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We create fresh and unique brands, with a great style and visual impact. We love to collaborate with clients from all around the world. So, if you're eager to inject your brand with Cobra Studio's creative flair, let's work together!...
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- Branding
- Package Design
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- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 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
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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
A dedicated practice with a focus on web, branding, and experience. Action is a multi-disciplinary design studio focused on solving creative problems, cultivating togetherness, and engaging audiences with accessible and unique designs to pursue creating relationships and brand dialogue. Our goal is to...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Newburgh, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Marbury is a boutique branding agency that provides a comprehensive suite of services to facilitate the evolution, growth, and embodiment of your brand across both online and offline platforms...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Tucson, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 5 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
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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
As a creative brand identity agency in Montreal, we're your partner in crafting unforgettable brands. We design a wide range of creative assets from logos and websites that convert to visuals that pop all tailored to make your business stand out. We use the latest design trends and techniques to ensure your...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Dazed Media is an independent creative media company that blends editorial storytelling, digital publishing, creative strategy, and branded content to help global brands connect with culture-driven audiences through innovative campaigns and multimedia experiences...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
GAZE is a Brisbane-based design studio that works with small businesses to create bold brands and packaging that pops. Because your brand is meant to be seen...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Hamilton, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Kymera Media Ltd is a multi-BAFTA winning creative agency renowned for its expertise in animation and film. Our array of services is tailored to help you effectively connect with your audience, enhance conversions, elevate brand awareness, and convey your narrative with compelling storytelling techniques...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Wing, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Product Pixel Design and Branding has been creating unique and effective business branding, and advertising design for over 20 years...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
BRANDING IS WHAT WE DO specializes in making brands shine through captivating graphic design, cost-effective printing and high-converting websites. As a locally-owned and operated company, our primary goal is to offer top-notch design and printing solutions at competitive prices...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Creative one-stop-shop enriching businesses, adding focus and brand value...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Here at Elegant Image Studios (EIS), we believe that your website is an essential component of marketing your company or practice in today's business environment. EIS located in Atlanta, GA can design and develop a captivating, eye-catching website that will take your business to the next level...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Winder, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Laurelow builds creative and strategic brands to move hospitality forward, because forward thinking turns spaces into experiences...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Detroit, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Parallax Creative Web Design offers meticulously crafted, modern websites tailored to each client's unique requirements. These websites prioritize a clean, contemporary aesthetic and swift loading times, boosting user engagement through interactive features and helping businesses attract more traffic to...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Gold Coast, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Whip Creative Studio stands as a boutique creative agency that serves as a strategic and creative partner throughout every phase of our clients' projects. Embracing a comprehensive strategy, we fuse innovative frameworks and cutting-edge design, believing in design as an immersive journey to enable impactful...
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- Design Services
- Web Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Hoot and a Half is a creative design studio blending digital expertise with a deep understanding of people. We craft stunning, functional designs tailored to your brand. From B2B to B2C, we've helped brands create impactful ads, websites, and long-form content. Our mission is to drive results...
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- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Email Marketing
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Redmond, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We build authentic brands that transmit values and emotions. We specialize in creating unique and engaging expressions to evidence the essence of the brand. Focusing on excellence, we generate memorable experiences and transform results. For every great story, an irresistible brand...
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- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Porto Alegre, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
The activators of your digital communication. Sympozium your web agency in Bordeaux, brings together all the expertise you need to create your website, mobile app or other communication media...
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- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Bordeaux, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are not the typical design studio but are known for offering innovative branding experiences. ROJO Estudio Creativo is the place where brands find their creative spark and designs are born...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
DeadSky Studio focuses on creating cohesive and immersive brand experiences across various touchpoints from digital platforms and marketing materials to physical spaces and events. Their creative process includes brand discovery, positioning, visual and verbal identity, and brand maintenance, ensuring every...
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- Print Design
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- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
As a graphic designer, webdesigner and musician, I'm totally committed to each project.Listen - create - support: three words that describe my philosophy since 2005, the year pixandnet was founded...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Lausanne, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed

