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Thinking, writing and planning earth-shattering brand stories are just a part of what we do. For more than 8 years, we have been using graphic design, strategy, branding and websites to bring dreams to life...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Caldas da Rainha, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 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...
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- Print Design
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- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We're a creative team that delivers tangible results through exceptional strategies, brand identities, websites, and campaigns...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Building brands with leaders, founders and investors taking that next big leap...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Design Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
GCMD helps businesses in transition pivot their brand, web presence and marketing so they thrive into the future. Our dedicated team of design & marketing professionals with a passion for digital excellence...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Advertising
- SEO
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Portland, Maine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
We start every project from a blank page no formulas, just ideas that reveal the soul of each brand. Every detail serves a story built on essence, aesthetics, and lasting impact because for us, design is storytelling, not decoration...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Build a bold, cohesive brand identity with Aurum Creative a design studio specializing in logos, branding, and web design for modern entrepreneurs and startups...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Creasions, an digital advertising Dallas Agency, offers top-notch digital marketing strategies that will help your business stay ahead of the competition. Our digital marketing services are designed to increase your online visibility and help your website rank higher on search engines...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We are a family owned and operated printing company for more than 38 years. With Atlanta AdGraphics, you can always count on getting the highest quality graphic design, printed materials and promotional products for your company. From business cards to postcards to trade show graphics to flyers, we are your...
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- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Lawrenceville, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Providing Project Management, Business, And Marketing Solutions. We offer a wide range of services and custom solutions that can ensure your online presence, identify areas of improvement, automate processes, and provide you with tools and analytical insights so you can make informed decisions that help take...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Logo Design
- SEO
- Branding
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- Location
- Naperville, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Carbon3Sixty is a WBE-certified graphic design and marketing agency. We are passionate about transforming businesses into brands. We do this by unifying and strengthening your brand promise at every touchpoint. Consistency builds brand equity and increases win rates, trust, and market share...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Design Services
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We help you discover, design, and deliver your next branded experience to attract your ideal customers and grow your bottom line. We design authentic solutions to help brands that care, discover and share their unique story. Our core specialties are logo and branding systems, graphic art & illustration...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Waynesville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Dynamica Design & Advertising Strategic Branding, Creative Design & Digital Growth Experts. From modern logo design to comprehensive brand systems, print materials, digital campaigns, and social media content, we create high-impact creative solutions that drive long-term business growth...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Ashton Design is a Baltimore-based studio that has been enhancing human experiences through identity, environment, print and digital projects since 1985. Our collaborative approach from concept through implementation has earned us a reputation for unique, creative and timeless design...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 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...
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- 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
Workshop Branding is a trusted strategic brand and package design agency with over 20 years of experience. We assist brands in telling their unique stories and standing out in the market. Our comprehensive services cover brand strategy, branding, logo, and package design. With a personal approach, we...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Favorite Child, a Quad agency, is a spirited design agency with the soul of a boutique, backed by the scale and know-how of a global company. We help brands play favorite and win with strategic design that makes your brand easy to love, hard to ignore and impossible to resist...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
SOBO Concepts is a promotional products design studio that goes beyond putting a logo on a product. We work across hospitality, food and beverage, events, technology, and retail to design SWAG that actually reflects a brand. Every project starts with understanding the client's identity, audience, and goals...
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- Branding
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Event Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hey there! My name is Max Alfaro, I'm a freelance graphic designer with over 20 years of experience. I started my journey in 2001, first as a Copywriter, then as a Graphic Designer and Art Director...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
At What if Design, we use the power of design to help tech-innovation led companies become market leaders and win over business as usual. We're a full-service design helping you communicate effectively through brand and website to crafting meaningful user experiences for enterprise-grade products...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
FineView Marketing is a full-service, boutique marketing agency dedicated to working with independently owned and operated self storage and commercial real estate companies. Our core focus is helping those who don’t have the resources to build an in-house marketing team...
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- Branding
- Content Marketing
- Print Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
At Constructor de Marcas, branding is our passion, and it has given us the opportunity to collaborate with companies from various sectors on projects that encompass everything from evolution and transformation to the creation of entirely new brands...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Tandem is a pocket-sized, awarded agency based by the sea in Bournemouth, Dorset. Decades of combined experience and proven results – specialising in brand, design and exhibition and niche knowledge of the defence and engineering sectors and 3D animation...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Bournemouth, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Mad Mind Studios, based in Los Angeles, is your go-to for comprehensive branding, web design, and SEO solutions. From custom websites to logo and packaging design, animation, pitch decks, and both on-site and off-site SEO, we're dedicated to positioning your brand for success...
