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Planit is an award-winning independent marketing and advertising agency specializing in creative solutions that elevate brand value and build strong customer relationships. Since 1995, they have been transforming brands with innovative strategies and measurable results...
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- Market Research
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- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Novaris provides advanced software solutions for businesses, industries, and government organizations integrating AI-driven innovation, expert engineering, and enterprise-level reliability. Advanced website, mobile app, and software development at 30% lower cost and 40% faster delivery!...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
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- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We craft brands you can't help but love. All cpg, all the time...
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- Branding
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- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
A creator marketing studio for brands going global. UniSong Creator Studio finds and vets the creators, negotiates the rates, produces the content, and grows the owned accounts on TikTok, YouTube and Instagram. City teams in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Los Angeles, Hangzhou, Sydney and Ho Chi Minh City mean local...
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- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Over the years we have build websites, portals and complex web applications on WordPress for many companies around the world and in the process we also made few friends and many lasting relationships...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Feels Like creates interfaces that do more and feel more, for some of the pickiest brands in the world. With a clientele including tech - and luxury fashion giants Google, The LVMH Group and Caroline Herrera, Feels Like sets out with a bold ambition within digital design and innovation...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Digital Services
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Airtight has established itself as a top-rated web design company, known for creating powerful websites that exceed our clients expectations...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Materializing the futureExperience design for engaging with the world in new and transformative waysPioneering physical + digital experiencesTellart is an international design consultancy with deep expertise in pushing technological boundaries to create unique and engaging experiences. We have studios...
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- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Product Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Providence, Rhode Island
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
By way of authenticity, intellect, and creativity, SIX is guided by context rooted in the human condition a recognition of symbiotic influences that shape our character, values, aspirations, and ultimately our choices. With an affinity for cultivating raised awareness, we unite to complement and shape how...
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- Branding
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $155/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
You can develop, validate, and build digital Lean initiatives with the assistance of Anais Digital to meet your business goals...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Brussels, Belgium
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We create brands.We create for brands.One team united across two studios, in the UK and Canada. Supporting courageous clients in pursuit of remarkable outcomes. A shared belief in the power of design to make a meaningful difference.Work with us.Believe in ® is a brand design agency delivering engaging...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Exeter, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Software Development Company. Key services are Alfresco development and consulting, Java EE, Javascript, Typescript, Angular, React, UI/UX Design. FlexSolution provides services by outsourcing or outstaffing...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kharkiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a software development company located in Central Europe. Our team consists of upscale JavaScript talents. Our main focus are FinTech startups and Blockchain projects...
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- Software Development
- IoT
- VR/AR
- IT Services
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- Location
- Minsk, Belarus
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $32/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Naveo Marketing is a Milwaukee-based full-service B2B marketing agency. Its team prioritizes understanding each client's unique business and market dynamics to deliver tailored solutions. Focusing on effective advertising, branding, and digital marketing strategies, Naveo Marketing helps businesses establish...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Magicbyte Solutions is one of the leading website designing and development company which also offers best digital marketing services with it's team of professionals...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Elk Grove, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
MojoMediaPros is a full-service digital agency. Our passion is helping entrepreneurs, early-stage startups, and corporate innovation teams to transform vision into tangible, consumable media that drives engagement and forms deeper customer relationships...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
CRANK Digital Marketing Authority is one of the top full-service digital marketing agencies in South Carolina. We specialize in custom websites that get results and offer internet marketing solutions that CRANK your rank and achieve your online goals. Our team is made up of some of the top marketing strategy...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Walterboro, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a highly technologically advanced company that enables the automation of business processes within various industries in a timely, innovative and reliable fashion. Our software and hardware solutions transform the world of cash and security into exceptional consumer experience. Trust Tekbees, we are...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Digital agency based in Paris, France. We support corporate and brand customers in their digital strategy, through the creation of websites with optimized user experience and the implementation of efficient web marketing strategies...
