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Internauts is a Neurodigital design studio that helps organizations create brands and digital experiences built around how people actually think, feel, and make decisions. The studio combines branding, UX/UI design, accessibility, AI-aware experiences, and cognitive design principles to reduce friction and...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Web Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $350/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Robyn & Robyn helps founders, leadership teams, and organizations clarify brand direction, sharpen their message, and make creative decisions with confidence...
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- Location
- Laguna Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Single Origin is a senior, design-led marketing team building for the AI-search era. SEO, AI visibility, paid media, and web design under one roof and one accountable partner, tested over the last decade...
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- AEO
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Walnut Creek, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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- 2 Projects Listed
Funkhaus is an independent, leadership-led Los Angeles digital agency that brings strategy, content, design, and technology together to build distinctive brands and digital platforms...
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- Web Design
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- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
At Hounder, we are passionate about helping our clients create meaningful digital products and experiences that deliver results. We ensure projects receive the focus they need to be done correctly and on schedule – reducing cost and risk for all stakeholders involved. Our success is measured solely by how...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- CRO
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- Location
- Redlands, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Gold Front is a category design studio that helps growth-stage startups create and own their categories through comprehensive end-to-end services. They've helped build category-defining brands for companies like Uber and Robinhood, and provide a North Star to guide brand, culture, and product decisions...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Video Production
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
We create and manage the world's most iconic brands. Brand and product agency that delivers heroic work and legendary clients. DECOSTA has worked with clients in a wide range of industries including entertainment, consumer goods, technology, energy, finance, and more...
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- Product Design
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- Burbank, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Innovation Protocol is a brand strategy and design consultancy that develops insights-driven brand systems and activations to help clients articulate their identity and significance. They offer a wide range of services, including brand research, system development, and creative design, while collaborating...
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- Digital Strategy
- Graphic Design
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- Market Research
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
CrowdBoost Marketing is a full-service agency in Burbank, CA, building marketing that moves people to act since 2006. One 17-person team handles websites, SEO (including AEO and GEO for AI search), paid ads, email, social, photo, video, branding and AI consulting, so clients get the personal attention of a...
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- Digital Marketing
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- AEO
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- Location
- Burbank, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $295/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Slake Marketing is a Los Angelesbased digital marketing agency that helps solopreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses grow their brands with clarity and confidence. The agency offers website and branding design, photography, strategy coaching, and integrated design-and-coaching packages, providing a...
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- Business Consulting
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed

Zamora Design
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Zamora Design is a San Francisco-based creative studio specializing in presentation design, web design, and branding. With over 15 years of experience, we blend storytelling, strategy, and design to craft captivating presentations and digital experiences that drive results...
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $240/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Square Lightning operates as a comprehensive consultancy, offering full-service solutions in graphic design, communications, and editorial expertise. Ranging from branding initiatives to video production, social media campaigns to impactful reports, we partner with businesses, nonprofits, educators, and...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Prosperiam offers a comprehensive range of services to companies and individuals, including marketing strategy, social media strategy, content creation, research, copywriting, website development, and campaign planning and management. With over two decades of experience, founder Jana Wilkes has work...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a family-run agency providing business development, strategy, and marketing support for entrepreneurs and small businesses...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Digital Services
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- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MyMediaDesigner is a bay area digital marketing boutique. We specialize in responsive website design, graphic design, video production, and collateral marketing...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- SEO
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Project6 supports clients in both the nonprofit and education sectors. Our areas of expertise include branding, print, and digital design and development...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Location
- Berkeley, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Campground is a design studio that specializes in creating brands and experiences for bold companies. As a hands-on creative partner, we strengthen and invigorate brands through effective strategy and thoughtful design...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Product Design
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- Location
- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
C&I Studios is a global creative studio specializing in video production, photography, branding, graphic design, web design, and storytelling-driven marketing campaigns. The agency helps brands create impactful visual experiences that engage audiences and drive measurable results...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
AIM is your guide to conquering the digital landscape. Our expert consultancy supports companies of any size in developing and executing marketing strategies that maximize growth potential. If you're ready for a revolution, let's collaborate on getting your business up to speed with the latest advancements...
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- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Alameda, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Razorfrog Web Design offers world-class web development services to small businesses, brands and professionals in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our team of WordPress experts provides custom designs that amplify your brand's visibility. These are anchored on our commitment to sustainable technology and...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Pastilla is a full-service agency based in Los Angeles. We partner with public agencies, nonprofits, and global brands to turn complex missions into clear brand and digital experiences that build trust and move communities to action...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $185/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 18 Projects Listed
eCommerce development experts and Certified Magento Agency with offices in Orange County, Austin and Los Angeles. Brandastic helps ecommerce platform businesses growth with a full spectrum of services from SEO, PPC to web design and development. Also, featured in media outlets such as Yahoo Finance, USA Today...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Orange County, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed

