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We are adept at crafting brand identities, fearlessly fostering creativity, and mastering the art of marketing. Over a span of 26 years, we have been instrumental in facilitating the growth of both national and international enterprises through the generation of innovative concepts and the execution of...
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- Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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- 2 Projects Listed
My name is Klaudia Grochowska-Pawłowicz. On the Internet you will meet me under the pseudonym Euflonica...
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- Poznan, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
Aesthetic Branding Concepts is a Berlin-based brand and marketing consultancy founded by Nadine Scheel, specializing in premium, aesthetics-driven brands across beauty, fashion, luxury retail, medical aesthetics, and founder-led businesses. With over 25 years of experience spanning luxury retail, global...
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- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Full-service digital marketing and web development agency. Brand strategy, SEO, web dev, AI workflows, content, paid media, and analytics senior-level execution on every project...
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- Eugene, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Nascent Design is a progressive and innovative creative agency, constantly evolving in sync with the rapidly advancing landscape of technology...
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- Milan, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
True SEO Consultants Ltd, often known as 'True SEO', is a Cardiff-based semantic SEO consultancy, founded and led by Mohammad A Mahmud & Julie Williams...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Cardiff, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are an independent, multidisciplinary graphic design and creative direction studio specializing in sharing stories and experiences...
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- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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- 1 Project Listed
Studio CREART crafts custom brand identities, packaging, visual content, and smooth, modern web experiences tailored for today's entrepreneurs.Enhance your brand with Studio CREART and shine through with creative, forward-thinking solutions...
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- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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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- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Hi there! My name is Julian Fella, I'm a webflow expert, web designer, a-player & pasta addict.What makes me special? My experiece in E-commerce, CMS, Webflow, Efficiency, Experience...
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- Munich, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MAKE Digital Inc is a multidisciplinary creative agency comprised of thinkers and makers collaborating nationwide to actualize your vision. Whether you envision elevating your brand, enhancing your business, or transforming your surroundings, we're here to attentively listen and collaborate with you...
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- Barrie, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We offer specialized solutions in digital marketing, back-office support, and talent acquisition. AGO M.I.D.A.S. enhances brand visibility through innovative advertising. AGO B.O.S.S. streamlines operations with expert support. AGO T.A.L.E.N.T. connects businesses with top professionals. Our expertise helps...
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- Graphic Design
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- Ontario, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
JAMstack Vietnam is a leading digital solutions provider specializing in high-end website design, enterprise software development, and AI-driven business applications. Based in Ho Chi Minh City, we serve large corporations and premium clients who demand performance, security, and brand-defining digital...
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- eCommerce Development
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- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
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- Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are Eccolo Marketing, the web agency in Rome that transforms communication into real growth.We give voice to your brand with marketing strategies, effective websites, engaging social media, and campaigns that bring in customers, not just visibility...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
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- Ciampino, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
YK Art Design is an advertising, marketing and communications agency in Ibiza with a global reach that sells digital art and offers graphic design, web design, photography and online marketing services (social media, web positioning, Google Analytics, SEO, SEM, email marketing and e-commerce)...
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- Ibiza, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
Visionary Studio creates visual experiences that blend aesthetics and functionality. From brand identity to web design, every project is crafted to communicate with clarity and elegance. With a minimalist approach, we turn ideas into distinctive and intuitive visual solutions...
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- Package Design
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- Milan, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
With our experience and expertise, we will work closely with you to create tailor-made solutions that meet your specific needs and exceed your expectations...
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- Como, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Jon, the founder of Inkset, a Portsmouth-based digital agency dedicated to helping businesses build standout brands and impactful web experiences...
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- Portsmouth, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We believe every brand has its own story, voice, and vision. Our focus is on highlighting what makes your brand unique, helping you craft an identity that connects, resonates, and stands out in your industry...
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- Print Design
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- Yaoundé, Cameroon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Best digital marketing company in bangalore, India. Brandstory is the leading digital marketing agency in bangalore. Hire Brandstory digital marketing agencies in bangalore to get digital leads for your business. Best digital marketing services providers in bangaloreBrandstory is one of the top and best...
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- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
With 15+ years of expertise, Planet Green Solutions is a premier digital agency specializing in stunning web design & mobile app development. Having delivered 800+ projects, 400+ clients, we provide smart, scalable, AI-enhanced and professional tech solutions for enterprises and individuals globally...
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- WordPress Website Design
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- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
With our completely risk-free design, you may have a website that not only exemplifies your brand but also far beyond customers' expectations and produces successful commercial outcomes. Working with us will provide you with an unparalleled online experience that is backed by a satisfaction guarantee...
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- Cheltenham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Wiqqs Agency possess expertise in developing mobile applications and websites while also implementing effective SEO strategies. Our focus is on delivering visually captivating solutions that not only enhance your online presence but also have the potential to generate revenue for your business...
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- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Dezinebox: Your strategic ally for branding, web design, graphics, and more. Our commitment is to turn your vision into reality through exceptional design solutions...
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- Loughborough, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
From creating and optimizing your website to stepping in as your Marketing partner, Fellswood Creative helps you grow your business and achieve your goals...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Melrose, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
DomainFX is a leading web development and SEO agency, delivering cutting-edge digital solutions that help businesses grow online. Specialising in high-performance websites, we craft custom strategies that boost visibility, engagement, and conversions. With expertise in WordPress, WooCommerce, and a range of...
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- Ormeau, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
PICTAU is a digital agency that specializes in UI/UX, web design, and web development services. They are skilled in all the latest front-end technologies and tools, including Rive, Three.js, WebGL, WordPress, and more...
