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- Pasadena, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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- 2 Projects Listed
SFWPExperts creates visually stunning websites that reflect your brand and achieve your goals. With a client-centric approach, cutting-edge solutions, and a commitment to quality, we deliver exceptional results. Contact us today to elevate your online presence...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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- 7 Projects Listed
#3 in Europe and #9 worldwide according to EFFIE Index 2021...
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- Branding
- Package Design
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- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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- 21 Projects Listed
LM&S delivers creative, effective, & affordable strategies for specialty food brands to generate sales. We’ve helped dozens of companies build their Amazon stores, launch new products, and promote their stores via strategic marketing...
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- Web Design
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- Location
- Alhambra, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
DigiTrends is a full-stack digital agency with a strong mission to digitize various sectors, ranging from Pharma and Fintech to e-commerce and retail. With proven experience and expertise, we have earned the trust of over 600+ brands, including globally renowned enterprises and fortune 500 companies...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- VR/AR
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 21 Projects Listed
Smith & Company is a family-owned, branding, content, and marketing communications company grounded in strategic ideas and brand storytelling...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $190/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Runningfish is a San Diego Based Web Design and Digital Marketing Company...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 26 Projects Listed
Ace Infoway is a passionate "GO-TO" Technology Partner for Web/Software Agencies and Businesses in various industry verticals, across the globe as an extended partner and offshore development center. With a Tech-focused vision, we ensure to create success stories for their clients above all else...
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- Web Design
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- Software Development
- Web Development
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $23/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Vizion Interactive is a renowned digital marketing agency focusing on data-driven strategies. They offer comprehensive services, including SEO, eCommerce PPC, local listing management, social media marketing, web design, and more...
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- SEO
- PPC
- eCommerce
- AEO
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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- 8 Projects Listed
Honter Studio is a California-based design agency offering unlimited design subscription services and full web/app development. We help startups and fast-growing teams launch brands, build platforms, and scale creative output all under one flat monthly rate...
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- Web Design
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- UI/UX Design
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- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Canesta is a comprehensive digital marketing agency specializing in creating human-centric experiences through eCommerce PPC, web design, development, and marketing services. The company bridges brands with individuals, and optimizes every interaction for meaningful results...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
With a wealth of experience in the realm of digital marketing and reputation management, the WebiMax team stands as a beacon of expertise, consistently delivering tangible success to our clients in the online arena...
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- SEO
- Reputation Management
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Igawa Design is an award-winning, boutique branding and design studio based in Southern California. Founded on the principle that excellent design can shape people's perceptions of a brand and elevate its value in the marketplace...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Signal Hill, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 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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- Design Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
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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
ContentBeta is a content marketing agency that helps brands engage audiences and drive action through strategic storytelling, content creation, and distribution. Its services include content strategy, copywriting, blog & SEO content, long-form pieces, and thought leadership. The agency focuses on producing...
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- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Sunnyvale, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
The Saba SEO professionals will handle all the intricate SEO techniques to ensure your website thrives. As a search engine marketing agency, we focus on creating effective campaigns within your budget, while staying up-to-date with the latest trends in the field. Trust in our team of top talent to help you...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We create killer brands & amazing online experiences for entrepreneurs, out-of-the-box thinkers, start-ups, game changers & side hustlers...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- San Luis Obispo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
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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- Digital Marketing
- Business Consulting
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
RizeUp Media is a digital marketing agency focused on Website Design, SEO, Google PPC, & Social Media for Law Firms...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Kaizen Apps specializes in innovative application development, offering personalized consultations to turn your ideas into impactful digital solutions. Start your project with our expert guidance today...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- IoT
- AI Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Vacaville, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We are a full-service agency with digital and technology experts who work on performance and conversion rate optimization, branding, SEO, SMM, e-commerce solutions, digital PR, website and product development, mobile app development, creative communications, and cloud solutions. We create efficient...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
TechnoScore is a 5-star rated, CMMI Level 3 digital engineering partner delivering AI-enabled web, mobile, cloud, and enterprise software. With 25+ years of experience, ISO-certified security, and a vetted team of 200+ developers, we have successfully completed 6,000+ projects globally...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Laguna Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $14/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
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
Coalition Technologies is a leading digital marketing agency specializing in automotive SEO, web design, PPC advertising, and more services...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
InboundREM builds SEO-focused real estate websites with monthly content marketing campaigns for real estate professionals. We also manage Google Business Profile campaigns focused on local SEO...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
YouDigiLab is a Web Design Company, where digital innovation meets stunning design. We specialize in crafting customized, responsive websites that captivate and convert...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Sunlight Media LLC specializes in professional web design, digital marketing services and mobile app development, helping businesses transform their digital presence. The Sunlight team delivers digital solutions that not only function seamlessly but also captivate & convert audiences into customers...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 19 Projects Listed
At Rosemont Media, we are passionate about creating original, customized digital marketing solutions designed to boost business for our healthcare clients. Through our extensive experience and industry knowledge, we stay ahead of the curve with the latest digital marketing trends. Contact us today!...