Clay
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.AI LeaderRecognized for strong visibility across AI-powered search and answer engines.+1Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Top UI/UX design, web design, and branding agency in San Francisco.
Clay is a California web design company whose work covers user research, sitemaps, user flows, wireframes, and design screens, built into a component-based design system for easy scaling. An in-house content studio adds illustration, motion design, and photography, so visual assets come from one team...
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- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Branding
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
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Clay Reviews & Testimonials
Web Development Review from Anonymous
Clay built our new website to support a product launch, and we were impressed by how quickly they delivered. The site met our expectations perfectly. They worked efficiently and provided high-quality results right on schedule.
Web Design Review from Anonymous
Clay designed and developed our car retail website, and the results were outstanding. The site looked stunning and worked exactly as needed. They stood out for their patience, attentiveness, and excellent service. Communication was always clear, and they delivered on time.
Web Design Review from Anonymous
Clay redesigned and rebuilt our nonprofit’s website with fresh UX/UI research to guide the process. The new site improved conversions, earned great user feedback, and boosted internal efficiency. Communication across all channels was seamless, and their responsiveness and high-quality results went beyond what we expected.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsYour UX/UI design partner for B2B workplace products...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Design Services
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 19 Projects Listed
Boomcycle Digital Marketing is a B2B Search Engine Optimization and Search Engine Marketing agency. We specialize in getting your message in front of your ideal prospects through our proven Intelligent Web Design and SEO processes. We are headquartered in the San Francisco East Bay, and work with clients here...
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- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- San Ramon, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
HelpGood is a full-service marketing and communications agency focused on social impact. Our clients are nonprofits, foundations, universities, government agencies, and purpose-driven organizations. HelpGood's offices are in Los Angeles and NYC. We are a certified B Corp...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Incitrio is a boutique branding agency located in San Diego, CA. We have been serving local clients since 2004...
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- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Vista, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
West County Net helps businesses grow online through strategic digital marketing solutions, including SEO, SEM, web development, content marketing, social media marketing, WordPress design, and data-driven marketing strategy. We create customized campaigns and high-performing websites that increase...
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- SEO
- PPC
- eCommerce
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Santa Rosa, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Jim founded Nerd Crossing with a simple mission in mind—to provide the world with a trustworthy, customer service-focused technology and web service provider. Nerd Crossing offers honest, high quality technology services to the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Email Marketing
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- El Sobrante, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Xobee Networks is the #1 Managed Service Provider of innovative, cost-effective, and cutting-edge technology solutions in California. Through our wide range of services, we've helped businesses, non-profits, government entities and other organizations throughout California for over 26 years. Were the tech...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Web Development
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- Location
- Fresno, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000

Isadora Agency
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Leading brands turn to us at pivotal moments of digital evolution. Our global creative team fuses story, technology, and design to make experiences that captivate and convert. Our web design agency helps enterprise brands and market leaders navigate digital, evolve profitably, and launch unforgettable...
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- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Manhattan Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed

Design In DC
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.A Digital Agency For The Future
Design In DC starts each web design project by building user personas and structural wireframes before moving into high-fidelity visuals. This discovery phase also identifies target keywords and defines conversion paths meant to drive leads once the site launches...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
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Design In DC Reviews & Testimonials

Web Design Review from Mackenzie Shriner
I contracted design in DC to build me a custom website. they were accommodating of my budget, very responsive, and gave good insight on layout, content and design. the process was very straightforward and the final product is great!