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- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Our team is here to help your company excel in marketing. We strive to take as much as we can off your plate, leaving you free to focus on your work, whether you're an owner working on the business or an employee working in the business...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Midlothian, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We're a digital experience agency for the inquisitive and bold. Founded in 2012, we've collaborated with incredibly diverse clients- from artists to filmmakers to social activists- powering more than 50 successful projects!...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Arnhem, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
3Headed Monster is an all-in-one advertising agency that's prepared for the future and the revolutionary brands that will define it. Yesterday's agency won't do for Tomorrow Brands™, they need something completely novel. Our system integrates the three core components of modern marketing - Storytelling...
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- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Inertia is the go-to partner for Senior Living Communities looking to generate innovative solutions and stay on top of digital trends. Our award-winning approach includes cutting-edge services like Google, Facebook, programmatic advertising, virtual tour production, Search Engine Optimization and custom...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Lake City, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Media Surgery is an Aberdeen-based, nano-design agency making waves with its effective website solutions. They think it takes more than "world-class" designers to create the perfect home page –– they believe in hard work and having a bit of fun! With years of experience under their belts, you can count on...
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- SEO
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Reklam5 is a digital marketing agency founded in 2008, keeping its showcase up to date with diverse global and domestic projects. We focus on providing brand consulting, digital transformation, and marketing technology services to our customers. Expertise, experience, and creativity are three values vital to...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Barrels Ahead, we are committed to growing direct-to-consumer sales for wineries, breweries, cideries, and craft distilleries. Our team provides tailored marketing solutions to help our clients succeed in the competitive beverage industry...
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- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
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- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We specialize in strategy-led brand building. Whether youre an established industry-leader or a an early stage startup with a vision, weve got your back. Well help you build a strong brand strategy, a unique visual identity, and share it with the world through compelling marketing material...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $650/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a small but dynamic company, and we help businesses fulfill their IT staffing and solutions requirements...
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- Software Development
- IoT
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
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- Beaverton, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
A team-propelled digital marketing agency with a tight-knit group of talented individuals who share a deep love for this field and a commitment to providing outstanding results for our partners...
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- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Reputation Management
- Social Media Marketing
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- Palo Alto, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Ester Digital has been actively engaged in executing intricate and innovative UI-UX design initiatives across diverse industry sectors for both German and international enterprises since 2015. Our agency serves its clientele by formulating effective UX strategies, crafting intuitive interfaces aligned with...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
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- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $28/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Forty Eight Point One is a strategic creative agency for ambitious scale-ups and household names ready to move from where they are to where they need to be...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Isol specializes in crafting dependable and agile innovative solutions to address the challenges your company encounters, ranging from mobile and integration to AI and business process automation. Whether your infrastructure is OnPremise, Cloud, or Hybrid, we tailor our solutions to meet your specific needs...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Software Testing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Wisdom Factory offers comprehensive services for the development of software, web, and mobile solutions. We analyze your requirements, propose tailored solutions, and seamlessly manage their implementation to ensure optimal results...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Bratislava, Slovakia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Not Studio is a London based creative agency, specialising in websites, e-commerce, branding, fashion film and creative content for the fashion and lifestyle industries...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Content Marketing
- eCommerce Development
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- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Revision6, a seasoned digital marketing agency, specializes in addressing the common marketing challenges in attracting customers and top talent. With a decade of experience, it crafts, optimizes, and promotes websites to enhance visibility and ensure sustained success. With a decade of industry experience...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
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- Munich, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We have a multidisciplinary team, providing integrated expertise with an in-house team of 25 highly experienced professionals. Fields of our expertise: Experience design, Content design, Code design...
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- Design Services
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Milan, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Farmhouse Branding is a boutique agency dedicated to crafting compelling brand narratives that drive engagement and conversion. Our expertise lies in creating distinctive stories that resonate with audiences and elevate brands...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Xponent21 is a premier digital marketing agency in Richmond, VA, focused on driving growth through tailored, results-oriented strategies. We specialize in brand strategy, SEO, SEM, video production, UX design, generative AI, and sustainability marketing. Our goal is to create impactful digital experiences...
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Richmond, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We're a results-driven digital agency committed to crafting innovative websites and digital assets that fuel your business growth and ensure long-lasting success. Our expert strategists, creatives, and technologists work closely with you to elevate your brand, maximize conversions, and drive revenue...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Deep is a London-based brand and digital design agency dedicated to reshaping ambitious brands through strategic creativity. Its award-winning team specializes in branding, websites, content, and print communications that resonate with global audiences. With a focus on delivering results-driven work, Deep...
