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Table Rock Digital Marketing helps businesses stand out, get found, and grow with high-performance websites, advanced SEO, and AI-driven search strategies. We design fast, mobile-friendly WordPress sites, optimize for Google and AI search, and run targeted digital marketing campaigns that convert. With a...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Stone Ridge, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bridget Hoadley, the human behind Elastic Design, is a creative designer, illustrator and dyslexic thinker working with folk on print design, branding, illustration, and publishing...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Fitzroy, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $170/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
In a world of generic strategies, ARTU stands out by mastering the "Glocal" balance. We help ambitious brands scale through a hybrid approach: world-class strategic planning fueled by deep local market intelligence. We don't just run campaigns; we build sustainable growth engines. From digital transformation...
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- Market Research
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Zaragoza, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Newman Digital Strategies are experts in digital marketing, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Pay-Per-Click (PPC), Social Media Marketing (SMM), Web Design and Development...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Lexington, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
DisruptUX is a senior-led UX/UI strategy and design studio for teams that need clarity before they build. We help Saas companies, public-sector organizations, and internal product teams understand the problem before committing to a solution-through research, audits, modernization, and end to end discovery...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Nampa, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are EDOT3, a digital agency in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne specialising In Web Design, SEO Strategy and Branding. We've been helping clients UK wide since 2007 to to Find, Convince and Convert thier target audience with great success...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Branding
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- Location
- Newcastle, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Welcome to Trionix IT, your one-stop destination for comprehensive digital solutions. At Trionix IT, we specialize in a diverse range of services to meet all your digital needs. Whether you're looking to establish a strong online presence or enhance your business operations, we've got you covered...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Bankstown, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Lark is a branding and design studio working with organisations to define new brands and develop existing ones. Whether you're looking to reach a new audience or delight a current one, we like working with people who understand the power of creativity. If that's you, you'll love the way we do things...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Royal Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We prioritize delivering results over billing hours, ensuring you receive top-notch work in record time. From swift price quotes to rapid work delivery, we work on minimizing your wait time and maximizing productivity. Our 24/7 availability ensures instant support whenever you need us. Clients choose us for...
Top Services:
- CRO
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Dort Studio is a research, design, and technology consultancy. We have created world class UX Designs for Microsoft, planned, facilitated and reported research insights for Governments and created interactive data visualisations for financial organisations...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- AI Development
- Web Design
- Market Research
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Founded in 2013, Weboin operates as a performance marketing team delivering scalable growth systems for brands across India and global markets. With engagements starting from $1,000, we deliver enterprise-level execution with cost efficiency driven by automation, AI analytics...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Chennai, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
From websites to logos, stationery to illustration we tell your brand story in unique ways...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Bundall, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Buckingham and Chester, we value the impact of precise craftsmanship. We focus on getting things done correctly, with perfection as our benchmark...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Salford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We're a team of creative and technical specialists, brought together by a shared belief that great design should support those driving positive change. We intentionally keep our team small, allowing us to flex and adapt based on project scope and resources...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Brighton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A vibrant, minority-led, woman-owned hub based in Houston, TX, offering creative and administrative solutions. We specialize in graphic design, business operations, and virtual assistant services, serving both business and consumer clients...
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- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are experts in Inbound Marketing. Our goal is to boost your company by increasing qualified opportunities and leading you to success! We believe that People + Processes + Technologies are the recipe for success...
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- SEO
- PPC
- AI Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Recife, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We're a web design agency that provides up-to-date website solutions to non-profit organizations, local government units, government-owned and controlled corporations, and small-to-medium-sized enterprises, improving their productivity, reach, and efficiency...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Baguio, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Wardd Creative Studios is a bold, youth-led creative agency blending storytelling, strategy, and visual innovation to craft impactful audiovisual content from Kenitra to the world...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Kenitra, Morocco
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Focused on Web Design and advertising. We strive for not only visually appealing but scientifically accurate design, so we can assure great results and creative solutions to a lot of ideas...
