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Zenpack
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Zenpack is a full-service packaging agency helping growing brands design, engineer, and build scalable packaging systems...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Product Design
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
LEAP Matter is a full-service branding + design agency. With four offices spanning the Midwest, we provide services from web design to trade show and packaging design. We put design — and your customer — in the center of everything we do. Your brand matters. We make it matter more...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Studio AF is an design and marketing agency that crafts exceptional branding, web design, and digital marketing solutions to elevate brands worldwide...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Rijeka, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 32 Projects Listed
Igawa Design is an award-winning, boutique branding and design studio based in Southern California. Founded on the principle that excellent design can shape people's perceptions of a brand and elevate its value in the marketplace...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Signal Hill, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Enhance your brand with 37 years of expert consultancy! Specialising in:• Packaging design• NPD• Corporate identity• Brand guidelines• In-store theatre & POS• Web design• Advertising...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 21 Projects Listed
Dirt is a global creative studio building for the deeply invested, the sick start-ups and the cool giants...
Top Services:
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Wandering Design Studio excels in delivering outstanding branding, design, and marketing solutions to businesses globally. Our expertise ensures that each project achieves exceptional results and elevates our clients' brand presence...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Subiaco, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Infinity Media Design caters to your requirements, we use a consultative approach. We bring more than ten years of professional expertise to the table, gained mostly in management consulting and in-house positions at multinational technology companies. We are able to supply you with the most effective...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Branding
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
From the ambitious start-ups to the big established businesses, we really care about the people we work with. We want to see them succeed, so we give them our best every time...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Branding
- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 25 Projects Listed
Your brand partner for big business breakthroughs. Skyne is the strategic, design and innovation firm for ambitious organisations ready to lead, grow, and stand out...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Market Research
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We are a virtual creative agency specializing in brand identity, web design, video animation, and brand-led marketing for B2B, B2C, and professional services brands. Our non-traditional agency collaborates with passionate talents to deliver the brand love that our clients deserve...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Manchester, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Need a product design or an amazing package? Our clients have tremendous trust in us, because they can count on us to deliver high-quality custom designs that create positive human experiences. We act as an extension of your team and efficiently deliver exactly what you and your customers want...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We're an agency specializing in building memorable brands. We forge emotional connections at every-stage from branding & concept, through brand positioning, to digital marketing-turning your story into real, measurable results...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Campinas, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Gold & Fourth partners with nonprofits to create custom marketing strategies that amplify their impact, ensuring sustainable growth and alignment with their mission...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Package Design
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
P1 Design is a well-established firm with over 20 years of experience, offering design solutions that stand out for their efficiency and professionalism...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Brusque, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Carson Ting is a Canadian artist, illustrator, and creative entrepreneur best known for his vibrant, whimsical visual style and his role as the official FIFA artist representing Canada for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He is the founder of Billion Buns and leads Chairman Ting, an award-winning art and design...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We focus on creating comprehensive branding and identity systems, products and packaging, exhibitions and events, websites and apps, marketing and advertising, and aim to foster ineffable experiences for humans (and also sometimes dogs)...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Framework Films is a full-service creative media production house specializing in ultra high definition (UHD) aerial, drone, timelapse, hyperlapse, motion stabilized cinematography, motion graphics, and 3D Animation. Above all, we discover new creative frontiers and inspire lets shoot for the stars...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
DADI Design House is a UK agency for Design & Marketing. Our studio is founded by our team leader Richard Dadi...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Sophinka Design is an independent graphic design studio founded and led by Sophie Hartl, a designer from Vienna now based in Amsterdam who works with clients internationally. The studio specializes in brand identity design and visual communication, helping passionate businesses develop distinctive...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Campground is a design studio that specializes in creating brands and experiences for bold companies. As a hands-on creative partner, we strengthen and invigorate brands through effective strategy and thoughtful design...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Marco Crisari is a freelance graphic designer operating as a design studio specialising in print work for charities, healthcare and pharma. Also do music industry work for young and/or small upcoming artists...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
