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With Info-Polus, save budget and time compared to building an in-house development team. Our 15+ years of experience across IT disciplines makes us experts at turning great ideas into extraordinary software people love using! We offer web & mobile & desktop app dev, business analysis, UI/UX product design +...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Krasamo Inc. is a mobile development company based in Plano, Texas, specializing in iOS, Android, web and cross-platform solutions and firmware for IoT products...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
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- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We are a media production and design house with a "fluid agency" business model, so we can work with the best minds anywhere...
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- Branding
- Video Production
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Litebox is a design and development partner specializing in web and mobile application development, UX/UI design, and digital marketing. They are a team of professionals obsessed with digital products, continuously testing and innovating to stay at the forefront of their industry...
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- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Blockchain
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
QClay Design is a global creative agency that specializes in creating holistic design solutions for inspiring brands. Their team of experts provides custom solutions from research to testing and optimization, dedicated to delivering exceptional service...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Product Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
An award-winning brand creation and implementation agency that specializes in Retail & CPG brand packaging...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
Welcome to Matt LeGrice profile! I'm a design specialist with over 15 years of experience doing a little bit of a lot of things. Currently based in Jersey City, NJ...
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- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Bängeri engages Gen Z advisors to collaborate in enhancing brand strategies, product and service offerings as well as optimizing marketing communication. We leverage co-creation methodologies in the consultation process...
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- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- Branding
- Product Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Helsinki, Finland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $170/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
DKD, an acclaimed design studio located in Athens, Greece, was established by graphic designer Peter Dimopoulos and industrial designer John Karatzas, who merged their talents to create a dynamic creative center...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
THENODE LAB combines creative strategy with human-centric design to empower startups and bold ventures on their transformative journeys. Driven by cultural insights, technology, and social aspirations, the team crafts experiences that foster emotional bonds and inspire change. From concept to execution...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We will be guide on your digital journey providing web development, UX/UI design, e-commerce development, creative strategy & daily technical support...
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- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Tashkent, Uzbekistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a powerhouse of creative minds dedicated to pushing the boundaries of art, design, and storytelling. With diverse backgrounds in 3D animation, CGI, VFX, digital marketing, and filmmaking, we bring a unique fusion of technical expertise and artistic vision to every project...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Brantford, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $115/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
PPP Industry is a custom software development company specializing in modern web solutions with Node.js and React.js. We build scalable, secure, and user-focused applications tailored to the needs of startups and growing businesses...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- SEO
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Ternopil, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Metabrand is a startup branding agency helping Tech, Fintech, SaaS, and AI startups in the US, UK, and EU launch strong and scale fast...
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- Design Services
- Digital Services
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Limassol, Cyprus
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
B2B Website and Product Design and Development Agency | Stop Guessing. Start Growing. Websites Engineered for ROI...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $275/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Garkon is a full-service creative IT studio specializing in website development and promotion. We have everything you need to support any resource, any topic, and any business online...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Product Design
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- Location
- Moscow, Russia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SOL Germany is a large format exhibition stand design and build agency. We are experts in custom built exhibition stands, portable displays for promotions and activations as well as modular display stands for conventions and conferences. From building complex expo stands to customising small display kits, we...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Frankfurt, Germany
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
We are a Toronto-based creative studio built for organizations that want exceptional design without the cost, layers, or ego of a traditional agency...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Flowlix Studio is a UI/UX and web design agency based in Egypt, serving clients across the Arab world. With 80+ projects delivered, we specialize in product design, web development, and brand identity. We also provide white-label design and development services for agencies looking to scale their teams...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ismailia, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Insignia Productions is a premier video production agency and digital marketing agency based in Nairobi, Kenya. Since 2007, we deliver comprehensive video production services, corporate video production, documentary video production, and social media video production for businesses worldwide...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
- Product Design
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- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Softgen is the UK's #1 software development agency for AI applications. It builds AI agents, copilots, retrieval (RAG) systems, SaaS platforms, MVPs, web apps and mobile apps for founders and growing companies. A senior-only team works to the Softgen Method: fixed scope, fixed price and a launch date agreed...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We find what your business is missing, then design and build it...
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- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At Sphere, we believe in big ideas made even bigger by a smart media mix. We operate in a stripped-back, responsive environment where our core team of creative, media and digital specialists tap into a network of trusted professionals handpicked to bring big ideas to life.This approach ensures you only...
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- Logo Design
- Public Relations
- Design Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $170/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are one of the first social agency in Italy. From 2009 we join, manage and relate with communities on the main social networks. Since 2013 we have developed a new branding division, encolsing a professional team with more than ten-years experience in strategic design. We join up social and branding...
