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- Web Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5000/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
DEG India, also known as Dheeraj Engineering, is an engineering services provider based in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India, specializing in structural design, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) design, and Building Information Modeling (BIM). The company provides integrated building design solutions that...
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- Design Services
- Engineering
- Location
- Gandhinagar, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Clidea is a creative and digital agency specializing in fashion, retail, and brands with a distinct identity. We combine strategy, design, and performance to grow brands with clarity and sound judgment. We create content, campaigns, and digital experiences that deliver results while maintaining the aesthetic...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $2500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A branding studio focussed on craft & culturally relevant connection of places and products in hospitality and home...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $2500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We combine industrial design, DFM design for manufacturing India, and prototyping services India into a single, accountable partner. Explore our our full range of...
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- Engineering
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Vivid Exhibits creates custom trade show exhibits, displays, and turnkey event solutions that help brands stand out and connect with their audiences...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
DXDasia is an AI-driven digital engineering agency AI automation, custom software, and full-funnel growth engines that drive measurable revenue...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
In 2009, Envicion Studio opened its doors as an advertising firm with a Puchong address. We are currently branching out into digital designs, branding, and advertising. We are situated on OKR (Old Klang Road) Menara K1, to sum up...
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- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Video Production
- Design Services
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- Location
- Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Professional SEO services that drive results. Custom SEO packages for startups & enterprises. Get more leads, sales & organic traffic with proven strategies from the top SEO agency Bangalore...
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- Logo Design
- Design Services
- SEO
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Toosuns is a UAE-based creative production agency creating premium campaigns for luxury and ambitious brands across the Middle East. We combine creative direction, film, photography, CGI, VFX and post-production to deliver distinctive work for digital, social and outdoor platforms. Our experience spans...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
- Video Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Renuvo Design Inc. is a founder-led perception studio. We build the brand architecture, experience systems, and growth frameworks around wellness, health, and consumer lifestyle brands whose product is better than the market currently understands...
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- Branding
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Creative Services
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- Location
- White Rock, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $350/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
West Palm Beach marketing agency helping leading brands reach and convert the premium consumer audience since 2013...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- West Palm Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $275/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Signature Creative is a Los Angeles based digital product and design agency founded in 2004. With a lean, senior-led team, they specialize in transforming brands through a combination of award-winning branding, UX/UI, creative technology, and full-stack development. The firm partners with Fortune 500s...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Capsule is a design agency specializing in brand strategy and visual storytelling. By blending creativity with strategic thinking, the agency crafts unique brand identities and engaging experiences that resonate with audiences. Capsules expertise in design and innovation helps brands stand out in competitive...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Fluid is an award-winning independent full service creative agency that has, for 30 years, provided the worlds most famous entertainment brands with beautiful and strategic campaigns...
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- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
At FromWord, we specialize in narrating captivating tales of companies, delving into their identity and the profound impact of their brand. Our strategic methodology, rooted in design thinking and data-driven design, ensures that each story we craft resonates authentically with audiences while driving...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Milan, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a strategic people, product & brand development organization who help companies & entrepreneurs grow by connecting to their target audience effectively and efficiently. We have helped some of the most recognizable brands including Whirlpool, Ikea, Panasonic, Walmart, P&G, KitchenAid and more...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- South Haven, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Designers, Engineers & Technologists.A useful definition of Innovation is something new and of value to someone.Our Innovation methodology blends a human-centred approach, with value proposition strategy, and a sustainable, circularity mindset.We make your R&D relevant and differentiated. And, more...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Wearables
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
SG Cartel is a global creative services coalition headquartered in Los Angeles, specializing in fashion, luxury, beauty and premium lifestyle. We build culturally resonant brands through creative strategy, storytelling and narrative architecture, graphic design, campaign concepting and content production...
