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FCS Web Development: Where Excellence Meets Innovation...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Porto, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
We turn business goals into brand experiences through strategy, design, development, and marketing. Everything we offer is built to help your brand get remembered, trusted, and chosen...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Boulder, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We elevate brands with an intimate mix of strategy, design and process. We believe a strong brand starts at the core. That's why we focus on aligning your identity and workflow, so everything feels consistent. From internal clarity to external impact, we help brands grow from the inside out...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Utrecht, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We're an experienced award-winning web design and digital marketing agency located in Miami, Florida. In the digital age, having an agency that can give your business a competitive edge is essential. The Business Theory's team of creative designers and skilled writers come together to craft dynamic designs...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Weston, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $139/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
At Chops, we're problem-solving experts, ready to tackle challenges in coaching, systems, operations, technology, and marketing. Our dedicated team specializes in optimizing your business, offering strategic roadmaps, and supporting your growth and scalability to enhance efficiency and maximize profits...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- Langley, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Studio Obacht is a design studio based in Amsterdam, specializing in sustainable branding, packaging, and web design. The LGBTQ+-owned studio partners with mission-driven brands, focusing on inclusivity, social impact, and environmental responsibility. We offer services in branding, graphic design...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Lets explore the core of your business, understand your audience, and embrace your needs and expectations. Together, we'll create an impactful online presence...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Coimbra, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Studio Steylish is a creative and goal-oriented animation company and web design agency from the Netherlands. We make professional explainer animations, corporate videos and custom websites. Everything revolves around clear communication, strong visual content and maximum impact...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Video Production
- Location
- Zoetermeer, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
agua® is an independent creative design practice that flows between disciplines, crafting visual identities, systems and narratives that move with intention. Blending conceptual thinking, experimentation and visual craft, the studio develops tailored projects for brands, artists and cultural institutions...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
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- Location
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
CoreThree is a three-founder web studio in Doha that builds Arabic and English websites for Qatar businesses, then gets them found: technical and local SEO, Arabic SEO, and visibility in AI assistants like ChatGPT and Gemini. Every site ships connected to a sales pipeline, so enquiries from the website...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- AEO
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Doha, Qatar
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
MAB builds creative brand strategies rooted in analytics and optimized through years of experience. Their core services include search, development, social and brand which translates to web design, UI/UX, creative development, digital strategy & more...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Newport Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
ESP Inspire is a California-based digital marketing, website design, and development company. We specialize in creating user-friendly websites, guaranteeing SEO excellence, delivering complete e-commerce solutions, providing innovative mobile app development, and offering powerful PPC solutions...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Albany, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
CornerstoneSmith is a digital development company specializing in transforming client-provided mockups into fully functional, high-quality websites and digital products. The company works with agencies, startups, and businesses that need a reliable technical partner to bring their designs to life with...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Location
- Talisay City, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
DMD Marketing specializes in helping small businesses generate new business while keeping marketing costs low. They provide tailored solutions to reach target audiences effectively, offering services such as content marketing, social media marketing, social media services for small business, SEO, and more...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Frisco, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
KARMA jack helps enterprise and multi-location brands unlock scalable growth through full-service marketing: websites, SEO, digital ads, and brand strategyall delivered with unmatched speed and a human-first approach...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Advertising
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Ferndale, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Springs is a service company specializing in building Custom AI Agents tailored to specific business goals. With deep expertise in Conversational AI, AI Agent development, and Business Automation...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Software Testing
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Transform your digital presence with Simone May - your go to creative for standout Virtual Assistance, Website Design and Branding Solutions. Blending efficiency with aesthetic flair, I help busy entrepeuners and businesses to shine online and gain back their precious time. From organising your workload to...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Nanango, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
BrandZap is a design consultancy specializing in b2b startups and growth-stage companies. Unlike giant expensive agencies, or cheap unreliable freelancers, we keep things simple: straight-forward pricing and easy-to-understand website packages...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Mint Websites is a Fort McMurray-based studio building custom Framer websites for small businesses across Wood Buffalo. Every project is led personally by founder Chris Nixon, a 25-year local who brings firsthand knowledge of the Fort McMurray market to every build. Projects include a full brand kit, hosting...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Fort McMurray, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Alpha Co. Marketing & Media provides an integrated solution to increasing clients through digital media. We have a proven track record in increasing sales and adding brand value through digital marketing...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Green Mountain Websites is a Vermont based web design company. We specialize in small, affordable, WordPress based designs to suit your needs. Our preference is to build sites for "Mom and Pop" type of businesses. We also can take care of your WordPress maintenance needs...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Berlin, Vermont
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We design and develop custom apps and websites for companies in the SaaS industry...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Playback Studio is a creative production partner built for brands and agencies that need high-performing creative without the overhead of growing an in-house team. Rather than operating as a traditional design agency, Playback integrates strategy, creative production, and performance marketing to de...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