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- Web Design
- Print Design
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Leiria, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
JP Creative, LLC help purpose-driven businesses stand out online and amplify their influence. Stalk-worthy brand and web design for kind creatives with a message that matters...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Location
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hopp Solutions delivers cutting-edge cloud-powered digital solutions, blending Azure, AWS and Google Cloud with hybrid on-prem setups like vSphere, Windows Servers (2016-2025), and Citrix. We craft mobile apps using React Native and stunning websites with Laravel, React, Next.js, and Wordpress, featuring...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Ohrid, Macedonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Dadsigner is a brand and marketing studio led by a dedicated father and designer who built the business to provide for his family. Combining creativity with purpose, he focuses on helping brands grow while creating a meaningful, sustainable livelihood for the people he loves...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Harleysville, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Webon develops high-performance websites, e-commerce solutions and marketing strategies designed to increase visibility and drive revenue growth. Today, Webon is recognized as one of the leading web agencies in the German-speaking market...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Location
- Hamburg, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
There is no doubt that good design is good business, but GREAT DESIGN can help change the world when socially and environmentally responsible companies put it to smart use. We specialize in solving complex design challenges, crafting one-of-a-kind systems to tell your story and engage your audiences...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Portland, Maine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
RevWolf is a New York-based web design and development agency building custom websites, app, and digital strategies for growing businesses. RevWolf has partnered with over 100 companies across industries to create digital experiences that convert prospects into customers. No templates or generic solutions...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hi-TiDE™ is a Hamburg-based branding and design agency creating distinctive identities, publications, and digital experiences for mid-sized companies, start-ups, and ambitious brands. We combine strategic thinking with bold, award-worthy design to build brands that stand out and endure...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Hamburg, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Daylit Studio designs and builds websites for organizations that cannot afford to get them wrong. We handle the whole site under one roof, design through code, in the open, with every step signed off. Twenty-six years of production work for teams under real pressure across healthcare, higher education, public...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- AEO
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- Location
- Allen, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Cornershop Creative is an award-winning digital agency thats worked with hundreds of nonprofits, political campaigns, and mission-driven small businesses. Our fully remote team of 30+ includes developers, designers, strategists, and SEO expertsall focused on helping organizations engage supporters online and...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Olney, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are committed to providing services to our clients with Leadership, Quality, Integrity & Reliability...
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- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Software Testing
- Software Development
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- Location
- Nagpur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Paradigm is a full-service marketing agency helping brands grow with confidence through branding, digital marketing, and web design. For 30 years, we've crafted powerful stories, built authentic connections, and delivered results that move brands forward...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We Are Starke is a boutique growth marketing and media agency based in Pasadena, California. Founded by brothers Adam and Richard Benjamin in 2014, the agency offers full-funnel digital marketing servicesincluding website design, PPC, paid social, media buying, influencer and podcast advertising, and...
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- SEO
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Pasadena, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
UPBrand is a team of strategists, writers, designers, brand managers, digital experts, producers, goofballs, and mad scientists, all striving toward the same goals of thoughtful creativity that makes a difference and rewarding partnerships. We are forever driven by our curiosity, our inventiveness, and our...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
- PPC
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- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Outsourced Marketing:For over 19 years, Professional Services Marketing, LLC, has provided outsourced marketing department services to scores of firms in the legal and financial services industries. The decision to hire PSM as your firm’s marketing department enables you to focus on what you do best while...
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- PPC
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- St. Paul, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/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
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Zero Gravity Marketing is a digital marketing agency located in Madison, Connecticut specializing in internet marketing services...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Madison, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Forty4 Design is a Design-Centric marketing agency helping businesses of all sizes grow their online presence through User Experience (UX/UI) design and conversion rate optimization (CRO)...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Hutto, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Smalby is the website company that's finally worth its weight. With unlimited professional design revisions, 2x faster development, and an affordable monthly rate, we have developed the best website solution for growing small businesses...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Marina del Rey, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Nice people. Quality work. Sensible budgets...
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- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Luton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Fineart Design Agency, a leading design agency in Canada, is passionate about creating the best user experience possible and exceeding your expectations. From ideation to launch, we are dedicated to delivering impeccable solutions that align with your development goals...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Highland Heights, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Transforming busy professionals' marketing with automated systems that save 15+ hours weekly while driving measurable growth...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Design Services
- Email Marketing
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Southfield, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Studio Brand Collective, we believe in the power of human connection, transforming it into creative marketing campaigns that reach and engage customers.By utilizing multi-device capabilities as well as personalized design elements customized to each lifestyle, our team is dedicated to building brands...
