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Craft Creative is a nationally renowned premium video production company headquartered in Charleston, SC that provides tailored creative solutions to partners across the United States...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Video Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
You bring the energy, the clarity, the purpose––in person, its undeniable. Now its time for your brand to match that power.Create a brand foundation rooted in who you truly are––so your message is clear, your presence is magnetic, and your business grows with aligned momentum...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Melbourne FL, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We transform market challenges into brand and revenue opportunities, driving meaningful change in our clients' businesses through strategy, brand development, creativity and storytelling...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Design Services
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- Location
- Celebration, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Brafton is a content marketing and SEO agency in Sydney, helping APAC brands earn visibility in traditional search and AI search (GEO). In-house strategists, writers and SEO specialists drive rankings, traffic and AI citations...
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- Content Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $270/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
We are the ones you call when you need an extra pair of hands to help you build the narrative based content that your team can't handle on their own, or if you don't have a team at all...
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Founded by Imran Imtiyaz, The Flick Studio is a full-service creative agency specializing in branding, marketing, content production, and digital growth solutions. Built on the belief that every brand has a unique story to tell, we partner with businesses, startups, entrepreneurs, and established...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
BRK is a Charlotte-based full-service agency specializing in branding, video production, web design, lead generation, social media, digital marketing for B2B + B2C. With over 35 years of experience, BRK delivers strategic, data-driven campaigns that captivate audiences and drive measurable results...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Computer graphics studio ARTPLAY.STUDIO offers graphic content development services: Motion design, 3D graphics and visualisation, interactive multimedia presentations for video walls and touchscreens. VR applications development for business...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Audio Production
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- Location
- Moscow, Russia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $210/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Architects of Impact. Takt transforms bold ideas into powerful brands, high-performing websites, and campaigns that help ambitious organizations lead with clarity and confidence...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Branding. Interactive. Video. A creative agency built the way you work.Big ideas, a nimble team, and branded content that grabs attention...
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- Branding
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Advertising
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Senior-led brand and digital studio in Reno, Nevada, building brands, websites and marketing that work as one system for midsize organizations...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Reno, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Unlike one-size-fits-all approaches, we believe in tailoring every package to fit the unique needs of each client. We don't confine ourselves to one niche because your brand is as unique as your fingerprint. Avanti Creativo is where creativity meets results, and where your brand's journey becomes a...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
Signal Factory is a brand and creative studio blending deep insight, high-end visuals, and creative intuition to build brands that speak volumes. Since 2010, we've closed the gap between strategy and execution, helping global brands move from fragmented messaging to brand systems that scale...
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- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We are a Medical Animation Company providing 3D Medical Animation, 3D Renderings, Custom Medical Graphics and Visualization services for the Healthcare profession. From Investor Pitch Videos, to Educational Content, Training, Explainer Videos for New Medical Devices, we create custom presentation Videos and...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Richardson, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We architect, produce and deliver transformative digital solutions that drive organizational excellence, accelerate growth, and deliver quantifiable impact. We specialize in 3 core areas; technology, creative, and learning services–all of which we have decades of experience in cultivating unique and...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Newton, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Modelight is a Warsaw-based 3D animation studio specializing in B2B technical content. Since 2008, we've produced animations and visualizations for CNC manufacturers, medical device companies, HVAC brands, and industrial e-commerce clients who need to explain how something works, not just what it looks like...
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- Video Production
- Product Design
- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
GreenRubino is an independent, integrated marketing, advertising, and public relations agency based in Seattle. For nearly 50 years, we have helped organizations solve complex marketing challenges and build momentum that produces measurable business results...
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- Advertising
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Public Relations
- Branding
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $195/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Specialists in strategic brand building and web design for nonprofits who change systems that help create a more just, equitable, and sustainable world...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Logo Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $185/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Resource Media is a specialist video production company focused on delivering high-impact visual storytelling for mining and resource sector clients. We create engaging corporate videos, investor updates, and promotional content that clearly communicate complex projects and company milestones to target...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Rebellion Group is a full-service brand and marketing agency based in Connecticut. We help organizations understand their markets, clarify their position, strengthen their brands, and create marketing that moves people and drives growth...
