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Music ×
Creative. Committed. Conscientious.
The power of music has never been more influential! The B Company offers decades of experience in guiding brands and artists in harnessing the ever-changing music marketing tools available to reach coveted target audiences, and to build passionate followings for artists and record labels...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Advertising
- Design Services
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Burbank, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Your Brand Deserves A Digital Presence
Oslo Studio is a Brazil-based content and branding studio specializing in strategic content creation, social media management, branding, video production, and AI-powered marketing solutions. Headquartered in São Paulo, the studio helps brands strengthen their digital presence through customized creative...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Design Services
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- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $29/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Creative Strategy That Delivers Results
Hub Graphics is a boutique design agency based in Horsham, West Sussex, delivering branding, print, signage, and bespoke website design for businesses and organizations...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Horsham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
From Start-Up to Stardom. All in One Place.
Cash Digital Media is an Indian Digital Marketing Agency which provide A to Z Services in your Budget. Contact...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Internet with soul.
At FunkPd, we pride ourselves on creating websites that are both functional and visually stunning. We understand that your website is often the first impression your customers have of your business, which is why we take the time to understand your brand and your target audience. From there, we use our design...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Winnipeg, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The Creative Startup.
We are Lab36 a creative studio based in Fulda, specializing in design and communication. We build brands, craft strategic communication concepts, and drive visibility through powerful visuals, clear messaging, and a deep understanding of target audiences...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Fulda, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Christopher Klaich
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Nay, an Excellent One!
As a business owner, Christopher Klaich understands the importance of making a strong first impression and presenting himself in the best possible light from the start...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Your Success Is Our Mission.
DTEAM LLC are experts in digital solutions, specializing in building efficient websites, apps, and AI-powered business systems. We deliver innovative technology tailored to enhance your business operations and drive growth. Partner with us for cutting-edge digital development and AI integration...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Location
- Miami Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We create unique brand voices in a digital world.
Galax is a compact yet dynamic digital agency, deeply committed to both our clients and delivering meaningful value. Founded by David and Daniel, who both developed a passion for web development and assisting others in achieving the same goal of creating value...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Rawcut
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Think. Design. Inspire.
Rawcut is a creative studio working across Graphic and Digital Design, Software Development, and Photography/Video Production...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Creating Unique Digital Solutions
Estudi Zeta is a Barcelona-based studio specializing in custom web design and development, created to deliver tailored digital solutions for every client...
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- Print Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Rnine Creative we believe in creating partnerships - crafting strong brands and offering sound support to our clients. Our award winning has been recognised both within the UK and internationally...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Wigston, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Creative digital agency where the next generation success stories are created.
We have sourced the best talent in Europe to build and deliver top-notch mobile and web apps. Not only can we develop your dream project, our in-house designers will draw up amazing UI designs for you and help shape your brand identity right from the start...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Budapest, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
For Brands With A Higher Purpose
Our boutique agency blends passion with purpose, partnering with businesses, charities, organizations, and artisans committed to creating a better world. With expertise in branding, web design, graphic design, project management, and consulting, we provide a full range of services tailored to help you achieve...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Lismore, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Your ideas. Our code.
Hey all. My name is Julio Pineda. I'm from Hesperia, California. I have been a Graphic and Web Designer for about 12 years now. I love what I do!...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- Hesperia, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Design adds value faster than it adds costs.
Hey there! My name is Kosala Liyanage, I'm a creative and visual person for strive for simplicity and minimalism. While working as a product manager for a company producing mobile apps, I was frustrated with the quality of the UI/UX work available...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Piliyandala, Sri Lanka
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Let's transform your brand's story into a vibrant reality.
At Rachel Dina Studio, we thrive on empowering brands to share their unique stories. By blending creativity, strategy, and daring ideas, we craft innovative solutions that resonate with your audience and turn your vision into reality...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Ancient ways for the modern day.
Prism + Fleur is an independent design and creative studio, specialising in ethereal art designed to evoke euphoria and transport the viewer to other realms...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Helping your business communicate its message more effectively through your branding.
A clear and distinctive brand has the ability to draw in your ideal audience, build loyalty, and drive meaningful business growth.When your brand communicates with clarity, impact, and consistency, marketing becomes more effective, decisions come with greater confidence, and opportunities begin to find...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Derby, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Designing Clarity From Complexity
Yuanyuan Su is a Design Director with a decade of experience crafting brand identities, visual systems, and multi-channel campaigns. Her work is driven by clarity, strategic narrative, and purposeful collaboration...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Designs that work as hard as you do.
A strong brand is more than a great-looking logo; it creates alignment, consistency, and confidence. Through a thoughtful, strategic process, you get a brand that feels authentic, attracts the right audience, and makes marketing feel simpler and more focused...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Lincolnshire, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Wordpress Websites for Local Businesses
We provide custom web design, SEO, copywriting, social media and marketing for local and online businesses...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Frederick, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Global Advertising, Marketing, and Design
Carson+Doyle is a global, independent collective of creators proudly part of Generation Z. We guide our clients through the evolving Gen Z landscape by combining bold creativity with unrivalled insights into the next generation of consumers. | carsondoyle.com...
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- Advertising
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Creating Opportunities Through Bold Ideas
Chance is an independent creative agency specializing in brand strategy, creative campaigns, design, digital experiences, and cultural storytelling. The agency partners with ambitious brands to create meaningful work that connects with audiences and drives business growth...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Córdoba, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Crafting Digital Solutions for a Connected World.
Pluriweb is your reliable partner in managing online reputation. In an era where digital information has become a widespread commodity and the web is a primary platform for expression and media coverage, keeping track of your online reputation is no longer a luxury but a crucial need...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- SEO
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Crafting Stories, Designing Futures.
