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Together, we build the businesses of the futuredriven by a team of experienced founders with deep expertise in technology and design...
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- Munich, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
K-BOS Design supports emerging and early-stage businesses in reaching their full potential. By crafting distinctive logos and brand identities, we help bring your brand into the spotlight...
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- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Perth, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a creative studio for brands that value genuine connection over mere conversion. Led by Peter Perez, a creative director and designer with over 15 years of experience in brand identity, digital marketing, UX, and storytelling, FDC unites business strategy with bold, purpose-driven creativity...
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- Package Design
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- Orange County, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
CG Ink is a full-service creative studio based in Skokie, IL, specializing in bold, strategic design that drives results. With 15+ years in branding, print, and digital design, we help businesses and organizations tell their stories through powerful visuals, logos, websites, packaging, signage, and apparel...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Skokie, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hollie Robinson is a designer committed to creating impactful, human-centered solutions that benefit both society and the environment. In her role as Senior UX Designer at UTS Rapido, she develops innovative and creative design solutions for a wide variety of clients...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Sergio Buonocore is a multidisciplinary designer based in Milan, Italy, working across graphic design, 2D animation, and product design. His practice combines visual storytelling with functional thinking, delivering thoughtful and engaging design solutions...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Milan, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Christina Chiocchi is a product designer and design leader based in California, specializing in creating end-to-end experiences that balance clarity, craftsmanship, and complexity...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Sara Otterdal is a front-end developer and digital designer based in Oslo, Norway, specializing in creating engaging, user-focused digital experiences that blend clean design with functional code...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Product Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Oslo, Norway
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Andrew Baygulov specializes in product and visual design, combining strategy, aesthetics, 3D visualization, and motion design to transform initial concepts into products that people genuinely enjoy using...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Paul Moore is an award-winning design leader with a strong client-side background spanning strategy, branding, UX, and UI. Over the past 25 years, he has helped create products from new market launches to platforms used by millions...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Branding
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ARTY is a leading web and software development company that specializes in 3D product visualization and Augmented Reality. Our mission is to transform product visualization for eCommerce businesses by providing a cutting-edge solution to showcase products in immersive 3D and Augmented Reality...
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- VR/AR
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We build intelligent, scalable software platforms & products. Build with us or we can advise on your existing technology or team.Sound interesting? Then come and talk to us. Let’s make something awesome together. ...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- IT Services
- Software Development
- IoT
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Crema is a design consultancy that helps companies build the custom software they need to compete in todays market. Our product teams blend business strategy and technical expertise to create solutions for our clients most pressing needs...
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- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Webris.ro is a leading web development agency in Iași, Romania, dedicated to crafting custom websites and eCommerce platforms. We combine innovation, performance, and elegant design to create seamless digital experiences that elevate brands online...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Iași, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We work with businesses of every size and shape to build off what they have and help them get where they want to be...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
e10 powerfully shapes brands to intelligently engage and connect with audiences...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Universal Stream Solution (USS) is an Atlanta, Georgia-based IT solutions company established in 2013, with an office in Ahmedabad, India. We serve businesses across healthcare, oil & gas, real estate, banking & fintech, manufacturing, education and retail. Our current focus is healthcare technology...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We build brands, products and services, from the smallest startups to enterprise transformation and government departments. We partner with transparency, velocity & collaboration at every step of the way to define digital products, elevate brands, and fuel growth...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Surry Hills, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Sixthsense Technologies Pvt. Ltd. is a premier Digital Creative Agency based in Hyderabad, India, offering a comprehensive range of services including domain registration, web hosting, email hosting, software product development, web design, digital marketing, graphic design, and branding solutions...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
GAZE is a Brisbane-based design studio that works with small businesses to create bold brands and packaging that pops. Because your brand is meant to be seen...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Hamilton, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
End-to-end exhibition stand design and build services, created to help growing brands stand out with confidence...
