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Branding And Strategy Made With Unconditional Love
We are a creative studio focused on branding and visual identity, crafting communication strategies that inspire and connect emotionally in distinctive and meaningful ways...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Seville, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Create Electricity.
Electric collective was born by creators at the forefront of the media revolution. We create for the BOLD. Our team and resources have successfully created 1,000s of pieces of content, that have driven millions in sales. Send us any project and well electrify it...
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- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Creative Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Santa Monica, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Get ready to transform your Digital Marketing
Very Vivid will help to transform your Digital Marketing, allowing you more time to regain control of your business. Helping to grow your business through dynamic design, development and digital marketing. To be seen, you've to be vivid, Very Vivid...
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- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Blackburn, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Pretoria, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
Coolgrey
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.We Maximize Your Organization Reputation And Engagement
We're a branding agency that prides itself on service and inter-personal long term relationships with our clients for a cohesive ongoing design service across print/digital and physical applications...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Cork, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Creating to Inspire.
Blue Ridge Design and Marketing is a comprehensive creative agency dedicated to assisting businesses of all scales in discovering their distinctive brand identity and establishing meaningful connections with their intended demographic. Our team comprises enthusiastic visionaries and adept creative experts...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Lenoir, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a small team of professional designers, who create outstanding visual content.
Small family-owned design & creative agency...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Vilnius, Lithuania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Practical Solutions for Small Businesses
Founded in 2017 by Abby Lehman Buzon, The Helpful Marketer offers web design and marketing strategy with refreshing honesty. Specializing in WordPress websites, custom web design, and SEO, with personalized services aimed to improve online visibility, internal efficiency, UX, and customer retention...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Lodi, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Own Your Local Market
We help your business shine where it matters most: right in your community, attracting customers who are ready to act. We empower U.S.-based small businesses to dominate their local markets through expert marketing solutions that enhance visibility and drive results...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SGW Design helps companies all over the globe strategize and implement their creative visions.
We love content and design, but thrive on helping companies succeed in a digital world. Every company brand we deal with has a story to tell. Stories that will not only engage, inform, surprise, delight, and impact their audience, but that will also deliver on measurable business goals. SGW Design is the...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Niceville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Elevate Your Business Online
We are a website design agency based in Atlanta, GA helping local businesses launch fast, high-converting websites on WordPress, Shopify, Wix, and Squarespace. From strategy and design to development and care plans, we build digital experiences that look stunning, load fast, and bring in qualified leads...
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- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Design Services
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Sandy Springs, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Idea-driven design for purpose-driven organizations.
Q&A, a comprehensive design studio established in 2015 by Helen Eady, operates across various platforms to provide innovative, strategic design grounded in collaboration and a spirit of inquiry...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
With unique and eye-catching designs for your business!
Olympia Sassalou is a graphic designer who specializes in logo and brand design. She started her career in 2020, creating stationery and advertising materials for local clients in Athens...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We help businesses grow better.
Tocographic is a Canadian creative agency specializing in innovative design. We focus on blending creative design with marketing strategies and modern technology to enhance our clients digital presence, boost customer engagement, and drive growth in sales and business development...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Designing Tomorrow's Brands, Today.
Committed to converting ideas into captivating and functional designs that leave a lasting impression...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- La Mirada, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Grow Your Business In Edinburgh
KV Restaurant Marketing is a results-driven SEO agency Edinburgh focused on helping restaurants grow their online presence and get more bookings. As a dedicated restaurant marketing agency Edinburgh, it offers tailored strategies including local SEO, social media marketing, and high-converting website...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Ricky Stevens
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Creative Director | Design Leader | Brand Identity & Digital Design Expert | Creating Visual Worlds
Ricky Stevens is a Creative Director and designer who creates bold, purposeful brand and digital experiences. He values ideas that are clear, craft that serves a purpose, and design that genuinely engages people rather than merely embellishing...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Double your revenue with marketing
Our online marketing agency specializes in creating well-performing Google/Facebook ads and providing comprehensive web development services to maximize online presence and audience engagement. Double your revenue with marketing with us...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Advertising
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Where Every Pixel Tells a Story.
Welcome to JOKI CREATIVE! My name is Jenna Joki, I'm a Graphic Designer & Owner of the agency. Based in East Helena, Montan...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- East Helena, Montana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
The Last Digital Agency You'll Need
At Limely, we go beyond aesthetics to create digital experiences that deliver real results. Specializing in web design, eCommerce, and digital marketing, we combine creative design with strategic thinking to build websites that engage users and drive conversions...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Chester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Step by step for a Wowstep
We are partners in your success, providing customized marketing strategies that turn challeges into growth...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Cliffside Park, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Specialising in Creating Brands That Tell Your Story With Impactful Results.
Mark Hutton introduces himself as the owner of Hutton Creative, specializing in branding, packaging design, and website design...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Design
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Kilmacolm, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
You Give Us Your Idea, Well Tell an Amazing Story With It
This is EME is a creative studio specializing in graphic design, strategic communications, interior design, and audiovisual production. We draw from an endless reservoir of creativity, where centuries of history, forms, and flavors blend togetherready for us to take a deep breath and dive in...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- El Paso, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Take your business to the next level!
ER5 Création Graphique is just me, Émilie Roy, working with a team of specialists as needed. I provide a comprehensive service, handling your projects from beginning to end...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Reputations. By Design.
Ashgrove is a full-service advertising and PR agency that collaborates with both consumer-focused companies and the B2B sector...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Ballasalla, Isle of Man
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Sit in Style, Relax in Comfort.
