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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
We are adept at crafting brand identities, fearlessly fostering creativity, and mastering the art of marketing. Over a span of 26 years, we have been instrumental in facilitating the growth of both national and international enterprises through the generation of innovative concepts and the execution of...
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- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
At Fifth Atrium, our passion for storytelling shines through our artful animation and branding. We offer a full-service suite, including graphics, animation, videos, web design, and brand consulting. Together, we create content that aligns with your unique vision...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects 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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- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Product Design
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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
After decades of creating transformative advertising for some of the worlds most successful brands, we decided it was time to transform the advertising agency. Fed up with an industry hell bent on churning out disposable, short-term and short-sighted advertising that leaves clients short-changed, we founded...
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- Advertising
- Branding
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Washington, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We’re a Red Wing, MN marketing agency providing local website design, SEO and digital marketing. We take a personal approach to help our clients find the smartest options for their budget. Whether it's big or small, we have you covered...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- SEO
- Print Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Red Wing, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
we help customers to built their brand value, helping customers to establish a visually appealing brand and packaging solutions for their products...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Product Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Printingblue designs and manufactures custom packaging, printed products, labels, and promotional materials for businesses worldwide. We combine quality printing, practical engineering, and reliable production to help brands stand out...
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- Package Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
At Snapper Studio, our primary objective is to collaboratively craft brands alongside our clients. Our approach places a strong emphasis on gaining a profound understanding of your business before leveraging our expertise in brand strategy, identity design, and content creation in tandem with your insights...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Wallsend, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Alyah Holmes is a creative illustrator and graphic designer with a vibrant, playful and uplifting style. She specializes in Illustration and design for packaging, branding and editorial...
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- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Location
- Hollywood, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
CreativeType is a design-driven studio supplying bold display fonts and expressive type families paired with limited-edition merch, helping brands and creators amplify their visual voice...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Location
- McKinney, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
McKenna Sherrill Design Co. is a boutique brand design and illustration studio based in New Hampshire, specializing in helping creative entrepreneurs, makers, and small businesses develop cohesive and authentic visual identities. Founded in 2020 by designer McKenna Sherrill, the studio offers services...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Location
- New Hampshire, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Internet-wide, I am known as M. J. Star. I am a digital artist residing in Colorado at present. My artwork is influenced by American cartoonists of the 20th century, anime of the 21st century, Art Nouveau, and contemporary street art. Celebrating the culinary arts, the result is a combination of assertive...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Location
- Longmont, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Hey! My name is Cakejira Krathaykhwan, based in Brisbane, Australia. Graduated from QUT Queensland University of Technology with a Bachelor of Creative Arts in 2016...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Hello! My name is Fengyu Hao, I'm a UX/UI & Visual Designer. With over 10 years of experience in visual design, I transitioned into the world of UX while working at Raisin, a fintech startup...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Hey all! My name is Richard Portman, I'm an experienced Graphic Design Director with a passion for crafting considered and commercially successful designs for point of sale, brand identities, packaging, publications, retail campaigns and much more. I'm born and growth in Cambridge but currently based in...
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- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Hey there! My name is Luc Sauve, a graphic designer form Ontario, Canada with a focus on logo and apparel designs with a focus on the fothe sports industry...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Location
- Windsor, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
I'm Maeve, located in the tranquil Welsh town of Montgomery, nestled on the border between Wales and England. I have a deep affection for this place. Since childhood, I've had a passion for drawing, crafting, and nurturing a creative spirit...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- 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
ROGUE STUDIO is a design consultancy led by Kevin Mulvany, a seasoned and versatile designer located in Kells, County Meath, Ireland...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Galway, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Natalia Ortiz, I'm a professional Visual designer based in Madrid, Spain but working worldwide...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Content Marketing
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Mano Brito is the artistic name of Nuno Brito e Cunha, a graphic designer and illustrator currently living on the island of Faial, Azores...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Faial, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We believe successful design starts with building strong relationships with our clients. By taking the time to understand both their goals and their target audiences, were able to conduct in-depth research and create designs that are not only visually appealing but also deliver their message with clarity and...
