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Glo Creative Co. is an award-winning brand experience agency based in Charleston, South Carolina, specializing in brand strategy, visual identity, website design, and integrated brand experiences that help businesses build memorable, customer-focused brands...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Labyrinth Brand Co is a digital agency that helps modern brands become clearer, more credible, and easier to discover online...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Design
- Reputation Management
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Looking for a website that pays for itself? We are a web agency with ONE simple goal: Build websites that generates ROI - not costs. With 1,000+ websites under the belt, we realized that the generic templates doesn't work. Instead, we'll build you the best website you've had - or money back...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We're a courageous and grounded studio located in North Atlanta, partnering with purpose-driven businesses to venture beyond the familiar, uncover their true purpose, and sharpen their vision. Through strategic thinking and intentional design, we help brands find their voice and create meaningful impact...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Alpharetta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We focus on creatively and strategically driven innovative digital solutions. Since 2014, we work closely with startups and established brands to develop digital products from scratch...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Square Lightning operates as a comprehensive consultancy, offering full-service solutions in graphic design, communications, and editorial expertise. Ranging from branding initiatives to video production, social media campaigns to impactful reports, we partner with businesses, nonprofits, educators, and...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Leveraging the power of Webflow & No Code to build the digital experiences of tomorrow. Our team of experts specializes in migration, development, and Webflow support...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We believe that bringing brands, content, celebrities, and influencers together makes storytelling more meaningful and impactful. Through Hollywood Branded's expertise in creating these essential and complex partnerships, your story will be better brought to life...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At DIGITECH, we believe that inside every impossible is a possible trying to get out. We are a team of creative thinkers and problem solvers dedicated to expanding the limits of what is possible across Google search...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Branding
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Browser was founded in 2008 and built upon the belief that UX design and technology are synonymous, aligning both UX design and technology has enabled us to advance and become one of the only agencies to truly understand and offer expertise in this area...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We're always thinking. It's what we do. We are a branding agency. Working for Fortune 500 companies to Startups. We work hard. We have fun...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Package Design
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Iowa City Web Design offers app development, web design, and fully managed WordPress hosting for businesses of all sizes. Our firm is structured to scale infinitely, ensuring we meet the demands of the ever-changing digital landscape while providing tailored solutions to match your business needs...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Branding
- SEO
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- Location
- Iowa City, Iowa
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
XeoDev is a full service chatbot solution, AI, web, apps & software development agency. several of our clients are in the start up or next stage of growth...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Zrix, a top ASP.NET development company, specializes in transforming technology ideas into functional, scalable, and user-friendly solutions using both Drupal and ASP.NET. With a global footprint and a diverse portfolio, we commit to quality, integrity, and delivering unparalleled value across various...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Raleigh , North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Brandcoders is a trusted agency based in Orlando, specializing in web design and development, marketing, and branding. We are experts in creating brand identities, powerful websites, custom business web applications, and establishing a digital presence for national brands and growing businesses...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- SEO
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We are a company specializing in web design and development. We develop customized websites for all types of clients...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Package Design
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- Location
- Cuenca, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are Branding, Web Design, and Digital Marketing experts that strive to elevate brands through strategy, creativity, and a little old-fashioned elbow grease...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A best-rated Dallas digital marketing agency that delivers powerful results through web design, SEO, social media, email marketing, and integrated CRMs. A HubSpot Gold Partner that has been delivering bottom line results since 2002...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Allen, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
"Its like getting an internal marketing team for a fraction of the cost." Perfect for Start-ups and Small-to-Medium-Sized Businesses. Scaling companies from $0 to $50M in revenue. Full-service, multi-channel with a Fractional CMO establishing strategy and a rigorous optimization testing methodology...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a technology-driven software house that provides high-quality web and mobile applicationsThe wide experience of our team enables to operate successfully in various areas, such as eHealth, telecom, logistic, fintech, IoT, work with AI, and others. We can create a digital product from scratch or...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Lodz, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Golden Launch Creative is an Atlanta-based brand and web design studio specializing in custom Squarespace and Shopify eCommerce websites for creative businesses, mission-driven entrepreneurs, and cultural organizations. We combine brand strategy, user-centered design, and technical excellence to create...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Ghost is a strategy-first creative agency. We work to make brands impossible to ignore. Branding, marketing, web, and video are the ways we help people tell their story. It's about revealing who you are, who you're for, and why your audience should care...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We fuel brand growth by combining UX expertise with bespoke development and strategic brand-building. Beyond websites, we deliver digital platforms engineered to strengthen your positioning, enhance conversion, and drive targeted visitors...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Design Services
