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Oblique Design is your ultimate destination for exceptional visual communication solutions that captivate and elevate your brand. As a leading design agency, we offer an array of services designed to amplify your brand's visual presence...
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- Location
- Boulder, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Your passion is our passion, your desire our desire, your goals our goals. We dont just work for you, we work with you. Your brand is our brand because we understand that your success is our success and ONLY when you succeed will we...
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- Location
- Crestview Hills, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
fagerström is an independent design studio developing unique, cohesive and meaningful solutions for bold brands that stray from the ordinary. We work for clients from all over the world and across different industries; from startups to large corporations. Our services include brand strategy, visual identity...
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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
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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
At Graphically Speaking, we help you deliver your message with sales and marketing collateral, designed to make you stand out from the crowd, and distinguish your company from its' competitors. Our design expertise includes logo design, corporate identity, and brand development for print, web, and display...
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- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Dana Point, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Muir Design stands as a Graphic Design firm that crafts comprehensive brands designed to resonate and forge emotional connections with individuals. My design methodology seamlessly merges strategy with a deep commitment to craftsmanship. My expertise lies in developing logos, brochures, and websites catering...
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- Graphic Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 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
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- WordPress Website 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
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
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- Logo Design
- Product 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
Creating effective designs that help you achieve your marketing objectives is the name of our game! Eye-catching + Effective...
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- Print Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
DaBiri Designs provides graphic and print design, branding and corporate identity, and custom web design at a price that is much less than larger design firms. We have municipalities and government agencies as well as many businesses as clients...
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- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Seminole, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Great Believer is a design agency! Founded in 2011 and based in Brooklyn, NY. We are in web, branding, and print. With a thoughtful approach to each project, will magnify your organization's mission and inspire your audiences to take action...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Agência Logo Direito helps elevate your presence in the legal market with a custom-designed logo for lawyers. Our exceptional quality guarantees a logo that genuinely reflects your professional excellence...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Location
- Nanuque, Brazil
- 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"...
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- 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
We combine creativity and technical expertise in design, development, creative media, domains, and hosting to help businesses stand out online. We offer personalised consultations to understand each client's brand and objectives, ensuring tailored solutions that create a lasting impact. Our goal is to unleash...
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- Web Development
- Print Design
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Randburg, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
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
Piranijart is a branding, packaging and visual identity studio focused on helping businesses build clear and recognizable brand communication...
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- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are part of the OBM Group and collaborate with partner agencies including FQ Brasil / M&C Saatchi, Nova Agência Brasil, Housein Marketing Digital, and FOZ WRG.This network gives us robust creative and operational capabilities, supported by a team of over 80 professionals dedicated to delivering...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Advertising
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- Location
- Curitiba, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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
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- Branding
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Visuh is a creative digital agency that specializes in building strong brand identities through thoughtful design and strategy. Their services typically include branding, visual identity, web design, and creative consultinghelping businesses communicate clearly and stand out visually in a competitive digital...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- 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
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- Video Production
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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
Good Optics Design Co is a logo & branding design platform dedicated to helping you instill trust and professionalism with professional branding design...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are a digital design and development agency that combines creativity and technology to turn your ideas into reality. Explore our services in branding, web design, e-commerce stores, and graphic materials. Your brand deserves the best lets create something amazing together!...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Caxias do Sul, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
With a wealth of experience spanning more than 25 years in marketing, web design, and graphic design, I focus on meeting the specific needs of small businesses, real estate professionals, and non-profit organizations located in Southwest Florida...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Naples, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Kymera is the intersection between experience and expertise. We are sincere, intentional, committed, confident, knowledgeable, reliable, and enthusiastic...
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- Digital Marketing
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- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
WE CREATE BRAND IMPACT.ENGAGING, STRATEGIC & NO BULLSH!T.REAL MARKETING SOLUTIONS...REAL RESULTS...
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- Location
- Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a small graphic design agency with over 25 years of experience. We offer everything from creating your logo to creating promotional print work as well as building beautiful websites to showcase your business ensuring continuation of your brand for maximum impact across all media...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Woodbridge, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Althaus is an independent branding and digital design studio. We work with a limited number of clients, and every project is led directly by the founder, from the earliest ideas through launch...