My name is Lucia Barbaresso, and I have been a graphic designer for several decades.Passionate about design, my creativity and diverse expertise allow me to offer professional graphic design services varied and customized to your needs...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
At The DM Lab, our mission is to empower businesses with tailored digital solutions that drive growth, engagement, and success in the online realm. With a comprehensive suite of services spanning digital marketing, web development, and strategic consulting, we specialize in crafting bespoke strategies and...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Hereford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Debut is a creative studio dedicated to helping brands and teams launch bold, innovative projects. We specialize in delivering end-to-end solutions across branding, visual design, digital experiences, and strategic communications. By combining creativity, collaboration, and strategy, Team Debut ensures that...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Location
- Heredia, Costa Rica
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
OXO Packaging is a USA- based manufacturers' hub for producing all sorts of Custom Boxes in exquisite style. Your products will no longer have to be wrapped in standard boring boxes. We can create personalized subscription boxes in all sizes and classes according to clients' requirements and product...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Newark, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Nicolás Crespo is an illustrator and graphic designer based in Medellín, Colombia. For more than a decade, he has brought ideas to life through bold, personality-driven illustrations filled with color and attitude, partnering with brands and creatives who want work that goes beyond visual pieces that truly...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Medellín, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Ocean Outdoor is a leading digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising company that creates impactful outdoor media experiences through premium digital screens, innovative technology, and creative storytelling. The company helps brands engage audiences across high-traffic locations in the UK and Europe using...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Advertising
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
I help brands and businesses to have a competitive image and communication, getting the best out of them, building loyalty with their audience and attracting new ones. From Bilbao to the rest of the world...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Bilbao, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
2Soft AR 3D Modeling Services bring your ideas to life with stunning, immersive, and interactive 3D models tailored for augmented reality applications. We specialize in creating high-quality, photorealistic 3D models that enhance user experiences and transform how you engage with your audience...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Print Design
- Design Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Ankara, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We are Newton Creative Co., a small, multidisciplinary creative team located in the scenic area of East Vancouver, BC...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a graphic design studio located in Barcelona, and we believe that graphic design is key to making every project stand out...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
M.Noelle Studios is a creative transformation powerhouse with over a decade of experience amplifying stories of hope, elevating powerful data through design, and collaborating kindly on building a better future for people and planet!...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Welcome to Agencia Sensei a vibrant, independent agency focused on crafting and elevating brands. We specialize in shaping unforgettable identities, crafting smart communication strategies, and making sure your brand shines in a crowded marketplace...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Location
- Valencia, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Independent freelance Brand Designer and Art-Director, working with sustainable start-ups and agencies...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Package Design
- Location
- Alblasserdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Tive, we go beyond visuals, we amplify your brand's energy and take it further than expected. Focused on sports design, we help gyms, trainers, and athletic brands create bold statements that always stand out...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Location
- Doncaster, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Wes Teska, an Indiana-based Creative Director and Designer, creates award-winning designs, branding, content, campaigns, and personal projects across the sports and entertainment industries...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Location
- Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Suleyman Yazki is a seasoned designer and creative director with over a decade of experience in brand identity, experience design, and motion graphics, having collaborated with some of the world's leading companies and cultural institutions...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Location
