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Few Hands is a boutique web engineering studio founded in 2008. We migrate websites from WordPress, Tilda, Webflow and 1C-Bitrix to fast, secure Next.js without losing search rankings, build custom web applications, and provide monthly retainer support with a defined response time. We also produce AI video...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Managed Services
- AI Development
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- Podgorica, Montenegro
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
It is believed that a design is a visual communication that focuses on maximizing usability and the user experience. Technaureus gives birth to unique design and it usually happens at its best when our designers humanize technology...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- ERP Consulting
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- Location
- Kozhikode, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
We've helped 150+ businesses across India, Ireland, the USA, UK, UAE, Australia and Singapore turn ambitious ideas into software that ships. Datasoft is a Delhi NCR-based custom software development company building SaaS products, AI solutions, and web and mobile apps, backed by ISO-certified...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Offering Digital, Branding, And Music Marketing Services. Deutsch LA is a data-inspired, culturally shaped creative studio. By working at the intersection of entertainment, technology and culture, we keep brands ahead of whats next. With Hollywoods creative legacy as our backdrop and the ingenuity of Silicon...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Video Marketing
- Video Production
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a digital agency of over 1000 experienced thinkers and makers...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
blend. combines music marketing, video editing, design, storytelling and technology into meaningful consumer experiences. Their work fuels engagement and drives results...
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- Product Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Sufle is an AWS Advanced Services Partner that specializes in Cloud, DevOps/DevSecOps, Custom Software Development and Compliance Services. We help businesses of all scales adapt, implement and embrace next-gen tech practices through customized solution offerings, managed services and trainings at every...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are an award-winning consultancy specializing in food and beverage, shaping emotionally intelligent brands through strategic and creative expertise...
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- Package Design
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Content Marketing
- Design Services
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
GJA Publicidad is a digital agency with 8 years of experience in online campaigns, SEO, Google AdWords, social media, web design, branding and advertising...
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- SEO
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Bucaramanga, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Also, non-profit, corporate, and small business branding; logo development; design for screens and print; web design; marketing strategy; illustration; and art direction...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We handle the full gamut of business development, marketing strategy, branding, design (web, app, packaging, etc), custom manufacturing, and logistics for all manner of industries (such as: electronics, cannabis, wine & spirits, food, jewelry, cosmetics, candles, clothing, sports, medical, home goods, and...
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- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Product Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Norgic is a Stockholm-based full service custom software and mobile app development company that provides phenomenal and convenient end-to-end software and mobile application development services globally...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
James Gaudet is a graphic designer and digital marketing expert based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Since 2014, he has been offering comprehensive branding, advertising, web design, and video solutions to small and medium-sized businesses throughout the Atlantic Canadian region...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Halifax, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Boston Web Marketing is New England’s largest independent digital marketing company. We work hard to deliver measurable results in improving your search ranking and traffic to your web presence...
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- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a higher education marketing firm delivering effective campaigns through research, strategy, communication planning and breakthrough creative. Let us help you meet your goals...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Westbury, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Digital Retail Partners focuses on the intersection of design and technology for direct to consumer brands looking to disrupt traditional retail...
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- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Darien, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bellweather is a full-service creative agency. Our pioneering storytelling transforms audiences into brand champions through our inclusive process — prioritizing collaboration above all...
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- Branding
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Rio Creativo
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.We believe in honest, strong brands and that authentic beliefs attract people sharing the same values. For 12 years now, Rio has been an intersection for different perspectives and points of view. Each stage of our work is where the understandable and tangible meets the non-obvious and surprising. We are...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Słupsk, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Professional designers specialized in Corporate Image, Branding and Logo Design, we have more than 20 years of experience giving solutions from small business to big enterprises...
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- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- San Pedro Garza Garcia, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $23/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A Melbourne-based boutique branding and graphic design agency, Courtney Kim Studio specializes in helping clients build impactful brands. From crafting comprehensive strategies to designing unforgettable identities through packaging and digital designs, our team will craft the perfect visual narrative for...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our company is an expert in crafting digital solutions for any and all of your needs. From website design to online marketing, we have the tech savvy expertise required to make sure that you stand out from the rest while also giving you a competitive edge!...
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- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Thessaloniki, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Print and digital design solutions for marketing, branding and books...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Kidlington, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
GB Logo Design stands as a distinguished logo design company based in London, UK, offering a spectrum of expertise ranging from graphic designs and website development to bespoke logo creations, tailored to various businesses. Recognized for our prompt delivery, top-tier quality work, and competitive pricing...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Pretty Pixels, situated in London, UK, provides remote design services tailored to your needs, deadline, and budget. Reach out to us via phone or email with your brief, and we'll promptly deliver a variety of solutions aligned with your specifications...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ROILift helps businesses grow through SEO, AI search optimization, digital marketing, and web development, delivering greater online visibility and measurable results...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Giacomo Urgeghe, a Art Director and Freelance Graphic Designer and proud alumni of the Academy of Fine Arts in Rome I specialize in pictorial arts and graphic design...
