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Wie der Wind is focused on a well-thought-out marketing concept and the right communication strategy are the key to success. We help develop a strategy to position your brand and effectively address your target audience...
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- Package Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Salzburg, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Unseen Studio® is a creative studio specializing in brand, digital, and motion design that helps ambitious brands stand out through distinctive visual experiences and innovative storytelling. The studio develops bold creative concepts and striking digital solutions that strengthen brand identity and capture...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Branding For Ambitious SMEs...
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- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Partyzan is a creative agency Ukraine-based retail-focused agency offering the development of design, brands, and complex advertising campaigns...
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- Location
- Lutsk, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Visionary Studio creates visual experiences that blend aesthetics and functionality. From brand identity to web design, every project is crafted to communicate with clarity and elegance. With a minimalist approach, we turn ideas into distinctive and intuitive visual solutions...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Milan, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed

Attlas Design
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Hey there! My name is Jorge Sales and I'm a designer based in Mexico City. I love to design brands that change peoples lives. I always aim to create bold and creative visuals to really make something stand out! I offer solutions not services...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey, I'm Kate! A New Zealand-based freelance Graphic Designer crafting clean, confident brands and visuals that make an impact!...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Product Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Hamilton, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Creativity is constant, not seasonal. We are dedicated to crafting stories out of your vision. Not just a logo system that you can stick on everything and hope people notice. We build recognition, trust, and loyalty through marks, colors, and type that leave your audience in awe...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Kailua, Hawaii
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Every part of your branding, messaging, communication or collateral needs design. Each component of your branding strategy needs to look great on its own. This is where INOVIA comes in. Our design team will design a brand image that looks great and functions as a digital marketing piece for your business...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Glendora, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hey there! My name is Monica Ruth, I'm a professional designer based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Benedicto Cernal III and I'm a graphic designer & visual artist specializing in publication and advertising design...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Manila, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Since its founding in 2014, Clash Design has steadily expanded its presence in the communications and design industry, consistently pursuing efficiency and excellence. We specialize in creating tailored communication projects, emphasizing design and delivering smart, creative solutions...
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- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Vespasiano, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We craft brands with character: custom design, honest photography, strategic marketing, and tailored online shops all from a single source, with attention to detail and a clear creative vision...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Schweighausen, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $71/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Brandalisis is a Nicaragua-based creative studio that focuses on strategic branding and web design, working remotely with clients from around the world...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Managua, Nicaragua
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We use a research-driven strategy to identify your business's narrative and represent that to the world through a bespoke brand identity. Creating a stunning visual identity with an impactful presence to communicate your goals, vision, and purpose to consumers through your branding...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Swindon, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Dustin Byerley is a brand developer and creative director who helps people bring identity, branding, and creativity into alignment through authenticity, coherence, and clear expression...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Ojai, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Kave is a creative branding studio that helps businesses build distinctive brands through strategy, design, and meaningful visual experiences. The studio combines strategic thinking with creative execution to develop brand identities that go beyond aesthetics, creating authentic connections with audiences. By...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The Woork is a branding consultancy that helps organizations build meaningful brands through strategic positioning, identity development, and brand management. The studio collaborates closely with clients to create brands that strengthen business performance, foster authentic connections, and support...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
PT SlabPixel Creative Group is a creative design studio headquartered in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, with an additional office in Jakarta. The studio provides unlimited design solutions for businesses, supported by a multidisciplinary creative team covering UI/UX, graphic design, illustration, 3D and motion...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Sleman, Indonesia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed

Fold7
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Fold7 is a London-based creative agency specializing in brand communications, delivering culture-driven ideas and strategic campaigns that help brands stay relevant and impactful in a fast-evolving market...
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- Branding
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Advertising
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a digital agency providing web design, web development, UI/UX design, branding, graphic design, animation, video editing, and copywriting services. We are interested in using location-based data to improve our business visibility, reach more local customers, and better understand potential markets...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Design Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
An award-winning agency based in London, creating brand, identity, packaging, retail, experiential and corporate comms for multinational clients and design agencies alike...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a packaging and branding boutique studio that specializes in crafting strong storytellings for brands.We work closely with our clients for a deep understanding of each project in order to translate their stories into original and eye-catching design...
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- Product Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Mendoza, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
God Particles' team of creative professionals provides everything your project needs. You can trust us with brand logo and product packaging designs, content writing, digital marketing strategies, SEO and website development. Let us bring the perfect solution for all of your design & online presence...
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- Package Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Chennai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Sam is highly sought after for freelance design projects, including pitch decks, business plans, presentations, logos, web pages, and brand guidelines, all complemented by engaging written content...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
In the early 1990s, founding partners Paul West and Paula Benson launched the London-based graphic design and branding studio, Form, with two main principles: producing work they take pride in and generating genuine value for their clients through their unique and striking design approach...
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- Graphic Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Aaron Jones Design is a Bay Area studio specializing in packaging, branding, and print marketing for consumer brands. I blend creative vision with production expertise to deliver polished, impactful design...
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- Location
- San Rafael, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed