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- Branding
- AEO
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Cheshire, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
Accelity is a strategy-first marketing partner that helps growth-stage companies scale through process-driven, data-powered, creative execution, connecting strategy to measurable performance...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We help businesses communicate their to stand out within their market niches. We are a specialized B2B branding agency...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Business Consulting
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We're a Portland-based Digital Marketing Agency who put down roots in 2008 with a mission to partner with clients we believe in to build their brand, tell their story, and grow their business...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a health-native communication agency with a singular mission: Be Great To Do Good. Experts in behavioural science communications, we create great work that cements real-life behavior change for lasting impact. That's good for our clients, good for health, good for us all...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Development
- Video Production
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Riehen, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $170/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We create inspired video content for web, social, and advertising campaigns. We produce high-end corporate events for brand launches, market updates and team-building town halls. From our Dublin recording studio, we master audio for radio commercials, podcasts and audio books, while offering green s...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
- Web Design
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
eDesign Interactive
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.eDesign Interactive shoots films, builds 3D animations, and produces motion graphics and illustration videos entirely in-house, embedded within web design and digital campaign projects. The video production company has earned Webby, Davey, W3, Lovie, and AWWWARDS honors in recognition of its work...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Morristown, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 45 Projects Listed
The Bureau Of Small Projects
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Big Brand Experience Put to Work for Small Business, Nonprofits and Startups
Bureau of Small Projects staffs its video production team exclusively with specialists who have Fortune 500 and big brand experience. The video production agency runs a 7-step process that goes from competitive strategy and scripting through shooting, editing, color grading, and multi-platform delivery...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 31 Projects Listed
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The Bureau Of Small Projects Reviews & Testimonials
Web Development Review from Michael Arnaldo
We have worked with Bureau of Small Projects as our primary WordPress engineering partner for over three years. They have consistently delivered on technically demanding projects and have been a reliable resource for both development work and ongoing site maintenance.What distinguishes them is the combination of technical capability and operational professionalism. Communication is structured and consistent, scoping is accurate, and the team responds quickly when issues come up. For organizations that need a dependable agency for sophisticated WordPress work, Bureau of Small Projects comes with our strong recommendation.
Web Development Review from Whit Garling, PMP
We needed a development partner that was highly capable, willing to work through ambiguity, and could handle the pressure of a fast-paced project with a large scope and extremely complicated stakeholder landscape.BSP delivered on all counts. We could not have asked for a better partner. They truly felt like an extension of our team when things got intense. Always quick to respond to fires, problem solve and offer options, and maintain poise at all times. 10/10 experience!Highly recommend this team to anyone looking for a world class development partner!
Small Business Review from Eryn Schnel Yolac
What an amazing journey this has been! Im incredibly impressed by the results, and I owe it all to David, Camielle, and the fantastic team. The outcome has far surpassed what I imagined, and Im genuinely thrilled. Your commitment and hard work are evident in every detail. Thank you for delivering such exceptional work!
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Colormatics
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.A Video-Led Creative Company
Colormatics has produced video campaigns for Fiverr, American Express, Budweiser, Vanguard, Cabela's, and PrizePicks. The video-led creative agency covers live action production, animation, VFX, 3D, post-production, graphic design, photography, and media planning from offices in Austin and Spokane...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Graphic Design
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Spokane, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 21 Projects Listed
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Colormatics Reviews & Testimonials
Video Production Review from Bryce McPartland
We were referred to colormatics by our ad people at krem. We compared pricing and products of colormatics against a number of industry-specific marketing providers. Colormatics had the strongest portfolio and, surprisingly, offered exceptional pricing.Colormatics laid out a full shoot schedule which was pre-approved. They arrived on scene early one morning and traveled across central Washington to four separate locations to make an exceptionally tight yet comprehensive video about our firm. We began around 8 am and wrapped about 430 pm.Colormatics maintained excellent lines of communication including via email, text, cell and the video editing platform that they utilized. I always felt "in the loop" with them.
Video Production Review from Allison Grunthaner Gibicsar
Colormatics has been an outstanding partner in creating a huge amount of assets needed for our biggest product launch of 2023. This includes but is not limited to: social media videos, product videos, mattress cutaway visualizations, YouTube bumpers, edited b-roll, and more. The whole team is always willing to hop on the phone or quickly answer an email, with fast asset delivery and willingness to bring forth suggestions/solves outside of their scope.