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- Design Services
- Event Marketing
- Reputation Management
- Product Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Amstelveen, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
End-to-End IT Solutions for Modern Business. From strategic planning to hands-on execution, we cover the full spectrum of technology services your business needs...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
- Product Design
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Athar Digital Studio builds practical digital products for real business needs from websites and web applications to mobile experiences, custom software and business systems. We combine UX/UI and development to turn ideas and problems into useful digital solutions...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Jerusalem, Israel
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Small branding, Marketing, Video production agency...
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- Branding
- Video Production
- Product Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Zapopan, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Future Platforms produces user-focused technical solutions for corporate clients. Our services include strategy, user experience, design, development and quality assurance. We have a strong focus on mobile, but work across the digital landscape designing and developing web and mobile apps, responsive...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Our vibrant and youthful team is motivated by the delivery of best-in-class service efficiencies and international best practices in the world of design and technology. Our focus on working in alignment with the expectations of a global market echoes our commitment to become the design partner of choice in...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Muscat, Oman
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
Hoops is a 360-degree marketing communication agency that determines the right channels for brands and reaches target audiences with the right marketing fictions...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Base Design is an international network of studios located in Brussels, New York, Geneva, and Melbourne. Our team of creatives, strategists and digital experts design and develop simple yet powerful brands and build unique personalities...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Vovi Studio, an acclaimed creative agency, specializes in shaping visionary brands into the icons of the future. We hold the belief that innovative concepts merit elegant expression...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are a 360 communications services agency that combines insight with creativity to create for you memorable campaigns with an impact.With more than 20 years experience in the field of communications we assist local and multinational brands to make confident, creative choices that get results!We...
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- Branding
- Public Relations
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
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- Ilioupoli, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Woods & Walker is a founder-led custom software development company and technology consultancy in Newcastle upon Tyne, working with businesses across the UK.We're business owners who solve problems with technology. Sometimes that means building bespoke, business-critical software. Sometimes it means...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- AI Development
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- Location
- Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Enlisted Design is a high-end creative agency founded in 2008, specializing in industrial design, branding, packaging, and digital experience. The agency partners with established and challenger brands including All birds, Stance, Arlo, Samsung, and Nestlé to deliver cohesive product and brand ecosystems...
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- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Lehi, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
HemingwayDesign is a multi-disciplinary design agency led by two generations of the Hemingway family and a wider team of talented designers...
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- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Zemma & Ruiz Moreno is a graphic design studio with expertise in wines.Working together since 1992, Santiago Zemma y Lucila M. Ruiz Moreno have developed branding, wine labels design and brands strategy for the main wineries in Argentina adding value to sale millions and millions of bottles.They have...
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- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Peschkedesign is a cutting-edge firm that works with startups to large companies and develops the perfect blend of physical and digital products. We understand what it takes for our clients - carefully crafted user experiences tailored specifically towards their target groups, all aided by an...
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- Design Services
- Product Design
- Content Marketing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A consulting firm, a software developer, and an AI agency enter a pub. There is no punch line here; just a full-service team that can take you quickly from problem to tried-and-true solution...
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- Software Development
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Wonder & Wander is an independent design and technology consultancy studio that partners with mission-driven organizations to create impactful products. With expertise in mobile app prototyping and a dedicated team with a decade of experience in startups, mobile engineering and product management, we deliver...
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- Branding
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
DISHER is a nationally recognized firm specializing in product development, engineering, and talent consulting. Since 2000, we have empowered Fortune 500 companies, suppliers, and independent inventors to create high-impact products and services. Our comprehensive services span the entire product lifecycle...
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- Branding
- Product Design
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Zeeland, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We design digital products for a distracted mankind.Our clients are big brands such as Google, Coca-Cola, BRF, Globo and Groupe Casino, but also Startups that boost their growth with amazing digital experiences...
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- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
Selland Technologies s here to empower your journey. Start where you are, and we'll guide you forward. With a dedicated point of contact, meticulous planning and a distributed team, we deliver exceptional results at a fraction of the cost. Embrace the power of Selland Technologies...
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- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Software Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Uniquely Compelling Video Animation Production Company in the UK...
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- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Product Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Welcome to UX Cabin! Let's figure it out together! Founded and lead by Seth Coelen back in 2016. We are a team of the researchers, designers, animators, project managers, developers from all around the world...