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- Branding
- Media Buying
- Package Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Modelight is a Warsaw-based 3D animation studio specializing in B2B technical content. Since 2008, we've produced animations and visualizations for CNC manufacturers, medical device companies, HVAC brands, and industrial e-commerce clients who need to explain how something works, not just what it looks like...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Product Design
- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Exhibition stand builder and stall fabricators offering custom stall design, fabrication, printing, flooring, and full stall setup services for trade shows...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Logistics
- Branding
- Design Services
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our experienced team develops customized marketing strategies based on business goals, target audiences, industry requirements, and local competition. We specialize in digital marketing services like SEO, web development, content marketing, and paid search advertising to help grow revenue and profits for...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Location
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Strategic UX and design.Bespoke, multi-platform programs.Connection and engagement.Authentic storytelling and public relations.Leveraging our experience, humility, and values, Anomali by Design connects with peoplewherever they're at, agnostic of circumstance...
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- Design Services
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
An interdisciplinary design and creative consultancy shaping tomorrows brands, products and experiences...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Venice, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Pacific Design Engineering (PDE) is a full-service product design house in Burnaby, BC, with 38 years of experience and over 5,900 projects delivered. We bring electronics, firmware, software, mechanical design, and compliance together under one integrated team — taking complex products from concept to...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- IoT
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Web Design
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- Location
- Burnaby, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Realise works with business leaders and entrepreneurial change-makers bring new products to launch, no matter where in the product development cycle, adding value with a genuine drive towards sustainable innovation within Design...
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- Product Design
- Design Services
- Package Design
- Wearables
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Southwest Engineering Concepts (SOENCO) is a Chandler, Arizona engineering firm providing electrical, mechanical, embedded systems, and product development services. Since 2007, SOENCO has supported commercial, industrial, medical, aerospace, and defense applications from design through production...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Engineering
- Mobile App Development
- Wearables
- Design Services
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- Location
- Chandler, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We design products that win critical acclaim from industry experts. TEAMS Design is an award winning, global, industrial design consultancy with 4 international studios. Each is made up of designers, engineers, media producers, strategists, and researchers that focus on creating unique physical and digital...
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- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Structural packaging design and engineering for consumer electronics, hardware, and physical products. Premium unboxing experiences engineered by Daniel Gamez Bose, Cricut, Magic Leap, Fitbit, Jabra, Candid. 12+ years. Full lifecycle: design to manufacturing...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Location
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a Sydney based full-service digital agency with global capabilities across web design , eCommerce development, marketing and branding. We create digital experiences that are human-centered and future proof...
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- SEO
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Design Services
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $155/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
A US / Scandinavian studio focusing on branding, websites & UX/UI design recognized for working with notable scale-ups such as Klarna, Toteme & NEKO in Scandinavia & Nabla Bio, Cerebras & Snorkel in the US.We position companies at the inflection point. Brand and product for the companies you know...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Unique designs, ultra customized development, and mobile applications. Our unique combination of skills and talent lets our team knock a variety of projects out of the park. We're a full-service website design, development, and consulting agency that generates growth and revenue for our clients...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Rantoul, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Sprout Studios is a full service design studio deeply rooted in technology and innovation...
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- Product Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Design Agency in Nashville, Tennessee. Specializing in web design + development + branding. We create high-end solutions for businesses in Nashville...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
TVW is an innovation & creative development studio based in Dallas, Tx. We pride ourselves on our ability to discover unique solutions to client’s marketing challenges with technology, design, and strategy. Anything but traditional, we’re a collective of tech nerds, digital storytellers & empathetic...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Marco De Masi Studio is an award-winning industrial design and creative direction practice in Rome, Italy. Compasso d'Oro Selection & ADI Index. We turn design visions into serial luxury furniture, lighting, and industrial products engineered for factory-floor viability...
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- Product Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Were an innovative Website Design and Digital Marketing team based in Essex, specialising in Website Design, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), and Google AdWords (PPC)...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Basildon, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
DLYMI is a full-service, collaborative, human-centered design studio. We work with clients from vision through execution and release. We are your partner in creating thoughtful digital experiences that have a responsible impact on the world while delivering on business goals and customer value...
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- Design Services
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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
Innovative product development, design strategy, Intellectual Property IP, business design, industrial design, product design, product / technology development, automotive design, aerospace design...
