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Founded by Creative Director Elon Blackwell - Fun Way Out Creative Studio - embodies bold brand development, creative strategic thinking, and career coaching for creatives...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Laura Parenti is a Digital Marketing and User Experience Design agency based in Italy. We design apps, develop web interfaces and websites, and craft experiences on and off line that make people fall in love with your brand - building trust beyond reason...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- SEO
- Design Services
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Signa, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Jade Stone is a high-end, full service branding and design agency catering to cannabis and CBD companies that want to force archaeic stereotypes into obselence with their modern branding, packaging and visual strategy...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Needham, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Creative Director specializing in brand identity and packaging for consumer lifestyle brands. I work with founders at the earliest stage, shaping products before they reach the market through scalable visual systems built for long-term growth...
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- Package Design
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Here to help make clients look good in their marketing jeans. Never Bored, Never Boring work that stands out in a sea of easy creative choices...
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- Print Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We create purposeful brands that help you connect with your ideal customer in a meaningful way, even while you sleep!...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Goiânia, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
GotPrint is an online printing services provider founded in 2001 and headquartered in Burbank, California. Catering to businesses and creative individuals, the company offers a broad range of print products from business cards and brochures to custom apparel and signage delivered with fast turnaround times...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Direct Marketing
- Product Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Burbank, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
DaBiri Designs provides graphic and print design, branding and corporate identity, and custom web design at a price that is much less than larger design firms. We have municipalities and government agencies as well as many businesses as clients...
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- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Seminole, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Hey there! My name is Becky Salliss, founder of Black Cherry Design Studio, a boutique graphic design practice created from a deep passion for thoughtful, authentic design. I launched the studio in 2025 to help brands communicate with clarity and creativity through compelling visual storytelling...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Pooksgreen, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are graphic designers and illustrators based in Toronto with 15+ years of experience, specializing in branding, logo design, web design, and marketing materials for companies both big and small...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Design Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
The Branders is a team specialized in branding/design and manufacturing. It is quite simple, we think we can do almost anything :) But certainly what we do best is branding and customizing items. We have the coolest products available for customization in the market...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Great Believer is a design agency! Founded in 2011 and based in Brooklyn, NY. We are in web, branding, and print. With a thoughtful approach to each project, will magnify your organization's mission and inspire your audiences to take action...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Welcome to Charles Scott Creative. My name is Charles Scott, I'm a professional Designer and the person behind the agency...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Location
- Thomasville, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
studio mak + maya is the work of Patty Victorino (she/her), a queer Filipino illustrator based in Vancouver, Canada creating playful illustrations with earnest themes...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Yiwen, originally from Taiwan and now based in Atlanta, is a graphic designer with a strong passion for color, typography, and illustration...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A London-based graphic designer with experience in print & branding. Also offering custom stationery of all order sizes for all of your most imaginative ideas. Get in touch to discuss your project...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
D2 Creative Studio specializes in innovative design solutions, blending creativity with strategy to deliver impactful branding, web design, and visual communication...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Design Services
- Location
- Düsseldorf, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
For the past thirty years, Sandra Barnes has been deeply immersed in the world of graphic design. It has remained a constant thread throughout her life, with creativity guiding and shaping her journey. She finds great fulfillment in sharing this creative spirit with others...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Winnipeg, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Dezineify is a creative design studio that transforms ideas into compelling visuals. We specialize in brand identity, digital design, and visual storytelling to help businesses stand out and connect with their audience...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Meia Volta is a creative studio specializing in illustration, lettering, and animation for packaging, advertising, editorial projects, print, and beyond. While illustration is at the heart of the studio, the team is always eager to explore new ideas, subjects, and creative directions...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Advertising
- Location
- Rolândia, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
I am a Strategic Identity Designer - helping founder-led businesses close the gap between how good they are and how they show up to the world through branding, design and marketing services. This is a strategic brand design studio who believes great design should be easy to implement and work for the client...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Sâncraiu de Mureș, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Driller Design Co. is a Tulsa-based digital marketing and web design agency specializing in growth-focused marketing systems for service-based businesses. The agency combines web design, SEO, branding, Google Ads, and print solutions to help businesses generate leads, improve visibility, and build scalable...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Spotlight Graphic Design is a graphic design and web design company led by Melina Kaufman and based out of Palm Beach Gardens, FL. We specialize in logo design, branding, business card design, brochure design, postcard design, and website design...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We combine creativity and technical expertise in design, development, creative media, domains, and hosting to help businesses stand out online. We offer personalised consultations to understand each client's brand and objectives, ensuring tailored solutions that create a lasting impact. Our goal is to unleash...
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- Web Development
- Print Design
- Managed Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Randburg, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
A leading Web and Graphic Designing Start-Up That Focuses To Help Small Scale Businesses and Start-Ups Who Intend To Create An Online Identity And To Stay Updated With The Ever-changing And Ever-evolving Industry and It's Trends. With Us, You Can Rest Assured With All Of Your Design and Development Needs And...
