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We are a small studio dedicated to building powerful solutions, and owning the full development lifecycle for software products...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- IoT
- VR/AR
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Charlottetown, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Based in Austin, The BHW Group is a renowned web and mobile design & development firm. With a legacy of 13 years, we have crafted award-winning applications, earning recognition as a 2015 SXSW Interactive finalist and a 2014 National Association of Government Communicators first place winner. Our impressive...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $115/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Espresso Moon is a Houston custom software company that builds AI-enabled business applications, mobile apps, and cloud platforms for B2B clients, and hosts and supports everything it delivers. We also own and operate GageList, a calibration management SaaS with AI built into the product...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Spring, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Evolving Web, a company with a mission to help clients make a positive impact, offers a range of services including audit services, strategy, design, development, marketing, and maintenance...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Puncture is a brand identity and design studio based in Toronto. We specialize in visual identity, brand strategy, naming, and motion design for clients in music, arts, culture, and civic sectors...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Mysoft Heaven (BD) Ltd. is a Top Software Development Company & CMMI Level 3 Company with 15+ years of excellence. We specialize in enterprise-grade solutions like ERP, FinTech, e-Governance, and HRMS (HR Sheba). Our scalable SaaS platforms and Cyber Security solutions empower global organizations...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Mirpur, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Cuspy Software provide the best software developers from Eastern Europe (from Ukraine, Belarus, Romania and Poland).Our techstack is: - Backend: Python, PHP, Ryby on Rails, .NET, Java- JavaScript: React, Vue, Angular, Node- Platforms: Salesforce, SharePoint- Mobile: iOS, Android, Hybrid, PWA...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- IoT
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Funkhaus is an independent, leadership-led Los Angeles digital agency that brings strategy, content, design, and technology together to build distinctive brands and digital platforms...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Content Marketing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Our mission is to help design and build scalable eCommerce stores, which empower merchants to own their ROI and unshackle from restrictive and expensive maintenance contracts. We build it so you can grow it...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Hornsby, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Paradigm is a bilingual creative agency in Tokyo. Since 1992 we have solved the most demanding communication, design, and technology challenges for brands building in Japan and Japanese brands going global. Our team works in English and Japanese, end to end...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Development
- Web Design
- AI Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Tokyo, Japan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Whitecap Canada | Custom Software. Real Results. Canadian Made...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Blink Advertising is a full-service marketing and communications agency specializing in integrated B2B and B2C solutions that help businesses strengthen their brands, engage audiences, and achieve measurable growth. For more than a decade, the agency has combined strategic thinking, creative execution, and...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Media Buying
- PPC
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Alliance is an award winning digital marketing agency, SE0, web design and website maintenance services. Since 2003, our team specializes in helping brands generate growth that matters. The team has extensive background in working with B2B's, service firms, nonprofits and many more...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Almost Always is a Los Angeles-based brand and digital product studio. We help companies build memorable brands and digital experiences. From brand strategy and identity to websites, software, and product design, we combine strategic thinking with exceptional execution...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Location
- El Segundo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Your Expert Web & Mobile Development Partner.Take advantage of our 13+ years of experience in building and launching web and mobile custom software solutions. Extend your team with the top web & mobile developers for your short-term and long-term projects, from MVPs to a completed solution...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Alexandria, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
BestPeers is a top software development company specializing in custom software, website development, UX/UI design, and full-stack solutions. With a focus on quality, innovation, and timely delivery, BestPeers creates consumer-centric tech solutions across diverse industries, ensuring client satisfaction and...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- California City, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
KOMBIND is an independent branding agency servicing existing and emerging brands. We integrate business, technology and brand strategy to craft intelligent ideas into engaging and meaningful brand experiences...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Datashrine is a dynamic multi-disciplinary design studio dedicated to catapulting businesses into the extraordinary realm through intelligent product design and strategy. Specializing in Digital Product Design, UX, VR + AR, AI + Data, we seamlessly blend creativity with cutting-edge technology to deliver...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Digital Strategy
- Managed Services
- Digital Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
From The Future works with sophisticated brands to fix broken, boring, and ineffective digital strategies. We approach delivering effective digital strategy designed to accelerate growth by integrating marketing from all channels that prove ROI for specific brands...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
iWeb are a full-service eCommerce agency, Magento Professional Solution Partner and Akeneo Silver Partner, with over 23 years experience designing and developing eCommerce websites that deliver results...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Location
- Stafford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $105/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Grata specializes in high-end solutions for internal business process optimization, B2B and B2C marketing, custom software development, SaaS, e-commerce, and much more. Based in Orlando, Grata partners with Amazon Web Solution Consulting to deliver exceptionally reliable and robust applications...
