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At EAD®, we go beyond designwe build brands. With six years of experience working with visionaries and industry leaders, we blend creativity with business strategy to craft impactful identities. Our expertise spans logo design, web development, and everything in between, powered by top-tier software and...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Springs, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Welcome to 1903 Design Studio, where creativity and innovation converge to shape meaningful brand experiences. Founded by Michela and Junior, the studio unites two designers with distinct perspectives, combining their strengths to serve small businesses and emerging entrepreneurs...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Daniel Duva Design is more than just a studio its a family-driven collaboration shaped by my creative vision and the support of those closest to me. Through art, photography, illustration, and specialty branding, I aim to create lasting impact by working with others to turn ideas into meaningful visual...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We at Damson Design Agency are passionate about graphic design and how it can better our clients' businesses. We always provide the best solutions for you through our experience in the field and our ethos of reliability and trust...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Fermoy, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
Branding and web design agency from Iași, Romania...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Iași, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
+30 years shaping corporate visual identities from my studio in Barcelona, I blend timeless design principles with today's tools, including AI, while keeping every decision unmistakably human. Technology should amplify a brand's voice and story, never replace the judgment & taste of human designer...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We here at Popup provide the finest solution for your businesses in Qatar including business management, business consultancy, IT Services, Event Management Services, Print Production Services & Food & beverage services...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Print Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Doha, Qatar
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Daria Sorokina is a UI/UX designer who specializes in creating websites, landing pages, mobile apps, and other digital products. Her designs prioritize the end user, while collaborating with clients to effectively convey their key messages on the page...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Print Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Valencia, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We work with market leaders and stay with them, building long-term partnerships that give your teams the space to thrive, using our unique processes that have been created for busy teams working in scientific & technical industries. Rely on a framework thats built for consistent success...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Gateshead, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Welcome to NikNan Design! My name is Nikki Nandrasy, and I'm the owner and only person behind the brand. Do you believe that we can all do our part to make the world a little happier? In that case welcome to mine!...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Keita Takemura is a Design Director and Designer based in London. His work includes creating brand identities, books, magazines, and websites for cultural institutions, publishers, and corporations. His achievements have been recognized by Communication Arts and Creative Review...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Reform Creative is a boutique design studio based in Edmonton, Alberta, specializing in graphic design, hand lettering, and photography. Founded in 2019, the studio offers custom hand-lettered products such as decals, apparel, and tote bags, and is open to personalized commissions...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Serkan Hursgunel is a senior brand and product designer, as well as a Framer expert, based in Atlanta with over 15 years of experience. He helps global clients turn ideas into bold, intuitive, and visually compelling digital experiences...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Social Sage Media is the partner you need for your social media management, content creation, web design and management needs. We help businesses establish their brand presence and engage with their audience on the most popular social platforms. With nearly 20 years of experience, we have a deep understanding...
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- North Port, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Brands. Outspoken or understated. Shiny or sensitive. Studious or courageous. In your face or behind the scenes. Complex or situational. Timeless or timely. Stretchy or pointed. Sweet or serious. We love them...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We strive to provide our clients with effective creative and digital solutions tailored to help them reach their target audiences and achieve their business marketing goals...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Flava Design Singapore is a multidisciplinary creative agency specialising in branding, digital design, web development, and marketing...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Print Design
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are Studio Stein, we generate value and create brand experiences aiming at the organization's goals. Branding Studio, Social Media, Website Programming, and Marketing Strategy in Brazil...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Chapecó, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $12/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bringing over two decades of experience, we established our own studio in 2003. We deeply value handcrafted graphic art, such as sign painting and letterpress. Matt cherishes childhood memories of watching his father practice graphic design by hand, and we strive to maintain that artistic and artisanal...
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- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Laick Design is a design company founded by Alan Laick with over 20 years of experience. Based out in Fairchance, Pennsylvania, United States...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Advertising
- Print Design
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Welcome to Stelma, where creativity and strategy unite to create brand relevance and resonance.A creative consultant agency based in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. With a focus on brand identity, creative direction and digital design...
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- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- South Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Alner Creative Studio, we're a small team with a deep passion for the work we do each day. Since starting our journey in 2007, we've been driven by a mission to bring change and deliver high-quality marketing services. Our commitment to hard work and innovation remains our greatest strength...
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- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Lushnjë, Albania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a creative graphic design studio based in Prague, Czech Republic. We concentrate on graphic and marketing services for small and medium-sized companies...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Advertising
- Package Design
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- Location
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We provide a wide range of services, including branding, graphic design, web design, digital marketing, social media management, and content creation. Our goal is to help your business stand out and achieve its marketing objectives through creative and strategic solutions...