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- Design Services
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
- eCommerce Development
- Package Design
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- Location
- Jodhpur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Aarons Brand is a boutique brand strategy and advisory practice led by Aaron Johnson, focused on helping founder-led businesses gain clarity on their beliefs, positioning, and purpose. The agency blends strategic consulting with hands-on execution, covering everything from brand strategy and identity to...
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- Business Consulting
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Advertising
- Print Design
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- Location
- Morgantown, West Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
A small design studio based in the Tampa Bay area and focused on carefully craft totally custom website design for small business...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $38/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Estudio Arth is a Brazilian surface pattern design studio. Our creative process is entirely handcrafted and unique, with each stroke made with pure love, telling a timeless story and adding meaning to every line...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Location
- Blumenau, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Omnibus Creative Studio is a boutique creative agency specializing in branding, design & marketing based in Sacramento, California. Amazing clients have allowed us to produce work we are proud of...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Hey there! My name is Mireille Fiset, I'm a professional Graphic Designer, with over 20 years of experience in the field have taught me how to target communication according to the challenges and realities of the client...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Fueled by a blend of coffee and an unwavering passion for visual storytelling, we firmly believe that crafting exceptional visuals is the cornerstone of effective communication and profound connections...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Piranijart is a branding, packaging and visual identity studio focused on helping businesses build clear and recognizable brand communication...
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- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Develop your organizational strategy and implement a practical action plan to achieve your business goals. Your website and overall brand is often a potential customer's first impression of your business. What does your website and brand say about you? Does it make your customer want to say "yes"?...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Warrenton, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Hello! My name is Nay Mi, and this is my studio. I'm your graphic artist and designer on service since 2000...
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- Print Design
- Package Design
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Brand strategy and creative studio based in KSA...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We create work that’s informed by real relationships, where we constantly look, listen and learn. Only when we’ve taken the time to fully understand your business objectives will we offer an opinion. We’ve been launching brands for over 16 years, providing creative solutions which balance functionality...
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- Design Services
- Package Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Brighton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Creative agency since 2011, specializing in branding, web design, UI/UX & digital solutions for gaming, gambling & betting. We deliver high-performance, tailored design and marketing strategies for global brands, blending creativity, technology & innovation...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Crotone, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Hey there! My name is Emily Anfinson, I'm an award-winning graphic designer and digital media marketer with a proven track record of creating designs across print and digital platforms...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are part of the OBM Group and collaborate with partner agencies including FQ Brasil / M&C Saatchi, Nova Agência Brasil, Housein Marketing Digital, and FOZ WRG.This network gives us robust creative and operational capabilities, supported by a team of over 80 professionals dedicated to delivering...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Advertising
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Curitiba, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We design brand IDs, illustrate, curate projects, paint murals and make crafts. We believe in healthy and solidarity cooperation and in this way, we give HUT its strength and quality!...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Chania, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
arteficegroup is an Italian branding agency with international flair, over 80 strong people, and offices in Milano and Torino. Its strategic, creative, and strongly brand-design oriented. Founded in 1996, delivers more than 400 projects per year, and covers with its excellence 24 market segments...
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- Print Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Milan, Italy
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
Tikka Junction Brampton | Authentic Indian Food, Paneer Tikka & Top-Rated Tandoori Restaurant...
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- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Public Relations
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Brampton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Cossette is a Canadian full-service creative marketing and communications agency that helps brands build lasting impact through advertising, branding, digital experiences, media, content, AI, and integrated marketing solutions...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Advertising
- AI Development
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- Location
- Québec City, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Regine Design Co., led by visual artist Regine Zenia, is a creative studio offering illustrations, painting, hand lettering, and custom drawings. The studio crafts emotive, artisanal artwork and visual identities that resonate with personal style and storytelling...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Weimar, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hi everyone! My name is Max Busby, I'm a freelance graphic designer. I from Wellington, New Zealand, but currently living in Berlin, Germany...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Product Design
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our mission is to create genuine brands by fostering meaningful connections. At Partner Studio, we work with passionate individuals committed to transforming public perception of brands. We immerse ourselves in every project, treating it with the dedication and care as if it were our own...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Video Production
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Max Lippolis, I'm a professional Graphic Designer based in Salerno, Italy...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Salerno, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Designliga is an agency specializing in visual communication and interior design. We take a cross-disciplinary approach, conveying messages through design...
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- Web Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Munich, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Inno Reklamebureau is a design agency with over 23 years of experience, located in the heart of Svendborg's port. We specialize in creative communication, effective strategies, and insightful collaboration...
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- Package Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Svendborg, Denmark
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Eleven Percent is a creative studio I founded in 2015, dedicated to assisting brands with their design and content needs. Since then, Ive had the privilege of collaborating with numerous international brands, contributing to their marketing and creative teams by crafting compelling visual narratives and...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Amersfoort, Netherlands
- 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.