Web Design Review from Jo Maney
DDC has been an excellent partner since we engaged with them in 2023. The DDC team worked with us to completely redesign our website and work to provide ongoing digital marketing services. The DDC team has been responsive, proactive, and thorough with their work. They are also very transparent about how they operate and how much time special projects will require. We have referred DDC to several clients and partners thanks to their outstanding process and product. DDC is a very professional, creative, and well-organized team.

Web Design Review from Sapna Doshi, Ph.D.
My experience working with Design in DC was incredible. Everyone was friendly, approachable, and seemed to genuinely care about helping create the best possible website for my business. They were also invested in making sure the process was one in which I enjoyed and felt taken care of. The regular meetings made me feel like I was a priority and that progress was continually being made. I so appreciated the attention to detail in regards to the user experience. The collaboration in understanding my wishes and desires for the website and user experience was met with patience and paying attention to detail on my behalf. Not only were they taking my suggestions but offering their own to help me maximize the potential of my website. The design and functionality is more than what I could have imagined. I know, undoubtedly, that the work that Design in DC did for me will help my business grow. After wasting money in years past on website designers, I was worried I'd be doing hte same here. I was wrong. I don't think I'll ever need to search for another website designer group again. I would recommend this group to anyone I know. Thank you, Design in DC! It was an absolute pleasure working with all of you!
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsLinkTech Solutions is a Southern California technology agency helping businesses modernize through custom websites, software, automation, AI solutions, integrations, and IT services. We focus on building practical systems that reduce manual work, improve operations, generate leads, and give growing businesses...
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- Location
- Chino Hills, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bridger Creative is an interactive presentation agency and product design studio. We build custom sales presentations with logic, calculations and hands-on interactions, delivered as a link that embeds anywhere and reports back what each person read. We also design products and brand systems...
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- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000

Goji Labs
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.AI LeaderRecognized for strong visibility across AI-powered search and answer engines.+1Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.We Define the Right Build Before We Start It.
Goji Labs turns research into personas, then builds low-fidelity wireframes into interactive prototypes to validate structure early. Usability testing catches friction points before launch, and reusable components keep the visual language consistent across every touchpoint...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 23 Projects Listed
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Goji Labs Reviews & Testimonials

Web Design Review from Michael Krone
We partnered with Goji Labs for a complete app build, and they delivered exactly what we needed. Their team handled the entire project professionally and with great care from start to finish. I would highly recommend Goji Labs to anyone seeking a skilled and dependable development partner.

Software Development Review from Wilson Rapp
We brought Goji Labs on board for a major migration project, and the entire experience was smooth and well-managed from start to finish. We could not be happier with the results. Their expertise gave us confidence throughout the process, and we would not hesitate to work with them again.

Mobile App Development Review from Sheila Reddy
As a founder with just an idea and a business model, I needed a partner who could turn that vision into a real product. Goji Labs guided me through every step of the process and built exactly the app we needed. Their expertise and patience made the entire journey manageable and rewarding.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsDesignX's UX work covers research, wireframes, prototypes, usability testing, information architecture, and user flow mapping. UI work spans website design, app design, product design, SaaS design, and design systems, built in Figma with AI-aided tools...
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- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed

ForeFront Web
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Google Premier Partner - Conversion digital marketing since 2001
ForeFront Web designs and codes every website from scratch in-house, never starting from a pre-made theme. Its UI/UX and conversion rate optimization team applies color theory, spatial layout, and A/B variant testing to guide visitors toward specific actions on the page...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
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ForeFront Web Reviews & Testimonials

Web Development Review from Madison Shaheen
I worked with Forefront to redesign my nonprofits website and had an amazing experience. They were professional, creative, easy to work with.. I could go on and on. Our website looks amazing and is exactly what we were hoping for. I worked closely with Nick during the process and could not speak more highly of him.Since our redesign project completed, we now use Forefront for our website maintenance and that has also been just a flawless experience. Anytime I run into a problem Phill helps me in a timely manner and is so helpful.Can't recommend Forefront enough!

