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The Collected Works
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.The Collected Works (TCW) is an independent design studio based in New York City and New Orleans that creates dynamic brands across culture, technology, music, art, and media. Combining the capabilities of a large creative agency with the agility of a boutique studio, TCW specializes in branding, motion...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
One of the most highly regarded and experienced independent creative agencies in Victoria, Bulldog Creatrix offer the widest range of creative services available under one roof!...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Wantirna South, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bepro is a visual solution services agency based in Beirut. We set out to build an agency that could be measured on the quality of services and success of our ideas. We develop designs and visual strategies to serve the clients' desires and accomplish their business objectives...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Print Design
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- Location
- Beirut, Lebanon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
An effortless, unlimited design service that simply works. We Want Design replaces unreliable freelancers, crowded marketplaces, and costly agencies with one flat monthly fee, fast, dependable, and stress-free...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Chesapeake, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Packaging Island offers premium packaging solutions with a focus on quality, innovation, and sustainability. We provide custom and eco-friendly packaging products that help businesses enhance protection and brand appeal...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Encoded Noire is a full-service creative agency headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana. We specialize in brand identity, marketing strategy, and visual content production for clients in consumer goods, healthcare, financial services, and cultural organizations. Our work combines studio-level design craft with...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Grand Coteau, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
a graphic design company...
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- Location
- Baku, Azerbaijan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We love and cherish our code - we like it bulletproof and squeaky-clean. Our people are on the cutting edge of tech wizardry, whipping up creations with the latest and greatest gizmos and gadgets. We've got our fingers in all the tech pies in the past 8 years - you name it, we (most probably?) did it...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Belgrade, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Keep your income flowing while we handle the branding and strategy. You'll have a fully developed identity that screams your brand through every aspect of your presence. We handle your web design, social media, print and prioritize ways to keep your business growing. We're just an email away...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Reiner Swanepoel is a freelance graphic designer from Port Elizabeth, recognized with a Pendoring award and registered with SAFREA. He specializes in brand communication, graphic design, and various aspects of website design...
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- Logo Design
- Advertising
- Package Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Gqeberha, South Africa
- 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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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Lagerstedt Creative we dedicated design collective passionate about turning your vision into reality.Specialising in designing and building beautiful, simple, modern websites from the ground up...
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- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Alner Creative Studio, we're a small team with a deep passion for the work we do each day. Since starting our journey in 2007, we've been driven by a mission to bring change and deliver high-quality marketing services. Our commitment to hard work and innovation remains our greatest strength...
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- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Lushnjë, Albania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- 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
Black Book Design Collective Ltd
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Black Book Design Collective emerged from a shared frustration with an industry that's often overpriced for growing businesses and unreliable for those seeking genuine creative expertise. Founded by Hugo Morrissey, an entrepreneur who understands the challenges of scaling a brand, and Matt van der Valk, a...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Cheltenham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Gabriel Tarin
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Gabriel Tarin is a designer driven by a constant pursuit of creation and improvement. He believes that meaningful creativity emerges from curiosity, dedication, and refined craft, continually striving to make every project sharper, smarter, and more intentional...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Caliber Creative is an independent, full-service branding agency that cultivates exceptional brand experiences through smart thinking and unique design. We believe in the power of good design to effectively communicate and make a lasting impact...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Advertising
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Hi! My name is Jaz Denness, I'm a senior design consultant with nearly 20 of experience. I have been working across digital and print to create brand logos, infographics, adverts, brochures, packaging, exhibitions, 3D/CAD, animation and UX lead websites...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Welcome to Matt LeGrice profile! I'm a design specialist with over 15 years of experience doing a little bit of a lot of things. Currently based in Jersey City, NJ...
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- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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
Hey! My name is Benjamin Pouncie-Carr, major in Graphic Design and Digital Media. I started my carreer in 2017, since then working passionate as an inventive creator of innovative marketing strategies...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Bridgeport, Connecticut
- 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
Welcome to Slkreative! My name is Latifa Sajar, I'm freelance graphice designer and the person behind Slkreative. Currently based in Casablanca, Morocco...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Advertising
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- Location
- Casablanca, Morocco
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Hey there! My name is Laura Forlong, I'm a professional Freelance Graphic Designer. I finished my studies and got a degree for a Visual Communication Design...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- 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
Memo Designs is a creative freelance design studio founded by Dave Mohammed, a skilled, bearded graphic designer with a genuine passion for transforming ideas into exceptional visual work...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Product Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Alton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
TVB is brand concept and production studio based in uniquely restored building in Westport, CT. We have in-house capabilities for strategic branding and messaging, full service graphic design, 2D/3D animation and rendering and photography and videography, including a fully equipped in-house studio...
