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Author Packages is a small, dedicated team of designers and writers who have considerable experience in the design and indie-publishing spaces. We love that the indie-author scene is flourishing, free from the restraints of traditional publishing, but we also see the ongoing need for professional support and...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We started and continue to operate in the beautiful and historic town of Havre de Grace, Maryland. Glyph was established in 2012 by our Creative Director Don Starr, when he acquired two traditional letterpresses and more than 48 cases of metal type. We have grown quite a bit over the last few years, but we're...
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- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Havre de Grace, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000

Copa Design
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Creative agency focused on graphic design including logos, iconography, visual identity, marketing & advertising, packaging, and environmental design. Specializing in corporate, sports, real estate, and cannabis design...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Package Design
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- Location
- Santa Clara, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are the premier design agency with specialists who will create stunning on-brand websites to generate traffic and convert your visitors into paying clients...
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- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Staten Island, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We make small businesses stand out in the crowd. Always curious, we work with entrepreneurs and small business owners to discover, define and custom build a brand foundation and startup launch plan. Look, sound and feel like a big brand, even if its only you right now...
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- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Grande-Digue, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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
What is your company looking for? More work, more clients, more exposure and more business. Fotex offers top-notch online marketing solutions for every aspect of your company's operations. we provide expert website design, and development, social media management, custom software development, customized data...
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- SEO
- Web Development
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
As a full-service firm our clients rely on our capabilities of strategy, design and technology to create communications that define and differentiate themselves from their competitors...
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- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Norwalk, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Graphic Design Eye offers to save money up to 50% for our clients. It gets the best service in Graphic Design, Logo Design, Clipping Path, Photo Retouching, and many other services related to your requirements in this era of competition. Along with this, we're keen to show our expertise in all the sectors of...
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- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Branding
- Product Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Trimoon, a boutique agency striving to make all your digital needs effortless so you can focus on your bigger business goals...
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- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Chick my Resume is more than just creating a document with your work history and contact information. We understand that in today's competitive job market, having a standout resume can make all the difference. That's why our team of skilled professionals take the time to get to know you and your car...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Reputation Management
- HR Outsourcing
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Waterfall, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a creative design studio offering innovative web design and branding solutions for the businesses to look professional yet unforgettable. We think that only through continuous development can we produce digital solutions that will benefit our clients' businesses. Our team is working on the execution of...
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- Print Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The Daydream Academy is a place for original thinking and creative expression, supporting entrepreneurs who are making a positive difference in the world. Tell your unique story and celebrate your why with award-winning creativity to bring that warm fuzzy feeling to your customers and audience. We love...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Stroud, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $115/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
PolyWood Studios is a digital design agency offering bespoke solutions for small to medium-sized businesses. Our services include: Website Design & SEO, Logo Design & Branding, Blogs & Copywriting, Graphic Design & Illustration and Social Media Management...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- BIRMINGHAM, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Your upright, round-the-clock and full-service Creative Digital mate!Our capabilities encompass full Branding, Website Design & Development, Hybrid and Native Apps Creation, Graphic & Print Design, Video Editing, Social Media Marketing and Content Creation solutions...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Zouq El Kharab, Lebanon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
For more impact, enhanced shelf appeal or a fresh new look, contact Connor Kenyon Design. We provide all types of creative services to business - wherever your brand or message is seen...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Dotsan Ltd is a 3D product design agency that creates and delivers 3D files and images for marketing, 3D printing, manufacture and fabrication...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Product Design
- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We build user friendly, responsive websites to help businesses achieve their marketing and e-commerce goals...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We achieve our results through a multidisciplinary approach. Branding, corporate identity, packaging, product labelling, interior design, web design and product photography are some of the things we do best...
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- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Design Services
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- Location
- Zamora, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Simply Stated Solutions is a full-service web design and marketing company located in Ontario. Combining web development, video and graphic design, social media outreach, focused content creation, advanced analytics, and marketing consulting to deliver real returns on investment...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are a one stop digital agency, we specialise in web and graphics design, SEO, Digital Marketing and online campaigns. We also offer a host of other services such as business cards, customised and personalised t-shirt and hoodies, business stationary, social media management, sign making. No job is too big...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Advertising
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- Location
- Bradford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $48/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
PunktFormStrich is a multi-award-winning branding- and designstudio from Salzburg that specializes in well-founded and effective design concepts. Both digital and analog...
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- Print Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Salzburg, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Mad Mind Studios, based in Los Angeles, is your go-to for comprehensive branding, web design, and SEO solutions. From custom websites to logo and packaging design, animation, pitch decks, and both on-site and off-site SEO, we're dedicated to positioning your brand for success...
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- Web Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Culver City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Our goal isn't just to build your website. Our goal is to build your business. With over 5 years of extensive experience in designing websites from different platform is our pride. We treat & design our client's business website as our own...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Christchurch, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 22 Projects Listed

blueorange
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Award winning independent agency. We design bold identities that break the mold...