Luckychair is a boutique design studio offering expert services in logo creation, corporate identity, graphic design, social media, editorial design, and WordPress development. They collaborate with small businesses, start-ups, non-profits, and entrepreneurs nationwide to craft impactful and memorable...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Digital technology at the service of your success.
Graphitek, your freelance graphic designer and webmaster. I leverage my graphic design and web design skills to make your project a success.My skills: Graphic Design, Web Design, SEO, Motion Design, and Social Networks...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Perpignan, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Transformative Brands
Led by Rodrigo Deligi and Samuel Oliveira, we are a design studio that has used design as a catalyst for meaningful impact and transformation since 2008. The name Megalo, meaning big, reflects our commitment to creating purpose-driven projects of scale and significance...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Design That Connects
Lund Design Co. is an independent studio specializing in brand identities, interactive design systems, and custom typefaces...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Igniting Brands In A Big Way
Through in-depth collaboration and exploration, we turn those insights into impactful, actionable designs that drive tangible results. Whether youre looking to launch a new product, refresh your brand, or create an innovative user experience, were here to guide you toward success in a dynamic marketplace...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Dover, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Your Brands Future? Impossible to ignore!
Were an award-winning creative agency pushing businesses forward with bold branding, Shopify excellence and strategic design...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Stockport, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Content and Videos for Entrepreneurs 50 plus.
Good design is like a language, that everyone understands...
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- Video Production
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Advertising
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Munich, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Innovative Design, Timeless Creativity.
We achieve our results through a multidisciplinary approach. Branding, corporate identity, packaging, product labelling, interior design, web design and product photography are some of the things we do best...
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- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Design Services
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- Location
- Zamora, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We Create Clever Designs That Work.
Welcome to Second Language Design Consultants. We are a creative agency based on strategy. Our focus is on enhancing your business's profile and profitability, rather than collecting awards...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Crafting Visual Narratives with Precision and Passion.
Lindsay Nicole Wong is a Los Angeles based graphic designer and art director currently at Red Bull Records, where she creates design assets for global artist campaigns. A font enthusiast with strong creative strategy roots, she brings a blend of agency and in-house experience to brand, campaign, and album...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Advertising
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Solve Visual Problems
Nathan Kim is a forward-thinking brand designer recognized for his meticulous attention to detail and commitment to exceptional quality. He goes beyond creating beautiful visuals, he builds strategic, story-driven brand experiences...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Out With The Old, In With The New Thinking
We're redefining the traditional model. We've taken the strongest parts of a classic agency and transformed them into a modern, streamlined approach. Our virtual structure reduces costs and accelerates delivery, allowing us to assemble the perfect team at the perfect time, giving you the results and impact...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Design That Tells Your Story
Natalie Legg has over 15 years of experience working with a wide range of clients, from small businesses to large corporations, across diverse industries including both the corporate sector and local charitable organizations...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our Expertise Is Your Growth.
Dynamite Digital Agency stands as the definitive solution for all your digital requirements. Our comprehensive array of services encompasses web design, development, app development, digital marketing, and SEO/PEC, equipping businesses with the tools they need to excel and flourish in the online sphere...
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- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Chadwell, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Energetics is the future of business.
Designed to be Human is a branding studio blending energetics and strategy to help health, wellness and creative entrepreneurs build brands and businesses that feel aligned, authentic, and on purpose...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Bend, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Design, SEO, and strategy that actually works.
Pure Junk Media is a full-service digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, web design, social media management, branding, and online advertising. With more than 25 years of experience, we help businesses improve visibility, attract leads, and achieve measurable growth. Our services include SEO audits...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Watertown, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Where Sharp Design Meets Serious Web Engineering
SHOV is a design and development studio creating high-performance websites, digital products and branded web experiences. We combine UX/UI, creative direction and full-stack engineering to launch promo sites, corporate platforms, e-commerce projects and custom web systems that look sharp, work fast and solve...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Moscow, Russia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Artist + Branding = Company Success
Hello! My name is Rachael H. Baumgartner, I'm a branding specialist based in Indianapolis, USA...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Communicators obsessed with design and UX.
HAWK is a design studio that focuses on branding, creative services, website design, and digital marketing...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Unite Your Vision, Elevate Your Brand.
Hey there! My name is Jake Jauhari, I'm a creative graphic designer skilled in taking projects from concept to completion...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Trentham East, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Graficheria is made in words, shapes and future.
We live in a world where the digital and physical realms merge into one, and our goal is to leave a lasting impact by exploring new possibilities and horizons. For us, research and precision are essential, as is the ability to evolve and adapt...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Interpret Desires And Create Solutions Through Design
We are an independent, multidisciplinary graphic design and creative direction studio specializing in sharing stories and experiences...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Branding and Identity design for Female owned lifestyle businesses
Jay Design Studio is a Boutique Branding studio on a mission to create impactful and meaningful Brand Identities for passionate businesses worldwide. If you are a Fempreneur, Foodie or a Fashion business owner...We just might be the right fit for each other!...
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- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Were a branding, design and digital agency based in Bangkok thats been operating since 2007
Asia Media Studio is a leading Branding and Graphic Design Agency conveniently located in downtown Bangkok. We have been successfully operating for over 10 years and have built up an impressive portfolio of clients, both small and large, Thai and International. We are disciplined and highly professional in...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Bangkok, Thailand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Micro Agency Working with Global Brands
Rather Design partners with brands who seek good looking, hardworking creative solutions. Mass market packaging, top end branding and web by the senior duo who have worked in-house at major brands and now service clients who start-up, emerging and established brand themselves...
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- Package Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Print Design
- Branding
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- Location
- North Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/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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