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- Video Production
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Westport, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are more than just a digital marketing agency, we are your strategic growth partners. Our mission is simple: to maximize your online visibility, boost conversions, and deliver measurable success. Our SEO services are built to boost your online visibility and drive consistent, high-quality traffic to your...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
I'm Bethany L. Casarez, a graphic designer based in California, with a strong interest in food, sustainability, and craftsmanship. I graduated from Shillington Graphic Design in 2022...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Santa Clara, California
- 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
Hey there! My name is Will Burr, I'm a passionate multidisciplinary Graphic Designer and self-confessed history buff. Currnetly based in Bristol, United Kingdom...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ChaChing Group is a comprehensive graphic design, web design, and web development company, where we focus not only on aesthetics but also on enhancing the overall customer experience...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Logo Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Muang, Thailand
- 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
Nelson Eulalio represents the personal brand of a deeply experienced creative professional who combines design, branding, and marketing strategy to help businesses tell their stories through compelling visuals...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Yandina, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
FPCreatives Studio is a woman- and minority-owned brand & web design studio based in Troy, New York. Led by AshleyPunch, it delivers strategic, high-end branding and web design services for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and creative professionals...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Yonkers, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Matthew Welsford is a driven Designer and Marketer with a diverse skill set, encompassing marketing strategy, brand identity, and web development...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Product Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Chelmsford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
In our Hamburg-based marketing and web agency, you get tailor-made websites, software, branding concepts, and print products combining creative design with smart functionality...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Hamburg, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Your St. Paul marketing agency and solution for web development, SEO, SEM, PPC, video production and more...
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- PPC
- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- St. Paul, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Consumer and trade promotions. Loyalty and incentive programs (consumers, sales force, distribution). Low-budget tv, social media, and radio commercials production...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Advertising
- Event Marketing
- Direct Marketing
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At DolFinContent, we are a bold and innovative graphic design agency that transforms ideas into powerful visual stories. Specializing in bespoke branding, digital artistry, and seamless user experiences, they bring creativity and strategy together to elevate businesses above the competition...
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- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Visionary Advantages is a dynamic, global boutique agency dedicated to repositioning inspired brands into marketing leaders. We offer comprehensive transformations, including branding, marketing, social media content creation, SEO blog writing, email campaigns, and product and packaging design. Our mission is...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Scott Botkins is a Cincinnati-based web design and local SEO agency that has helped small businesses grow online since 2005. Founded and operated by Scott Botkins, the company specializes in custom WordPress websites, local search optimization, website maintenance, and digital marketing solutions tailored to...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a Brazilian Branding company specialized in turning your company’s vision into a visual that looks like a big company, even if you’re just starting.Since 2017 we have delivered over 100 high value projects which made our clients sell more, raise their prices and bring more clients in...
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- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Fortaleza, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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
Sky Foundry are Australian based Shopify experts, we specialise in creating exceptional Shopify websites that look incredible and deliver outstanding results for clients...
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- Digital Services
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Adelaide, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $400/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Welcome to Behind Your Design! We are a team of passionate people who are all about marketing and branding...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Fenton, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Welcome to Depart Creative! My name is Darren Marks, I'm freelance designer, who is running the business Depart Creative for 5 years, with over 10 years experience working as a graphic designer...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Stockport, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
A Freelance Graphic Designer with experience in Packaging design, Visual identity, Script typography, Flat Illustration and more...
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- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
At Akwire Agency, our culture thrives on diversity, weaving together a vibrant tapestry of perspectives and backgrounds. Here, creativity knows no bounds as we embrace each team member's unique strengths. From brainstorming sessions to client meetings, our collaborative spirit fuels innovation, ensuring every...
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- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $47/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a team of creative designers dedicated to elevating ambitious brands to new heights! By combining strategic and creative thinking in all our projects, we are driven by ideas inspired by a strong sense of purpose...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Yerevan, Armenia
- 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.