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- Branding
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
NeigerDesign is an award-winning strategic marketing and design agency with decades of experience helping organizations build impactful brands and communication programs. Since 1989, the agency has specialized in delivering integrated solutions that combine branding, design, development, and production to...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Evanston, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We offer Graphic and web design, email marketing, social networks, for companies, businesses, SMEs, professionals and entrepreneurs...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $24/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We approach every project individually. We start with a non-binding and free conversation about the needs of your brand and its goals for the future. We only provide an estimate once we have a clear understanding of the exact scope and requirements of the project. This way, we can create the best so...
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- Web Design
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a graphic and web design agency with over 20 years of experience building websites for small to medium-sized businesses. Specialising in Wordpress and Shopify, all our web work is entirely bespoke and we also offer our Wordpress web build and project management service to other design and marketing...
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- Design Services
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Reading, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Together with you, we help your business to discover its core and align it to the messaging and visuals, so that you can stand out and gain trust and be known...
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- Branding
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- Package Design
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- Location
- Wiesbaden, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
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- Location
- Pretoria, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
Paul Johns is an independent graphic and web designer based in Los Angeles. With over a decade of experience, he crafts pixel-perfect branding, responsive websites, and visual assets across both digital and physical media for small to mid-sized businesses. His versatile skill set spans banner ads, billboards...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Location
- Santa Clarita, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Thinkso is a creative agency built for business, where content and strategy drive design...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Hey! We are Wozcreative is a design studio formed by Elwira Wozniak. Elwira is a Freelance Graphic and Web Designer who has founded Wozcreative back in 2008...
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- Logo Design
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- Location
- Halton Hills, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Billal Hossain possesses official certification as a Graphic Designer and holds substantial expertise as an executive Virtual Assistant, catering to Entrepreneurs, Individuals, Startups, and non-profit Organizations for over seven years, focusing on the essential aspects of the field...
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- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are a creative studio specializing in branding, print, digital assets and websites. We mix creativity and strategy to make your business stand out and your message stick...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Through a combination of product design, taxonomy, testing and iteration, we can ensure the right users get to the right places. We're experts in UX and UI and have made a real difference to companies large and small...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Windsor, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Hey there! My name is Jenny Spratt, a Creative Director with over 20 years of experience designing brands for a range of sectors & clients. Currently based in London, United Kingdom...
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We've been working on graphic design since 2001. The strategy was incorporated into our services, increasingly connected to technology. We're a branding agency recognized for conceptually strong and relevant projects...
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- Web Design
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- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Chance is an independent creative agency specializing in brand strategy, creative campaigns, design, digital experiences, and cultural storytelling. The agency partners with ambitious brands to create meaningful work that connects with audiences and drives business growth...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Córdoba, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects 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...
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- 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
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
Hey there! my name is David Watson, I'm a professional Graphic Designer with over 25 years of of experience in the industry. I offer concept-driven, creative design for print and the web...
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- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Loughborough, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
With our experience and expertise, we will work closely with you to create tailor-made solutions that meet your specific needs and exceed your expectations...
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- Logo Design
- Content Marketing
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Como, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- 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
Providing Graphic Design, Logo & Branding, Web Design & Digital Marketing Services for over 26 years, Australia-wide.With clients located throughout Australia, the USA, Canada and the UK, Smartfish provide a wide range of graphic design and digital marketing services including website design, logo design...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Parreara, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Art Director and self-taught Graphic Designer with 9+ years of experience specializing in brand identity design. Helping businesses translate strategy into clear, consistent and impactful visual systems...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Bahia, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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Print Design Agency FAQs
What is a print design agency?
A print design agency is an agency that crafts visual materials specifically designed for physical printing. Its work focuses on amplifying a brand identity by designing the client’s end products that will be printed. These agencies often operate as a one-stop shop for all print design needs, from initial concept development to final output delivery.
Print design is often confused with printing itself, as clients usually expect these two services to go hand in hand. Although some print design agencies offer both customarily, this is not always the case, as the printing process is another discipline altogether.
How does a print design agency help brands with physical brand assets?
A print design agency helps brands with physical brand assets by handling all creative and technical aspects pertaining to the printing. Its process typically commences with defining a concept that corresponds with the brand’s philosophy, objective, and target audience.
Guided by the concept, the team then prepares high-quality visuals, including illustrations, typography, and photography integration, to bring the idea to fruition. Once the visuals are approved, it handles the technical aspects of preparing the design files for printing and making sure they meet printing requirements.