Web Development Review from Tracy Brockman
We had our business website done by Forefront and they were all wonderful to work with. Nick and Deanna were there for us every step of the way and through every change of mind we had. If you are looking for a website developing company who listens and takes the time to understand the needs and functionality of a new website, this is your team!

Web Development Review from Dee Holleran
Our work with Nick Aiello has been terrific. The entire team has been patient, helpful, and innovative in their ideas and execution!
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsAs a top digital marketing firm, Search Engine Projects (SEP) offers search engine optimization (SEO), search engine marketing (SEM), website design, localization, social media marketing, web analytics, and website usability for many clients in the USA...
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- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Orange County, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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- 12 Projects Listed
Kreative Webworks is an award-winning school marketing agency that has been assisting Charter schools, Private schools and Higher Ed meet their enrollment goals since 2011. From strategy to enrollment, we can help you make the most of your marketing budget...
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- Digital Marketing
- Reputation Management
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- San Clemente, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Top Notch Dezigns® is a full-service web design and digital marketing agency that specializes in custom websites tailored to meet diverse business requirements. With a focus on boosting brands, increasing conversions, and generating leads...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Whether you need strategy, consulting, hiring support, or a fresh website, we partner with you to build solutions that fit your goals, budget, and long-term growth...
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- Digital Strategy
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Dublin, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
As a Full Service firm we’re here to handle Basic Directory Setup to Complete Design/ Digital Branding, Store Launch and Sales! Our Dedicated team is aware of Your business needs and we make ourselves available 7 days a week...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At SPINX Digital, their team of innovators, digital marketers, and video editors in tech and design, bring skills above and beyond the ordinary to every project...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
KWALL is a boutique digital agency founded in 2007, specializing in full stack web design and development for higher education, government, nonprofit, and enterprise clients. With an inhouse team of approximately 30 experts, the firm has launched more than 800 websites and built a reputation for scalable...
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- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Costa Mesa, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
MyCali Designs is based in Woodland. As a highly-rated design and marketing agency, we are dedicated to achieving results that drive your business success. Our approach centers around actively listening to you, ensuring we understand how we can create the greatest impact...
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- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Woodland, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed

