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Shira Bentley is a Sydney-based illustrator and graphic designer who started her career as a print artist, showcasing and publishing her work across the country...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Leichhardt, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
NEWaukee is a Milwaukee-based experiential agency specializing in event production and brand activations. We work with organizations looking for innovative ways to engage their customers...
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- Event Marketing
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Offering customized digital graphic design services, including logos/branding, websites, brochures and printed materials, trade show and conference materials, signage and displays, graphics for giveaways and customized programming for websites and apps!, Downtown Bethesda, MD a few miles from downtown DC and...
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- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Bethesda, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Innovative, functional, and eco-friendly WordPress websites, premium WordPress hosting, and modern graphic design crafted with passion. Your brand. Your vision. Online...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Croxley Green, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Anselmi Branding
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Experts in branding, visual identity and all the touchpoints a brand can have.We believe that the future is now and that branding is the greatest enhancer of any business...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Rabbit Studio is strategic branding studio specializing in naming, brand identity, websites, graphic design services, and marketing...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Martin, Slovakia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Hey! My name is Katie Wilhelm, I'm an independent graphic designer and marketer practicing professionally since 2009. Currently based in London, Ontario...
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- Design Services
- Print Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- London Ontario, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our creative studio employs strategic design principles to craft compelling experiences across print, digital, and physical spaces. We are committed to harnessing the potential of design to foster beneficial transformations...
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- Product Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Syrah Design is a Graphic Design Studio that combines creativity, technical expertise, and strategy to develop visual solutions. We design logos, brand identities, printed materials, and digital assets that are both highly functional and aesthetically appealing...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Montevideo, Uruguay
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Don't be fooled. Studio of one sounds small, but the ambition, experience, and collaborative energy crammed into every project makes for heavy-weight work that helps brands in the south west and beyond connect with their audiences...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Exeter, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Block 81 is a Portland-based design studio specializing in user-focused websites for tech, non-profits, manufacturing, music, and creative agencies. We create designs that center your audience and deliver exceptional value, becoming a vital piece of your bigger picture...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
The Inspired Fox is a UK-based creative studio specialising in digital design, illustration, and clear visual communication turning complex ideas into work thats both expressive and strategically effective...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Ashford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
MAUM STUDIO is a South Korea-based design studio in Seoul that focuses on storytelling through design. The studio approaches design by listening to and understanding the stories behind people, brands, and ideas, then translating those stories into meaningful visual expressions...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Seoul, South Korea
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our objective is to serve as a one-stop shop for business owners. Our goal is to increase your bottom line by saving you money by removing the need to pay for temporary help. Simply put, we are here to help you save time and money so you can concentrate on expanding your business...
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- Web Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Galveston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
At Blu Edge, we go above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction. Our dedication is unwavering, providing you with the support that makes all your business goals a reality. With us as your ally in growth, success has never been closer...
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- Advertising
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Hazmiyeh, Lebanon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Studio Dolphins is a creative agency that provides visual communication design services. Currently based in Thessaloniki, Greece...
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- Branding
- Product Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Thessaloniki, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Marcus Engel, I'm a 38 years old, award-winning designer based in Berlin, Germany...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Beeline Design & Communications is a graphic design studio located in Peterborough, Ontario. With more than 25 years of experience, the studio delivers creative solutions for projects of all scales, serving clients across a wide range of industries...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Peterborough, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Exhibit Experience is a full-service trade show exhibit rental company specializing in Orlando trade show exhibit rentals and custom exhibit solutions. We provide turnkey exhibit services including design, graphics, logistics, installation, dismantle, and exhibitor paperwork coordination...
Top Services:
- Event Marketing
- Branding
- Print Design
- Advertising
- Direct Marketing
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Founded in Chapel Hill, CH Web Agency is a trusted multidisciplinary team with advanced training in human-computer interaction, user research, computer science, and quality assurance. We deliver some of the highest-quality WordPress websites in North Carolina, backed by strong customer service...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Chapel Hill, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
PT Okular Kreasi Artaguna
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Okular implements value proposition as the foundation of its visual and communication brand strategy. Through consistency in goal and delivery, a brand is designed to give lasting experience to the audience...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
- Package Design
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- Location
- West Jakarta, Indonesia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The Web Shop is a Perth-based web design agency specialising in creating stunning, high-performance websites that drive results. With a focus on custom WordPress solutions, The Web Shop blends innovative design with seamless functionality to deliver sites that engage visitors and convert leads. Whether you're...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
TechXperts serves as an all-encompassing destination catering to various technological and small business needs. Our array of services includes proficient web design, SEO marketing strategies, computer and network repairs, and tailored custom applications. With expertise spanning across these diverse areas...
