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We are a Curitiba-PR-based design studio focused on brand development, strategic positioning, and packaging design. With more than a decade of experience in the creative industry, we blend deep expertise in visual identity and branding to craft solutions that empower businesses and build meaningful...
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- Curitiba, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a design studio that partners with high-end brands to enhance brand value, amplify messaging, and ensure alignment with corporate vision through expert brand identity and product design...
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- New Taipei, Taiwan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are Palante Studio from Lima, Peru. We create innovative and impactful identities, passionately illustrate, and enhance with design...
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- Graphic Design
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- Lima, Peru
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Tree Creative unites top experts in brand identity and experience design, individuals who constantly seek creativity, uniqueness, and ongoing innovation...
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- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Lacey Saball, I'm a Freelance Graphic and Web Designer based in Jacksonville, Florida, United States...
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- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Enzo Venancio, with over 5 years of market experience and a degree in graphic design, I have expertise in various areas of the creative world...
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- Web Design
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- Location
- Brasília, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! We are Twofold, a Graphic Design agency founded in 2008 by Guy Hamilton...
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- Graphic Design
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Craig Valentino, with close to 20 years of experience in design, branding, and art direction, I've crafted impactful designs for brands of all types and sizes, working across agency, freelance, and in-house roles throughout my career...
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- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Hudson, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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- 1 Project Listed
ADL creates brands that tell a unique story. Whether you're looking to refresh your brand identity or build a new one from scratch, we'll work closely with you to craft a bespoke design solution that will resonate with your target audience...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A creative branding agency that understand your business goals. We create everything you see and hear about a product. We build world for brands...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Zhillmatic, the focus is on crafting visually stunning creations from the ground up. As passionate storytellers, the team brings brands to life by giving them a distinct voice and a compelling message to share with the world...
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- Package Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Skopje, Macedonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Amber Albergottie is a multidisciplinary designer with a heart for storytelling and a head for clean, impactful design. With a background that blends graphic design, logo creation, and website building, I help brands show up with clarity and confidenceonline and off...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Meemu is a small independent creative studio founded by Martina Gennari, based in Belluno, Italy. The studio focuses on visual storytelling through branding, packaging, web, and print design...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Belluno, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Whether building a brand from the ground up, guiding design evolution beyond the tried-and-true, or providing the thought leadership to build a bridge from idea to reality, we will collaborate to create your future success...
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- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
WiNKYFACE is a full-service graphic design studio crafting distinctive brand identities, balancing playful expression with structured design. We specialize in design, development, and creative direction...
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- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Flávia Jackeline Design
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Flávia Jackeline is a Brazilian designer specializing in visual identity, holding an MBA in Digital Design and Branding. Flávia creates distinctive and memorable brands with a strategic approach, passionate about work that impacts lives, brings ideas to life, and helps launch new businesses...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Curitiba, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Skylar Deihl is a graphic designer with a BFA in Communication Design from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. Currently at Group Two, a full-service advertising agency for homebuilders, Skylar creates thoughtful, impactful design solutions while exploring ceramics and pursuing a love of reading in their...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Advertising
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Sato Mateus Design is an independent branding and art direction studio specializing in thoughtful brand identities and meaningful visual experiences. Working with clients worldwide, the studio combines strategic thinking, craftsmanship, and human-centered design to create brands that bring clarity...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Santana do Riacho, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Artisan Talent is a premier creative staffing agency that has been redefining talent solutions since its inception. Committed to excellence, we offer a comprehensive suite of services tailored to the unique needs of the creative, digital, and marketing industries...
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- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Creative Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Branding and web design agency from Iași, Romania...
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- Web Design
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
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- Iași, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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
Hi-TiDE™ is a Hamburg-based branding and design agency creating distinctive identities, publications, and digital experiences for mid-sized companies, start-ups, and ambitious brands. We combine strategic thinking with bold, award-worthy design to build brands that stand out and endure...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Hamburg, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are Studio Kibi. Were made up of one half Beatrice and one half Kira. We are branding and packaging experts with 10 years of combined experience. We built Kibi to help small businesses and entrepreneurs have a big voice in a crowded room, we stand by that starting small doesnt mean compromising on a big...
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hey there! My name is Kevin Craft, I'm a Freelance Designer and Brand Strategist based in Dallas, TX...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Print nPackage is a custom packaging company that helps growing brands create premium packaging with low minimum order quantities, fast production, and factory-direct pricing. The company specializes in custom mailer boxes, shipping boxes, folding cartons, rigid boxes, pouches, and branded packaging...
