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  • Combining Culture, Collaboration and Technology, To Create Authentic Brands and Scalable Websites

    A research-driven, collaborative approach gives our creatives the raw material for authentic branding & websites. Combined with stakeholder testing during the creative process and deep tech expertise, this enables us to identify the bold, confident steps that every challenger brand, must take...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • UI/UX Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Pershore, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $110/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    9 Projects Listed
  • End-to-end IT solutions provider

    We build, improve, support, and co-develop your software. From ecommerce on Magento, Shopify, and WooCommerce to WordPress, Umbraco, .NET, mobile apps, and AI solutions. Fixed prices, 83% annual client retention, and 28 years of experience...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Muntinlupa, Philippines
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    10 Projects Listed
  • We Empower You To Achieve Your Marketing Goals!

    Inconsistent branding kills consumer trust and revenue growth. At Matthew and Grace, we empower founders and CEOs to achieve their marketing goals through effective strategic branding and design solutions that build strong connections with their target audience and drive revenue growth...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Durban, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    11 Projects Listed
  • We hatch ideas and make them fly!

    We help your brand take flight with a blend of creativity, digital and marketing. Our full-service approach ensures your brand is cleared for take-off, provided with a first-class experience, and ready to reach new horizons...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Services
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Taunton, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $113/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Sundesigns Graphic Design Solutions

    Hello! My name is Joanne Sunde, I'm a graphic designer with corporate and agency experience with over 20 years of experience...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Logo Design
    Location
    Mascouche, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • SEV/Studio

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
    A Practice Built Around Design And Direction.

    SEV.DESIGN is an independent branding and web design agency based in New York, serving businesses across the United States...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Print Design
    • Product Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed
  • It's not only our job to make companies look good it's our commitment to make people remember it.

    Creative Eye Design partners with a wide range of industries in the design and development of responsive websites, corporate identity, presentations, packaging, advertising, brochures, catalogs, and other corporate collateral...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Print Design
    Location
    Upton, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Make Things Happen with Stevens & Tate!

    Stevens & Tate Marketing is a full-service creative, marketing, and advertising firm based in Chicago that serves clients nationwide. We are experts in website design, martech, search engine optimization, social media, interactive advertising, package design, media buying, and broadcast advertising...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    11 Projects Listed
  • Unique Designs for Aspiring Brands

    Our goal at u-nique design studios is to provide high-quality custom design's for new and existing customers. whether its a branding package, a concept you need for a new product, a new promo tool such a brochure/direct mailer, or just a revamp on your logo design. we strive to make YOUR next project unique!...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Clearwater, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • We've spent the last 35 years helping clients tell their story and sell products. We are direct marketers at heart (in fact, we are considered by many to be the best catalog agency on the planet) but today we are more than that. Over the years, we've discovered that we have a knack for creating the strategy...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Mission, Kansas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Brand Building by Design™

    We help B2B companies develop their visual branding and execute their marketing campaigns...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Better Marketing Starts Here

    Since 2008 we've been helping startups and small businesses around the world to deliver better, more relevant marketing strategies and tactics. Combining branding, messaging, design, SEO and CRO with a wide range of tactical marketing initiatives, we help you increase awareness, credibility, reputation, trust...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Business Consulting
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Truchtersheim, France
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Brand / Video / Web

    Hansen Belyea is a full-service marketing and branding agency that brings equal parts creative firepower and business acumen. When careful planning and inspired design come together, you get work that actually works...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Logo Design
    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Seattle, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Websites Done Right