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- Advertising
- Branding
- PPC
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Intuitive Digital is a Portland, Oregon-based marketing powerhouse that offers an array of services – from SEO and PPC to web design & CRO. As a Certified B Corporation, they use data-driven strategies to elevate each project with innovation and impactful results...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With over a decade of experience, WEBii is the premier provider of all website services. From custom web design and development to SEO solutions and hosting, their team has your small-to-mid-size business or non-profit covered at every step!...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We establish an amazing brand experience by matching the aims and visions of your business with the needs of your customers, bridging the gap between the strategy that is planned and the strategy that should be executed. We offer your brand's DNA an additional push by disrupting established branding...
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- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
PROPELLED IT is a Texas-based website design and digital marketing firm dedicated to assisting small companies in growing their online presence by offering bespoke professional optimized website designs that can compete with industry titans. We specializes in assisting small companies in growing their online...
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- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Full Spectrum Marketing (FSM) is a downtown Akron, Ohio-based agency providing comprehensive marketing strategy, digital advertising, AI SEO, social campaigns, branding and web design services for a diverse client base from startups to global brands...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Akron, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Web design and WordPress studio in Barcelona, working since 2006. Every project designed from scratch, no templates...
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- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A boutique animated video production company based in Washington State, with a foundation in traditional animation, graphic design, illustration and web design. We like making things move.Our specialty is motion design and 2d traditional animation work, with a special emphasis for technology companies...
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- Location
- Copalis Crossing, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Matthew Boyles Media offers website design and development that is goal-oriented and focused on intentional design. Your website should be capable of more than merely existing. Saving you and your sales team time while expanding your opportunities...
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- Location
- Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are RC Digital, an award-winning digital marketing consulting firm specializing in WordPress web design. We assist businesses in expanding their online presence and connecting with a broader customer base through our functional, responsive web designs...
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- Coolangatta, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
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Small Business Website Design Company Hiring Guide
What is a small business website design company?
Small business web design companies are composed of designers and developers who prototype, design, develop, and enhance websites with the specific needs, challenges, and goals of small businesses in mind.
Through functional, user-friendly, and visually pleasing websites, they help small businesses, startups, and SMEs compete with well-established brands and leverage the benefits a professional website. This enables small businesses to showcase their offerings, attract potential customers, and, ultimately, drive business growth even without the budget or scale of larger enterprises.
What do small business web designers do?
Small business web designers make digital assets for small businesses, such as websites, online stores, and web apps. Here are some of the specific services they offer:
- Custom Website Design
- Responsive Design
- Content Management System Integration
- Content & Graphics Development
- Social Media Integration
- eCommerce Functionality
- SEO
- Branding
- Testing
- Analytics and Tracking
- Maintenance and Updates
The best small business website design companies tailor their services based on their client’s requirements and objectives to increase efficiency. They are experts in design and computer programming and combine their technical skills and creativity to come up with a high-quality and visually appealing website.
Why hire a small business website design agency?
Hiring a leading small business website design agency is beneficial in many ways. Here are some notable benefits you shouldn’t miss out on:
Reach Your Local Audience
A recent BrightLocal survey found that 98% of consumers search the internet to find information about a local business. Having a robust online presence and an optimized website will make it easier for potential customers to find you, boosting both your website traffic and conversions.
Increase Credibility
The same BrightLocal survey shows that 76% of consumers regularly read online reviews for local businesses. Nowadays, consumers have so many options to choose from, which is why they rely on reviews before making a purchase.
Web designers for small businesses can help you appropriately incorporate reviews into your website. Moreover, they can optimize your website according to the principles of web design, further increasing your credibility among consumers.
With their high-end services, you will get an eye-catching and functional site that boosts your brand’s reliability and allows users to make secure purchases.
Boost Your Profit
According to Insider Intelligence, the number of online shoppers in the US is expected to reach 218.8 million in 2023. Your digital presence starts with a website, your biggest marketing asset in the digital age we live in.
Top web design firms understand the nuances involved in small businesses. And they are knowledgeable in the latest web design tips to increase conversions. Taking advantage of the technical expertise of the best website design companies for small business, you can also promote your products or services online.
This case study reiterates the importance of outsourcing professional small business web design services. Brothers Pest Control approached Big Red Jelly, a Utah-based small business website design agency, for a site redesign. The project resulted in a whopping 1,700% increase in leads.
How many hours does it take to design a website?
Generally, it takes anywhere from 40 to 300 hours to design a website. However, the timeline is largely dependent on the website’s complexity and the agency’s level of commitment to the project.