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- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Location
- Beaconsfield, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
NOBRAND Agency specializes in crafting distinctive identities and digital solutions for luxury fashion brands, fine dining restaurants, and exclusive concepts. Our expertise spans across branding and digital design, strategic marketing, and positioning. We create visual stories through refined illustrations...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
4design is an experienced industrial design company based in sydney, Australia founded in 2003 specialising in the design, engineering, prototyping and manufacturing of ground breaking, innovative products. Globally recognised and award winning from some of the most prestigious design awards programs...
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- Product Design
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Danthree Studio is a strategic CGI and hybrid AI studio serving premium brands in the furniture, home & living, and tech industries across the US and Europe...
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- Video Production
- Product Design
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
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- Location
- Salach, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
The Creationists are specialists in brand and experience creation for the drinks and hospitality industries. From branding and designing labels, POS, and marketing materials, to shaping the inside and outside environments for immersive experiences, we control every aspect of the brand. We blend creativity...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Belfast, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Edin Studio is recognized as the number one online studio for remote design and engineering. Based in New York, Edin specialize in product development and engineering for manufacturing, bringing ideas to life with precision and creativity and turning concepts into manufacturable, meaningful products...
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- Product Design
- Design Services
- Location
- Kings Park, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are an experiential marketing and creative agency built for brands that want more than visibility. We turn challenges into bold, data-backed solutions using creative strategy, emerging tools, and regionally attuned execution...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Design Services
- Package Design
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Harikalar is Turkey's pioneering brand experience agency. Since 2006, we've produced 10,000+ events for 200+ global brands including Coca-Cola, Philips, Nike and Turkish Airlines. Our in-house engineering team designs proprietary event technology AI Photo Booth Pro, GlamBot, 360 Video Booth and 90+...
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- Event Marketing
- Creative Services
- IoT
- AI Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Vertex Product Development is an industrial design and engineering studio in Great Neck, NY, founded by Avi Cohen in 1998. We provide industrial design, mechanical and electrical engineering, prototyping (additive / 3D printing), and turnkey product development. Work spans medical and lab equipment...
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- Product Design
- Design Services
- Engineering
- Location
- Great Neck, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
NEOM is an independent Italian creative design studio with 28 years of expertise in branding and package design. We collaborate with major companies in both the Italian and international markets...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Teolo, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
Design3 is an independent, owner-managed design studio based in Hamburg. We help companies turn technological change, market shifts and evolving user expectations into physical and digital products. Our work combines research, strategy and design with early prototyping and implementation connecting user...
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- Product Design
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- AI Development
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- Location
- Hamburg, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
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Everything You Need to Know Before Hiring 3D Modeling Studios
Should I hire a 3D modeling company or a freelancer?
A custom 3D modeling company is the stronger choice because quality, reliability, and scalability are not optional in production work. These factors directly affect delivery, consistency, and business outcomes.
Companies operate through teams, structured workflows, and defined quality control processes. This reduces errors, avoids delays, and ensures consistent output across all assets.
Freelancers are limited by individual capacity and availability. They can handle small, simple tasks, but struggle with larger scope, tight timelines, or ongoing production needs.
For complex or business-critical projects, companies provide predictable delivery and lower execution risk.
You can see how 3D modeling companies and freelancers compare in the following table:
| Aspect | 3D modeling company | Freelancer |
| Best for | Complex, large, ongoing projects | Small, one-off tasks |
| Reliability | High, team-based delivery | Variable, depends on one person |
| Quality control | Structured QA and review process | Limited or informal |
| Scalability | Handle multiple assets and growth | Limited capacity |
| Expertise | Specialized roles within a team | Generalist skills |
| Project management | Defined process and communication | Less structured |
| Risk | Lower risk of delays and inconsistencies | Higher risk if issues arise |
| Cost | Higher upfront, but more predictable | Lower upfront, less predictable long-term |
What can a 3D modeling studio do for your business?
Working with a 3D modeling company is now a standard part of how businesses design, present, and sell products. By 2026, the global 3D modeling market is projected to reach $8.64 billion, showing how quickly adoption is growing across industries.
