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We're a collective of restless souls, fueling our passion with caffeinated creativity. Our designs are like adrenaline shots, injecting life and vitality into brands that dare to stand out. We don't just follow trends; we set them ablaze with our fiery vision...
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- Graphic Design
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- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Leviosa Design was born from passion for printed and digital design. I care about companies, stories, people, ideas becoming inspiration and in every project I tackle I always put creativity, originality, inspiration, care and dedication. I can follow you from the creation of the logo, through the brand...
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- Print Design
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- Location
- Savigliano, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Eyetooth Design is an award-winning graphic & web design studio based in Brighton & Hove, working with clients across the UK and worldwide. I create distinctive, beautifully crafted branding, logo design, graphic design, illustration and bespoke websites for businesses, organisations and projects...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Brighton UK, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
K Graphic Design is a Freelance Designer offering website design, logo design, and branding. Our clients span throughout Western Canada and into the US...
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- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Fort St. John, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Get Noticed is a creative branding studio crafting logo, packaging, brochure, and identity designs that command attention. With 20+ years of experience, we help global brands stand out, connect deeper, and grow with visual power...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Chennai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Before entrusting me with any task, you have a right to know who I am.So, I'm Mauro Ghezzo and I live in Olbia, a city that I adore but from which I move often and willingly... pandemics permitting...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Olbia, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed

3TA Design
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.3TA Design is a boutique creative studio bringing structural order, European poise, and deep architectural discipline to the digital landscape. We specialize in high-end visual identity systems, bespoke web design, broadcast motion graphics, and 3D spatial environments for global brands and enterpri...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Campos, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Bird Comunicação is a strategic communication agency that partners with global brands to shape positioning, craft creative strategies, and drive meaningful growth...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- Design Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Petrópolis, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We work with you to reveal your brands distinct identity and craft a branding strategy that aligns with your vision and core values. At Rendom Designs, we offer a wide range of creative services tailored to your needs...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Lakewood, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
A creative digital agency founded in 2009, headquarered in Scottsdale, Arizona specializing in web design, branding, digital marketing and more. We offer a comprehensive suite of services including e-commerce, SEO, SMM, SEM, UI/UX design and custom software development...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Queen Creek, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Primer Grey is a full-service branding agency with a history of developing brand and web experiences for the public, private, and non-profit arenas across a consciously-mixed set of industries...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Marco Crisari is a freelance graphic designer operating as a design studio specialising in print work for charities, healthcare and pharma. Also do music industry work for young and/or small upcoming artists...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Build a bold, cohesive brand identity with Aurum Creative a design studio specializing in logos, branding, and web design for modern entrepreneurs and startups...
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- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
My name is Lucia Barbaresso, and I have been a graphic designer for several decades.Passionate about design, my creativity and diverse expertise allow me to offer professional graphic design services varied and customized to your needs...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
A creative studio building brands, crafting beautiful print and shaping inspiring digital experiences. We work collaboratively, focusing on building lasting relationships that allow us to create meaningful design that resonates with your audience and delivers real impact. Our passion combined with the...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Complete design services and web solutions for companies and freelancers. Reasonable prices and personal approach to clients. Rated 5 stars on Google reviews. Based in Prague, Czechia. Fluent English speaking...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Connie Hwang Design prioritizes creative excellence with both sensitivity and value. The studio combines a practical yet intuitive design approach, emphasizing craftsmanship and a drive for innovation. Continuously evolving, the studio aims to develop a strategic communication platform founded on vision and...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Hasan Kozoglu, I'm a freelance designer based in Antalya, Turkey...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Antalya, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bekarty are skilled artisans in graphic design, specializing in creating books, catalogs, albums, and magazines. Founded by the two experienced graphic designer Krzysztof Ignasiak and Marcin Matuszak...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Poznan, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Tipogris Books and Brands takes care of typography, writing, and good design. For high-quality books and publications. For brands with values. For strong identities. For cultural institutions and industrial corporations...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Location
- Neuss, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We focus on creating products that enhance your creative well-being while positively impacting the environment...
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- Print Design
- Package Design
- Location
- Medellín, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Manuel Radde, born in Berlin in 1979, is an independent graphic designer based in Vienna since 2007, working on projects across the arts, culture, and related fields...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Tiffany Wong is an art director and freelance graphic designer based in Jakarta. She specializes in print and book design, exploring the potential of physical materials and the book as a tactile, expressive object...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Jakarta, Indonesia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Vladislav Burakov is a designer working across branding and identity, with a strong interest in poster and book cover design. Although posters and covers are his favorite genres, he is actively pursuing a deeper experience in branding...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Location
- Moscow, Russia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Welcome to Maria K. Studios! My name is Maria and I'm the person behind the studio. I'm based in Tennessee, and my primary focus is brand design, custom lettering, and digital illustration...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Jackson, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Helping women-led brands who are ready to flourish fall in love with their business + book dream clients with elegant design...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Madison, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
WE BELIEVE in these 18 things: Brand Building, People, Concepts, Story-telling, Listening, Relationships, Strategy, Problem Solving, Going Deeper, Constructive Criticism, Politeness, Social Change, Accountability, Karma, Designing for a Sustainable Future, UFOs, Having Fun and that Design is a...
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- Branding
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- Advertising
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed