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- Media Buying
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
RiseServ provides unique and custom software solutions as web-applications, mobile applications, web-portals for medium and small businesses in US, Canada and Europe. Se stand with US small businesses of all industries, helping them recover from the pandemic and rise their sales to levels higher than ever...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Newport Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Cerebral Studio stands as digital product design agency distinguished for its expertise in psychology-infused UX design tailored for e-Commerce, B2B platforms, and industries. Our track record showcases the generation of over $500M in value for a broad spectrum of startups and enterprises...
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- Product Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 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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- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
- Business Consulting
- UI/UX Design
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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
Nanobot Medical specializes in translating intricate life science and medical-product-related concepts into scientifically accurate, user-friendly, and targeted visual media. Our mission is to simplify complex information, making it accessible and comprehensible to diverse audiences, thereby facilitating...
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- Video Production
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We convert businesses into brands by building booming and beautiful online presences for them...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Designotion is a design agency that operates on a subscription-based model, commonly referred to as a Design as a Service (DaaS) provider. Our primary focus is on delivering product design solutions tailored for startups...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- 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
Don't let your business get lost in the crowd! We are a team of dedicated professionals providing digital marketing strategies that make sure your service business makes a great online impression. We add on search marketing solutions and follow-up strategies that drive traffic and conversions...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
AFX WEB STUDIOS operates as a comprehensive web design agency, dedicated to facilitating the expansion of businesses' online presence. Our team comprises seasoned professionals with a specialization in crafting visually captivating and user-centric websites, offering local SEO expertise to enhance search...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $2000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Make My Brand (MMB), we transform ideas into industry-leading brands using our proprietary Brand Development Lifecycle (BDLC) framework. We deliver measurable growth through tailored strategies, real-time insights, and flexible models including Growth-as-a-Service, Staff-as-a-Service, AI Innovation, and...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Emeryville, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 25 Projects Listed
We build standout Squarespace websites and brand identities that drive clicks, calls, and conversions: optimized for local SEO and Yelp growth across the entire Bay Area...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
We are IT company which provides services in various domains like Logistics, Health, e-commerce, etc. We have expert-level knowledge in web development and mobile development, as well as proficient knowledge of latest IOT-based applications using various AWS services...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- DevOps Consulting
- Software Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Empowering Your Business with Innovative Digital Solutions! Made Online specializes in SEO, content creation, web development, social media management, and PPC to elevate brand's online presence and drive growth. What happens online, stays online – so why not make it good?...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Michael PACE digital is a boutique creative and digital marketing studio founded circa 2006 in Venice Beach, California. Led by creative entrepreneur Michael A. Pace, the agency offers services including responsive website design, brand identity, motion graphics, video production, SEO/SEM, and full-stack web...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Peterson SEO is on fire when it comes to marketing your business online. We specialize in website design, seo and brand reputation services that will get you noticed by more customers than ever before! With a wide variety of packages available for any size business or budget, we have everything you need to...
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- Web Development
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- Location
- Chico, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
We design websites based on measured science. Why is this important? Studies conducted by Stanford University and Microsoft Research concluded that a properly designed web page with a clear value proposition holds peoples attention much longer. Passing the 30-second mark builds reliability, trustworthiness...
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- Web Design
- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We provide UI/UX design services for growing companies. Our team creates heart-racing experiences by applying design thinking and bold creativity. Whatever your mission is, ours is to accompany you to success and generate powerful results...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Mountain View, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
GelComm, with over 20 years of experience, offers forward-thinking packaging design and comprehensive communications strategy for partners ranging from Fortune 100 companies to start-ups. Our areas of expertise encompass consumer goods packaging, entertainment branding, licensing and consumer research, all...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic 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
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Want to boost your revenue? We create high-converting, future-proofed websites, apps, and brand assets...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Straight North is a full-service Internet marketing firm that works with you to customize the best mix of online marketing from PPC and email campaigns to SEO-based responsive websites to provide results that move the needle...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 18 Projects Listed
Binaery is a boutique Shopify Plus agency specializing in theme development, UX/UI ecommerce design, and conversion optimization. The team partners with growing direct to consumer brands to create engaging, high performance online storefronts...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
RGray is an AI-accelerated, performance-oriented marketing agency for crypto, AI, SaaS, fintech, and tech companies. Since 2019, we've served 80+ tech businesses, supported 15 token launches, and raised $30M+ for our clients - earning a 4.9 rating on Clutch, with 15% of clients staying with us...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Nanobot Communication is an award winning one-stop scientific communication agency. We provide life science companies with marketing and communication strategies that are efficient, responsive, and centered on delivering a measurable return on investment (ROI)...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 23 Projects 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 |



















