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- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Edistys crafts exceptional digital products by blending creative ingenuity with technical prowess. Offering product design, website development, and branding services, the agency uncovers the essence of brands and elevates their digital presence. Edistys sets new industry standards by delivering outstanding...
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- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Web Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At XiPHI.AI, we optimize and automate your business processes through Decision Analytics, AgenticAI, Conversational AI Classical AI and RAG applications. Automation, Information architecture and compliance at core, and AI best practices provide robust, reliable and quick deployments even in large complex...
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- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- AI Development
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Woodinville, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Latam Design is a founder-led design studio that helps companies improve UX, build higher-performing websites, and scale digital products through structured, implementation-ready design support. We work across product, UX/UI, landing pages, websites, and design systems for teams that need clarity, speed, and...
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- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
I am a freelance web designer and developer based in Hong Kong. I have been building websites and digital products for 16 years, from simple marketing sites to more complex platforms and tools...
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- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Mimic Productions is a leading Berlin-based 3D Animation and Motion Capture studio focusing on high-quality, photo-realistic digital doubles and 3D Characters...
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- Video Production
- Product Design
- Digital Strategy
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
From concept to production, we handle everything so you can focus on growing your food brand. Our durable, food-safe burger sleeves are designed to enhance presentation, protect your product, and fit your business scale perfectly...
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- Branding
- Product Design
- Logo Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- California City, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Zelios is a UI/UX design studio founded in 2012 and based in the USA. We embed senior UI/UX, product and motion designers in client product teams on a month-to-month retainer, from a single specialist to a full product design pod, working across PST and EST time zones...
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- UI/UX Design
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- Web Design
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- Location
- Kalispell, Montana
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Design-led, AI-native product partner for Products, Websites, and Front-ends,with ROI behind every dollar spent.Our process is lean and adaptive: Niche, Senior Teams, Integrated Workflows,and AI woven through every layer...
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
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7 Frequently Asked Questions About Product Design Firms
What services do product design companies offer?
They offer a broad, end-to-end set of services that combine strategy, engineering, and user experience to bring physical and digital products to market faster and with lower risk.
Their key services include:
- Product strategy and discovery: Accounting for over 39% of revenue share in 2023, this concerns defining what product to build and why, based on market demand, business goals, and user needs. It includes market research, product positioning, concept validation, and early-stage product development planning.
- UX research and user experience (UX Design): Understanding user behavior and designing experiences that are intuitive and efficient, relying on UX research, usability testing, journey mapping, and behavior analysis for digital products and services.
- Industrial design: Designing physical products with a focus on usability, aesthetics, and manufacturability. It includes form development, ergonomics, materials selection, and collaboration with industrial designers.
- Engineering and technical design: Translating design concepts into functional, manufacturable solutions using engineering principles, including mechanical engineering, system architecture, feasibility analysis, and design for manufacturing.
- CAD modeling and prototyping: Product designers create digital and physical models to test, refine, and validate product concepts before production.
- Branding, visual, and experience design: Aligning the product with a cohesive brand identity and consistent user experience across all touchpoints, while relying on graphic design, packaging, and integration with digital marketing and web development.
- Product launch, optimization, and growth: Supporting the product after design to ensure successful launch and continuous improvement.
How much do product design services cost?
The cost of hiring product design companies varies widely depending on scope, complexity, and the level of expertise.
Product design firms typically charge $100-$450 per hour for full-service work that includes UX design, engineering, and product development.
Project-based pricing:
- Small projects (e.g., concept design, UX audit): $5,000-$15,000
- Mid-size projects, such as UX/UI design for a mobile app or web platform: $30,000-$100,000
- End-to-end product development: $100,000+
What's the difference between product design, industrial design, and UX design?