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- SEO
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Kennedale, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Brand Folk is more than a typical branding agency we're specialists dedicated to helping small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) build the right brand from the very start...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Warrington, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Branding For Ambitious SMEs...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Hey there! My name is Dustin Walsh, I'm a Graphic Designer and a person behind Dustin Walsh Design.My services include: graphic design, web design, commercial printing, video, photography, marketing, branding and more...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Gainesville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Pixel & Pen Design Co. is your go-to destination for exceptional graphic design services in Ontario. Our versatile skillset empowers us to tackle projects with practicality and adaptability, ensuring effective design solutions. We specialize in various mediums for corporate design and small businesses...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- New Tecumseth, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SJD World Ltd is a creative studio located in Hamilton, Bermuda, recognized with multiple awards. We offer expertise in graphic design, website development, AI chatbot integration, and comprehensive brand support services...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Hamilton, Bermuda
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
For over 20 years, we've been helping brands connect with the world through design and digital innovation. As an independent full-service agency, we're proud to call the edge of the Peak District in scenic Derbyshire our home...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Cutthorpe, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hi! Im Alex Bacic, a graphic designer with over a decade of experience and the founder of Monohrom Design Studio, established in 2018...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Belgrade, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Creative West Graphic Solutions is a California-based design studio specializing in bold branding. We help schools, businesses, and organizations stand out with design that connects and truly stands out...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Livingston, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Danielle Crockett is a design director specializing in branding and digital experiences. Her design work is dedicated to supporting progressive movements across the United States...
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- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Christian Martinez is a graphic designer based in the Inland Empire, bringing over five years of professional experience working as an in-house designer...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Advertising
- Print Design
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- Location
- Redlands, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
CG Ink is a full-service creative studio based in Skokie, IL, specializing in bold, strategic design that drives results. With 15+ years in branding, print, and digital design, we help businesses and organizations tell their stories through powerful visuals, logos, websites, packaging, signage, and apparel...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Skokie, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Victor Ramos is a graphic designer with over nine years of experience, driven by a strong passion for design and its related disciplines. Victor specializes in creating brand identities that are both distinctive and functional...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Montes Claros, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Delphine Meier is an independent illustrator, muralist, and art director who creates vibrant visual storytelling for brands, publications, and public spaces. With more than 13 years of experience, she develops distinctive illustrations, murals, editorial artwork, branding, and packaging designs that combine...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The Woork is a branding consultancy that helps organizations build meaningful brands through strategic positioning, identity development, and brand management. The studio collaborates closely with clients to create brands that strengthen business performance, foster authentic connections, and support...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
AP Tech is a web design and marketing agency located in Oklahoma City. We proudly support clients in all types of industries with personable and custom websites, SEO campaigns, video, branding and more!...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Show more
- Location
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Diamond S Designs offers a wide variety of services, including printing services, apparel, promotional products, website design, graphic design, and social media management...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Live Oak, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We Do replaces fragmented branding by taking total responsibility for your growth. We manage your complete design ecosystem, design, brand consistency, and print into one accountable hub...
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- Digital Marketing
- Print Design
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Oak Park, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
SiteRider is a solo agency founded in 2023 by Dominik Rajdl in Feldkirchen, Germany. Specializing in web design and managed hosting, Dominik provides concept-to-launch services: branding and secure hosting. Serving freelancers, small businesses, and creatives, he ensures cohesive design and technical...
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- Web Design
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Feldkirchen, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We create design pieces inspired by the harmony of nature, blending artistic vision, creativity, and a genuine passion for crafting unique, original projects. Every collaboration begins with deep listening, evolves through shared ideas, and takes shape with care and attention to detail. From concept to...
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- Video Production
- Package Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Valparaíso, Chile
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Gibson Design Associates is a technologically adept UI/UX design, website design, and graphic design firm serving a national clientele from Charlottesville, VA. Their scientific education helps us present complex information in easy-to-understand ways...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Print Design
- Location
- Charlottesville, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Design Shifu is an on-demand design subscription for growing businesses, at a flat monthly rate. Get unlimited requests and revisions, dedicated designers, and a 24-hour turnaround. No agency overhead, no freelancer guesswork, just consistent design output whenever you need it...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $18/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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
Welcome to Greensplash Design! We are your complete creative and digital marketing agency based in Stapeley, Cheshire...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Blacon, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Our work encompasses identity creation, brand development, digital, print, environmental graphics and more, all in house...
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- Web Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Visuals for Vigil specializes in delivering exceptional graphics and web services with a creative and professional touch. We ofer personalized attention and tailored approach to each project, ensuring that every design we create reflects our clients' unique vision and brand identity...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Sato Mateus Design is an independent branding and art direction studio specializing in thoughtful brand identities and meaningful visual experiences. Working with clients worldwide, the studio combines strategic thinking, craftsmanship, and human-centered design to create brands that bring clarity...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Santana do Riacho, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bridget Hoadley, the human behind Elastic Design, is a creative designer, illustrator and dyslexic thinker working with folk on print design, branding, illustration, and publishing...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Fitzroy, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $170/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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.
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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.