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ATKASA, a leading Digital Marketing Agency based in South Africa, combines progressive, data-driven thinking with in-depth knowledge garnered from our many years’ experience within the digital marketing space. Which translates to outstanding, meaningful and measurable results for our clients...
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- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Roodepoort, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $350/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000

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Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Mike Rock, brand identity designer and creative director based in Dubai, UAE. 20+ years of experience. Specialises in visual identity, brand systems, and strategic brand development. Works with businesses across the UAE, GCC, and globally. Studio located at Al Saaha Building, Dubai. Contact: hi@m...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Bur Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Based in Beverly Hills, California, TRIXMEDIA is a trustworthy advertising and digital branding firm. They make a great effort to familiarise themselves with partner companies' business, industry, and goals. They use all the available data to design branding solutions that have a creative and competitive...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Web Development
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- Location
- Beverly Hills, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Embracing the powerful combination of technology, design thinking and agility, our award-winning team delivers technology, marketing and communications services that inspire possibility...
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Tellwell is a social media agency based in Fargo-Moorhead with big ideas and innovative strategies fueled by lots of coffee...
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- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Fargo, North Dakota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Electric Lemonade is a results-driven full-service digital marketing and branding agency...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Savannah, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We design memorable brands and digital experiences, that drive business growth and build lasting relationships with your customers...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Cracow, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
AFFIRM is a full-service marketing agency in Pewaukee, Wisconsin that provides strategic solutions to local, regional and national clients...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Spherexx.com is a full-service ad agency and software development firm offering a wide selection of professional services...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- PPC
- Advertising
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Digital Republic empowers businesses by harnessing the potential of web and mobile applications, cloud commerce, AI, and machine learning technologies. Our comprehensive approach ensures that our clients stay ahead in the digital landscape, driving innovation and achieving sustainable growth...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Software Development
- Digital Services
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Chichester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Marketing moves fast and the tools and tactics that worked yesterday may not work today. If you aren’t moving forward, you’re falling behind. We’re here to help you find the gaps, connect the dots, leverage your resources, and position yourself for success...
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- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- eCommerce
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Limeup is a global application and software development company that turns complex ideas into powerful digital solutions. We help B2B and enterprise clients build high-quality digital products that enable scalable growth...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Blockchain
- Web Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Fast Friends is a creative production collective happiest when assisting brandsand agencies with their short-form video and social content needs...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Print Design
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Ludlow, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
In an increasingly competitive crypto landscape, Crypto & NFT companies need a compelling, actionable marketing strategy to stand out, get more relevant leads, and attain clients. That's where Lunar Strategy comes in...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Funchal, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Contrast & Co., our passion is creating bold, pioneering brand experiences for startups and national organizations alike. With innovative strategies, designs, and digital solutions that stand out from the competition's sea of sameness, we have earned industry awards as recognition for our commitment to...
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- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Annapolis, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
For over two decades, C(GROUP has been a driving force in enabling social good organizations to achieve meaningful impact. We've gone beyond the traditional areas of communications strategy and branding. We make sure our partners have all the tools they need for success with graphic design, web development...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
NiceDay is here to bridge the gap between brands and people! Our Charlotte-based studio crafts meaningful relationships with customized branding, content creation and relationship building. We use our strategic design background to create experiences that move you closer together than ever before - let us...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At SIVAN-GROUP's core is a passionate desire to take the power of big concepts and turn them into triumphant brands. We offer specialized services in each area of communications marketing, from creative implementation to strategic planning – constantly evolving to satisfy all client desires. Our dedicated...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Netanya, Israel
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are able to develop truly integrated strategies that feed one another while remaining internally consistent with the goals of the company...
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- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Tinton Falls, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Our primary goal is to bring you new clients, and conversions. Quality content is a good place to start...
Top Services:
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- CRO
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Downers Grove, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We're a top-rated Canadian team helping organizations build engaging apps that positively impact their communities. Want to explore your project fit? The pack's got your back...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Burnaby, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We're Color Mill Design, a CA & OR based branding and web design agency. We use design to make a positive impact and help you uncover your story's essence...
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- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Fort Bragg, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At our firm, we believe that every project's success relies on building a partnership with our clients. Our collaborative approach ensures that we work side by side with entrepreneurs to help them envision, articulate, and launch their new businesses...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Porto, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Grape is a creative marketing agency that operates under the "One-Stop-Shop" agency model. Our team develops product concepts, creates brands and manages their development, designs, produces content, develops communications, and assists with sales and customer experience...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Chernoff Newman is a seasoned agency with extensive expertise in various categories, including health care, energy, food and beverage, education and workforce development, retail, financial/insurance and issue management...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
- SEO
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
REMIXED is a full-service, multi-disciplinary branding agency dedicated to fostering connections between businesses and their target audiences. Our expertise lies in crafting messaging and design frameworks that resonate through a variety of mediums including print, broadcast and interactive campaigns...