Video Production Review from Ryan Throckmorton
Our team developed the idea of showcasing individuals who are making a positive impact online within their own communities. When we shared the concept with Colormatics, they immediately explored creative ways to bring it to life visually. They transformed our vision into a compelling visual narrative.The final piece blended live-action footage with motion graphics. We conducted interviews and also wanted to highlight the social media activity of these community members. Their profiles were used as a storytelling device, appearing almost like flashbacks, but animated in a way that made the content feel like it was unfolding in real time.We’re now experimenting with turning interview voiceovers into animated illustrations. We believe these could resonate even more on social platforms. The plan was to compare performance between the two video styles, and we’re looking forward to testing them soon.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsAdapts Media is a Digital First creative marketing agency specializing in curating multi-pronged marketing strategies. Our experts will help you discover the best opportunities and execute campaigns to drive higher ROI for your business. A One-stop shop for all your Marketing needs...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- eCommerce
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Localeyes Video Production
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Emmy-winning B2B video production with dedicated local crews nationwide: strategy-first video
LocalEyes is an Emmy Award-winning video production company that has produced over 3,900 testimonial, brand , product, corporate, explainer, educational, promo, event, animation, and teaser videos for 300+ clients...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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Localeyes Video Production Reviews & Testimonials
Video Production Review from Stephanie Solis
LocalEyes was instrumental in helping us turn our unknown footage into valuable assets. Their expertise in video production allowed us to effectively utilize our existing materials to support our revenue goals. Highly recommend!
Video Marketing Review from Tiffany Vittetoe
LocalEyes Video Production is absolutely awesome to work with! Weve partnered on many projects, and they consistently exceed expectations. Their team is flexible, responsive, and incredibly friendly, making every collaboration seamless and enjoyable. They have an amazing ability to adapt to our needs, ensuring that each project turns out perfectly. We couldnt be happier with the work weve done together! Highly recommend!
Educational Videos Review from Noelle Becker
Overall, I am very pleased with how our video turned out. They did a wonderful job listening to our needs and making sure they edited the footage to our liking. I highly recommend their services. Education-based videos are fairly specific and they really understood what we wanted to achieve. I would definitely work with them again.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsFireBelly creates strategic design solutions that give brand owners & employees genuine pride. You see, its easier to respect, buy and sell a brand you understand. We specialise in branding start-ups; fast and effective design solutions for new companies. We also help established companies refresh and rebrand...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Were (spark), a full-service production agency with speed, agility, and a collaborative spirit.We help you craft compelling stories people want to hear and deliver them on the right channel, at the right time, to the right person. Getting your brand ready to act when that magic moment strikes that...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- UI/UX Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our promise to you as a business owner is to fulfill our commitment by executing a PROFITABLE and EFFICIENT strategy to GROW your business!...
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- Graphic Design
- Advertising
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Bixby, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Grapeshoot is a brand development and marketing agency offering global-quality corporate and product communications services. Our team specializes in providing creative design, expert analysis, and customized client service for your company's demands, without the high overhead costs and lag time associated...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Redwood City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Full-service creative for complex B2B brands. We handle strategy, branding, web, campaigns, content, and digital, and we see past the brief on every one. Most clients arrive with a project. They stay for years...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
- AEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Alpharetta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Midnight Snacks, the Denver-based crew of late-night creatives, has been specializing in turning complex ideas into digestible visual stories since 2010. Picture us as your culinary storytellers, serving up narratives that captivate your audience's visual palate while effectively conveying your message...
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- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
BL Friedman Creative offers customized solutions for websites, apps, video, animation, and film. In today's digital landscape, small businesses cannot afford to overlook the vast online marketing opportunities accessible to those adept at analyzing and interpreting data into company-specific goals...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Stateline, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Storyflow is a premium video production company based in London and operating globally. We partner with agencies and brands to help them create videos that bridge the gap between what's 'cool' and what 'works'...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Creative & CGI-driven boutique studio specialized in 2D and 3D Art Direction and Motion Design.We are available to work with clients and agenciesaround the world...