Metamorphozze
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.My name is Carolina Zeferino, and Im the founder of Metamorphozze. As a designer focused on visual identity, I started my journey in the visual arts and discovered in design a way to turn brands into genuine and impactful visual experiences...
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- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Campinas, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
With 18 years of industry experience, I specialize in print and packaging design, creating thoughtful, creative solutions that combine strong visual impact with practical functionality...
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- Location
- Much Hoole, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A full-service brand, creative, and digital studio for the companies shaping the future of sport...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We bring your vision to fruition. We are driven by your success and understand the transformative power of a brand that authentically represents who you are and what your organization brings to the table. As your dedicated creative partner, our mission is to breathe life into that vision...
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- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Pasadena, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
White Ink Creative is a boutique luxury branding and Showit website studio based in Australia, working with clients across the US, Canada, and beyond. Founded by Ashleigh Luhr a designer with 12+ years of agency and entrepreneurial experience the studio creates refined, strategy-led brand identities and...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Newcastle, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Sinister Concept is a boutique creative agency for founders and brands that live outside the mainstream. We deliver brand identity, event production, web services, marketing, and product launch strategy with the personal attention most agencies reserve for their largest clients. Fluent in commerce, culture...
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- Web Development
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Suite Three Studio is a leading full-service marketing agency focused on unique branding. Our team is dedicated to helping businesses grow and thrive through innovative, customized strategies that deliver real results...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $145/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
The Raff Creative is a boutique agency dedicated to empowering innovative solopreneurs with big ideas. They transform "lightbulb moments" into striking brands with thriving businesses behind them...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Bournemouth, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Creatively adorned mark maker, typographer, designer, and educator; working to propel an organizations brand presence in a variety of creative and innovative ways...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Spokane, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
1804 is more than a bureau. It's a curator of possibility.Where business meets art. Where strategy meets instinct.Where products and experiences are crafted not just to sell but to stay...
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- Print Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project 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
Oath + Stone is a bespoke graphic design studio based in Australia. We partner with small and medium sized businesses, and people who are excited to create something seriously great. We like to change minds, challenge perceptions, and put a spin on traditions...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Sippy Downs, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000

Hovie
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Design Hovie Studios provides graphic design and brand consulting services to a wide range of entrepreneurs and businesses in the Northwest USA and throughout the world...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Livingston, Montana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
ikon is a boutique branding agency dedicated to creating bespoke, creative, and expert teams for exceptional businesses. With a personal approach and a reputation for excellence, we specialize in clarifying messages with simplicity and elegance...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000

Crate47
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Crate47 is a boutique design agency offering strategically creative solutions in brand design, web design, digital marketing & content creation...
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- Branding
- Video Production
- Advertising
- Digital Services
- Web Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Merkley Marketing Group is a boutique advertising agency based in Broomfield, Colorado, serving clients in Colorado, Florida, and nationwide. We create bold, branded marketing solutions strategically built to perform. From standout campaigns to polished digital experiences, we help local, regional,...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Broomfield, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
KLDS is a boutique brand and creative studio based in Toronto, working with clients in the hospitality, fashion, luxury, beauty and culture. KLDS helps brands enhance perception, build trust, and grow through distinctive design that performs...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed

Coolgrey
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.We're a branding agency that prides itself on service and inter-personal long term relationships with our clients for a cohesive ongoing design service across print/digital and physical applications...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Cork, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed

Graceful Studio
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.At Graceful Studio, we craft purposeful design that tells a story. We combine strategy and creativity to help brands grow, communicate clearly, and leave a lasting impact. Every project, big or small, is approached with care, honesty, and intention, creating visuals and experiences that truly matter...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Aveiro, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
DelloFlix, LLC is a marketing, advertising, media, and entertainment agency offering expert services in branding, digital marketing, social media management, web design, video production, and advertising. We deliver innovative, results-driven solutions for businesses and high-profile clients...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Affiliate Marketing
- Business Consulting
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Laurel, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Full-service creative agency in Bucharest, working with clients across Europe and the US since 2014. One senior team takes brand, web, video and campaigns from strategy to launch, on a fixed fee agreed after discovery. Our two founders read every brief. If we sign it, we own it...
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Noggin Creative is a strategic design studio based in the UK specialising in hospitality, leisure and tourism. We help busy marketing teams with branding, campaigns, menus, signage, digital content and multi-site rollouts, working as a flexible extension of your team...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Northampton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
12&28 Creative Studio is a boutique, heart-driven agency in Chicago, specializing in branding, website design, and graphic design. We are dedicated to crafting personalized and impactful visual solutions that resonate with our clients' unique stories and aspirations...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Webzang is a person-centred, ethical web design agency creating awesome websites, digital strategy, SEO, apps & integrations, logo and branding and Pay As You Go Web Support hours. We have up-front transparent pricing, no contracts and help you create brilliant websites and train you how to update and manage...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Frome, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
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
Walder Studio, is a women-owned graphic design firm based in Cleveland, Ohio, and Austin, Texas. We offer graphic design, branding, web design and development, signage and wayfinding design, and more to create engaging solutions for our clients...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- WordPress Website Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
A Toronto-based studio with a focus on meaningful work. Everything we aim to do will be about you, your goals , your vision, and bringing them to life in ways that matter...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Shay Smith Designs helps small businesses and entrepreneurs bring their creative visions to life through bold branding, strategic design, and engaging visuals...
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- Design Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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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.
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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.










