Here are some sample time frames for various types of websites:
| Type of website | Average number of hours |
| Landing page | 40 |
| Simple web application | 120 |
| Average web application | 200 |
| Complex web application | 300 |
How much does a simple website design cost?
A simple web design costs a flat rate of $5,000. Complex and larger sites can cost up to $10,000. Meanwhile, the average rate for web design on a per-hour basis ranges from $30 to $80.
However, the actual cost of web design services can vary depending on the type of website, number of features and images, maintenance, and complexity of the project as well as the designer’s skills, years of experience, and geographical location.
How do I find good web designers who work with small businesses?
Finding the best website designer for your small business can be daunting. Follow this step-by-step guide to find the perfect fit:
- Guide the design process by clarifying your goals and requirements for the website.
- Identify your target audience and their needs, preferences, and behaviors.
- Set a budget for your website design project.
- Research reputable web design agencies that cater to small businesses.
- Check their client list to see if they work with local businesses.
- Peruse their portfolio and testimonials to gauge their performance, accomplishments, and client satisfaction. See what kind of feedback past clients have about the results they have delivered, how responsive and committed they are, whether they meet deadlines, and other relevant aspects.
- Find out which of these candidates has experience working on similar projects. The agencies that understand your target market well can speed up project delivery and accelerate results.
- Request proposals that include projected timelines, costs, project scope, and deliverables.
- Inquire about the agency’s SEO capabilities. This is essential to attracting more organic and local traffic.
- Conduct interviews with shortlisted agencies to get a clear view of their communication, technical skills, relevant niche experience, and commitment.
- Consider the company culture if you want to invest in a long-term relationship. Working with a company that shares the same values as your brand is important and a sign that you will be able to function together as one team.
- Compare the offerings and choose the web design agency that best aligns with your goals, budget, values, and preferences.
DesignRush can help you find the ideal web design agency for your small business—for free. Simply go to our Marketplace and tell us more about your project. We’ll introduce you to up to five of the most suitable agencies.
What questions to ask small business website design agencies when hiring one?
Here are the top questions to ask a small business web design agency before you hire one:
- What industries have you worked with before, and have you worked with businesses similar to mine?
- Can you provide examples of websites you've designed for similar small businesses?
- How do you approach incorporating our brand identity into web design?
- How do you ensure that the website is responsive on various devices and screen sizes?
- How do you ensure optimal user experience, considering navigation, content hierarchy, and ease of use?
- How do you integrate SEO principles into the design to improve our website's visibility in search engines?
- Can you integrate mobile apps or other digital tools into our website's design and functionality?
- What CMS do you recommend? How do you ensure that it's user-friendly for our team to manage content?
- How do you involve us in the design process? What methods do you use for communication and feedback?
- How do you handle feedback and revisions during the design process?
- What is the estimated cost for the design of our website? Are there any potential additional costs we should be aware of?
- What is the estimated timeline for completing the project?
- How often do you recommend updating the website's design and content?
- What kind of support and maintenance services do you offer after the website is launched?
- Who will work on my project and how experienced are they? Who will be the main point of contact?
What are the leading small business website design companies in the U.S.?
The leading small business website design agencies in the U.S. are:
- Big Red Jelly
- 5-star rating with 34 reviews on DesignRush; 5-star rating with 257 reviews on Google
- Top clients: Hirschi Companies, R and R BBQ, Summit Pizza Co, The Happy Health Insurance Guy
- Red Spot Design
- 5-star rating with 30 reviews on DesignRush; 5-star rating with 295 reviews on Google
- Top clients: Cornwell Jackson CPAs, Trinity Valley Electric Co-op, Fit Chick Training, Pollo Regio Restaurant
- Bilberrry
- 5-star rating with 21 reviews on DesignRush
- Top clients: University of Washington, Snohomish County, OfferUP, The Life You Can Save
- Denver Web Success LLC
- 5-star rating with 15 reviews on DesignRush; 5-star rating with 40 reviews on Google
- Top clients: Irie Cabinetry, Rallye Coach Works, Goodrich Chimney
- Jeremy McGilvrey
- 5-star rating with 11 reviews on DesignRush; 5-star rating with 93 reviews on Google
- Top clients: Houston Ticket Brokers, Young & Earth Supplements, Capstone Homebuyers
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