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- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Olbia, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Walk Production is a comprehensive creative agency located in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor. Our expertise spans strategy, branding, copywriting, website development, SEO, and content marketing, all aimed at boosting your bottom line. As a creative agency, we offer all the essential services to help your business...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Shah Alam, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Based in the vibrant and diverse city of Austin, Texas, CreativePickle is a comprehensive creative agency. Since 2001, we have been designing custom logos, top-notch branding, and related products for a wide range of clients...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Content Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hello! I'm Ahmet Pro / Ahmet Prosic, an academic graphic designer with over 8 years of professional experience in the field of graphic design...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bond is a brand design consultancy focused on innovation. You provide the opportunity, and well create the brand to seize it...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Helsinki, Finland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Brantt is an independent creative agency dedicated to assisting clients with their marketing efforts. We turn innovative ideas into unique, sophisticated solutions that captivate and inspire audiences...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Advertising
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Wroclaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Krista, based in Berlin, is an art director and strategic designer who assists businesses in addressing challenges and engaging with their target audiences through innovative concepts and visual storytelling...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Laick Design is a design company founded by Alan Laick with over 20 years of experience. Based out in Fairchance, Pennsylvania, United States...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Advertising
- Print Design
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Reboot is a contemporary, creative studio based in Athens, specializing in visual communication, graphic design, and digital applications...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Waltz Creative excels at highlighting the businesses and nonprofits it proudly serves, enhancing their visibility and performance. The agency partners with both B2B and B2C clients to deliver impactful marketing, strategy, and design solutions...
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- Branding
- Product Design
- Video Production
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- San Juan Bautista, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Brands. Outspoken or understated. Shiny or sensitive. Studious or courageous. In your face or behind the scenes. Complex or situational. Timeless or timely. Stretchy or pointed. Sweet or serious. We love them...
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- Branding
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- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a group of young designers and creatives that share the same passion for helping brands grow to the best potential...
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- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Cebu City, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Web Design Services in Wilmington, NC. We specialize in custom web design and more that gets your small business noticed...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Wilmington, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Monk Outsourcing is a trusted partner for businesses seeking expert solutions in SEO marketing, social media marketing, PPC outsourcing, and web development...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Anchovies is a Denver-based creative branding agency that specializes in building bold, distinctive brands through naming, identity design, and high-end website development. Positioned as an unconventional and courage-led studio, the agency focuses on delivering clear, compelling brand solutions that resonate...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We work with market leaders and stay with them, building long-term partnerships that give your teams the space to thrive, using our unique processes that have been created for busy teams working in scientific & technical industries. Rely on a framework thats built for consistent success...
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- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Gateshead, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a forward-thinking marketing agency offering social media management, digital marketing, product photography, video production, editing, and website creation. With experience across diverse industries, we provide customized solutions to help your business succeed through effective strategies and...
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- SEO
- Email Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Samprand specializes in advanced web and app development with AI-powered solutions for businesses and agencies under a white-label model. We build custom web and mobile apps, AI-driven automation, e-commerce platforms, and offer SEO optimization and technical support. Our focus on innovation, scalability, and...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
QueenPin Design is focused on creating impactful brand experiences. Skilled in handling complex, multi-faceted projects while blending strategic insight with analytical precision...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Savannah, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
TheTecLab is a leading global digital agency specializing in web design, WordPress development, ecommerce, and digital marketing. We help brands worldwide grow online with cutting-edge solutions, premium designs, and 24/7 client support. Trusted by 100+ businesses globally...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Romford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
TUERCA Studio is an independent branding house based in Argentina, working globally since 2019. We build strategic brand systems for companies launching, repositioning or scaling, combining senior judgment, clear direction and craft. Size doesnt define the fit. Ambition does...
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- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Rosario, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
BizStori offers 360° digital marketing agency solutions, providing comprehensive strategies in email marketing, social media marketing, google ads, SEO, graphic design, website design and development, app design and development, video marketing, Podcast, and CRM...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- 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
HiWerk
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Hi Werk delivers digital products, services, and solutions that foster strong connections between businesses and people. Every project is customized to align with each client's unique goals and needs...
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- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Venore is an advertising agency founded in 2010 by Görkem Güvendi, our Founder and Creative Director, with creativity at the heart of everything we do. Since its inception, Venore has become a leader in the industry, delivering innovative and strategic communication solutions that help brands share their...
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- Package Design
- Print Design
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Branding
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Vebryx is a Glasgow software company building MVPs, web and mobile apps, AI solutions and UI/UX for startups, SMEs and enterprises across the UK...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- Wearables
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- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- 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
What are the best web design companies in 2026?
What should I ask before hiring a web design company?
Ask about relevant experience, project scope, timelines, revision limits, ownership of design files, mobile optimization, and post-launch support. Also clarify who will work on the project and how progress will be communicated.
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