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- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Based in the heart of Caen, Normandy, our web agency has been supporting businesses, brands, and institutions since 2007 in creating custom websites that combine design and performance...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
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- Caen, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Binōme, we help brands, entrepreneurs, and companies stand out digitally with a personal, creative, and strategic approach. We create websites in Webflow and WordPress, branding, UX/UI design, and motion design. We have over 13 years of design experience and five years of working on international...
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- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Clicksmith, we craft sharp, strategic websites and marketing systems that actually move the needle. As a boutique digital agency, we solve real business problems with custom-built solutions not just pretty websites (though yeah, we make those too)...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- AI Development
- Managed Services
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- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Welcome Lane is a full-service creative agency and content studio based in St. Pete, FL. We specialize in high-end design, strategic marketing, custom web development, and branded photo/video production all under one roof...
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- Digital Marketing
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- Branding
- AI Development
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- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
PicklesBucket is a London-based boutique branding agency working with founders and mission-driven organisations worldwide to turn ideas into credible, compelling brands. From concept to launch, we combine strategy, design, and storytelling to build identities that feel real, confident, and ready for...
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- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
Nomans Land Creative aligns business goals with behavioral and strategic design to solve real user problems through a collaborative, hands-on approach. The agency delivers data-driven design solutions ranging from conversion funnels and AI platforms to dashboards, apps, and websites that balance user needs...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- CRO
- WordPress Website Design
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- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Digia is a digital agency that helps businesses strengthen their online presence through web development, digital marketing, branding, and technology-driven solutions. The agency focuses on creating effective digital experiences that enhance visibility, engagement, and business growth...
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- Digital Services
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- Location
- Nabeul, Tunisia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We hate marketing more than you do. We've seen agencies take advantage of clients, ad platforms waste small-business budgets, and good people get overwhelmed by the complexity of marketing. That's why were here. We help local businesses get higher-performing SEO, web design, branding, and more...
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- Digital Marketing
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- Auburn Hills, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Ukuthula Sales Solutions helps businesses grow through smart systems, qualified leads, and structured marketing. We help rescue struggling businesses by identifying growth blockers and rebuilding momentum. We also help established businesses expand their horizons with proven strategies, automation, and...
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- Web Development
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- Pretoria, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
TIPO is a branding and web design agency based in Seville, Spain, with over 18 years of experience building distinctive brands for national and international clients...
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- WordPress Website Design
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- Seville, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
Tasarloji helps businesses grow through custom software, high-performance websites, SEO, and data-driven digital marketing. We combine technology and strategy to create scalable digital solutions that generate measurable business results...
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- Yalova, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
High Tide Marketing is a full service digital agency built for businesses that want measurable growth, not vanity metrics. We combine strategy, creative, and data to drive real results across web design, SEO, paid advertising, social media, lead generation, and video marketing. Whether you're launching...
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- Pooler, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
PageFreak is a web design studio specializing in custom one-page websites that help businesses launch fast and convert more visitors. With a streamlined, async process, transparent pricing, and managed hosting, websites are custom-built and ready in just one day...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
A brand and product design studio for travel, hospitality and lifestyle. We build the identities, websites and products that make experience brands the one people remember, from the first conversation through to the thing being live and used...
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- Branding
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- Web Development
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- Warwick, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Logiks is a Paris technology consultancy uniting web, AI, data, cybersecurity, SEO and UX in one accountable team. Clients get a dedicated project-tracking platform for full delivery visibility, plus the Logiks Toolbox with nearly 400 exclusive discounts on software and business services: more control, lower...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
mindmelt is a Frankfurt-based advertising and digital agency combining brand strategy, design, web development, SEO/GEO, content, digital campaigns and AI. Since 2002, we have helped mid-sized companies and B2B brands sharpen their positioning, improve digital visibility and turn complex offers into clear...
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- Digital Strategy
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- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Frankfurt, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
WORMFX.AI turns 25 years of cinema-grade VFX craft into growth for mid-sized businesses. Based in Hamburg since 2008 and led by founder Julius Worm, the studio blends high-end post-production expertise with AI-driven workflows to create brand films, product videos and custom websites in a fraction of the...
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- Video Production
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Hamburg, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Atomic Funnels builds complete sales funnels for coaches, course creators and high-ticket service businesses, done for you. We sharpen the offer, write the sales copy and your webinar or VSL script, then build four customer journeys in ClickFunnels, GoHighLevel or WordPress that run head to head, so real...
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- CRO
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hey there! My name is Francisco Leal Coelho, I'm a Full Stack Designer dedicated to creating exceptional digital interactions for the modern world...
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- Branding
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- Web Design
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- Lisbon, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Im Taryn Langlois, the founder and creative mind behind TL Design Co. Located in Perth, I work as a freelance graphic designer, art director, and UI/UX designer, focusing on creating innovative and impactful visual communication...
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- Package Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
CM3/Designs is the personal portfolio of Chip McGoldrick, a seasoned creative professional with over 20 years of experience in design, branding, marketing, magazine publishing, advertising, and web design...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Miami Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Heraphy is a real estate branding and rendering studio that collaborates with property developers and brokers to create compelling visual identities and experiences. With over a decade of expertise, Heraphy has influenced over $7.3 billion in real estate sales through strategic branding, architectural...
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- Print Design
- Branding
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- Video Production
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- Location
- Annapolis, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ILG Social was established with a clear mission: to assist independent business owners in realizing their growth potential through the impactful avenue of social media marketing. Recognizing the challenges confronted by small and medium-sized enterprises, we identified social media as a means to level the...
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- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
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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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