Unkoated
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Unkoated is a creative agency based in Beirut, Lebanon. Founded by Laetitia Keyrouz back in 2022. We specialized in strategy, art direction, design & pop-ups...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Beirut, Lebanon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hi, Im Liam Warsop. With over 10 years of experience in design, Ive worked both freelance and agency-side on projects worldwide, ranging from small startups to large corporations...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Seative Digital is a creative digital product agency specializing in user-centered design and development for startups, SaaS companies, and emerging technology businesses. The agency combines UX research, product strategy, UI/UX design, branding, and development to create intuitive digital experiences that...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Lewes, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Originally founded in Port Elizabeth, South Africa in 2017 by a group of creatives, the business has developed over time and today is based in Cape Town. Creates and Co offers a full suite of graphic design, motion design and post-production services...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Video Production
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $34/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Smix Studio is a creative design and development agency focused on helping businesses grow through custom websites, branding, UI/UX design, and digital solutions. With over 10 years of experience, the studio combines creativity, strategy, and technology to deliver professional designs that improve visibility...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Zagreb, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Nestcraft is a technology company focused on AI, software development, automation, and digital products since 2008...
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- Web Design
- Digital Services
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Navi Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Jay Design Studio is a Boutique Branding studio on a mission to create impactful and meaningful Brand Identities for passionate businesses worldwide. If you are a Fempreneur, Foodie or a Fashion business owner...We just might be the right fit for each other!...
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- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Former agency, brand, and performance marketers now head up our team. These individuals were looking for a better solution to the program of employee shortage as well as the overhead and quality difficulties associated with offshored solutions when they decided to found our company. We collaborate with the...
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- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Hey there! My name is Nuno Francisco Sousa, I'm a Freelance Graphic Designer based in Barcelona, Spain...
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- Mobile App Development
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Altar is a branding and design agency that creates bold, strategic identities for modern businesses. With a focus on clarity and craftsmanship, the agency transforms ideas into design systems that inspire and endure...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Dundee, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Ashan Jungbahadur, I'm a passionate independent designer with combined expertise in branding, design, and problem-solving. With close to ten years of experience in the creative industry, I have built a broad and varied portfolio...
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- Branding
- Product Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Durban, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Spitfiregirl is a boutique design studio focused on branding, custom websites, packaging, and digital marketing for both emerging and established event professionals, as well as hospitality and lifestyle brands...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Pendulum Design is a multi-discipline creative agency with a strong track record of assisting clients in succeeding in both online and offline markets. They offer design services for screen and print, inviting clients to reach out for their expertise...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Seikritt Design supports growth-driven female entrepreneurs and businesses in coaching, consulting, and the creative industries to build strong personal brands that last - with clarity, strategy and character...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Cologne, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Aqua Printers is a custom packaging and printing company that creates high-quality, visually impactful packaging solutions for businesses. Combining creative design, premium materials, and affordable pricing, they help brands enhance product presentation and leave lasting impressions...
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- Product Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $4/hr
simple.studio is an independent Bulgarian company.We create visual communication for both print & digital media and we are here to make your way to success - simple...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- IT Services
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Burgas, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Christie Lee Associates (CLA) is a UK-based strategic communications and public affairs consultancy that helps organizations build influence, manage stakeholder relationships, and navigate complex policy environments. The agency specializes in public affairs, corporate communications, stakeholder engagement...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Hamilton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Gregory Mendoza is an expert in graphic design and vector art. He believes that life is a continuous learning journey and that no one has all the answers...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Bergenfield, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bond is a brand design consultancy focused on innovation. You provide the opportunity, and well create the brand to seize it...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Helsinki, Finland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Krista, based in Berlin, is an art director and strategic designer who assists businesses in addressing challenges and engaging with their target audiences through innovative concepts and visual storytelling...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Tocographic is a Canadian creative agency specializing in innovative design. We focus on blending creative design with marketing strategies and modern technology to enhance our clients digital presence, boost customer engagement, and drive growth in sales and business development...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Design by D is a studio specializing in graphic and web design, offering services tailored to both businesses and individuals. They place strong emphasis on brand identity development, ensuring each project communicates a cohesive visual message...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Mbombela, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Matt Chansky is helping brands communicate with clarity, emotion, and distinction–across every medium that matters. As an award-winning creative partner, he brings creative direction, copywriting, and design together to build cohesive, lasting brand experiences...
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- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Princeton, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/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.













