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- Web Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Culver City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We create brands that convey emotions and raise people's expectations...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Green Hat Workers is a creative agency specialized in digital communication. We design brands, websites, strategies, and content that help businesses connect with their audience, stand out, and grow online...
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- Print Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We are an award-winning London based design agency, who help companies to launch, grow or change. For nearly 15 years we have worked with some amazing people, brands and companies helping them to discover who they are, how they want to be perceived and what they would like to achieve. Whether you are...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
A creative studio building brands, crafting beautiful print and shaping inspiring digital experiences. We work collaboratively, focusing on building lasting relationships that allow us to create meaningful design that resonates with your audience and delivers real impact. Our passion combined with the...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
State Of Exterior, LLC excels in delivering result-driven digital marketing solutions tailored exclusively for home exterior service and contractor remodeling businesses. With a focus on maximizing online visibility, lead generation, and customer engagement, we empower our clients to thrive in the competitive...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Westlake Village, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
In a digital-first world, our team of digital problem solvers deliver growth across web development, creative design, digital marketing, SEO and PPC. Our offices are based in the city centre of Wakefield in West Yorkshire however, our client base covers the entire UK...
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- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Wakefield, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Complete design services and web solutions for companies and freelancers. Reasonable prices and personal approach to clients. Rated 5 stars on Google reviews. Based in Prague, Czechia. Fluent English speaking...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Beutler Ink creates custom marketing solutions that meet core sales and growth objectives...
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- Print Design
- Digital Marketing
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
So Swell Studio is a Brisbane-based graphic design studio specialising in branding, web design, print design, packaging, and aligned collateral. We create thoughtful, aligned design solutions that elevate your brand across every touchpoint, from digital to physical...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- SEO
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 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...
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- 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
We've got what you need. We're a multi-armed juggernaut of expert branders, copywriters, art directors, designers, digital media and social media strategists/designers/implementers. We also represent independent artists that include illustrators, photographers, videographers, editors, sound design...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Solèrte Studio is a graphics studio specialized in branding, working physically from Naples all over the world. Founded by Valeria Miele. We are a studio that creates unique experiences for small and medium-sized businesses through unique and modern design...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Ottaviano, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
PlanetFab is a founder-led branding & creative design studio in New York City. We help companies and organizations at pivotal moments of change through brand strategy, identity, creative direction and graphic design...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Barna Design is a multidisciplinary creative agency where product design engineers, graphic designers, brand strategists and developers work together as one team. We create brand identities, packaging, product designs, websites and digital experiences that connect strong visual thinking with real business...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Budapest, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Hey there! My name is Gabriel Eich, founder of Eich Studio. I have over eight years of experience in the design industry, including more than five years specializing in visual identity...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Location
- Brasília, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 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...
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- 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
BitsnPixs is the leading embroidery digitizing company based in US and India since 2012. We digitize logo, image, cap, mug and Tshirts. We have the special pricing option available for the limited time so reach us soon...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Alpharetta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a brand design agency specialising in brand identity, website production and online promotion driven by a passion for building positive connections between brands and human emotions...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Independent creativity that does not fit into the mold and does not recognize the rules.Independent advertising agency that designs candid and genuine communications...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We believe that choosing the right design concepts, the right branding and the right image for your company and its products may be the single most important marketing decision you can make.It is our mission to provide the right branding and design for our clients through the application of strategic...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At New Printing, our mission is to support the growth of your business and enhance your brand's visibility by providing top-quality printed products and marketing materials...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Connie Hwang Design prioritizes creative excellence with both sensitivity and value. The studio combines a practical yet intuitive design approach, emphasizing craftsmanship and a drive for innovation. Continuously evolving, the studio aims to develop a strategic communication platform founded on vision and...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
In 2019, TimberWink Studio was founded to create boutique-style DIY wedding stationery, aiming to break away from the monotony of market templates. Our design vision focuses on modern and minimalist stationery to artistically set the tone for your perfect day!...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Wollert, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Aubryanna Bailey, I am a student at the University of Cincinnati's School of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP). I'm passionate about design because it has the ability to amplify voices, tell stories, and spark curiosity...
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- Print Design
- Package Design
- Location
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Committed to transforming every moment into a lasting memory, Every Little Something offers a customized experience both online and in-store...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Middleburg, Virginia
- 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.
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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.