

  • Create and approve dielines that match production machines
  • Confirm materials and finishes will print and perform correctly
  • Review print proofs and color accuracy before mass production
  • Coordinate prototypes and production samples
  • Resolve technical constraints like folding, sealing, or labeling

This collaboration ensures the final packaging works in real manufacturing conditions, not just on screen.

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