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- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Santa Ana, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Wardd Creative Studios is a bold, youth-led creative agency blending storytelling, strategy, and visual innovation to craft impactful audiovisual content from Kenitra to the world...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Kenitra, Morocco
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Grupo Criativo is a strategic and service design firm that focuses on product design and every stage of its value chain...
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- Package Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Porto Alegre, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Poppy Calypso design
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Poppy Calypso is a freelance graphic designer and illustrator dedicated to crafting designs that are both beautiful and functional. With more than seven years of experience, she has worked in-house and freelance, collaborating with a diverse range of clients from luxury beauty and real estate to charity and...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Falmouth, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Since 2016, we've been crafting bold solutions in packaging, web design, and marketinghelping brands rise above the competition. Every project is infused with our signature Latino character, giving your brand a look and feel that's uniquely its own. Let us bring your brand's identity to life...
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- Package Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Print Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Rothschild, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Katie is a designer, creative rebel, and the force behind Katie Rou Design. She helps unconventional brands ditch the boring formula and build identities that are bold, strange, and unapologetically real...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Tucson, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a globally distributed team brought together by a shared passion for exploring imagery across all media. We communicate through visuals, inspired by a deep appreciation for culture and typography...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Tbilisi, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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
Whatzhat Creative Agency empowers brands with design-led solutions that drive impact. From tailored UX/UI strategies to compelling branding and motion design, we combine expertise with creativity to make businesses memorable. Whether you are refreshing your brand identity or launching a new digital presence...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Saint-Médard-en-Jalles, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Brand identities + packaging design that sells, seduces, and steals the spotlight. We don't do dull. We do bold, rebellious, and vibrant. Think neon explosions, color-drenched masterpieces, and designs that make people say, "Damn, I need this!"...
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- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Richmond Hill, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
Michael Carpenter Design LLC is a graphic design agency offering branding, identity, and creative collateral services. Led by designer Michael Carpenter, the company helps clients build visually distinctive brands through thoughtful design and storytelling...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
MIATI is an innovative design and technology studio dedicated to streamlining operational processes by offering a human-centered service prioritizing quality and outcomes. Our expertise lies in crafting both printed and digital assets with a focus on functionality while preserving aesthetic appeal. Our...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Indaiatuba, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
As a creative professional, I am inspired by the power of visual design and creativity to engage audiences all around the world...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Matt Erickson is a creative director and graphic designer based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He focuses on brand identity, packaging design, and illustration for both startups and well-established brands, delivering strategic and impactful solutions...
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- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- 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
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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- Package Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- 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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- Package Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- New Taipei, Taiwan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Rodéo is a Paris-based creative studio that develops distinctive brand identities, visual systems, and creative experiences through a balance of elegance and irreverence. With a holistic approach to creation, the studio combines strategic thinking, design, and cultural insight to build brands that feel both...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ALL FOR Agency is a founder-led, woman-owned design studio based in Chicago, specializing in brand, visual, web, and packaging design. The agency focuses on creating cohesive, high-impact design systems that help businesses present themselves with clarity, consistency, and confidence...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With Morgan Online Media LLC as your partner, you can rest assured that your digital presence is in capable hands. Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to delivering high-quality solutions that drive results and exceed expectations. From concept to execution, we work closely with our clients to...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Toledo, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Welcome to Hellbent Design! My name is Bodie Williamson, I'm the person behind the brand and a professional Creative Design Consultant with a decade of immersion in the design industry...
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- Web Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We help our clients realize their brand vision. From logo design, through all forms of marketing collateral, website design and social media presence. The result is a strong brand that legitimizes our client in their market...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- 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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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Kelsey Tara Nicole, I'm a professional Graphic & Brand Designer and Brand Design Strategist currently based in Toronto, Ontario...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Jeffrey Dirkse and I'm a freelance graphic designer and illustrator from the Netherlands with 15 years of industry experience...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Utrecht, 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.