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Portsmouth, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We believe enhanced product designs integrated with advanced technology can significantly propel business growth and market expansion. We're committed to addressing our client's needs, providing unparalleled customer service, and delivering exceptional product quality through cutting-edge technology...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Michelle Jones Creative is a Charlotte-based web design agency specializing in custom websites for corporate, B2B and professional service firms. We deliver strategic, high-performing sites with clean design, reliable communication and consistent follow-through for a web design agency you can trust...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a highly selective team of designers and developers, capable of working with a wide variety of tools. We're your partner for the more complicated tasks. We pick up where the standard dev shop leaves off...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Briarcliff Manor, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Blue Giant is a full-service production and creative agency based in Los Angeles, specializing in commercial, short, documentary, TV, and digital media content. Known for delivering powerful visuals and compelling storytelling, the agency supports brands, studios, and clients in amplifying their message...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The UK’s leading UX consultancy since 1999. We are psychologists, researchers, interaction designers, usability experts and customer experience specialists. Our work covers web, software, mobile, print, apps, service design – and more...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $195/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
HireWPGeeks is a leading WordPress development agency which has successfully helped more than 1500 clients in over 28 countries...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
For over a decade, Ritter Knight Creative has been crafting powerful web solutions for clients across an array of industries - from manufacturing to hospitality and tour & travel. With experience managing more than 101 website projects, these digital marketing professionals are dedicated to transforming ideas...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Allouez, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Expect creativity, skill, and passion every time. Our team constantly pushes the limits of whats possible on their boards. We spent years perfecting our craft. Each project as each trick requires a combination of balance, dedication and technique. We embrace the challenges to build products that not only...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Winno is a distinguished web design and SEO agency based in Switzerland, specializing in crafting high-quality Webflow websites. With a steadfast commitment to conceptualizing websites and implementing transparent SEO strategies, we empower businesses to achieve online excellence and visibility in the digital...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Männedorf, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A Toronto-based studio with a focus on meaningful work. Everything we aim to do will be about you, your goals , your vision, and bringing them to life in ways that matter...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Scauros is an agency focused on propelling brands into the future with forward looking web design practices. They help brands optimize their visitor experience and drive traffic using data analytics. They specialize in helping small to medium sized businesses update their digital image at an affordable price...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Forge Studio places senior product designers (L4-L6 caliber) from Coinbase, Roblox, and Instacart directly into your team. Embedded design teams, enterprise design systems, and zero-to-one product design. $9.5M+ in engagements since 2017...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Digital Strategy
- AI Development
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Blue Hay is an Immersive Experience Studio specialized in creating jaw-dropping experiences for brands to connect with their customers...
Top Services:
- Event Marketing
- VR/AR
- Advertising
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ghent, Belgium
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
DeltaDots provides AI app development, custom software, mobile/web, blockchain, game development, and UI/UX design. Deltadots delivers expert IT services that let you focus on what matters most...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
The Denton County-based Anvil & Hammer Agency offers full-service branding, marketing, and advertising solutions to customers all over the United States...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Denton, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We're a dedicated team of digital marketers who help travel/tourism, transportation and eCommerce brands grow bookings and build their business online...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Coral Gables, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Disartmedia is a multi-service digital marketing agency that works in a variety of industries including Medical, Hospitality, Real Estate, and Automobile among others...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Hollywood, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Noble Intent connects client objectives to end-user experience with strategic and inclusive design and innovation.Our purpose is to create a more inclusive internetone client, one user, and one website at a time...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
The Stavridis Group is a pioneering name in the Web Design and Digital Marketing industry in Canberra, ACT, Australia. With a legacy spanning 30 successful years, we stand as a testament to innovation and expertise...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Web Development
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- Location
- Canberra, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $220/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
NEWMEDIA.COM is a growth marketing agency in NYC specializing in performance marketing and digital business strategy. Experts in enterprise website design and web development, SEO, AEO/GEO, and the creators of RankOS™ - AI Search Visibility in Days, Not Months...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
An Immersive Media Agency specializing in the development of Extended Reality (XR, AR, VR, MR) experiences driving meaningful connections between brands & consumers. Our global team of skilled designers, artists, and developers craft creative narratives & experiences powered by emerging tech...
Top Services:
- VR/AR
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Culver City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Innostax is a custom software development and IT staff augmentation company with 100+ engineers in Framingham, MA (US) and Gurugram, India. Since 2013, we've partnered with product companies and enterprises globally delivering scalable software and dedicated remote teams powered by AI-augmented deve...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Framingham, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Higglo is a high end marketing agency that has built websites and performed marketing campaigns for the best companies around the world including Hulu, Blizzard, Bethesda, Richard Branson and more. We create memorable web experiences and get your business the attention it deserves...
Top Services:
- SEO
- CRO
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Cheswick, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We believe that every touchpoint is an opportunity to connect, and every interaction is a chance to inspire. Our work is about more than just beautiful design its about crafting meaningful experiences that resonate with audiences and leave a lasting impact. We blend creativity, technology, and storytelling to...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
IMM partners with experience-driven brands that have validated demand but misaligned execution. We operationalize strategy and scale growth, without rebuilding your internal team...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Victoria, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Matthew's Design Co. we not only design beautiful and engaging web experiences, but work closely with our clients to meet their business goals and objectives. Whether you're bringing a new product to market or redesigning enterprise software, we'll make sure it's done right — the first time...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Rochester, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Dorian Media Group is a creative agency & production company focused on brand development, content creation, and online marketing...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- Reputation Management
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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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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