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- Branding
- Advertising
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Upstore Digital is a full-service Amazon SEO business that provides Amazon SEO services for greater brand visibility and sales. Our Amazon listing optimization methods are intended to increase sales. With Upstore Digital, you can tap into the power of a winning e-commerce growth strategy...
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- Digital Marketing
- Logo Design
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Fremont, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
El Pixel is a trusted IT solutions provider, offering custom software development and consulting services tailored to meet the unique needs of businesses.We actively apply AI technologies in development to accelerate delivery, enhance efficiency, and create smarter solutions...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Krakow, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
DLYMI is a full-service, collaborative, human-centered design studio. We work with clients from vision through execution and release. We are your partner in creating thoughtful digital experiences that have a responsible impact on the world while delivering on business goals and customer value...
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- Design Services
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a boutique branding and creative agency that strategically brings an organization's brand to life through cleverly written messaging, intentional design, multi-media content, and visual storytelling. We exist to craft and tell the stories of the most purpose-driven brands. We identify superpowers...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Ashland, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Offering straightforward branding advice to organizations of all sizes, we refrain from inundating you with obscure branding buzzwords or bewildering developer jargon. Instead, our approach is grounded in clear communication and practical insights, delivered by creatives genuinely invested in the success of...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Swindon, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $84/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
ODM World is a Performance Marketing Agency that cuts through the clutter and complexity often found in the digital marketing landscape. Our goal is to partner closely with our clients, empowering them to achieve significant growth online through tailor-made strategies and relentless execution...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
As a full-service technology company, we solve business problems through innovation & technology. When you hire ITCL, you gain an experienced partner beyond just technical expertise. We understand that behind every technical decision, there is a business proposition...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Our communication design agency was built on the principle that the same persuasive techniques used in marketing & advertising can, and should, be used to advance the great good...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Business Consulting
- Creative Services
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $240/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Ultra Nota, we specialize in elevating brands through strategic identity design, refined communication, and impactful digital presence. We craft compelling brand narratives that resonate with discerning audiences, driving lasting growth and ensuring your brand stands out in a crowded marketplace. Our focus...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
The Borenstein Group is the Go-To strategic digital marketing agency based in Washington, DC, specializing in branding, web design, digital strategy, public relations, and content marketing. With over 30 years of experience, the agency serves clients in technology, professional services, government...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- Public Relations
- Branding
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- McLean, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We get it you need results, not excuses. We handle all the complexities, so you can focus on scaling your business...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kaysville, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We architect, produce and deliver transformative digital solutions that drive organizational excellence, accelerate growth, and deliver quantifiable impact. We specialize in 3 core areas; technology, creative, and learning services–all of which we have decades of experience in cultivating unique and...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Newton, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
A creative studio for a new generation of brand builders. Founded in 2016, our team operates on the principle that while many can execute, building a robust strategy first is crucial before we Act Second. This philosophy ensures that our creative solutions are not only innovative but also strategically...
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- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $185/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
KuWeX Studios is a modern digital agency focused on helping businesses grow through smart technology, creative design, and data-driven marketing. We specialize in building high-converting websites, running performance-based ad campaigns, and developing automation systems that streamline operations. Our...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Harare, Zimbabwe
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We provide expert UX consulting with 18+ years proven success. Our multi-disciplinary team delivers product strategy, user research, UX design, training and experience testing. We have offices in Toronto, Ottawa, Canada, New York USA and Cambridge, London, UK...
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- UI/UX Design
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Staff Augmentation
- Market Research
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Fifty and Fifty is a San Diego-based growth strategy and marketing agency helping nonprofit organizations and social enterprises translate strategy into the brand, marketing, web, and technology systems that drive sustained engagement and revenue growth...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Encinitas, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Flux Full Circle is an award-winning digital agency based in Cape Town, South Africa, specializing in digital solutions for luxury travel and hospitality brands. Its services include web development, UI/UX design, performance marketing, SEO and AI discoverability, content production, social media management...
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- Digital Services
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $98/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
MBC Strategic is a branding and design agency for investment firms, helping asset managers, private markets firms, and wealth platforms sharpen positioning, build authority, and communicate with institutional and high-net-worth audiences...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Santa Monica, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Kultrix is a product team in Lviv, Ukraine, building web and mobile products for clients worldwide. We build web and mobile products end to end: design, development, QA and project management in one team...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Nonfiction is a branding and graphic design firm helping big thinkers, changemakers, and tomorrow-focused organizations achieve their futures through brand strategy and visual identity systems...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Nextchain is a software development company with offices in South Korea, Vietnam, Canada and the USA. We design, build and operate custom web apps, iOS/Android apps, SaaS, CRM/admin systems and AI products, from discovery and architecture to launch and maintenance. You own the source code...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Yongin-si, South Korea
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Secuodsoft is a trusted IT services and consulting company delivering secure, scalable, and innovative digital solutions for businesses...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- IT Services
- Software Development
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- Location
- Bhubaneswar, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
For over 10 years, Nine Labs has been providing product strategy, consulting, and advisory services to some of the world's biggest brands and fastest...