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- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Print Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Tera Kreatif is a digital agency that has been providing web design, e-commerce solutions, SEO consulting, and Google Ads management services since 2016. Our Istanbul-based team helps brands grow digitally with modern designs and SEO-focused websites...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Print Design
- PPC
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Sultanbeyli, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We specialize in shaping impactful brand identities, building captivating websites through design and development, and providing reliable design support to meet all your requirements...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Bangkok, Thailand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Olympia Sassalou is a graphic designer who specializes in logo and brand design. She started her career in 2020, creating stationery and advertising materials for local clients in Athens...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed

Rawcut
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Rawcut is a creative studio working across Graphic and Digital Design, Software Development, and Photography/Video Production...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Matthew Welsford is a driven Designer and Marketer with a diverse skill set, encompassing marketing strategy, brand identity, and web development...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Product Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Chelmsford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Studio 360, we excel in crafting and executing marketing strategies that drive sustainable growth for small and medium-sized businesses. Our comprehensive range of services includes website development, social media management, video production and more!...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Carignan, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! Welcome to Create The Brand, we are an on- & offline branding company...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Almere, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Studio Flowmo is a boutique creative studio crafting contemporary, considered design for modern brands. Blending strategy with soul, we help businesses find their flow from branding and visual identity to web design and social storytelling. Our approach is calm, collaborative, and deeply intentional because...
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- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
JAW Dropping Designs is a Design, Website, and Digital Business Consulting agency creating a unique, well-branded digital presence for existing and new startup companies...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Chandler, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With 14 years of brand design under my belt, I work with and guide business owners through the process of creating a visual identity that makes their brand values sing...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Gosport, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Rooney Media is a design and print consultancy, based in Dublin, Ireland. We help clients grow their business by transforming ideas into products and identifying emerging market opportunities. With nearly 30 years in business and an impressive list of clients based locally and overseas, we seldom advertise in...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Dolphinweb is a leading web design agency located in Sydney, Australia. We specialize in delivering tailored digital solutions that elevate brands and enhance user experiences. Our team combines creativity and technology to build visually stunning, intuitive websites that drive engagement and growth...
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- Web Design
- Product Design
- Print Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
ZivZo Marketing Group is a Full-Service agency servicing for-profit and non-profit orgainzations natuionally. Your organizations gain immense advantages through ZivZo's unwavering dedication to creativity, strategic insight, and client triumphs, evidenced by its widespread client base nationwide...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
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- Location
- Potomac, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Bucketduck is a small-but-mighty company specializing in visual strategy, identities, graphic design design, and websites. We're based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $115/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Metamorphosys is an expanding full-service Creative & Digital Agency that brings together expertise in strategy, marketing, design, and people engagement. With a strong foothold in emerging markets, the agency excels at delivering comprehensive solutions across these domains...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Tangerang, Indonesia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Working with clients to create a natural aesthetic and integrated technologies for web and print communications since 2016...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Brandiful Studio is an independent branding and design studio creating distinctive brands, visual identities and digital experiences for businesses worldwide. Based in Italy, we combine strategy, creativity and design to build brands with personality, clarity and lasting impact...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Viterbo, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Moon Rabbit Strategy is a branding-first creative agency, dedicated to building robust brands and delivering creative marketing solutions that inspire lasting change. We love working with people who are equally driven to create a positive impact in the community...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Whitby, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bizango is a Seattle web design, branding, and SEO agency. We build impactful custom websites, craft brand identities that resonate, and run SEO and AI optimization that helps businesses get found and win new customers...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Welcome to Trionix IT, your one-stop destination for comprehensive digital solutions. At Trionix IT, we specialize in a diverse range of services to meet all your digital needs. Whether you're looking to establish a strong online presence or enhance your business operations, we've got you covered...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Bankstown, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a full-service design agency that helps companies with new or established brands create strategic marketing and digital assets...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Vancouver, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
RICE DEAN GRAPHICS specializes in professional graphic design of web, print, and display media in a wide variety of formats including: custom logos, website development, marketing collateral, exhibit graphics, annual reports, catalogs, newsletters, manuals, and much more...
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- Logo Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Morristown, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are an Australian based Graphic Design Subscription offering monthly flat rate access to your own designer daily...
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- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Surry Hills, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Founded in 2004 by Horacio Lardiés in Argentine Patagonia and globally driven by LucianaCartolano, h3lTM has solidified its position as a multicultural branding agency that transcendsconventions, combining conceptualism and innovation. Code, structure, and dimension. With overtwo decades of experience...
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- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Fortitude Creative is a Charlotte-based branding and marketing agency specializing in home service businesses, helping them grow through strategic design, SEO, and digital marketing. With over 20 years of experience, the agency delivers integrated solutionsfrom branding and print to PPC and videothat boost...
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- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Print Design
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Kreativni i funkcionalni web dizajn - Kombinovanjem kreativnosti i funkcionalnosti, naš web dizajn obezbeđuje da web sajt izgleda baš onako kako želiš a karakteriše ga i dobar UX, što na kraju dovodi i do bolje konverzije...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Kraljevo, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project 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.
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.
















