Here are five key benefits of using 3D modeling in your business:
1. Increase in conversion rates
3D modeling allows for interactive product viewers that traditional photography simply can't match. When customers can rotate, zoom, and customize a product in real-time, their confidence in the purchase increases exponentially.
- High-value sectors like furniture have seen conversion jumps as high as 200% after implementing 3D and AR tools.
- More than 8 in 10 shoppers will choose to interact with a 3D view over 2D images when given the option.
2. Reduction in product returns
The imagination gap, where a customer expects one thing but receives another, is a leading cause of returns. 3D models provide a perfect representation that accurately manages expectations.
- Brands that use 3D visualization report an average 40% reduction in return rates, as shoppers gain a clearer understanding of size, texture, and fit.
- In some specific cases, high-quality 3D visuals have slashed returns by up to 80%.
- Companies that use 3D configurators (where users build their own versions of products) see a 25% increase in average order value.
3. Accelerated time-to-market and prototyping
A 3D modeling company can create digital twins of your products before a physical prototype even exists. This allows marketing and sales teams to begin their work months ahead of production.
- Global manufacturers have reported improving product launch timelines by an average of 4 weeks by replacing traditional photography with 3D pipelines.
- The automotive and retail sectors use 3D modeling to reduce customer decision time by 33%, accelerating the overall sales cycle.
- Enterprises typically reach the ROI breakeven point for 3D visualization within just 6 to 9 months.
4. Long-term cost efficiency
While the initial cost of a 3D asset can be higher than a single photo, the long-term savings are massive. Once a model is created, you can generate unlimited angles, colors, and environments at near-zero marginal cost.
- Furniture manufacturers have seen visual production costs drop by 38% over two years after shifting 60% of their catalog to 3D.
- Enterprises often report a 25% to 40% reduction in annual visual production spending after moving away from recurring studio fees.
5. Improved marketing engagement and recall
3D content is inherently stickier. It captures attention better than static ads, leading to higher brand recall and interaction across social and digital channels.
- In 2025, AI-driven 3D advertising solutions boosted brand recall by over 45%.
- Advertisements featuring interactive 3D elements achieve up to 94% higher click-through rates than standard ads.
What information should I prepare before contacting a 3D modeling company?
Prepare clear project details so the 3D modeling firm can accurately estimate the scope, cost, and timeline. Strong input will reduce back-and-forth and prevent delays.
- Project goal: Define what you’ll use the model for – for example, a product render, a game asset, or an AR experience requires different quality and workflows.
- Reference materials: Provide images, sketches, CAD files, or similar examples. Clear references reduce guessing and speed up alignment.
- Scope and quantity: Specify how many models you need and if there are variations. Keep in mind that the larger scope increases costs and timeline.
- Level of detail: Clarify realism and complexity. Low-poly models differ significantly from high-end, photorealistic assets.
- Technical requirements: List formats, platforms, or engines. Requirements like .fbx, Unity, or Unreal affect how the model is built.
- Timeline and budget: Set expectations early. Deadlines and budget constraints directly shape what is feasible.
What criteria should I use to compare 3D modeling companies?
Focus on portfolio quality, relevant experience, and ability to deliver within your scope, timeline, and technical requirements. The right 3D modeling agency should match your project type, not just offer generic 3D capabilities.
Check out:
- Portfolio quality: Review finished work, not just concepts. Look for consistency in detail, realism, and execution across multiple projects, not one standout example.
- Relevant experience: Check if they’ve worked on similar industries or asset types like products, games, or architecture. Prior work in your industry also reduces onboarding time.
- Technical capability: Confirm they support required formats, engines, and optimization standards, such as .fbx, Unity, or Unreal.
- Process and communication: A structured workflow with clear stages, approvals, and updates reduces risk. Poor communication leads to delays, rework, and misalignment.
- Pricing structure: Clear pricing should define what is included, including the number of models, revisions, and the level of detail. Hidden costs often come from a vague scope.
- Timeline reliability: Past delivery performance matters more than promises. A reliable 3D modeling agency will set realistic deadlines and stick to them.
- Reviews and client feedback: Consistent positive feedback indicates reliable, high-quality delivery.