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- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Barletta, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000

Glasfurd & Walker
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Glasfurd & Walker - known for its award-winning work...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- British Columbia, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Moran Agency is a full-service digital agency based in Kimana, Kajiado South, Kenya, serving African organizations with branding, digital, and software solutions. Its services include web design and development, graphic design, brand identity, software development, SEO, and digital marketing...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Kimana, Kenya
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a global communication agency based in Limoges, with experience in communication in Paris in companies and in artistic communication companies on small and large scale projects...
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- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Print Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Limoges, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Washington Media Services, Inc. is a full service, woman owned public relations and branding agency...
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Olympia, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Providing our clients with highly creative, professional design that gets attention!...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Olympia, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
a graphic design company...
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- Design Services
- Branding
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Baku, Azerbaijan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Nice people. Quality work. Sensible budgets...
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- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Luton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a studio specializing in the design of visual identity projects located in the city of Nova Iguaçu, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil...
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- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Nova Iguaçu, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Belong Creative stands out as a premier branding agency in Sydney, committed to fostering a profound sense of belonging for brands, designs, and content. Through our innovative approach, we strive to create a cohesive identity that resonates authentically with the audience, establishing a lasting connection...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Video Production
- Web Design
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Within three phases we help your brand become what it should be.Distinctive, consistent, recognizable, and relevant. Let's get to it...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Amersfoort, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We deal with creative things that help your business present itself on the Internet in the best possible way. We like to write, draw, take photos, invent, talk, sing, record... and we win...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Print Design
- Location
- Novi Sad, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Elena Anagnostelous firm is based in Athens, Greece and offers a variety of exquisite services such global brand positioning, branding and corporate identity creation, packaging, website design, digital and print design...
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- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Oak Nation is a brand consultancy for established businesses whose brand has not kept pace. We help with positioning, messaging, identity, websites and sales materials. Most engagements start with a Brand Review. Oak Nation LLC is a Colorado company with a strategy and design team in Nairobi...
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- Print Design
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
13Creative Studio provides Graphic Designing & Web Designing Services in Delhi NCR for startups and small businesses, our services include Creative Packaging Design in Delhi, Brochure Designing in Delhi, Logo Design Services in Delhi, and Website Designing Services in Delhi...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Print Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
BAdesign is a kickass creative firm that focuses on developing gorgeous graphic design projects and providing the greatest service that is currently available. Since its inception in 2010, the company has contributed to a vast array of projects...
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- Print Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Cluj-Napoca, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Triump corporate branding strategy and design consultancy provides comprehensive corporate branding, identity, and marketing solutions for all industries...
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- Branding
- Product Design
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Islamabad, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
An App & SEO Agency located in Portsmouth, Hampshire. UK. Providing professional and affordable website design & branding services. We will continue to work on keeping a connection with our clients as much as possible, creating a more approachable & engaging local web agency...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Portsmouth, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
BMD is a multidisciplinary brand and design studio...
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- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Isabelle Snyder is a graphic designer from Minneapolis, MN, specializing in branding and identity, book design, and packaging. Known for a love of puns and creating bold, colorful designs...
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- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $36/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Supercharging brands through creative design and strategy...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Leeds, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Michael Carpenter Design LLC is a graphic design agency offering branding, identity, and creative collateral services. Led by designer Michael Carpenter, the company helps clients build visually distinctive brands through thoughtful design and storytelling...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Earthryse is a communications firm based out of Columbus, Ohio. We help with everything from investor pitch-decks to customer brochures. Primarily focused on the tech industry...
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- Print Design
- Public Relations
- Content Marketing
- Design Services
- PPC
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- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Studio Otherness focuses on upholding cultural integrity and remaining attuned to your context, time, and place. We create with brands that embrace the present, understand the past, and want to build our future...
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- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At Unifold, we are helping founders and entrepreneurs align their brand values to their brand identity. Our goal is to design an impactful brand identity that will elevate your brand's presence...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Vadodara, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed

Mirage
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Mirage is an independently owned strategy, design and communications agency based in Berlin and Amsterdam. We create brand experiences that cut through the noise and meaningfully participate in peoples lives...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
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Print Design Agency FAQs
What is a print design agency?
A print design agency is an agency that crafts visual materials specifically designed for physical printing. Its work focuses on amplifying a brand identity by designing the client’s end products that will be printed. These agencies often operate as a one-stop shop for all print design needs, from initial concept development to final output delivery.
Print design is often confused with printing itself, as clients usually expect these two services to go hand in hand. Although some print design agencies offer both customarily, this is not always the case, as the printing process is another discipline altogether.
How does a print design agency help brands with physical brand assets?
A print design agency helps brands with physical brand assets by handling all creative and technical aspects pertaining to the printing. Its process typically commences with defining a concept that corresponds with the brand’s philosophy, objective, and target audience.
Guided by the concept, the team then prepares high-quality visuals, including illustrations, typography, and photography integration, to bring the idea to fruition. Once the visuals are approved, it handles the technical aspects of preparing the design files for printing and making sure they meet printing requirements.
