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Studio Matte
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.We design brands that feel right, because they are built right. Award Winning Brand Design Studio with focus on Strategy, Brand Identity, Packaging and Web Design...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A branding and website design studio based in Stockport, helping startups, SMEs and growing businesses build brands that get noticed, earn trust and drive growth. With over 20 years of design agency experience, I create strategic brand identities, high-performing websites and graphic design that give...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Disley, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Josh Ernst, a skilled graphic artist with an extensive professional background of over 20 years, is the owner and creative genius behind Grain Studio. In addition to Josh's expertise, we leverage a handpicked network of talented professionals to deliver top-quality and cost-effective creative solutions...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Hugo, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Pineapple Studio Designs is a go-to hub for crafting unique branding solutions tailored exclusively for hospitality industry. Offering a full range of branding services to help hospitality business owners establish a strong and memorable brand...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Sámara, Costa Rica
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
With a wealth of experience in design, Pablo has worked both as a freelancer and alongside various studios, providing innovative solutions to a diverse range of clients...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Oviedo, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our main emphasis lies in enhancing our client's brand development and online visibility. We employ innovative luxury branding tactics to establish or reinvigorate the image of businesses in both B2B and B2C sectors...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Woodland Park, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Gusto Design Co. is the independent creative studio of Ryan Cuthriell, a multidisciplinary designer, art director, and illustrator. Gusto crafts brand identity, packaging, graphic design, illustration, and web solutions that help businesses stand out for the right reasons. Strategic enough to solve...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Durham, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Rev.01 is a branding and digital content studio that operates as a flexible, plug-and-play creative partner for modern businesses. As part of Revive.Digital, the studio blends strategic thinking, design, and storytelling to help brands grow through impactful, purpose-driven workwithout the overhead of a large...
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- Branding
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Welcome to my profile! I'm Iðunn Ásgeirsdóttir, an experienced graphic designer passionate about structure, quality, and contemporary design. Explore my work and reach out if you're interested in collaboration...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Location
- Monda, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
NLÉ is a design and development firm focused on innovating cities and communities...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Print Design
- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Jerome Bizien, I'm a Freelance Graphic Designer with over 10 years of experience based in St. Gallen - Switzerland...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Location
- St. Gallen, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Charlotte Day is an illustrator and pattern designer with a strong focus on botanical themes. She studied multidisciplinary Art & Design and trained with the Royal Horticultural Society before earning a Master's degree in Textile Design from the University of the Arts London...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A Toronto-based studio with a focus on meaningful work. Everything we aim to do will be about you, your goals , your vision, and bringing them to life in ways that matter...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- 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
- Logo 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
The adept creative team at Logo Factory is poised to transform your vision into a tangible reality. Through captivating and innovative designs, we specialize in elevating your business's presence, ensuring it stands out distinctly. Anticipate a logo that resonates profoundly, leaving a lasting impression in...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Faro, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 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
Shay Smith Designs helps small businesses and entrepreneurs bring their creative visions to life through bold branding, strategic design, and engaging visuals...
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- Design Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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
Etihad Golden Falcons is a multi-service company based in Riyadh, providing businesses with printing, signage, corporate branding, interior design, and event management solutions. Since launching in 2020, the company has completed projects for over 1,000 clients, covering sectors from retail and corporate to...
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- Print Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Advertising
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
Thrasher Design Studio a creative studio focused on brand development, visual positioning, and the marketing that brings it to life...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Marina del Rey, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a bicoastal branding agency that crafts strategic design, distinctive packaging, and sales-driven web design for food and beverage, restaurants, venues, hotels, and retail brands...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
JUST Creative is an award-winning branding & design agency specializing in brand strategy, brand design & rebranding...
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- Package Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
If you need expert designers in several disciplines at an affordable price, Diseñarte C.A. has everything; We offer you a wide range of design services that you will want to take advantage of...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Caracas, Venezuela
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- 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...