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- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Location
- Santiago, Chile
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MLC Media is a full-service creative and advertising agency based in San Diego. We produce high-impact video content, manage social media strategies, and run performance-driven ad campaigns across Meta, Google, and TikTok. Our founder-led model means clients work directly with senior strategists no handoffs...
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- Video Production
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Advertising
- PPC
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- Location
- La Mesa, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
designerpart is a Vienna-based brand studio creating brand identities, digital experiences and communication for startups, SMEs and established companies. Since 2014, we combine strategic thinking and strong design to build distinctive brands that stand out and create a competitive advantage...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Print Design
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- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Brands are built by timing, taste, and actually feeling what's happening right now. We pay attention. To culture and people. To the moments that matter before they become obvious. We don't chase trends, but catch the rhythm, and build things that stick...
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- Product Design
- Creative Services
- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Encoded Noire is a full-service creative agency headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana. We specialize in brand identity, marketing strategy, and visual content production for clients in consumer goods, healthcare, financial services, and cultural organizations. Our work combines studio-level design craft with...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Grand Coteau, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
LumarkLabs is a digital and branding agency specializing in creative strategy, brand development, and digital experiences that help businesses establish strong and memorable identities. The company combines design excellence, innovative thinking, and strategic insights to create impactful solutions across...
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- Content Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Social House distinguishes itself by centering on three core competencies: Strategy, Creative Content, and Paid Media. Beyond traditional social media and media buying, the company's approach transcends into cultural dialogue, creating strategies that are both inspiring and measurable...
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- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Shift8 Web offer full end-to-end web services to design, develop, integrate, or revitalize your brand. Our experience within the industry as a web development company allows us to create a concise strategy to help your business grow...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Full Blast Creative is an award-winning, full-service Calgary marketing agency. We offer a broad range of online marketing services including: web design, web development, e-commerce development, social media marketing, SEO & SEM services, and email marketing...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Development
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
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Everything You Need to Know Before Hiring Visual Effects Companies
What can VFX companies do for businesses?
They can help turn abstract ideas into clear, persuasive visuals that sell products, explain services, and strengthen storytelling across websites, campaigns, investor presentations, and commercials.
That matters because video is now a mainstream business tool, considering 91% of businesses use video as a marketing tool, and 93% of video marketers say it is an important part of their strategy.
The global visual effects 3D animation market size was valued at $4,771.8 million in 2023 and is estimated to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.1% from 2023 to 2030.
A VFX studio can help businesses visualize what is difficult, expensive, or impossible to film in real life, such as product demos, technical process videos, digital environments, architectural visualization, simulation, and immersive brand experiences.
Visuals can create immersive environments and provoke emotional responses, boosting audience engagement.
Studies show that people process visual information 60,000 times faster than text, which is why businesses use a visual effects company to simplify technical or abstract ideas through visuals rather than long explanations.
Visual content also significantly impacts conversion performance.
Landing pages with video can increase conversions by up to 80%, which makes high-quality commercials and branded content a direct driver of revenue.
Businesses use visual effects to modernize live production and premium content. VFX can be more cost-effective than building large sets, renting locations, or staging dangerous practical stunts.
With virtual production, a talented team can build controlled digital environments that reduce location costs, speed revisions, and improve consistency for global campaigns.
Virtual production can reduce production costs by around 20-30% in certain cases, according to Deloitte-cited industry analyses. It allows companies to produce premium content with more control and fewer logistical constraints.
How do VFX studios support storytelling?
They help businesses visualize ideas that would otherwise be impossible, too expensive, or too complex to produce physically.
A skilled studio translates creative concepts into compelling visuals, whether that means building entire worlds, enhancing real footage, or guiding the viewer's emotional experience through subtle effects.
ILM's StageCraft work on The Mandalorian is a good example.
During that project, over 50% of season 1 was filmed using the LED volume workflow, which allowed the team to create multiple planets and environments on one stage and eliminated the need for location shoots.
VFX companies also help preserve realism even when the subject cannot be filmed directly.
For Apple TV+'s Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age, the production shot across 15 countries and combined practical puppets with CG to make extinct animals feel as if they had been captured in a real wildlife documentary.
What industries benefit most from visual effects?
The film industry remains the primary driver of demand for visual effects, especially in large-scale feature film production.