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- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Advertising
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- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Wildish Agency is a specialized B2B web design and digital marketing agency that empowers industrial brands to attract and engage their ideal clients. Focused on the complexities of industrial marketing, the agency combines strategic insights and creative solutions to enhance client visibility and drive...
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- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Reno, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Double Geste is a Paris-based digital studio specializing in multimedia development for institutions, businesses, and associations. We craft ambitious digital experiences through meticulous design and personalized consulting, seamlessly integrating contemporary technologies to bring your ideas to life...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Creative Services
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- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Driving continuous improvement for blockchain and decentralized projects. We empower clients to focus on tech while we optimize their market success...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Web Development
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- Location
- Vilnius, Lithuania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Radioactive Devs provides innovative tech solutions, from software development to IT consultancy, tailored to drive growth...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We specialize in creating high-performance, dynamic, and visually striking websites tailored to our clients' unique needs. Our expertise spans website design, WordPress development, e-commerce solutions, SEO, and graphic design, ensuring a comprehensive approach to digital success.We build search...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Oxford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
HL Agency is a creative powerhouse specializing in building immersive brand experiences, delivering impactful campaigns that engage audiences and drive measurable results...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Oakland, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
The OneBillion! Agency isn't your typical agency. We're a marketing effectiveness shop helping brands grow through data-driven, customer-centric, and results-oriented marketing campaigns...
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- Creative Services
- Market Research
- Branding
- eCommerce
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a full stack marketing agency. We specialise in helping businesses establish their brands, navigate new markets, uncover product-market fit, and generate high-quality leads that convert into a thriving sales pipeline...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Web Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Brightter is a global AI-driven digital transformation company based in San Francisco. We have partnered with forward-thinking businesses for over a decade to create exceptional digital experiences. Our expertise spans AI transformation, brand strategy, website development, web applications, and search engine...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
PencerTech offers tailored technology solutions, including custom software, mobile app development, website design, and system integration, helping businesses grow and succeed in the digital world...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Al Aweer, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/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:
- Custom website design tailored to your brand and goals
- Responsive web design to ensure the site works on desktop, tablet, and mobile
- UI/UX design to make the site easy to use
- Website development to turn designs into functional websites
- Landing page design for campaigns and conversions
- Website redesign to improve outdated or underperforming sites
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.
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.
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.
- Simple brochure website (1 to 5 pages): 1 to 2 weeks
- Small business website (5 to 15 pages, blog, forms): 4 to 8 weeks
- eCommerce website (standard features, 10 to 100 products): 8 to 16 weeks
- Large-scale custom website (bespoke features, integrations): 4 to 6+ months
- Custom web application: 6 to 12+ months
Most delays come from two things: missing content (copy, images, product data) and an unclear scope that expands during the web design project.
If content is ready and approvals are fast, timelines compress. If content is late and feedback is slow, timelines stretch.
What are the hidden costs of web design?
Hidden web design costs usually show up in two phases: before launch and after launch.
Pre-launch hidden costs
- Stock photos, fonts, and premium plugins (one-time fees plus renewals)
- Scope creep and extra revisions beyond what the contract includes
- Content creation (copywriting, product descriptions, graphics)
- Content migration from an old site (formatting, redirects, image cleanup)
- Integrations (CRM, booking, payments, analytics) that require extra setup and testing
Post-launch hidden costs
- Web hosting and domain renewal (often increases as traffic grows)
- SSL certificate upgrades for ecommerce or higher trust requirements
- Website maintenance and security (updates, backups, monitoring, fixes)
- Email hosting (Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 per user)
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.
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.
| 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:
- Structure and site design
- Visual hierarchy and interface clarity
- User experience and UX design
- Mobile and responsive design
- Conversion-focused landing page design
Web development's main focus:
- Coding and website development
- Front-end implementation (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- Back-end systems and databases
- Integrations, security, and performance
- CMS setup and custom functionality
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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.
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