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Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.In a sea of countless marketing agencies, all vying for your attention, what sets our Wix website design company apart? Our unwavering dedication to providing your business with nothing short of excellence. This includes passion, expertise, and an unbreakable commitment to your satisfaction...
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- Location
- Santa Rosa, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Los Angeles SEO Inc is a Los Angeles-based SEO company with 13+ years of experience helping businesses grow through Local, National, Technical, Ecommerce, and AI Search Optimization strategies that increase visibility, qualified traffic, leads, and revenue...
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- SEO
- AEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Strive Enterprise is the ultimate solution for impactful web design, custom digital marketing solutions, and professional SEO services...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- WordPress Website 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
- 10 Projects Listed
Since 2009, 181 Creative Agency has been serving a wide variety of businesses and organizations with quality website design and accessibility services. We create responsive, user-friendly digital experiences that engage visitors while ensuring accessibility for all users...
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- Creative Services
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- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Established in 2009, Circa has evolved into a versatile marketing agency proficient in every aspect of the consumer journey. Our hallmark is the delivery of ideas that not only resonate with audiences but also honor their intelligence and valuable time, recognizing the evolving landscape where consumers...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Santa Rosa, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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Frequently Asked Questions About Web Design Companies in California
What red flags should I watch for when evaluating web design firms in California?
The most common red flags when evaluating web design firms in California are vague contracts, portfolios with no performance data, and agencies that can't explain their process before you sign. If something feels unclear in the sales stage, it won't get clearer once the project starts.
Pay attention to:
- Portfolios with no measurable outcomes, only visuals, no conversion or performance data
- Vague contracts without milestones, revision limits, or a defined handoff process
- No post-launch support plan, or support billed at surprise hourly rates
- Designs that look templated across clients, same layout, different logo
- Pressure to sign before receiving a detailed proposal
What do California web design agencies charge that most buyers don't expect?
Most California web design agencies quote a project price that doesn't include content migration, platform licensing, or post-launch support — costs that can add thousands to the final invoice. Always ask for a line-item breakdown before signing.
- Content migration: Moving existing pages, copy, and SEO data is rarely included by default
- CMS licensing: Platforms like Webflow or Shopify carry ongoing subscription fees
- Hosting and domain management: Often invoiced separately after launch
- Extra revision rounds: Anything beyond the contracted limit is typically billed hourly
- Post-launch fixes: Many web design companies in California treat these as a separate retainer
How do I know if a California web design firm has real eCommerce or SaaS experience?
Ask for evidence, not examples. A California web design firm with genuine eCommerce or SaaS experience can show you conversion rate improvements, platform-specific expertise (Shopify, Magento, custom builds), and decisions they made about checkout UX or onboarding flows, not just what the site looks like.
If their case studies only show visual redesigns with no business metrics attached, their experience is likely surface-level. Ask for a reference you can actually call.
When does it make sense to hire a local California web design agency?
When proximity adds real value to the work. That means in-person discovery sessions, brand shoots, or ongoing collaboration that benefits from being in the same room.
It also makes sense if you're in a regulated industry, like healthcare, legal, or finance, where a California web design agency familiar with state compliance standards reduces your risk.
For fully remote projects with a clear brief and defined deliverables, geography matters far less than process and expertise.
What does a bad web design engagement look like, and how do I avoid it?
Most failed projects fail because of misaligned expectations that nobody caught early. The pattern is usually the same: no staged delivery, no named point of contact, and scope changes handled informally until costs spiral.
- Require milestone-based delivery so you're reviewing work in stages, not at the end
- Get a named project lead in writing before work starts
- Make sure the contract defines what triggers a change order
Should I start with a pilot project or commit to a full engagement upfront?
A pilot makes sense when you haven't worked with the agency before, and the full scope is large or high stakes. A smaller paid task, such as a landing page, a design audit, or a single feature, tells you how they communicate, how they handle feedback, and whether their process matches what they promised in the proposal.
That said, not every California web design firm offers pilots, and some projects don't lend themselves to it. If the agency has strong references from similar projects and a contract with clear milestones and exit clauses, committing upfront is a reasonable call.
How do I compare two web designers in California who look equally qualified on paper?
Send both a detailed brief and watch how they respond: what they ask, what they miss, how long it takes. That tells you more than their portfolio.
Then ask each one how they handle scope changes mid-project. Vague answers here become expensive problems later.
The designers who ask better questions during the proposal stage almost always run better projects.
What should I expect week by week in the first 60 days after hiring?
A well-structured engagement with web design companies in California follows a clear arc: discovery first, structure second, visuals third. Agencies that skip straight to design generate the most expensive revision cycles.
| Timeline | Phase | What Happens |
| Week 1-2 | Discovery and kickoff | Goals defined, audience clarified, technical requirements mapped, content audited |
| Week 3-4 | Wireframes and site architecture | Page structure and user flows created and approved before design starts |
| Week 5-6 | Visual design | High-fidelity mockups of key pages delivered, first feedback round collected |
| Week 7-8 | Design refinement and handoff | Final designs approved, assets prepared, development phase begins |













