Hurtikonn
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Hey there! My name is Mattéo Tabutieaux, I am a young French student in the field of graphic arts, and the person behind Hurtikonn since 2019...
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- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Hayange, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
I help brands and businesses to have a competitive image and communication, getting the best out of them, building loyalty with their audience and attracting new ones. From Bilbao to the rest of the world...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Bilbao, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Albena Design creates visual content to communicate messages and solve problems, it offers a range of services, including branding, logo design, advertising, book design, prepress, and website design with the goal to help businesses establish a strong visual identity and effectively reach their target...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Heraldess is a bespoke branding and design house dedicated to building enduring brands through a strategic approach to creative exploration. Our mission is to craft stories that are told boldly, beautifully, and with purpose...
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- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Summerville, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Prime Direct Publishing is a trusted Amazon KDP book publishing agency offering ghostwriting, editing, formatting, and marketing services to turn manuscripts into market-ready bestsellers...
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- Digital Services
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
2Soft AR 3D Modeling Services bring your ideas to life with stunning, immersive, and interactive 3D models tailored for augmented reality applications. We specialize in creating high-quality, photorealistic 3D models that enhance user experiences and transform how you engage with your audience...
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- Product Design
- Print Design
- Design Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Ankara, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Indiegogh Creative is an award-winning, woman-owned branding and packaging design agency that empowers female-founded and female-forward brands to launch, scale, and pivot smartly. We work directly with entrepreneurs and founding teams to develop brand strategy, visual identity systems, CPG packaging design...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Design Services
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Creates international and professional images for local brands, and also provides localization solutions to international brands that enter the China market...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Shanghai, China
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Frakas is a communication design studio and graphic design gallery, founded in 2010 by Loredana Bontempi and Emanuele Bonetti. Each project is approached as an opportunity to craft unique, contemporary solutions that reflect our clients' values. Combining research, technology, and creativity, we deliver brand...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Milan, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
At Boltwood Digital, we offer the versatility to meet your website development needs in various ways. We are more than willing to undertake the task of designing your website from the ground up, meticulously curating each element to ensure a flawless representation of your brand. Furthermore, we are adept at...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Puddletown, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Hi, I'm Art a passionate full-stack design strategist and AI enthusiast. I focus on crafting unique digital identities that elevate your brand...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Kelowna, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Vicarel Studios is an artful branding and design studio based in Denver, Colorado. We provide bespoke creative services spanning brand identity and packaging design, illustration, murals, lettering, typeface design, and creative retainer partnerships. Strategy first, executed with craft...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Hey there! My name is Isabella Akhtarshenas, and I'm the person behind Akhtarshenas Studios. I am a versatile graphic designer and multidisciplinary artist...
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- Print Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Formal Settings is a type and graphic design studio based in Berlin and Copenhagen, founded in 2014 by Amanda-Li Kollberg and Siri Lee Lindskrog, known for its deep commitment to the field...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Location
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bokehverse emerges as a pioneering Architectural Visualization & Creative Studio based in Madrid. At Bokehverse, our ethos revolves around crafting captivating visual narratives, characterized by meticulous attention to detail...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Ferrgood Studio, we focus on creating enduring brands for purpose-driven businesses. Our design solutions, recognized with award nominations, seamlessly blend strategy and aesthetics to help your brand stand out and engage with the right audience...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Moises Mendoza is a graphic designer creating thoughtful, strategic visual solutions across branding, digital, and visual identity...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed

Helen Reveur
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Olena's work is driven by a passion for crafting beauty through simplicity and emotional resonance. Every illustration she creates is more than an imageit tells a unique story inspired by life, nature, and art. With a minimalist approach, she distills each idea to its essence, ensuring that every project...
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- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Location
- Helsinki, Finland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Yuanyuan Su is a Design Director with a decade of experience crafting brand identities, visual systems, and multi-channel campaigns. Her work is driven by clarity, strategic narrative, and purposeful collaboration...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Based in Paris, Studio Garella operates in the field of graphic design and art direction. Its expertise spans the creation of visual identities, logos, editorial design, photography, video, motion design, and 3D. Blending visual arts and graphic design, the studios projects combine these disciplines to...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
International Magic is a multidisciplinary creative studio that develops brand identities, cultural strategies, digital platforms, and immersive experiences for global brands, institutions, and artists. The studio combines research, systems thinking, and creative direction to build meaningful narratives and...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Welcome to Shine Graphic Design! We are a small creative graphic design studio owned by Sharon Bulmer and based in Wellington New Zealand. We specialise in Graphic Design, Company Branding and Web Design...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Location
- Wellington, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are Yay Brigade, a Los Angeles-based design studio passionate about creating and building websites as well as working on print projects...
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- Print Design
- Web Design
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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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.














