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- Product Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Bend Industries is an independently owned graphic design studio and type foundry specializing in contemporary design...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Seabrook, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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
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- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Marcus Rosanegra specializes in crafting brand experiences that captivate consumers and inspire lasting connections with your product or service...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Print Design
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
W&Co Displays and Signs is a UK-based company specializing in high-quality display signage, large format printing, and digital screens. With over 30 years of experience, we offer a comprehensive range of services including custom signage, LED lightboxes, digital signage solutions, and professional...
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- Advertising
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Billericay, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We help ambitious businesses, charities and organisations find their voice, tell their story and create brands that connect with the people who matter.From brand strategy and visual identity to websites and creative design, we bring together thoughtful thinking, creative expertise and over 20 years of...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Barnsley, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
a graphic design company...
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- Video Production
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- Baku, Azerbaijan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
I'm Alyssa, a designer dedicated to creating iconic and memorable brands and websites. I draw immense inspiration from creators, including businesses and entrepreneurs who exhibit fearlessness and ambition...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Asheville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
OBabsDESIGN Studio is a dedicated and passionate creative design specialist with over three years of experience in the industry...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bazil Hamard is a professional freelance web designer & photographer based in Paris, France...
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- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
BONB is a London-based creative branding agency, collaborating with clients worldwide. Our small, skilled team is composed of passionate individuals, united by a common vision and confidence in our work...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are smaill studio in Barcelona who loves stationery. We are speacialized on creating our designs from watercolor, handmade caligraphy and working with local providers who work handmade...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
QueenPin Design is focused on creating impactful brand experiences. Skilled in handling complex, multi-faceted projects while blending strategic insight with analytical precision...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Savannah, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Keith Austin is an award winning global agency creating world class digital products, branding, and web design. We thrive in the intersection of ingenuity and technology to transform creative ideas into experiences that unleash potential and change lives...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Saint Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Optivax Global is a creative digital agency helping businesses build strong and memorable brands through graphic design, branding, website development, UI/UX design, SEO, and digital marketing. We focus on creating modern, user-centered solutions that improve visibility, engagement, and business growth across...
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- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- North Gosford, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
My name is Taylan De Johnette! I'm a Minneapolis-based Graphic Designer and Illustrator. Bringing over five years experience in crafting diverse branding identities and marketing materials for businesses...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Welcome to Emma Noble Design! My name is Emma Noble, I'm a Freelance Graphic Design & Art Direction and founder of the studio...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Soona Studio
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Meet Soöna! From a young age, she has had a passion for drawing. Upon earning her degree in graphic design, she made the decision to embark on a journey around the globe, embracing remote work opportunities along the way...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Quimper, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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
Welcome to Your Digital Marketing and Branding Agency Without Borders!Need support in social media, content creation, and online marketing strategies? Looking to elevate your business to the next level and establish your brand? You've come to the right place!We thrive on details, possess an eye for...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Video Production
- Digital Strategy
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/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
- Web Development
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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
- Package 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
My name is Klaudia Grochowska-Pawłowicz. On the Internet you will meet me under the pseudonym Euflonica...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Poznan, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
Brandex is a branding agency that specialize in brand identity, brand application and UI/UX design...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We curate brands with taste, structure, and soulJust like a refined multi-course experience, our creative process unfolds in intentional stages, guiding you from market insight to visual exploration, apparel design, and performance...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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Print Design Agency FAQs
What is a print design agency?
A print design agency is an agency that crafts visual materials specifically designed for physical printing. Its work focuses on amplifying a brand identity by designing the client’s end products that will be printed. These agencies often operate as a one-stop shop for all print design needs, from initial concept development to final output delivery.
Print design is often confused with printing itself, as clients usually expect these two services to go hand in hand. Although some print design agencies offer both customarily, this is not always the case, as the printing process is another discipline altogether.
How does a print design agency help brands with physical brand assets?
A print design agency helps brands with physical brand assets by handling all creative and technical aspects pertaining to the printing. Its process typically commences with defining a concept that corresponds with the brand’s philosophy, objective, and target audience.
Guided by the concept, the team then prepares high-quality visuals, including illustrations, typography, and photography integration, to bring the idea to fruition. Once the visuals are approved, it handles the technical aspects of preparing the design files for printing and making sure they meet printing requirements.
Which businesses see the most value from professional print design?
Businesses that rely heavily on a physical presence and tangible materials to connect with their audience see the most value from professional print design. This includes entities across retail, real estate, and hospitality, which use items like branded packaging, signage, and brochures.
