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Rivetry is a full-service branding and web design studio based in the scenic Pacific Northwest. With a people-first philosophy, we create thoughtful, engaging solutions that enhance every experience...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Creativity is constant, not seasonal. We are dedicated to crafting stories out of your vision. Not just a logo system that you can stick on everything and hope people notice. We build recognition, trust, and loyalty through marks, colors, and type that leave your audience in awe...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Kailua, Hawaii
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are more than 100 skilled web designers with over a decade of expertise producing top-notch work. Youve seen it, so believe it. These are actual figures...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $89/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Custom healthcare websites designed to improve patient experience, increase online visibility, and help clinics grow with modern web design and SEO...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Retail intelligence software for mid-market FMCG brands. We turn store-level data into weekly decisions deployed in weeks, measured on margin...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- Engineering
- AI Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
COM J'M DIGITAL is a digital marketing agency specializing in helping businesses strengthen their online presence and achieve measurable growth. Its services include search engine optimization (SEO), web design and development, social media marketing, PPC advertising, content marketing, email marketing...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Video Production
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Sfax, Tunisia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
I am Taras Pasternak, a specialized product designer and AI Design Engineer focusing on UI/UX for mobile apps and B2B SaaS platforms. I bridge the gap between business goals and user experience, delivering intuitive, high-converting digital products. My core services include strategic UX design, modern web...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Software Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Intuitive UI/UX design, captivating animations, and dynamic branding solutions. Our team of experts specializes in producing digital experiences that engage users and elevate businesses worldwide...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We are an independently owned visual brand strategy and design agency. We specialise in creating effective design solutions for food and drink brands and believe in the power of partnership.We specialise in brand startegy, brand creation and packaging design, but our services extend to experential, POS, ATL...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Stateless is a passionate team of fashion branding, design, and industry experts. We specialize in crafting memorable brands, functional apparel, and fresh clothing lines. With a global network and collaborative approach, we support entrepreneurs, investors, designers, and established companies in navigating...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our focus is on delivering results that meet and exceed your unique business objectives. Our team is committed to working closely with you to understand your needs and create tailored strategies that help you achieve success...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Product Design
- Print Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Murfreesboro, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
AndAgain has an Integrating strategic insights, creative ingenuity, and cutting-edge technology, we specialize in the development of digital products, websites, apps, and campaigns that not only enhance our clients' online presence but also elevate the image of our agency partners...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Established in 1986, we're an experienced graphic design company working with brands, businesses and startups across the UK...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Reading, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Lara Spence and her team specialize in business-smart WordPress responsive web design and clear copy writing. We do web copy, enewsletter content creation, brochure writing and article writing. We also offer web design, search engine optimization services (SEO), pay per click advertising (PPC) and content...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Advertising
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Since 2020 we have been working with business owners from USA and Mexico to grow their businesses through digital marketingn mind. Se habla Español. We Speak English...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Advertising
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- Location
- Monterrey, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We at Damson Design Agency are passionate about graphic design and how it can better our clients' businesses. We always provide the best solutions for you through our experience in the field and our ethos of reliability and trust...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Fermoy, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
Beetle & Frog builds strategy-first websites for Inland Empire service businesses. We are based in Riverside and work exclusively with contractors, trades, medical practices, and local operators who need a site that actually generates calls and leads.Every project starts with your customer's decision...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
- CRO
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- Location
- Riverside, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $152/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
CloudGeometry is a Silicon Valley engineering firm that builds and runs cloud-native platforms, data pipelines, and AI systems for SaaS and enterprise teams. Its AI-MSL offering pairs an AI-driven delivery platform with a managed service: AI agents carry build and maintenance work across the software...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Managed Services
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Sunnyvale, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Award Winning Web Design and Branding Agency based in Detroit...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Detroit, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A team of professionals who have successfully developed and implemented business IT solutions for over two years. We take on the challenge of complex technology provision for medium and large organizations.Our team implements the boldest business ideas at any stage of development.Devurai opens new...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $33/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SCART Design is an independent creative studio from Serbia, led by graphic and web designer Slavoljub Ćirković. With over 20 years of design experience, we create distinctive brand identities, sports graphics, websites, packaging and digital experiences for clients worldwide...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Sokobanja, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Daria Sorokina is a UI/UX designer who specializes in creating websites, landing pages, mobile apps, and other digital products. Her designs prioritize the end user, while collaborating with clients to effectively convey their key messages on the page...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Print Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Valencia, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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...
Top Services:
- 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
Amazon Automations is a USA-based service agency of auomations service providers. They provide services of automation like: amazon automation, Shopify automation, tiktok automation and walmart automations...