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- Public Relations
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Turin, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
My story is simple. I don't have an elaborate website with a lot of marketing fluff. I have been an artist since I can remember, winning awards for illustrated horse drawings as a little girl. I have been designing as an artist conventionaly and digitally for my entire life. I love what I do and could...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Peoria, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
We are an Argentine Graphic Design firm, we create projects, we build brands. We work for a big and small companies as well...
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- Branding
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are a full-service agency that operates nationwide through a strong network of experts and partners who focus on effective planning strategies to achieve hassle-free execution and reach the best results and highest ROI for our clients...
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- Video Production
- Design Services
- Digital Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Cairo, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
I work with early-stage startups to craft their identity, launch their product, and scale with confidence...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
A web design and marketing agency you can trust to fulfill all your digital marketing needs such as web design, digital designd and marketing...
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- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Hustle is a digital agency dedicated to crafting impactful digital products. Our approach combines expertise in product lifecycle support with specialized consultation tailored to startups and established businesses, fostering a culture of collaboration and shared learning...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Public Relations
- Product Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
My name is Sarah and I'm a Graphic Designer, Logo Designer, Website Developer & Finished Artist from Bayswater Melbourne. I have been in the Graphic Design industry for over 15 years. Including working in the field, I have developed my skills by completing courses in Photography, Graphic Design, Printing and...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Bayswater, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Using creative and innovative solutions to help achieve clients desired results through advertising and marketing designs...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Lleida, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
other people studio is a brand and digital design studio in Vilnius. We build brand identities and websites as one system, starting with the people a business needs to reach...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Vilnius, Lithuania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At ThirtySquare, we offer an unlimited graphic and video design subscription service. With our streamlined process and talented team, we deliver high-quality designs to meet all your creative needs...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Nomads Hong Kong, a full-stack performance marketing agency, was established by a team of seasoned professionals with prior experience at Google. Leveraging their expertise and insights gained from their tenure at one of the tech industry's giants, the agency specializes in delivering top-notch...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Digital Strategy
- Product Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We're a Brazilian design studio, which develops and co-creates strategic and creative solutions for brands and people...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Cralite Digital stands at the forefront of the industry, providing top-tier creative design, SEO, social media marketing, data analysis, and web design services. With a focus on excellence and innovation, we empower businesses to thrive in the dynamic digital landscape...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Trusted by market leaders, our agency is Europe's premier choice for AI, technology, and marketing solutions. We are known for our scalability and agility, delivering exceptional results that drive growth. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we empower businesses to stay ahead in the competitive...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Birkirkara, Malta
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Kraft Web Agency specializes in developing websites of varying complexity, tailored to each client's unique needs. Our individual approach ensures personalized and effective web solutions...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Enzel Monkey Lab, the leading online marketing, web design and development agency in Dubai. We offer exceptional SEO, graphic design, photography, and videography services to help your business thrive online...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
VENRUP connects startups and enterprises with the top 1% remote talent in 24 hours. Create or augment existing teams fast with vetted talent...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A digital agency from Rio de Janeiro focused on solving problems!...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are software alchemists: crafting more than code, creating new realities.Like those who once turned metals into gold, we blend technology, creativity, and human insight to forge innovative software that transforms how the world works, thinks, and feels...
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- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
A creative studio for a new generation of brand builders. Founded in 2016, our team operates on the principle that while many can execute, building a robust strategy first is crucial before we Act Second. This philosophy ensures that our creative solutions are not only innovative but also strategically...
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- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $185/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Professional graphic design & branding agency in Bangladesh delivering logo design, brand identity, and creative solutions worldwide...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At DigiFlav, we design, develop, and market digital experiences that transform ideas into impact. From brand identity to online growth, we help your business stand out and scale...
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- Graphic Design
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- Logo Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Texas City, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Brndry is a full service strategic branding and digital growth agency delivering end-to-end creative, marketing and development solutions. From crafting distinctive brand identities and intuitive digital experiences to executing performance-driven marketing campaigns. Brndry partners with businesses across...
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- Branding
- Digital Services
- Package Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Greenwood Village, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We build our own style. We dont just follow trends we remix them. From brand identity to video and photo production, we deliver a full 360° service. In short: We mix, build, and serve your brand at its best...
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- Digital Services
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- Location
- Ankara, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AEN Media is an in-house digital agency based in Kalamaria, Thessaloniki (Greece), with studios in Stuttgart and Wroclaw. We design cinematic, high-performance websites and e-shops, build mobile, desktop and web apps and custom software, and develop AI agents, chatbots and GDPR-compliant automation. We also...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Kalamaria Municipality, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Graphic Studio is a professional graphic design and photo editing service provider specializing in clipping path, background removal, photo retouching, product image editing, logo design, and branding for eCommerce and businesses worldwide...
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- Package Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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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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