Which businesses see the most value from professional print design?
Businesses that rely heavily on a physical presence and tangible materials to connect with their audience see the most value from professional print design. This includes entities across retail, real estate, and hospitality, which use items like branded packaging, signage, and brochures.
Additionally, businesses that produce custom apparel, such as t-shirts and hoodies, or specialize in personalized products like photo books and invitations, also benefit immensely from high-quality print design to differentiate their offerings and capture attention.
What are the top-rated print design agencies on DesignRush in 2025?
The top-rated print design agencies on DesignRush in 2025 are:
What core and specialized services do print design companies provide?
Print design companies create meticulous designs for brand collaterals, such as:
- Business cards
- Book covers
- Magazines
- Brochures and flyers
- Banners, signage and stationery
- Posters and billboards
How much do print design services cost in 2025?
The cost of print design services in 2025 is highly variable, with a wide range of pricing models and factors influencing the final investment. While a general range of $100 to $150 per hour is a common starting point for many businesses, this figure can vary depending on the project's complexity, type of print design, and the location of the agency.
To get a more accurate estimate, here is a cost breakdown for different type of collaterals:
- Business cards: $50-$2,500 average
- Book covers: $150-$500 per book cover
- Brochures and flyers: $2,500-$10,000
- Banners and signage: $600-$800
- Posters: $150-$250 per hour
- Billboards: $150-$500 per hour
How long does it typically take to receive initial concepts or drafts from a print design agency?
The typical timeline for receiving initial concepts or drafts from a print design agency varies, but it's directly tied to the project's scope and the agency's workload.
For a simple project like a business card or flyer, you might see initial drafts within a few days to a week. However, for larger projects like packaging or a full branding suite, this phase can take two to three weeks, as it requires more in-depth research and strategic development.
What should you look for when hiring a print design agency?
When hiring a print design agency, begin by thoroughly reviewing their portfolio to see if their aesthetic and expertise align with your brand's vision, while paying attention to the variety and quality of their past work. Beyond the visuals, ask for client testimonials or case studies to gauge their communication skills and reliability. You should also confirm that they have specific experience with the type of physical assets you need, like packaging or signage.
What red flags should you watch out for when choosing a print design partner?
When selecting a print design partner, be wary of red flags like a lack of a professional portfolio or negative client testimonials. Avoid agencies that are unresponsive, communicate poorly, or make unrealistic promises about turnaround times or pricing. Additionally, it's a major red flag if they don't seem knowledgeable about the technical aspects of printing, as this can lead to costly errors and a subpar final product.
What questions should you ask a print design agency before signing a contract?
Before signing a contract with a print design agency, here are some key questions you should ask to ensure the candidate is a good fit for your project:
- What designs have you worked on in the same industry as ours?
- How would you define your team’s art style?
- What is your timeline for a print design project from conceptualization to final presentation?
- What services are included in your pricing?
- Will you designate a team for our project, or will an individual designer handle it?
- Are the designs original or based on stock art or templates?
- Who will be our point of contact on your team?
- How many rounds of revisions are included in your fees?
- What is your approval process for the final design?
- Can you connect me with trusted suppliers if you don’t provide in-house printing services?
How does working with a print design agency differ from DIY tools or freelancers?
A print design agency typically handles prepress checks, color calibration, and communicates directly with printers, so you’re less likely to waste money on reprints or mismatched colors. Freelancers may produce strong designs but often leave you to manage print vendors yourself, while DIY tools often rely on pre-designed templates, which can result in a lack of originality and make your brand look generic.
If your project involves large runs, specialty finishes (like foil or embossing), or brand consistency across many assets, an agency saves you costly trial-and-error, whereas freelancers or DIY work better for simple, one-off materials.
Which design tools, production techniques, and vendor networks do top print agencies use?
Top print agencies rely on the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, using Illustrator for vector logos, InDesign for multi-page layouts like brochures, and Photoshop for image editing. For production, they often choose between digital printing for quick, low-volume runs and offset printing for superior quality on large orders.
These agencies also have a network of trusted printers and vendors, which allows them to recommend specialized techniques like embossing, letterpress, or die-cutting and manage the entire production process to guarantee a high-quality final product.
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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.