Top Services:
- Cloud Consulting
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Public Relations
- Print Design
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- Location
- California City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Flashlight Agency is a top internet marketing service company in California, focused on creating powerful online marketing strategies for measurable growth...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Palm Desert, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Inellipse has experience in Software and IT outsourcing company. Our software development practices, optimized processes, and tailored approach produce software solutions with the perfect cost-to-quality ratio...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Bitola, Macedonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
At Beyond, you can find all your design solutions. We offer comprehensive design that goes beyond your expectations. Services include concept design, unique illustrations, customized photography, playful typography, distinctive layout designs, and a customized and personalized client approach...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Package Design
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- Location
- Amman, Jordan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
TopDevz is an innovative software development and technology delivery partner that brings your ideas and visions to life quickly and cost-effectively by giving you direct access to elite software development experts located throughout the United States and Canada who are rated at the top 1% of their skill...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $145/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
International company committed to crafting ideas into lovable products. Coding and software development is what we love to do the most, but we do much more than that...
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- Cybersecurity
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Wearables
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- Location
- Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Graphics.lk is a company that specializes in graphic design, web design, and advertising for startup businesses and small corporations. With 20 years of experience in the industry, we provide creative marketing strategies and guidelines to increase your sales. Our services include branding identity, business...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Malabe, Sri Lanka
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our group of 30 enthusiastic engineers, researchers, designers, and product managers is prepared to turn your concept into a workable digital product...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Budapest, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
At Fabrity, we specialize in bespoke software development, product design, blockchain development, and low-code solutions. Our clients can count on us to build software development teams covering all skills and project roles. We work closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and deliver...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
The primary objective of Edison Tech, which was established in 2017, is to develop Hardware & Software products and solutions for businesses...
Top Services:
- IoT
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- T'bilisi, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
QeRetail is a group of enthusiastic Software Developers, Web Designers, and Digital Marketers. We provide eCommerce website design and development in addition to eCommerce search engine optimization services. The experience of Ecommerce Design & Development of over 3000+ eStores has also helped us engage you...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Package Design
- Product Design
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Woodland, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $28/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a development company that places a strong emphasis on design. Our expertise lies in crafting web and mobile applications for startups as well as large corporations. We specialize in developing both Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) and complete digital solutions...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- SEO
- Product Design
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
At Inovatica, our focus is on transforming brilliant ideas into successful digital products. With offices in Poland and the USA, we specialize in providing offshore software services that cover everything from design to development, and maintenance. Our self-organizing team is committed to working closely...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Chispa is a growth and technology lab that focuses on providing startups and new ventures with exceptional experience design. Our team consists of designers, developers and creators who possess a founder's mentality...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Rincón de Milberg, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With a lean and distributed team of 70 experts, we have partnered with over 100 brands while remaining true to our roots of developing excellent products with an agile mindset. Our offices in India, the UK, and the US are built to encourage creativity and help our teams come up with solutions that never fail...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Build, monetize, and scale digital products that position your company to succeed in the market with the help of CodeBerry Solutions...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Sanford, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Frank is a creative software company with global reach, specializing in software and digital experiences. Our services cover everything from UX and UI design to app development and support, with exceptional results guaranteed...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Şişli, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Inspeerity is a digital solutions provider that empowers companies to innovate, grow faster, and stay competitive in the digital age. Our full-stack development services cover every phase of your project lifecycle, from defining requirements to designing, building and deploying software applications for web...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Product Design
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- Location
- Białystok, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Nessa is a digital product design studio that partners with high-growth eCommerce startups and brands to deliver world-class customer experiences through product design, engineering, and digital strateg...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Our team is dedicated to transforming and creating exceptional experiences for our partners. We achieve this by offering a comprehensive range of top-quality services, including UI/UX design, product design and strategy, visual design, motion graphics, and web development...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Coral Gables, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Decojent is a product design company that specializes in producing intuitive and engaging web and mobile designs for enterprise apps in industries such as SaaS, data visualization, ecommerce, and fintech. Our focus on creating meaningful experiences that connect with users ensures business success...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
NOCTAVIS - is an innovative corporation with extensive experience in the design and implementation of embedded electronic systems. NOCTAVIS is an expert in embedded electronics, electronic devices and software, IoT solutions, artificial intelligence and digital optics...
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- IoT
- Software Development
- Wearables
- Product Design
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- Location
- Vilnius, Lithuania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
I finished my bachelors from Arizona State University in Interdisciplinary Studies, with concentrations in Media Analysis and Visual Communication Design. At the same time, I also got a History minor because I wanted to, I like history, and I can make my own decisions...
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- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
SevenDesign is a versatile creative agency that provides end-to-end solutions for brand design, product development, and digital experiences...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Product Design
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- Location
- Sausalito, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hello world! I'm Valerie Giffin, a graphic designer & consultant specializing in brand identity and hand lettering for brands that have fun with their messaging...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Product Design
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- Location
- Thunder Bay, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Punchcut is a user interface design and innovation company specializing in mobile, connected products and services across devices...
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- UI/UX Design
- AI Development
- Market Research
- Product Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
At AlphaSquad Technologies, we transcend mere development to craft transformative digital experiences. With unmatched proficiency in Web Development and Mobile Application Development, we pave the way toward an innovative, digitally evolved landscape. Our specialization lies in pioneering Website Design...
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- Mobile App Development
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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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