The best product design agencies combine all three into a collaborative approach, ensuring your product is functional, manufacturable, intuitive, and competitive in the market.
| Product design | Industrial design | UX design |
| A holistic discipline that covers the entire product development process, from idea to launch, across physical and digital products. | A specialized field focused on designing the form, function, and manufacturability of physical consumer products. | A discipline focused on optimizing user experience and usability for digital products like platforms and mobile apps. |
| Aligning business goals user needs, and technical feasibility into a successful product. |
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| Used for end-to-end product design agency work for both physical and digital products. | Used for hardware, devices, and physical goods requiring production. | Used for software, SaaS platforms, web design, and mobile app interfaces. |
Are there hidden costs I should be aware of when hiring product designers?
Yes, you may expect some additional or hidden costs, although most reputable product design companies will present clear pricing.
According to the Project Management Institute, projects with unclear requirements are 2-3 times more likely to exceed budget and timelines.
| Cost category | Estimated cost range |
| Scope creep and extra iterations | 10% to 30% of the total project budget |
| UX research and testing | $5,000-$25,000+ per round |
| Prototyping and engineering work | $2,000-$50,000+ |
| Third-party tools and integrations | $500-$5,000+ per project |
| Post-launch support and updates | $5,000-$15,000+ per month |
| Manufacturing preparation | $10,000-$100,000+ |
The best designers with proven expertise will be transparent about these factors and help you plan for the true cost of product design, instead of just the initial estimate.
What should I look for in a product design firm's portfolio?
When evaluating an agency portfolio, you're assessing whether the team can deliver measurable business outcomes, handle complexity, and align with your product goals.
Therefore, look for the following:
- Proven business impact: Look for case studies that show measurable results. A strong case study might show a 30-50% increase in conversion rates after UX redesign or a 20% reduction in churn for a SaaS product.
- End-to-end product design process: Top product designers should demonstrate a complete design process, starting from research, through ideation, prototyping, and testing, to launch.
- Depth in UX research and user-centered design: A strong portfolio should show how the team understands user needs. High-quality projects often include 5-10 user interviews per testinground, which is standard for identifying most usability issues.
- Experience with similar product types or industries: An agency with 3-5 similar projects in your space is more likely to understand constraints and speed up delivery.
- Technical capability and engineering integration: A strong portfolio should show evidence of CAD modeling, prototyping, or engineering work, integration with mechanical engineering or development teams.
- Complexity and problem-solving ability: A renowned product design studio showcases how it solves complex challenges. Projects involving multiple user roles or workflows indicate higher capability.
How do product design companies measure success?
They measure success based on real business impact, user experience, and product performance:
- User experience (UX design) performance
Measured through usability metrics like task success rate, time-on-task, and user satisfaction. Better UX can improve task completion rates by up to 80%, according to Nielsen Norman Group. - Conversion and revenue growth
Design improvements are tracked through conversion rates, sales, and funnel performance. Small UX changes can increase conversions by 10–25%, according to Forrester. - User engagement and retention
Active users, session duration, and churn rate show how well the product meets user needs. PwC reports that UX improvements can boost retention by up to 30%. - Time-to-market and efficiency
A strong design process reduces delays and rework. Companies with mature design practices can cut development time by up to 50%, according to McKinsey. - Product adoption and market fit
Success is measured by how quickly users adopt the product and how often key features are used. - Return on investment (ROI)
Design is evaluated based on revenue growth and cost savings. Design-led companies achieve 32% higher revenue growth and 56% higher shareholder returns, according to McKinsey.
What is the typical timeline for a product design project?
The timeline for a product design project depends on the scope and complexity, as well as whether you're building digital or physical products.
Most product design firms follow a structured timeline ranging from a few weeks to several months, as presented in the table below.
| Phase | Timeline | Process |
| Discovery and research | 1-3 weeks | Defining business goals, conducting market analysis, and performing UX research to understand user needs. |
| Concept development | 2-4 weeks | Cefining business goals, conducting market analysis, and performing UX research to understand user needs. |
| UX/UI and detailed design | 4-8 weeks | Developing high-fidelity designs, prototypes, and UX/UI design systems for digital products or detailed specs for physical products. |
| Prototyping and testing | 2-6 weeks | Building prototypes, running usability tests, and iterating based on feedback. |
| Engineering and handoff | 2-6 weeks | Finalizing designs for development, including collaboration with engineering or web development teams. |
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