Top Services:
- 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
Archelon Studios is a visionary creative studio specializing in immersive visual storytelling. We blend compelling narratives, innovative design, and cinematic craftsmanship to bring bold ideas to life...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Destin, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
So much goes into building a successful brand and online presence. Creatography simplifies the process by working with you to deliver a roadmap to brand and digital dominance. From your logo, to building a brand strategy, to launching a successful business campaign online, Creatography can help you every step...
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- Email Marketing
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Tucson, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
A full service creative agency that bridges the gap between idea and execution through innovative and beautifully designed brand experiences...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Frisco, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
For over 20 years, MACH4 has provided a full array of web, branding, and marketing services for companies of all sizes in South Jersey and Philadelphia. Our expertise includes web design, ecommerce, graphic design, branding, SEO, website hosting, and WordPress support & security...
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- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Elmer, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project 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
Branding with a spark. Since 2009...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Valencia, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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
At Whitewater, we bring brands to life through bespoke design, branding, photography & videography, artworking, and email campaigns. With a focus on the beauty and hospitality sectors, we deliver creative solutions that captivate your audience and elevate your business...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
A brilliant Freelancer. Great Designs are not imminent but rather inevitable with Hamad Alammash...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are Yellow, a Barcelona-based design and branding agency known for our creative excellence. With a diverse portfolio spanning branding, visual identity, print, and digital media, we specialize in crafting compelling narratives that bring brands to life...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
The End Creative Agency is a Perth-based design studio specialising in annual reports, publications, websites and branding, working with corporate, government and institutional clients across Australia...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Peppermint Grove, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
SUM, a luxury branding and marketing agency in London, partners with ambitious global clients. We offer a comprehensive suite of services from visual identity to website development and social media streamlining your branding journey so you can focus on your core business...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Logo Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
At Loud Crowd Media, we firmly uphold the principle of wholehearted commitment. In a landscape abundant with competition, the essence of a brand's distinction necessitates a substantial impact. Effectively resonating within the marketplace demands an assertive approach. Our strategy involves leveraging...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Umhlanga, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $54/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Creative Director specializing in brand identity and packaging for consumer lifestyle brands. I work with founders at the earliest stage, shaping products before they reach the market through scalable visual systems built for long-term growth...
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- Package Design
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
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
Im Wilfredo Pérez, and this is my professional portfolio showcasing the projects Ive devoted my time and creativity to. My passion for illustration and drawing started as soon as I could hold a pencil, but it wasnt until after 2000 that I began taking on clients among friends and family...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Location
- Yaritagua, Venezuela
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
With 15 years of Graphic Design experience, we specialize in crafting brand identities that are both creative and practical. With over a decade of experience in print production & event design, we have the experience to avoid certain aspects of design that would not allow the logo to "live in the real world"...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Glad Studio is a creative practice focused on crafting thoughtful, visually striking design solutions. Working across branding, digital design, and visual communication, the studio blends clarity, concept, and craft to help brands express themselves with confidence and coherence...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Quimperlé, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Dezineify is a creative design studio that transforms ideas into compelling visuals. We specialize in brand identity, digital design, and visual storytelling to help businesses stand out and connect with their audience...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are Style Driven we are a creative production agency. Overflow for agencies. Full creative for SMBs, Design, Web, Photo, Video - All in-house. Charlotte, NC est. 2016...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
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
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...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Spotlight Graphic Design is a graphic design and web design company led by Melina Kaufman and based out of Palm Beach Gardens, FL. We specialize in logo design, branding, business card design, brochure design, postcard design, and website design...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Aarons Brand is a boutique brand strategy and advisory practice led by Aaron Johnson, focused on helping founder-led businesses gain clarity on their beliefs, positioning, and purpose. The agency blends strategic consulting with hands-on execution, covering everything from brand strategy and identity to...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Advertising
- Print Design
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- Location
- Morgantown, West Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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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.
















































