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LADO9 is a comprehensive creative agency providing a diverse array of services, including strategic planning, content creation, graphic design, media production, advertising, and digital marketing. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients...
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- Graphic Design
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- Barueri, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 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
At the core, DKNG is a comprehensive graphic design and illustration atelier, predominantly catering to the realm of entertainment...
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- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 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
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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
From websites and ecommerce platforms to digital systems and growth, we create the technology and experiences businesses need to move forward...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
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- Location
- Tirana, Albania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Design Musketeer LLC is a full-service graphic design agency, providing a spectrum of services encompassing logo creation to website development. Distinguished by their emphasis on precision, punctuality, and cost-effectiveness, they are dedicated to delivering high-quality, customized design solutions that...
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- Graphic Design
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- Package Design
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- Location
- Hayward, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
fpiccolo.com is a strategic visual design house dedicated to scaling businesses through the architecture of authority. We operate under a strict principle: Branding is not merely an aesthetic choice, but a critical business lever that converts perception into profit...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Chertsey, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project 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

Summer
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Summer is a full-cycle creative agency specializing in ideation, design and production. We join forces with established brands and ambitious startups, crafting standout campaigns, memorable digital experiences, and strategic activations that engage audiences and deliver measurable results...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Unlock your brand's potential with the power of strategy and design...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 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
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
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- Location
- L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
SOBO Concepts is a promotional products design studio that goes beyond putting a logo on a product. We work across hospitality, food and beverage, events, technology, and retail to design SWAG that actually reflects a brand. Every project starts with understanding the client's identity, audience, and goals...
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- Branding
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Event Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hey there! My name is Max Alfaro, I'm a freelance graphic designer with over 20 years of experience. I started my journey in 2001, first as a Copywriter, then as a Graphic Designer and Art Director...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
At Constructor de Marcas, branding is our passion, and it has given us the opportunity to collaborate with companies from various sectors on projects that encompass everything from evolution and transformation to the creation of entirely new brands...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Mad Mind Studios, based in Los Angeles, is your go-to for comprehensive branding, web design, and SEO solutions. From custom websites to logo and packaging design, animation, pitch decks, and both on-site and off-site SEO, we're dedicated to positioning your brand for success...
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- Web Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Culver City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Solèrte Studio is a graphics studio specialized in branding, working physically from Naples all over the world. Founded by Valeria Miele. We are a studio that creates unique experiences for small and medium-sized businesses through unique and modern design...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Ottaviano, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
PlanetFab is a founder-led branding & creative design studio in New York City. We help companies and organizations at pivotal moments of change through brand strategy, identity, creative direction and graphic design...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Debut is a creative studio dedicated to helping brands and teams launch bold, innovative projects. We specialize in delivering end-to-end solutions across branding, visual design, digital experiences, and strategic communications. By combining creativity, collaboration, and strategy, Team Debut ensures that...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Location
- Heredia, Costa Rica
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects 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
Kaitlin is a dynamic creative leader with over ten years of experience in graphic design, presentation design, marketing, and creative project management...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- 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
Rodrigo Spires is a multidisciplinary designer focused on creating thoughtful, impactful visual experiences. Blending creativity with strategic thinking, he develops work that elevates brands and communicates with clarity. Through refined aesthetics and purposeful design decisions, Rodrigo brings ideas to...
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- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- 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
Nicolás Crespo is an illustrator and graphic designer based in Medellín, Colombia. For more than a decade, he has brought ideas to life through bold, personality-driven illustrations filled with color and attitude, partnering with brands and creatives who want work that goes beyond visual pieces that truly...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Medellín, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Liorzh is the artistic alias of Gabriel Picard, a French visual artist known for his bold, music-inspired digital artwork. Blending influences from surrealism, Bauhaus, and retro sci-fi, his work features vibrant gradients and dynamic compositions shaped by his unique perspective and color-blindness...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Ocean Outdoor is a leading digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising company that creates impactful outdoor media experiences through premium digital screens, innovative technology, and creative storytelling. The company helps brands engage audiences across high-traffic locations in the UK and Europe using...
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- Print Design
- Advertising
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Wils Design, we craft brands with bite. Smart strategy, bold creativity, and storytelling that cuts through the static so your brand doesn't just exist, it thrives and endures...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Overland Park, Kansas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We transform business strategy, brand and design agency for ambitious companies. We aim for bespoke solutions for brands that seek more than just being "different". Strategy-led creativity, a human-centered approach, and commitment to results...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects 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
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- 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
- 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
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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
Pugo Design Studio is a strategic design partner for business owners and marketing professionals who need reliable, high-quality branding and marketing design support. We combine strong design fundamentals, brand and marketing expertise, and a collaborative approach to deliver work that helps businesses move...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Liloan, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Most of the businesses we work with have the same thing in common: the work is better than the brand suggests. They're winning on quality but losing on perception. That's the gap Backbone Studio closes. Not with a strategy document, but with sharp positioning and visual identity that makes people remember...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Brighton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
FloBold is a branding and web design agency based in Bucharest. With over 14 years of experience in graphic design and visual identity...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Paperwing Studio offers book and layout design for authors and mission-driven organizations, creating clear, purposeful visuals that help stories take flight...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 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 Wise Up Marketing, we treat your business as if it were our own. Founded in 2010 by Mary-Anne Amies, Wise Up Marketing was created to meet the growing demand for digital marketing services. We help businesses reach their customers across all touch points by leveraging our extensive experience in strategic...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Alexandria, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a creative team that combines strategic thinking with design to shape brands and influence audiencesalways in service of building a distinctive and memorable identity...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Seoul, South Korea
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects 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
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
Hello! We are Chelsey Huff Design, a design agency specializing in Luxurious wedding invitations. The experience includes custom invitations, printing, and packaging...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Marissa Cole is a versatile artist with a background in business and a master's degree in Producing Film and TV from Royal Holloway, University of London...
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- Print Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- 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
Estudio Tei is a creative studio founded by three friends who combine their talents to craft visual stories, always aiming to celebrate Brazil's rich and inviting culture through illustration, design, and animation...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Location
- Juiz de Fora, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Scitalis Design, we champion design thinking. We work hand-in-hand with businesses of all sizes from startups to large enterprises to ensure every project reflects our dedication to quality...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Freelance graphic designer with over 20 years experience. Based in the UK, I work with Clients of all sizes across various sectors. I specialise in brand identity, print design and Wordpress websites...
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- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Location
- Molesey, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Welcome to Agencia Sensei a vibrant, independent agency focused on crafting and elevating brands. We specialize in shaping unforgettable identities, crafting smart communication strategies, and making sure your brand shines in a crowded marketplace...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Location
- Valencia, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- 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.














