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Yuanyuan Su is a Design Director with a decade of experience crafting brand identities, visual systems, and multi-channel campaigns. Her work is driven by clarity, strategic narrative, and purposeful collaboration...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Theresa Quedenfeld is a graphic designer focused on creating thoughtful, purpose-driven visuals. Specializing in branding, layout, and digital content, she crafts cohesive design systems that bring clarity, consistency, and meaningful connection across both print and digital platforms...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Based in Paris, Studio Garella operates in the field of graphic design and art direction. Its expertise spans the creation of visual identities, logos, editorial design, photography, video, motion design, and 3D. Blending visual arts and graphic design, the studios projects combine these disciplines to...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Dazed Media is an independent creative media company that blends editorial storytelling, digital publishing, creative strategy, and branded content to help global brands connect with culture-driven audiences through innovative campaigns and multimedia experiences...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
International Magic is a multidisciplinary creative studio that develops brand identities, cultural strategies, digital platforms, and immersive experiences for global brands, institutions, and artists. The studio combines research, systems thinking, and creative direction to build meaningful narratives and...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Happiness is a creative agency with a presence in Brussels, Saigon, Amsterdam, and beyond, built around the philosophy that happiness drives great work and stronger brands. The agency helps brands spread happiness through creative work, using its HAPP-emotions model to identify the happiness emotions most...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Vilvoorde, Belgium
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Welcome to Shine Graphic Design! We are a small creative graphic design studio owned by Sharon Bulmer and based in Wellington New Zealand. We specialise in Graphic Design, Company Branding and Web Design...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Location
- Wellington, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
M+C Saatchi Group is a global creative and communications agency known for combining strategic thinking, cultural insight, and bold creativity to help brands influence culture, drive demand, and achieve business growth. Operating across multiple regions worldwide, the agency delivers advertising, branding...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Advertising
- Public Relations
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Infiuz is a Montreal-based brand strategy, graphic design and website design studio helping businesses and organizations turn ideas, challenges and opportunities into work that gets a response...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Inter is a graphic design studio dedicated to clear visual communication and collaborative work, inspired by the egalitarian ideals of 20th-century international modernismreimagined with a fresh, progressive outlook...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Advertising
- Package Design
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- Location
- West Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Some Designer is a UK-based creative studio specializing in branding, graphic design, and digital visuals. Focused on delivering clear, thoughtful, and engaging design solutions, the studio helps brands communicate with confidence and style...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bureau Oberhaeuser is a design studio specializing in information and interface design. Founded in 2011 in Hamburg by award-winning designer Martin Oberhäuser, the studio brings expertise and innovation to every project...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Design Services
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Hamburg, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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Print Design Agency FAQs
What is a print design agency?
A print design agency is an agency that crafts visual materials specifically designed for physical printing. Its work focuses on amplifying a brand identity by designing the client’s end products that will be printed. These agencies often operate as a one-stop shop for all print design needs, from initial concept development to final output delivery.
Print design is often confused with printing itself, as clients usually expect these two services to go hand in hand. Although some print design agencies offer both customarily, this is not always the case, as the printing process is another discipline altogether.
How does a print design agency help brands with physical brand assets?
A print design agency helps brands with physical brand assets by handling all creative and technical aspects pertaining to the printing. Its process typically commences with defining a concept that corresponds with the brand’s philosophy, objective, and target audience.
Guided by the concept, the team then prepares high-quality visuals, including illustrations, typography, and photography integration, to bring the idea to fruition. Once the visuals are approved, it handles the technical aspects of preparing the design files for printing and making sure they meet printing requirements.
Which businesses see the most value from professional print design?
Businesses that rely heavily on a physical presence and tangible materials to connect with their audience see the most value from professional print design. This includes entities across retail, real estate, and hospitality, which use items like branded packaging, signage, and brochures.
Additionally, businesses that produce custom apparel, such as t-shirts and hoodies, or specialize in personalized products like photo books and invitations, also benefit immensely from high-quality print design to differentiate their offerings and capture attention.
What are the top-rated print design agencies on DesignRush in 2025?
The top-rated print design agencies on DesignRush in 2025 are:
What core and specialized services do print design companies provide?
Print design companies create meticulous designs for brand collaterals, such as:
- Business cards
- Book covers
- Magazines
- Brochures and flyers
- Banners, signage and stationery
- Posters and billboards
How much do print design services cost in 2025?