- Scalability: Ensure they can handle larger workloads or ongoing projects if needed.
What questions should you ask 3D modeling companies before signing a contract?
Asking the right questions reduces risk before work starts. It helps you validate capability, clarify expectations, and avoid delays, rework, or hidden costs later.
Relevant background
- What types of 3D modeling projects have you completed recently?
- Which industries do you have the most experience in?
- Can you share case studies or examples similar to my project?
- What tools and software does your team use?
Services and processes
- What is your typical workflow from briefing to final delivery?
- How do you handle revisions and feedback cycles?
- What is included in your pricing, and what costs extra?
- How do you ensure quality control before delivery?
Related to your project
- Have you handled projects with a similar scope or requirements?
- What timeline do you estimate for this type of work?
- What file formats and outputs will you deliver?
- What do you need from me to start and keep the project on track?
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5 Frequently Asked Questions About 3D Modeling Companies
How much do 3D modeling services cost?
3D modeling agencies charge $100 per hour or$40 to $5,000+ per model, depending on complexity, scope, and 3D modeling provider. Â
- Simple models cost $40 to $500Â
- Mid-complexity models cost $200 to $1,000Â
- High-complexity models cost $1,000 to $5,000+Â Â
Specialized models have their own ranges:Â
- Character models cost $500 to $5,000+Â
- Architectural models cost $500 to $5,000+Â
- Vehicle models cost $300 to $3,000+Â
- Product models cost $100 to $1,000+Â
Rush projects increase costs by 25% to 50%, because tight timelines require prioritization and additional resources.Â
What factors influence the cost of 3D modeling services?
3D modeling cost depends on the model's complexity and the time and expertise required. Scope, timeline, and usage all directly impact the final price.Â
- Model complexity: More detail, higher polygon count, and realistic textures increase time and cost.Â
- Project scope: The number of models, variations, and required assets expands the workload and pricing.Â
- Timeline: Tight deadlines raise costs due to rush work and resource prioritization.Â
- Experience level: Senior artists and specialized studios charge more for proven expertise.Â
- Usage and purpose: Models for games, film, or AR/VR require different levels of quality and optimization.Â
- Revisions and feedback: More rounds of revision and unclear briefs increase time and overall cost.Â
How long does it take to create a 3D model?
3D modeling typically takes anywhere from a few hours to 4+ weeks, depending on complexity, type, and level of detail.Â
- Simple models take a few hours to 1 to 2 daysÂ
- Standard models take 3 days to 1 to 2 weeksÂ
- Complex models take 2 to 6+ weeksÂ
- Large environments take 2 to 4+ weeksÂ
- High-end characters take 20 to 25 days or moreÂ
Project timelines can extend to months. Large-scale productions, multiple assets, or heavy revisions increase total duration.Â
Can 3D models be modified later?
Yes, you can modify 3D models later if you have access to the source files and usage rights. Native formats like .blend, .max, or .ma allow changes to geometry, textures, and structure.Â
- Small updates, like adjusting colors, materials, or minor details, are fast.Â
- Larger changes, such as redesigning parts of the model or adding complexity, require additional work and take longer.Â
3D modeling agencies can optimize models for different platforms, formats, or performance needs. Flexibility depends on the file type. Formats like .obj or .fbx can be edited, but with more limitations than source files.Â
Important note: Ownership decides whether you can modify 3D models. Without full rights, changes may be restricted or require approval.Â
What is the difference between 3D modeling and 3D rendering?
3D modeling is the process of creating the shape and structure of an object in a 3D space. 3D rendering is the process of turning that model into a final image with lighting, textures, and visual effects.Â
| Aspect | 3D modeling | 3D rendering |
| Purpose | Build the object | Create the final image or animation |
| Output | 3D file (model) | 2D image or video |
| Focus | Shape, geometry, structure | Lighting, texture, realism |
| Tools | Blender, Maya, 3ds Max | V-Ray, Arnold, Cycles |
| Stage in process | Early to mid-stage | Final stage |
| Results | Editable asset | Visual presentation |
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