Today, it is common for blockbuster films to include over 1,500 VFX shots, with some exceeding 2,000 shots per project, making visual effects companies central to modern production pipelines, according to American Cinematographer.
The growth of streaming has significantly expanded the role of visual effects in television shows.
According to Ampere Analysis, global spending on original content by streaming platforms surpassed $240 billion in 2023, with a large portion allocated to high-end productions that depend heavily on effects.
This shift has brought film-level VFX quality into episodic television, increasing demand for experienced VFX companies.
Advertising is another major beneficiary.
In the United States, digital video advertising spending reached $61.2 billion in 2024, according to the IAB.
Brands increasingly rely on motion graphics, CGI, and animation to create high-impact commercials that capture attention and communicate value quickly in competitive markets.
The gaming and interactive sector also benefits from techniques developed by VFX studios, particularly as real-time rendering becomes more advanced.
The global video game market generated over $184 billion in 2023, according to Newzoo.
Cinematic visuals and immersive environments were often built using visual effects workflows, which played a key role in user engagement.
Beyond entertainment, the architecture, engineering, and manufacturing industries use visual effects to visualize complex systems and products.
How important is location when hiring these companies?
Location still plays a meaningful role when choosing between VFX companies, but it is no longer the limiting factor it once was.
One of the biggest factors is financial incentives.
In the United Kingdom, film and high-end television productions can receive up to 25% tax relief on qualifying expenditures through the Film & TV Tax Relief program, according to BFI.
Similarly, regions in the United States, such as California, offer state-level incentives that can cover 20-30% of production costs, depending on the project.
These incentives are a key reason why major productions often choose specific locations or partner with studios that have a presence there.
Location also impacts access to talent.
Global hubs such as Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco are home to some of the most experienced visual effects studios.
For example, New Zealand's screen sector generated over NZD $3.5 billion in revenue in 2023, driven in large part by high-end visual effects work and international productions.
This concentration of expertise often translates into higher-quality output and more efficient workflows.
At the same time, emerging markets are becoming increasingly competitive.
South Korea is investing $1 billion to support the growth of the country's animation sector through to 2029.
What questions should I ask a VFX agency before signing a contract?
Ask VFX artists the following questions before you sign the contract:
Relevant Background
- What types of projects have you worked on that are most similar to ours?
- Can you share detailed case studies or breakdowns of your previous work?
- What industries or clients do you specialize in?
- Who will be the key team members on our project, and what is their experience?
Services and Processes
- Which services do you handle in-house, and which do you outsource?
- What does your production pipeline look like from concept to final delivery?
- How do you manage timelines, milestones, and project communication?
- What is your process for revisions, feedback, and approval?
Related to Your Project
- How would you approach our project creatively and technically?
- What challenges do you foresee with our scope or concept?
- What is the estimated timeline and budget range for this type of work?
- How do you ensure data security, asset management, and long-term storage?
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- The agencies listed get notified of their profiles on the website, and they can choose to claim them or not, which suggests their availability for more collaborations.
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5 Frequently Asked Questions About VFX Companies
What services do visual effects companies offer?
They provide a wide range of technical and creative services that transform raw footage into immersive visual experiences across film, television shows, commercials, and digital content.
A typical VFX company delivers end-to-end production support, including:
- CGI and animation: Creating digital characters, environments, and simulations.
- Compositing: Combining multiple layers of footage into a seamless final shot.
- Motion capture and tracking: Translating real-world movement into digital assets.
- Matte painting and environment design: Building large-scale digital worlds.
- Atmosphere visual effects: Smoke, fire, water, weather, and particle simulations.
- Motion graphics: Visual elements for commercials, branding, and digital campaigns.
- Post-production editing and enhancement: Refining shots for consistency and realism.
These services are essential to modern production, as around 80% of top-grossing movies rely heavily on visual effects, and over 3,000 films globally used VFX in 2023 alone, according to Market Growth Reports.
Leading VFX companies go beyond post-production and support the entire creative pipeline:
- Virtual production: Real-time environments using LED stages and game engines.
- Previsualization (previz): Planning scenes digitally before filming.
- Digital doubles and de-aging: Recreating actors or modifying performances.
- AI-assisted workflows: Speeding up rotoscoping, rendering, and compositing.