Additionally, businesses that produce custom apparel, such as t-shirts and hoodies, or specialize in personalized products like photo books and invitations, also benefit immensely from high-quality print design to differentiate their offerings and capture attention.
What are the top-rated print design agencies on DesignRush in 2025?
The top-rated print design agencies on DesignRush in 2025 are:
What core and specialized services do print design companies provide?
Print design companies create meticulous designs for brand collaterals, such as:
- Business cards
- Book covers
- Magazines
- Brochures and flyers
- Banners, signage and stationery
- Posters and billboards
How much do print design services cost in 2025?
The cost of print design services in 2025 is highly variable, with a wide range of pricing models and factors influencing the final investment. While a general range of $100 to $150 per hour is a common starting point for many businesses, this figure can vary depending on the project's complexity, type of print design, and the location of the agency.
To get a more accurate estimate, here is a cost breakdown for different type of collaterals:
- Business cards: $50-$2,500 average
- Book covers: $150-$500 per book cover
- Brochures and flyers: $2,500-$10,000
- Banners and signage: $600-$800
- Posters: $150-$250 per hour
- Billboards: $150-$500 per hour
How long does it typically take to receive initial concepts or drafts from a print design agency?
The typical timeline for receiving initial concepts or drafts from a print design agency varies, but it's directly tied to the project's scope and the agency's workload.
For a simple project like a business card or flyer, you might see initial drafts within a few days to a week. However, for larger projects like packaging or a full branding suite, this phase can take two to three weeks, as it requires more in-depth research and strategic development.
What should you look for when hiring a print design agency?
When hiring a print design agency, begin by thoroughly reviewing their portfolio to see if their aesthetic and expertise align with your brand's vision, while paying attention to the variety and quality of their past work. Beyond the visuals, ask for client testimonials or case studies to gauge their communication skills and reliability. You should also confirm that they have specific experience with the type of physical assets you need, like packaging or signage.
What red flags should you watch out for when choosing a print design partner?
When selecting a print design partner, be wary of red flags like a lack of a professional portfolio or negative client testimonials. Avoid agencies that are unresponsive, communicate poorly, or make unrealistic promises about turnaround times or pricing. Additionally, it's a major red flag if they don't seem knowledgeable about the technical aspects of printing, as this can lead to costly errors and a subpar final product.
What questions should you ask a print design agency before signing a contract?
Before signing a contract with a print design agency, here are some key questions you should ask to ensure the candidate is a good fit for your project:
- What designs have you worked on in the same industry as ours?
- How would you define your team’s art style?
- What is your timeline for a print design project from conceptualization to final presentation?
- What services are included in your pricing?
- Will you designate a team for our project, or will an individual designer handle it?
- Are the designs original or based on stock art or templates?
- Who will be our point of contact on your team?
- How many rounds of revisions are included in your fees?
- What is your approval process for the final design?
- Can you connect me with trusted suppliers if you don’t provide in-house printing services?
How does working with a print design agency differ from DIY tools or freelancers?
A print design agency typically handles prepress checks, color calibration, and communicates directly with printers, so you’re less likely to waste money on reprints or mismatched colors. Freelancers may produce strong designs but often leave you to manage print vendors yourself, while DIY tools often rely on pre-designed templates, which can result in a lack of originality and make your brand look generic.
If your project involves large runs, specialty finishes (like foil or embossing), or brand consistency across many assets, an agency saves you costly trial-and-error, whereas freelancers or DIY work better for simple, one-off materials.
Which design tools, production techniques, and vendor networks do top print agencies use?
Top print agencies rely on the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, using Illustrator for vector logos, InDesign for multi-page layouts like brochures, and Photoshop for image editing. For production, they often choose between digital printing for quick, low-volume runs and offset printing for superior quality on large orders.
These agencies also have a network of trusted printers and vendors, which allows them to recommend specialized techniques like embossing, letterpress, or die-cutting and manage the entire production process to guarantee a high-quality final product.
How legitimate is the content in the FAQs?
We’re committed to providing practical and accurate information to both businesses and agencies, so we turned to Courtney Bozigian, brand director at Digital Silk, a leading web design agency. She shared insights on designing for print and what it takes to balance creativity with brand consistency.
As a branding expert, Bozigian has overseen creative initiatives of many distinguished entities. Her portfolio lists Marvel, Monopoly, Spiderman TV, and Playskool as some of the names she has worked with. At Digital Silk, she directed high-profile branding and digital marketing initiatives and helped companies sharpen their brand identity through captivating storytelling and design.