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We turn exciting ideas (that are truly cool) into disruptive brands with sexy products that make culture forward. We dont do this because we want to, or need to. We do this because we love doing it, and we simply cant live without it. Its our way of living...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Package Design
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- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Grávita is a strategic branding agency that transforms businesses into Magnetic Brands through a combination of brand strategy, identity design, and activation...
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- Branding
- Print Design
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- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
MusiGraphics is a Houston-based creative and production partner helping businesses, schools and public organizations move projects from concept to finished production. Since 1998, weve combined graphic design with commercial printing, large-format graphics, signage, environmental graphics, apparel, packaging...
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- Email Marketing
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At The Golden Noise, we are a multidisciplinary design and marketing agency dedicated to boosting brands through tailor-made communication strategies. With our expertise in design and marketing, we help businesses effectively convey their message and stand out in today's competitive landscape...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Marseille, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Ashlar Projects works closely with clients to create tailored marketing plans and brand experiences that include logos, websites, collateral, signage, social media, and more...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
Rocoto Design Studio Inc. is a Miami-based creative powerhouse with 10+ years crafting distinctive packaging, branding, UX design, illustrations, and software solutions. We infuse every project with authentic identity, wielding line and color with reverence and purpose to tell compelling visual stories that...
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- Print Design
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
- Video Production
- Package Design
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- Location
- Miami Shores, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
CSP (Creative Studio Productions) is a digital media company that specializes in creating impactful content, focusing on clear messaging to cut through the noise. We offer enterprise-level services, including website development, client acquisition systems, SEO, and high-quality video production, all tailored...
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- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Eagan, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Geek Dental Marketing is a Miami-based dental marketing agency specializing in growth-focused strategies for modern dental practices. We help dentists attract consistent new patients through Dental SEO, Google Ads marketing, branding, websites, and AI-driven search visibility. Our approach goes beyond design...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- PPC
- Print Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Boxcar Creative is an acclaimed digital advertising agency based in Dallas. We specialize in crafting cutting-edge online marketing strategies that are both effective and stylish...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Snap is your one stop shop for all things design, print & branding. With a team of 25+ expert graphic designers across Ireland, you are in good hands!...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
Belong Creative stands out as a premier branding agency in Sydney, committed to fostering a profound sense of belonging for brands, designs, and content. Through our innovative approach, we strive to create a cohesive identity that resonates authentically with the audience, establishing a lasting connection...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Video Production
- Web Design
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Passionate freelancer who loves bringing ideas to life, whether in print or on screen. I am committed to creating designs that don't just meet your needs, they exceed them...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Palmetto, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Bold designs for bold visions. We are a creative branding design studio in Northern California specializing in brand identity, graphic design for print, book & publication design, web design, and digital marketing...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Roseville, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Sanna is a branding studio in Glossop, Derbyshire. We work with organisations across Greater Manchester and beyond that elevate communities and culture. Using strategy and design to create brands people believe in...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Glossop, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Were here to help clients get closer to their customers. Everything starts with strategy and ends with success. In between, theres collaboration, inspiration, and lots of hard work...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
At The Starr Conspiracy, we are a strategic marketing and advertising agency exclusively focused on enterprise software and services. With our deep understanding of your market segment, we accelerate your growth by building market share, increasing brand awareness and generating valuable sales leads...
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- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Fort Worth, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Welcome to ARTINA graphic & design! My name is Martina Gadermeier, I'm an Austrian designer who founded ARTINA graphic & design in 2008...
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- Print Design
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Mondsee, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Hey there! My name is Jay de Jesus, I'm a UX designer currently based in Las Vegas, the heart of Nevada...
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- Print Design
- Design Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Jones Knowles Ritchie (JKR) is a global branding agency that helps organizations build distinctive brands through strategy, identity design, and brand experience. Since 1990, the agency has partnered with leading global brands to create memorable identities and transformative brand strategies that strengthen...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We believe content is the driver of all digital marketing programs. We believe that good content drives SEO, cutting through the noise to deliver brand messages. In short, we believe in good content...
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- Content Marketing
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Video Production
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Since 2008, Creatik has partnered with businesses to craft brands that stand out with clarity, consistency and impact. As a strategic design partner we build the ecosystems that keep them delivering across every touchpoint and give our clients the presence and momentum to succeed...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Sutherland, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
CloudKrest is a leading digital marketing and B2B web design company located in San Joaquin County. It offers a range of affordable digital tools and services to help businesses grow, including digital marketing, web design and development, search engine optimization, branding, identity design, content...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Stockton, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We are a design and marketing agency that enjoys partnering with small business owners to take marketing off their plates and help them grow and scale their companies...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Chattanooga, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We are Novagram, a creative agency founded in 2010 in London, UK. Specializing in branding, design and digital development...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Hey there! My name is Becky Salliss, founder of Black Cherry Design Studio, a boutique graphic design practice created from a deep passion for thoughtful, authentic design. I launched the studio in 2025 to help brands communicate with clarity and creativity through compelling visual storytelling...