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- Creative Services
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Services
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Jadi is a strategic brand agency built for science-forward consumer brands health, wellness, beauty, nutrition, and technology. We translate product truth, ingredient science, and real innovation into stories that build belief and systems that scale it.Strategy. Story. Systems. Scale...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Content Marketing
- Video Production
- Advertising
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- Location
- Laguna Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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Frequently Asked Questions About Website Design Companies
What services do web design agencies offer?
Web design agencies provide a range of services to plan, create, and improve business websites. Their core services include:Â
- Custom website design tailored to your brand and goalsÂ
- Responsive web design to ensure the site works on desktop, tablet, and mobileÂ
- UI/UX design to make the site easy to useÂ
- Website development to turn designs into functional websitesÂ
- Landing page design for campaigns and conversionsÂ
- Website redesign to improve outdated or underperforming sitesÂ
Beyond these core services, many web design companies also support digital marketing, including search engine optimization, content marketing, and email marketing to help improve visibility in search engines and attract potential customers. Â
Some also offer brand identity, graphic design, and ongoing web design services like maintenance, updates, and performance improvements to strengthen your online presence over time.Â
How much do website design companies charge for their services?
Professional web design services typically cost $5,000 to $60,000+. Basic business websites may range from $5,000 to $15,000, custom websites from $15,000 to $30,000, and complex or e-commerce projects from $30,000 to $60,000+. Costs depend on scope, customization, features, and development needs.
How long does it take to build a website?
A typical website design company timeline ranges from a few days to several months, depending on scope, content readiness, and required web development.Â
- Simple brochure website (1 to 5 pages): 1 to 2 weeks Â
- Small business website (5 to 15 pages, blog, forms): 4 to 8 weeks Â
- eCommerce website (standard features, 10 to 100 products): 8 to 16 weeks Â
- Large-scale custom website (bespoke features, integrations): 4 to 6+ monthsÂ
- Custom web application: 6 to 12+ months Â
Most delays come from two things: missing content (copy, images, product data) and an unclear scope that expands during the web design project. Â
If content is ready and approvals are fast, timelines compress. If content is late and feedback is slow, timelines stretch.Â
What are the hidden costs of web design?
Hidden web design costs usually show up in two phases: before launch and after launch.Â
Pre-launch hidden costsÂ
- Stock photos, fonts, and premium plugins (one-time fees plus renewals)Â
- Scope creep and extra revisions beyond what the contract includesÂ
- Content creation (copywriting, product descriptions, graphics)Â
- Content migration from an old site (formatting, redirects, image cleanup)Â
- Integrations (CRM, booking, payments, analytics) that require extra setup and testingÂ
Post-launch hidden costsÂ
- Web hosting and domain renewal (often increases as traffic grows)Â
- SSL certificate upgrades for ecommerce or higher trust requirementsÂ
- Website maintenance and security (updates, backups, monitoring, fixes)Â
- Email hosting (Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 per user)Â
These costs appear because a website build quote often covers only the core design and development. Anything tied to licensing, content production, ongoing ownership, or changes outside the original scope gets billed separately unless the statement of work includes it.Â
What is the difference between web design and web development?
Web design defines the visual interface and user experience of a website, while web development implements that design through code and technical functionality.Â
| Aspect | Web design | Web development |
| Core responsibility | Defines the design, layout, and user experience | Builds and maintains the website through code |
| Primary objective | Ensure the site is clear, engaging, and aligned with brand identity | Ensure the site works correctly, loads fast, and supports required features |
| Deliverables | Wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual systems | Front-end interfaces, back-end systems, and integrations |
| Key disciplines | UX design, UI design, responsive web design | Front-end, back-end, and full-stack web development |
| Business impact | Influences perception, usability, and user engagement | Enables functionality, performance, and scalability |
Web design's main focus:Â
- Structure and site designÂ
- Visual hierarchy and interface clarityÂ
- User experience and UX designÂ
- Mobile and responsive designÂ
- Conversion-focused landing page designÂ
Web development's main focus:Â
- Coding and website developmentÂ
- Front-end implementation (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)Â
- Back-end systems and databasesÂ
- Integrations, security, and performanceÂ
- CMS setup and custom functionalityÂ
What are the best web design companies in 2026?
What should I ask before hiring a web design company?
Ask about relevant experience, project scope, timelines, revision limits, ownership of design files, mobile optimization, and post-launch support. Also clarify who will work on the project and how progress will be communicated.


















