At Full Frame, we focus on creating websites for you at record speed. We can get your site live in under a month, loading in under one second. Stunning, custom websites that engage, convert, and elevate your brand...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Monterey, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At Rapid Fire, we craft exceptional Webflow websites for ambitious businesses that want to stand out online. We craft exceptional Webflow websites for ambitious businesses. We don't just build websites, we empower businesses with scalable, user-friendly solutions and the knowledge to keep growing...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
B&G Collective is a Google Ads and growth marketing agency for remodelers, custom home builders, and home improvement companies. We manage Google Ads, LSAs, Meta Ads, and Local SEO, reporting cost per booked project, not cost per lead. Based near Richmond, Virginia, working nationwide...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Pork Pixel is a collaborative group of highly creative professionals specializing in Branding, Creative, Production, Strategy, Planning and Culture Driven success stories...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Sutherland Springs, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Provocative and immersive marketing and design solutions that do more than build a brand. We exist to ignite and excite the minds of buyers through strategic, viral, 360-degree marketing. With a team that possesses over two decades of experience (and every generation in between), our solutions are...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Bean Labs is a story-driven creative agency and production company. We partner with agencies, public relations firms, brands, and businesses alike to cultivate sharable breakthrough content to engage and entertain audiences...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Bedford, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Brian White is an award-winning user interface, brand identity designer, and illustrator enhancing big brand presence and breathing new life into small businesses...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Lawrence, Kansas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
POSTER CHILD is based in Barcelona, our creative firm boasts a decade of experience in the music and entertainment industry. We've had the privilege of collaborating with renowned clients such as VANS, Warped Tour, Live Nation, AEG, Journeys, as well as some of the most prominent names in touring, production...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Lumitech is a software and services technology company based in Dubai with an R&D team in Eastern Europe...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We are an independent, multi-disciplinary design studio founded on the passion and friendship of the founders, with two parallel operating locations in Europe...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Full Force Marketing is a full-service digital agency designed to be plug-and-play for your business...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Scottsdale, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Marketing agency using cinematic video, SEO, and strategy to drive growth...
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- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Lubbock, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Fresh Bread Digital is a veteran-owned digital marketing agency in New Braunfels, Texas helping service businesses generate more leads and grow online. We specialize in website design, Local SEO, Google Ads, PPC management, AI automation, CRM systems, and lead generation. Our strategies focus on measurable...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- AEO
- CRO
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- Location
- New Braunfels, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Vonnda is more than just another web agency from San Francisco. Yes, we create clever digital strategies, design attractive websites, and develop web solutions that are fast, reliable, and secure. We also build and maintain digital solutions for clients of all sizes that yield measurable growth...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Designers Up North is a Manchester-based web and graphic design company run by Jim Adams and Matt Parker. We design WordPress websites, eCommerce stores, brands and brochures for small and medium-sized businesses across the UK...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- SEO
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- Location
- Stretford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
DayStar Graphics crafts bold, immersive designs-from interactive virtual tours to unforgettable branding-helping businesses shine brighter and stand out in every space they serve...
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- Print Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Noizey Graphics Web Design is a web design and more specifically, small business website design company that specializes in creating beautiful, mobile-friendly websites for businesses...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Brentwood, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
WebDev GO is a full-service digital agency specializing in small business website design, marketing and PR solutions, with a focus on connecting data and storytelling to drive profitability for small businesses and brands...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- North Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Hello! My name is Joanne Sunde, I'm a graphic designer with corporate and agency experience with over 20 years of experience...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Location
- Mascouche, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
FFP is an award-winning software and app development firm specializing in turning groundbreaking ideas into powerful digital solutions. Based in NY, we help startups and established businesses bring their innovative ideas to life with cutting-edge custom solutions. Whether its mobile app development...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Levittown, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
WEB DESIGN & DEVELOPMENTOur adaptive web interfaces adjust to the user, device and type of interaction, from desktops to mobile devices.E-COMMERCEWe’ll help you design and build a marketplace for users and merchants to discover, interact and shop. Integrate your fulfillment and shipping needs from...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Lakewood, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Company provides the Mobile applications and Android application development in NY/NYC solutions and helps Business owners to reach more customers who want to change their business towards application development, Artificial Intelligence . Educational App Development Mobile application development in...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Webential is a top digital agency specializing in web development, digital marketing, and design services. With over a decade of experience, they offer SEO, PPC, custom web development, and e-commerce solutions...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Foster City, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Brand, web, search, media, and content run as one accountable function. We sell judgment, not deliverables...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Davie, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Atanor Creative is a Miami-based agency that transforms brands through innovative design and strategic marketing. Inspired by alchemy, we turn creative ideas into extraordinary brand experiences. Our services include branding, web design, content creation, and social media marketing, all tailored to highlight...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Duality Agency is a creative and data-driven digital agency based in Tunisia . We build high-performance websites with SEO at their core and craft marketing strategies that boost visibility and conversions. From custom development (React, Next.js) to SEO audits, Google Tag Manager integration, and targeted...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Sousse, Tunisia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Art Department in a Box | Unlimited Design, One Easy Retainer...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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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