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- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Pooksgreen, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are graphic designers and illustrators based in Toronto with 15+ years of experience, specializing in branding, logo design, web design, and marketing materials for companies both big and small...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Design Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Independent graphic designer with over 10 years of experience, dedicated to enhancing your visual communication. Based in Montreal, Quebec, I collaborate remotely with businesses in France and Quebec because creativity knows no boundaries!...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
D2 Creative Studio specializes in innovative design solutions, blending creativity with strategy to deliver impactful branding, web design, and visual communication...
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- Web Design
- Print Design
- Design Services
- Location
- Düsseldorf, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Roana Art and Design is creative studio specializing in branding, graphic design, and illustration...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
For Businesses & Non-Profits:ready to work with a trusted partner on your website?JVM Makes website design, support services and WordPress maintenance worry-free...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Roseburg, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
I am a Strategic Identity Designer - helping founder-led businesses close the gap between how good they are and how they show up to the world through branding, design and marketing services. This is a strategic brand design studio who believes great design should be easy to implement and work for the client...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Sâncraiu de Mureș, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
As a Dallas-based branding and identity firm with over 25 years of experience across various industries including manufacturing, real estate, beauty, and more - ZIELINSKI Design Associates Inc. is committed to fostering innovation through creative solutions for clients both B2B & B2C...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Get Real Creative Collective | Website Creation & Branding...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Onerity
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Onerity is a product-consulting and UI/UX design studio with offices in Cupertino, California and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It specializes in product consulting, user interface and experience (UI/UX) design, branding, and creative digital graphics. Onerity helps businesses transform ideas into intuitive...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Product Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Cupertino, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hey there! My name is Mireille Fiset, I'm a professional Graphic Designer, with over 20 years of experience in the field have taught me how to target communication according to the challenges and realities of the client...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Sixfold studio is a Lisbon-based digital studio that combines strategy, design and technology to turn a brand's digital presence into a competitive advantage. We create brands, websites and digital experiences that communicate clearly and drive better business...
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- Print Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
Brand strategy and creative studio based in KSA...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Temple Design is a full-service Web Design, Graphic Design and Digital Agency. Offering a complete website solution including Domain setup, Website hosting setup, Email setup and training so you can take over the site yourself. Temple also IT support and services to local businesses and home users...
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- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Fremantle, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We create work that’s informed by real relationships, where we constantly look, listen and learn. Only when we’ve taken the time to fully understand your business objectives will we offer an opinion. We’ve been launching brands for over 16 years, providing creative solutions which balance functionality...
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- Design Services
- Package Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Brighton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
WelchCreative is a one-stop shop for award-winning marketing, design, and copywriting services for print and online projects with support from concept to launch and beyond...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
D&GG Marketing Communications and Advertising, Public Relation. As a family-owned and operated business, we pride ourselves on delivering every assignment on time and within budget. We have never missed a deadline or failed to meet a clients objectiveand our standard is simple: were only as good as our most...
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- Print Design
- Video Production
- Design Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Hey there! My name is Shira Heimann, a graphic and web designer passionate about crafting clean, minimal designs that are purposeful, thoughtful, and perfectly aligned with each brand...
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- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Tikka Junction Brampton | Authentic Indian Food, Paneer Tikka & Top-Rated Tandoori Restaurant...
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- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Public Relations
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Brampton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Tatwansh Digital is a digital and creative agency specializing in visual storytelling and impactful design. From three-dimensional (3D) animation to graphic design, digital marketing, and strategic campaign planning, its team delivers exceptional results tailored to clients' needs and goals. The agency excels...
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- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Cossette is a Canadian full-service creative marketing and communications agency that helps brands build lasting impact through advertising, branding, digital experiences, media, content, AI, and integrated marketing solutions...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Advertising
- AI Development
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- Location
- Québec City, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Rafaela Terencio is a Brazil-based brand designer and brand identity specialist working from Campo Grande, MS, Brazil. She focuses on crafting distinctive visual identities that seamlessly blend strategic clarity with bold aesthetics, helping brands stand out...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Show more
- Location
- Campo Grande, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
JT Studio is a web design and branding studio in Chandler, Arizona. We build fast, custom websites for service businesses, coaches and B2B companies, then help them show up in Google and in AI search tools like ChatGPT. Every site is hand built with smooth scrolling, real photos and copy written to turn...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- SEO
- Logo Design
- Show more
- Location
- Chandler, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
For 15 years, OVO has built upon an ability to deliver on the promises we have made to our clients, the expertise of our people, the efficacy of our consultation and the professional manner in which we execute. We are a smaller agency by design, employing only senior staff who work collaboratively on every...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Print Design
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Concept Incarnate is a graphic design company that serves businesses by curating a professional brand that supports client-set business goals. From Sketch to full production, we help clients on their brand journey with website design, logo design, print design and motion graphics...
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- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
GUUG is a creative print studio in Rome. We turn ideas into high-quality prints: theses, business cards, photo posters, stickers, and more...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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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.