Nora Mohr is an independent designer based in Barcelona. Originally from Frankfurt, she has over 15 years of experience working independently and alongside agencies on various design projects, bringing a wealth of expertise to her work...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
listen create accompany
As a graphic designer, webdesigner and musician, I'm totally committed to each project.Listen - create - support: three words that describe my philosophy since 2005, the year pixandnet was founded...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Lausanne, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Thoughtful Content Makes Our Hearts Beat Faster
We are a collective of creatives passionate about imagery and storytelling. Designers, illustrators, animators, filmmakers, and photographers are driven by a shared obsession for crafting beautiful, meaningful work...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Enterprise-level design & branding agency.
StudioYears is a London-based design agency partnering with ambitious brands to create meaningful brand experiences. We combine strategic thinking with creative excellence to deliver design that drives real business impact...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Your Trusted Internet Marketing Partner
PureLynx help businesses effectively use their website to build and grow their business...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- San Mateo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
A company specializing in design and development
King Tide is a design and development firm based in Los Angeles, CA. Our team is focused on delivering innovative solutions for brands and consumers. We have a passion for branding, design, technology, and impacting customer experiences through real-world brand and product development...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- West Hollywood, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Own Brand, Done Right
We are ADD TO CART COMMERCE, a branding & design agency based in Toronto. We specializing in brand identity, web design and e-commerce solutions for brands and businesses big and small...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Bold design for brands who dare.
Bold agency for brands who dare. We take what makes you great and different and turn it into your biggest advantage. We are not afraid to break the rules...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Marketing Distilled
Clear Copper is a Perth-based marketing agency providing clear, effective, and affordable marketing solutions for small businesses and non-profits in Western Australia...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Agencia Creativa 360°
Remantico is a multidisciplinary creative agency based in Chihuahua, Mexico, with over 16 years of experience. We specialize in transforming brands by fusing high-level graphic design with emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and Augmented Reality...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
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- Location
- Chihuahua, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Superior Web Applications Fully Managed. Zero Stress
We build custom digital assets that work as hard as you do. By rejecting the "Framework Tax," we eliminate the 80% of unnecessary code that slows down your business and invites security exploits. Every Forge interface we build is optimized for speed, security, and technical SEO hygiene from day one...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Managed Services
- AI Development
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We create yummy brands
Creative, lucid, and pragmatic marketing and communications agency. We create « mouth-watering » strategies, solutions and real business value for our clients...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Caderousse, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Designs That Inspire.
Welcome to Ken Yim Design. My name is Ken Yim, I am a dedicated and driven graphic and digital design professional, always creating and seeking new opportunities for growth...
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- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Covina, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Crafting Your Vision, Elevating Your Brand.
Martin Hyde is a seasoned Graphic Designer, Illustrator, and Artist with a creative career spanning since 2004...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Ashbourne, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Visual Narratives, Boldly Told.
Tero Ahonen is a creative director and art director based in Helsinki, Finland, specializing in photography, graphic design, branding, visual identity, logo design, websites, and cinematography...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Helsinki, Finland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Designs with heart. Strategy with soul.
Hey! Its Lola is a boutique Wix design studio crafting elevated branding and websites for heart-led therapists, coaches, and creatives. With a refined eye and strategic touch, Hey! It's Lola blends beauty, clarity, and conversion helping modern service providers show up with confidence and connect with their...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Skip The Snooze, Bring The 'Ooohs'
I'm Charlotte, a UK-based designer from Norway, helping small businesses glow up their visuals so they can show up confidently. From logos and websites to packaging and social media, I create brands that feel authentic, fun and personal. My approcach is collaborative and down-to-earth. Because creat design...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Portsmouth, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Drawin Shapes And Lines Of The World We Made
Simanson Design is a creative graphic design studio specializing in brand identity, logo design, and visual communication. With a focus on telling compelling brand stories through thoughtful design, the studio develops distinctive visual solutions that help businesses communicate clearly and memorably across...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Package Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Your True Business Partner
Crypto Gaming | Social App | eCommerce App | Marketplace | Health & Fitness | Travel | Fleet Management | Healthcare | SmartCity Platforms | Food Tech | Procurement | Parking Rental | App Development | Web Development | Software Development | PWA 10+ Years Experience...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Intelligent Product Design
Datashrine is a dynamic multi-disciplinary design studio dedicated to catapulting businesses into the extraordinary realm through intelligent product design and strategy. Specializing in Digital Product Design, UX, VR + AR, AI + Data, we seamlessly blend creativity with cutting-edge technology to deliver...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Digital Strategy
- Managed Services
- Digital Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Changing the world through design.
My name is Michel Carvalho, I'm a creative designer focusing on creation and management of corporate brand to deliver solutions with great value...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Empowering Businesses With Custom Web Solutions
Share Out is a cooperative web agency based in France, delivering tailored website creation, digital strategy, SEO, and maintenance for SMEs, associations, and entrepreneurs. We blend technical expertise with personalized support and high-quality service...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Bazas, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Cultivating Experiences To Essentials
Haus Haus is a branding and product design studio based in Los Angeles, Denver, and Vancouver. Our mission is to make great design accessible to businesses of all sizes...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
- Show more
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Let's see, study, plan.
Hey there! We are MOST, a design studio dedicated to exploring, developing, and crafting innovative approaches to visual communication...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Video Production
- Show more
- Location
- Milan, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The Digital Solution Tailored To You
Bartistic is a digital services agency with a team specialized in areas such as graphic design, audiovisual design, UX design, SEO positioning, and web design. We plan and research to achieve attractive and functional results...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Branding
- Show more
- Location
- Lomas de Zamora, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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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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