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- Software Development
- IoT
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
No matter the industry or medium, we love a challenge. Here’s how we’ve helped our partners tackle theirs over the years...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
North Street is a creative services, branding, and design agency. Our mission is to engineer the thoughtful transformation and success of great organizations...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
As an Olten-based business, STS Software GmbH boasts a strong force of software engineers. With this fortification, the STS Software GmbH team has reached a large number of prominent Swiss businesses as strategic partners, contributing to our already formidable industry standing...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Olten, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are Tech Alchemy. We are passionate about start-ups...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Blockchain
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SomeOne
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Over the past decade we've heard businesses ask us the same question, I know we need to change, I know you can make things attractive, but how can we make it stick? This conundrum is the biggest strategic challenge facing modern brands and SomeOne's specialist subject...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Adjective & Co. is a boutique branding and advertising agency based in Jacksonville Beach, Fla., with a satellite office in New York. Since 2013, the agency has championed creative, strategic brand development and integrated marketing campaigns rooted in authenticity and big ideas, earning recognition from Ad...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Jacksonville Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
First Person is a creative partner that embraces your business challenge to create a direct connection with your audience that strikes at the essential, emotional and expandable core of a brand story...
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- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We provide customized technological solutions to increase business efficiency & growth across industries. Our services include Software as a Service (SaaS), Mobile Apps & Websites, Blockchain Development, Big Data, Technical Consultancy, and Artificial Intelligence...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- VR/AR
- Mobile App Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
SEO Web Agency specializing in Website Design, Development, & Internet Marketing. Let us optimize your site and deliver high quality results that search engines would communicate to...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Visceral is a full-service creative agency specializing in brand, digital design, and development for social visionaries. We partner with organizations who are addressing the toughest challenges: philanthropists, nonprofits, educators, conservationists, health pioneers, and social enterprises that are out to...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We’re a boutique marketing agency that specializes in helping companies connect with their customers...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Package Design
- Branding
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- Location
- El Segundo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Welcome to Zenkoders, a leading Mobile App and Web App Development Company. We are a team of skilled developers, designers, and project managers who are committed to providing top-notch mobile and web app solutions for businesses and individuals...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Claymont, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
At Incepteo, we dedicate significant time to discovery, strategy, and UX/Tech design, instilling confidence in every project we undertake. Through meticulous planning and innovative design, we ensure that each endeavor is executed with precision and meets the highest standards of quality and functionality...
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- Web Design
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Tegan Digital is a Addison, Texas-based digital marketing agency that has earned recognition for creativity in the industry. They offer an array of web design and development services to partners ranging from small startups all the way up to major Fortune 100 enterprises. By building engaging digital...
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- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Print Design
- Video Production
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Addison, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Unbranded Manchester is a web design agency for market leading SME's. We rely on data insights, cutting-edge research & development strategies, and user experience design to drive growth and success...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Kadeau, LLC is a design studio that specializes in branding and web design, working with a carefully selected group of clients to enhance their brand identities with impactful design and engaging digital experiences...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
BlueCozmos is driven by the growth and success of our clients. The very foundation of our company rests on the achievements of our clients, it's as straightforward as that...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
AK Launch is committed to optimizing your business's potential while minimizing overhead costs. For the investment equivalent to a single employee's salary, we offer the ability to tailor software that performs the work of ten. Our comprehensive services encompass process documentation, recommending...
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- Web Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- Location
- Passaic, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Introducing Tortoise & Hare, a preeminent Customer Experience (CX) agency deeply committed to advancing the art of cultivating customer relationships. Our vision extends to a world in which optimal mutual benefits are realized between consumers and businesses. At the forefront of our mission is the challenge...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Newcastle, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Acolono GmbH is an online agency based in Vienna, dedicated to assisting clients in achieving their online goals. We specialize in Drupal, the leading open-source CMS, powering over 2 million websites globally, including more than 20% of the top 10k sites...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- CRM Consulting
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We celebrate originality through digital, design, and branding experiences. We are an independent, digital-first company: we are 25 people, each with their own interests and passions, specializing in communication projects that combine identity and digital...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Resana, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Midnight Cheric Information Network Technologies PVT LTD offers dynamic web development services and strategic technical consultancy tailored for creative agencies and teams, aiming to propel business growth and enhance online presence. With our expertise in digital solutions, we empower clients to achieve...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Utilize our expertise for your next development project, keep systems operational with retainer support, or augment your team with flexible contract options...
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- Staff Augmentation
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
AutoSolve SRL is an Argentinian company specializing in industrial automation and custom software. We design and implement PLC, HMI, SCADA, and web/mobile systems that optimize processes for industries across America, Europe and the US...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Parana, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Outpost4 is a multimedia design studio that builds apps, provides QA consulting, and design support for your brand. We build games and apps that surprise and delight. We have an eye for quality and a disciplined approach to design. We don't believe in shortcuts or AI, we are artisans and we have a...
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- Digital Services
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Audio Production
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We implement powerful projects in web development, design, marketing, and create an ecosystem for digital specialists...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Accelerate your business growth with our innovative software solutions. We combine cutting-edge technology, tailored strategies, and seamless execution to drive your success and stay ahead of the competition...
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- Web Development
- Software Testing
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $179/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Cresci's Agency is an independent strategy, design, and communications company that uses creativity, craft, and technology to create impactful ideas. They focus on insight and imagination to develop brands that drive growth and build better futures on a large scale...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
With 20+ years of experience in complex custom software development projects, we are a reliable Swiss partner for software innovation. Our mission is supporting our customers with innovative solutions that set them apart from the average. We help companies strengthen their uniqueness and fully integrate their...
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- Mobile App Development
- Digital Strategy
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Bubikon, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
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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.
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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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