Which businesses see the most value from professional print design?
Businesses that rely heavily on a physical presence and tangible materials to connect with their audience see the most value from professional print design. This includes entities across retail, real estate, and hospitality, which use items like branded packaging, signage, and brochures.
Additionally, businesses that produce custom apparel, such as t-shirts and hoodies, or specialize in personalized products like photo books and invitations, also benefit immensely from high-quality print design to differentiate their offerings and capture attention.
What are the top-rated print design agencies on DesignRush in 2025?
The top-rated print design agencies on DesignRush in 2025 are:
What core and specialized services do print design companies provide?
Print design companies create meticulous designs for brand collaterals, such as:
- Business cards
- Book covers
- Magazines
- Brochures and flyers
- Banners, signage and stationery
- Posters and billboards
How much do print design services cost in 2025?
The cost of print design services in 2025 is highly variable, with a wide range of pricing models and factors influencing the final investment. While a general range of $100 to $150 per hour is a common starting point for many businesses, this figure can vary depending on the project's complexity, type of print design, and the location of the agency.
To get a more accurate estimate, here is a cost breakdown for different type of collaterals:
- Business cards: $50-$2,500 average
- Book covers: $150-$500 per book cover
- Brochures and flyers: $2,500-$10,000
- Banners and signage: $600-$800
- Posters: $150-$250 per hour
- Billboards: $150-$500 per hour
How long does it typically take to receive initial concepts or drafts from a print design agency?
The typical timeline for receiving initial concepts or drafts from a print design agency varies, but it's directly tied to the project's scope and the agency's workload.
For a simple project like a business card or flyer, you might see initial drafts within a few days to a week. However, for larger projects like packaging or a full branding suite, this phase can take two to three weeks, as it requires more in-depth research and strategic development.
What should you look for when hiring a print design agency?
When hiring a print design agency, begin by thoroughly reviewing their portfolio to see if their aesthetic and expertise align with your brand's vision, while paying attention to the variety and quality of their past work. Beyond the visuals, ask for client testimonials or case studies to gauge their communication skills and reliability. You should also confirm that they have specific experience with the type of physical assets you need, like packaging or signage.
What red flags should you watch out for when choosing a print design partner?
When selecting a print design partner, be wary of red flags like a lack of a professional portfolio or negative client testimonials. Avoid agencies that are unresponsive, communicate poorly, or make unrealistic promises about turnaround times or pricing. Additionally, it's a major red flag if they don't seem knowledgeable about the technical aspects of printing, as this can lead to costly errors and a subpar final product.
What questions should you ask a print design agency before signing a contract?
Before signing a contract with a print design agency, here are some key questions you should ask to ensure the candidate is a good fit for your project:
- What designs have you worked on in the same industry as ours?
- How would you define your team’s art style?
- What is your timeline for a print design project from conceptualization to final presentation?
- What services are included in your pricing?
- Will you designate a team for our project, or will an individual designer handle it?
- Are the designs original or based on stock art or templates?
- Who will be our point of contact on your team?
- How many rounds of revisions are included in your fees?
- What is your approval process for the final design?
- Can you connect me with trusted suppliers if you don’t provide in-house printing services?
How does working with a print design agency differ from DIY tools or freelancers?
A print design agency typically handles prepress checks, color calibration, and communicates directly with printers, so you’re less likely to waste money on reprints or mismatched colors. Freelancers may produce strong designs but often leave you to manage print vendors yourself, while DIY tools often rely on pre-designed templates, which can result in a lack of originality and make your brand look generic.
If your project involves large runs, specialty finishes (like foil or embossing), or brand consistency across many assets, an agency saves you costly trial-and-error, whereas freelancers or DIY work better for simple, one-off materials.
Which design tools, production techniques, and vendor networks do top print agencies use?
Top print agencies rely on the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, using Illustrator for vector logos, InDesign for multi-page layouts like brochures, and Photoshop for image editing. For production, they often choose between digital printing for quick, low-volume runs and offset printing for superior quality on large orders.
These agencies also have a network of trusted printers and vendors, which allows them to recommend specialized techniques like embossing, letterpress, or die-cutting and manage the entire production process to guarantee a high-quality final product.
How legitimate is the content in the FAQs?
We’re committed to providing practical and accurate information to both businesses and agencies, so we turned to Courtney Bozigian, brand director at Digital Silk, a leading web design agency. She shared insights on designing for print and what it takes to balance creativity with brand consistency.
As a branding expert, Bozigian has overseen creative initiatives of many distinguished entities. Her portfolio lists Marvel, Monopoly, Spiderman TV, and Playskool as some of the names she has worked with. At Digital Silk, she directed high-profile branding and digital marketing initiatives and helped companies sharpen their brand identity through captivating storytelling and design.












