The rise of virtual production is particularly significant, with the market projected to grow from $2.9 billion in 2024 to nearly $13 billion by 2034, reflecting how quickly studios are adopting real-time workflows.
How much does it cost to hire a VFX studio?
The price of hiring VFX studios varies widely based on the project scope, complexity, and the level of visual effects required. It can go from $5,000 to $50,000 for independent projects to millions for feature films.
According to various sources, VFX experts price their work based on complexity:
- Simple effects (cleanup, basic compositing): a few hundred to $1,000 per shot
- Mid-level work (environment extensions, animation): $2,000-$5,000 per minute
- High-end shots for a feature film: $10,000-$60,000 per shot
- Complex blockbuster sequences can exceed $100,000 per shot
The overall cost of hiring visual effects studios depends heavily on the type of content:
- Commercials and branded content: From $1,000 to $20,000 per minute, depending on complexity.
- Independent film projects: Often allocate between $5,000 and $25,000 total for VFX work.
- High-end film and television shows: Visual effects typically account for 20-25% of the total production budget.
- Blockbuster productions: Entire films can reach budgets of $65 million+, with a significant portion dedicated to VFX.
What kind of portfolio should these companies have?
A VFX studio’s portfolio should clearly demonstrate technical capability, creative artistry, and the ability to support high-quality storytelling across different formats.
- Diverse work across formats and industries
VFX companies should showcase projects across feature films, television shows, streaming content, high-end commercials, and digital campaigns. - High-quality, realistic visual effects work
A credible studio should highlight seamless compositing and integration, advanced atmosphere visual effects, photorealistic CGI and animation, and clean breakdowns showing before-and-after shots. VFX studios like Sony Pictures Imageworks and Moving Picture Company are known for delivering large volumes of complex shots. Some productions exceed 2,000 VFX shots per film, demonstrating scale and consistency. - Evidence of innovation and modern workflows
A modern portfolio should reflect innovation, including the use of virtual production pipelines, real-time rendering tools, and AI-assisted compositing and automation. - Recognized work and industry credibility
Look for indicators of quality, such as credits on major film or television productions, collaborations with well-known companies, and recognition like an Academy Award or related nominations. A VFX agency tied to franchises influenced by George Lucas and Star Wars, for example, has historically set benchmarks for the best visual effects, raising expectations across the industry. - Strong storytelling and creative direction
Beyond technical execution, their portfolios should show how visual effects enhance narrative through emotional impact in key scenes, cohesive visual style across sequences, and support for brand messaging in commercials.
What is the process for working with a VFX company?
The process of working with VFX companies includes the following phases:
- Discovery and project briefing: Define goals, scope, budget, and timelines with the studio, including the type of visual effects, target audience, and deliverables.
- Concept development and planning: The studio creates initial concepts, references, and previsualizations to align storytelling, style, and technical approach.
- Bidding and scope approval: Detailed cost estimates are provided based on shot complexity, with clear breakdowns for film, television shows, or commercials.
- Pre-production setup: Planning for shoot requirements, data capture, and workflows, such as virtual production or integration with special effects.
- Production collaboration: VFX studios may support on-set supervision to ensure footage is captured correctly for VFX integration.
- Post-production and execution: VFX artists handle compositing, animation, motion graphics, and atmosphere visual effects, often across multiple review stages.
- Review and feedback cycles: Iterative approvals ensure quality, with clients reviewing versions and refining details to achieve the best visual effects.
- Final delivery and optimization: The completed shots are delivered in required formats, optimized for platforms like television, digital, or theatrical release.
- Data security and archiving: The studio ensures protection of assets and personal information, especially for high-profile or unreleased content.
What is the difference between visual effects and special effects?
Understanding the difference between visual effects and special effects is essential when planning a production, as each plays a distinct role in creating and executing scenes.
While top VFX companies often combine both approaches, knowing when each is used can help optimize budget, safety, and overall storytelling quality.
| Aspect | Visual effects | Special effects |
| Definition | Digital effects created in post-production | Physical effects created on set during filming |
| Creation stage | After filming | During filming |
| Techniques |
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| Flexibility and safety | Highly flexible, safer for complex scenes | Less flexible, can involve physical risk |
| Role in production | Widely used across feature film, television shows, and commercials | Often combined with VFX to enhance realism |
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