    Advance Web Solutions is a professional web design, graphic design, and digital marketing agency based in Airdrie, Alberta. We help companies of all types and sizes grow with success. Whether you are a start-up company or an established brand we'll advance your businesses to the next level!...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Airdrie, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • PRC Book Printing offers affordable book printing services in the United States...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • OBL Print Store is the leading Digital Printing Press in Dubai since 2010. We have been delivering high quality offset and Digital Printing in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and all over UAE for so many years. We use the latest and the very best in printing and branding technology and focus on delivering quality services...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • At Steve Edge Design, we believe in relationships. Very special relationships. With our clients, and with their brands. And brands, like people, need to build a special relationship with the people they are talking and selling to. Sharp ideas, keen quotes. This is what keeps us at the cutting edge of design...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Tiny Bold is a branding & design studio, believing that good-hearted small businesses & organizations deserve to look mighty...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Berwyn, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • In today’s crowded market only those brands that can form – and keep – an authentic connection with customers will thrive. This is what we deliver for the brands we work with, we create a sense of belonging, community and familiarity. We believe that powerful ideas, executed through great design and...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We offer a full range of design and development services to help eliminate the gap between your customers and your organization. From logo design, presentation folder design, business card design and website design - our solutions are audience-focused...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Abbotsford, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Signimpact is committed to providing the best communication optimization solutions. We are striving hard to offer visual aesthetics and services to the community and the business...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Milton, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Inkbot Design is a Belfast Graphic Design & Branding Agency. Experts in Professional Logo Design, Brand Identity, Web Development and Marketing Services...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Bangor, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Charles Design & Marketing (Charles Design) offers a complete marketing service to B2B and B2C businesses. From the latest in-house web design and coding to traditional print and exhibition graphics, our team of creative and technical staff has a wealth of design experience to draw upon...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Dudley, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • End-To-End Web-To-Print Platform

    PrintXpand is an enterprise-grade, full-stack web-to-print software platform founded in 2008 as a division of Biztech Consulting & Solutions. It connects every stage of a print business from online product design and ordering through to production, vendor fulfillment, and shipping...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Burbank, California
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
  • Lucas Machado Studio

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.

    Lucas Machado Studio is a Brazilian creative office that operates in a multidisciplinary way, proposing solutions that combine technique and creative expression, through a contemporary and functional language...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Parana, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Unleash Your Brand

    We're a studio based in Melbourne, Australia offering design & print solutions for businesses of all sizes. Specialising in packaging design, print design, identity & branding...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Melbourne, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $140/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Erwin Ong is an illustrator, surface design artist, and muralist based in White Plains, New York.

    Erwin Ong is an illustrator, surface design artist, and muralist based in White Plains, New York. His bright and happy character-based illustrations are influenced by a love for nature, food, and city living...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    White Plains, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • People ignore design that ignores people.

    Hello! My name is Oana Turcan, a UX/UI designer with a backgraund in photography...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Madrid, Spain
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Professional Web & UX Designer

    Hello! My name is Dalya Dahrouge, I'm a professional designer with over 10 years of experience. I've been working across a broad range of projects for print, digital, e-commerce and UI/UX design...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • A Passion and Art of Design.

    Hey there! My name is Anna Karoline Mueller, I'm a professional visual designer & art director based in Hamburg, Germany...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Hamburg, Germany
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Designs That Speak for Themselves.

    Hey there! My name is Mareike Windisch, I'm the owner of mawidesign. I started my career as a freelance Art Director in 2010, for clients and agencies based in Berlin and throughout Germany...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Berlin, Germany
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Brand Built to Perfection.

    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
  • Tape Solutions That Stick

    Teipit, headquartered in Helsinki, provides durable and high-quality tapes for various industries. With a focus on creativity and responsibility, Teipit offers comprehensive services from planning and measurements to production and installations, ensuring practical solutions that truly work for its clients...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Helsinki, Finland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Designing the Future for Business.

    Hey there! My name is Daphne Van Langen, the person behind RAZA Creative Direction. I'm a Creative Direction with over of 20 years of experience...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • The Printing Specialists

    Ahern Printing, based in Manasquan, NJ, is a trusted family-run printing company known for its full-color printing, digital blueprinting, and large-format prints. With a focus on fast, friendly, and reliable service, Ahern Printing utilizes cutting-edge printing technology to ensure exceptional quality and...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Manasquan, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We've Got Your Prints Covered

    Proudly a small business, Chicago Printworks serves as your local print shop, catering to various projects from flyers, posters, and brochures to more complex endeavors like programs, mailings, and wall graphics...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Your Local Print and Copy Center

    At Printland, we take pride in producing high-quality color copies and digital prints. Additionally, our expertise extends to mailing and direct mail marketing capabilities. Explore our diverse range of printed products, including brochures, business cards, envelopes, flyers, invitations, labels, letterheads...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Santa Monica, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Printing Done Right.