The cost of print design services in 2025 is highly variable, with a wide range of pricing models and factors influencing the final investment. While a general range of $100 to $150 per hour is a common starting point for many businesses, this figure can vary depending on the project's complexity, type of print design, and the location of the agency.
To get a more accurate estimate, here is a cost breakdown for different type of collaterals:
- Business cards: $50-$2,500 average
- Book covers: $150-$500 per book cover
- Brochures and flyers: $2,500-$10,000
- Banners and signage: $600-$800
- Posters: $150-$250 per hour
- Billboards: $150-$500 per hour
How long does it typically take to receive initial concepts or drafts from a print design agency?
The typical timeline for receiving initial concepts or drafts from a print design agency varies, but it's directly tied to the project's scope and the agency's workload.
For a simple project like a business card or flyer, you might see initial drafts within a few days to a week. However, for larger projects like packaging or a full branding suite, this phase can take two to three weeks, as it requires more in-depth research and strategic development.
What should you look for when hiring a print design agency?
When hiring a print design agency, begin by thoroughly reviewing their portfolio to see if their aesthetic and expertise align with your brand's vision, while paying attention to the variety and quality of their past work. Beyond the visuals, ask for client testimonials or case studies to gauge their communication skills and reliability. You should also confirm that they have specific experience with the type of physical assets you need, like packaging or signage.
What red flags should you watch out for when choosing a print design partner?
When selecting a print design partner, be wary of red flags like a lack of a professional portfolio or negative client testimonials. Avoid agencies that are unresponsive, communicate poorly, or make unrealistic promises about turnaround times or pricing. Additionally, it's a major red flag if they don't seem knowledgeable about the technical aspects of printing, as this can lead to costly errors and a subpar final product.
What questions should you ask a print design agency before signing a contract?
Before signing a contract with a print design agency, here are some key questions you should ask to ensure the candidate is a good fit for your project:
- What designs have you worked on in the same industry as ours?
- How would you define your team’s art style?
- What is your timeline for a print design project from conceptualization to final presentation?
- What services are included in your pricing?
- Will you designate a team for our project, or will an individual designer handle it?
- Are the designs original or based on stock art or templates?
- Who will be our point of contact on your team?
- How many rounds of revisions are included in your fees?
- What is your approval process for the final design?
- Can you connect me with trusted suppliers if you don’t provide in-house printing services?
How does working with a print design agency differ from DIY tools or freelancers?
A print design agency typically handles prepress checks, color calibration, and communicates directly with printers, so you’re less likely to waste money on reprints or mismatched colors. Freelancers may produce strong designs but often leave you to manage print vendors yourself, while DIY tools often rely on pre-designed templates, which can result in a lack of originality and make your brand look generic.
If your project involves large runs, specialty finishes (like foil or embossing), or brand consistency across many assets, an agency saves you costly trial-and-error, whereas freelancers or DIY work better for simple, one-off materials.
Which design tools, production techniques, and vendor networks do top print agencies use?
Top print agencies rely on the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, using Illustrator for vector logos, InDesign for multi-page layouts like brochures, and Photoshop for image editing. For production, they often choose between digital printing for quick, low-volume runs and offset printing for superior quality on large orders.
These agencies also have a network of trusted printers and vendors, which allows them to recommend specialized techniques like embossing, letterpress, or die-cutting and manage the entire production process to guarantee a high-quality final product.
How legitimate is the content in the FAQs?
We’re committed to providing practical and accurate information to both businesses and agencies, so we turned to Courtney Bozigian, brand director at Digital Silk, a leading web design agency. She shared insights on designing for print and what it takes to balance creativity with brand consistency.
As a branding expert, Bozigian has overseen creative initiatives of many distinguished entities. Her portfolio lists Marvel, Monopoly, Spiderman TV, and Playskool as some of the names she has worked with. At Digital Silk, she directed high-profile branding and digital marketing initiatives and helped companies sharpen their brand identity through captivating storytelling and design.