    Unionist is renowned for its efficiency in getting the job done promptly. This is made possible through the utilization of state-of-the-art digital and finishing equipment. Our team is comprised of a dedicated blend of family members and loyal, qualified individuals who work together as a cohesive unit...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Omaha, Nebraska
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Personalized Printing Services

    Unique Print NY specializes in digital printing, large format printing, and binding services, our extensive range of finished products includes booklets, brochures, business cards, restaurant menus, event and wedding invitations, promotional flyers, vinyl banners, window graphics, signage, and banners...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • White Rabbit Print & Design thrives on the art of crafting purposeful and impactful designs. Its mission revolves around assisting individuals, businesses, and organizations in expressing distinctive identities through visually compelling print and digital media...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Bloomington, Indiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Turning Ideas into Striking Visuals.

    Geoff, a freelance communication designer situated in Vancouver, has been providing tailored, research-driven solutions to businesses and organizations since 2013...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Vancouver, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Promoting Brands Through Print Design

    Fabrica de Print is a print design agency offering comprehensive design services. From banners and light boxes to car wraps and promotional objects, its expert team ensures the highest quality standards in graphic conception, execution, and assembly. With over 13 years of experience, the agency guarantees...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Iași, Romania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Elevating Brands With Exceptional Print Design.

    Portfolio Display is a print design agency that designs, manufactures, and supplies automotive POS, banners, and promotional materials. Certified to ISO9001/14001 quality standards, the agency provides creative design services and high-quality print solutions to clients across various industries. With over 30...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Elland, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Elevating Your Print Design

    Express It Las Vegas transforms clients' ideas into reality with superior printing services. Its expert team offers personalized solutions, ensuring each project meets the highest standards. The agency provides custom printing, embroidery, and promotional items, elevating brands in competitive marketplaces...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Las Vegas, Nevada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Elevating Brands Through Expert Print Design

    Invietnhat is a trusted print design agency based in Ho Chi Minh City. The agency designs everything from calendars and cards to banners and catalogs, ensuring top-quality results that meet customer satisfaction. Invietnhat's team remains at the forefront of industry trends, tailoring each design to express...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Elevate Your Visual Marketing.

    Parallax Digital is a print design and branding agency specializing in creative design, project management, and advanced digital printing. The agency provides comprehensive solutions, from retail displays and exhibits to event signage and interior décor. Leveraging its expertise and advanced digital printing...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Kennesaw, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Your Brand Voice, Flawlessly Designed

    Tank Prints is a veteran-owned print design agency based in Houston, Texas, specializing in custom business cards, postcards, banners, marketing materials, promotional items, and apparel. Since 2008, the agency has delivered eye-catching designs to help businesses make a lasting impression. Catering to...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Bringing Your Design Vision to Life

    Printwell is a print design agency based in Ottawa, renowned for its high-quality custom printing solutions. Offering various products, from business cards to apparel, the family-owned agency combines dedication, creativity, and cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional designs. Serving clients across...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Ottawa, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Custom Printing Remarkable Design.

    Tee Vision Printing is a print design agency specializing in high-quality screen printing for custom design projects. The agency offers free design tools on its website and expert guidance from its design team, ensuring a seamless design process. Whether for individuals, businesses, or organizations, Tee...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Captivating Banners. Superior Quality.

    Big Art and Banners specializes in high-impact banner printing services, including polyvinyl chloride (PVC), mesh, roller, and fabric banners. The agency creates vibrant, eye-catching signage for promotions and events. Trusted by prominent brands, the agency delivers tangible results and elevates clients'...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    Location
    Radcliffe, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49

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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: 

  1. DD.NYC 
  2. ImagineNation 
  3. PixelHub 
  4. Deal Design 
  5. Tanur Graphics 
  6. Murmur Creative 
  7. Azuro Digital 
  8. Wildfire 
  9. More By Us 
  10. Dynamic Wave Consulting 

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: 

  1. What designs have you worked on in the same industry as ours?  
  2. How would you define your team’s art style?  
  3. What is your timeline for a print design project from conceptualization to final presentation?  
  4. What services are included in your pricing?  
  5. Will you designate a team for our project, or will an individual designer handle it?  
  6. Are the designs original or based on stock art or templates?  
  7. Who will be our point of contact on your team?  
  8. How many rounds of revisions are included in your fees?  
  9. What is your approval process for the final design? 
  10. 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.