Discover the best branding companies to strengthen your market position and build a distinct brand identity. Our experts curated providers that deliver strategic positioning, memorable visual systems, and consistent brand experiences.
2020 Marketing is an independent, fully integrated communications agency based in Nairobi Kenya. We carry out marketing services for local businesses here in Kenya, East Africa and internationally based companies with an interest in Africa.With a combined experience of more than 45 years in marketing and... View all reviews
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Working with us means choosing a co-creation approach: everyone, both the clients and the talents of the agency, put body, heart and soul into the mandates to generate results that exceed expectations... View all reviews
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Québec City, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Helping you grow your business.
Fusion is a motivated group of seasoned marketers who delight in generating revenue for our clients through campaigns and project work. At Fusion, we have tried and tested procedures, therefore we are very good at delivering what we promise, when we promise, and within the authorised budget... View all reviews
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Advertising
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- Location
- Winnipeg, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We're a branding and marketing agency that loves to help destinations realize what's possible.
A branding, marketing, and consulting firm called Imagine creates distinctive, genuine destination brands. Every plan we create is truly unique to each engagement and is based on in-depth study and experience gained only through years of marketing... View all reviews
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Public Relations
- Design Services
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- Location
- Manassas, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
My story is simple. I don't have an elaborate website with a lot of marketing fluff. I have been an artist since I can remember, winning awards for illustrated horse drawings as a little girl. I have been designing as an artist conventionaly and digitally for my entire life. I love what I do and could... View all reviews
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Peoria, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
See what's possible.
We build your custom team according to the demand of the project which keeps Alles Creative a very lean and efficient machine... View Alles Creative profile
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We Create Digital Experiences
ATTCK specialize in design & development of custom interactive applications and websites.From branding to UX & UI design, digital strategy, and content architecture, to development, launch, and ongoing support, ATTCK got you covered... View ATTCK profile
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
The relentless pursuit of brilliance
We are a creative, design, and digital agency that always believe more is possible... View Blow Media Ltd profile
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- Public Relations
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Package Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Harrogate, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Creative, innovative, attractive.
Magnetic is a full-service creative agency working across print, advertising, web and social to propel brands to their full potential. We combine strategy and creativity to achieve beautiful design... View all reviews
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Animation. VFX. Video. Interactive
JumpKick Studios is an award-winning digital 2D animation, motion graphics, VFX and 3D animation studio based in the UK. A small studio with a big heart and a passion for creating unique, dynamic and engaging visuals... View JumpKick Studios profile
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
An agile team based in Sydney that cross many disciplines, we enjoy long term projects as much as pulling off an all nighter to get a clients work done in a hurry. Design based, strategy led and always with solutions... View all reviews
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Growing Your Sales. Building Your Brand
Our team is made up of skilled experts with extensive experience in brand strategy, communications and identity creation. We specialise in developing product, service and corporate brands across all industries... View SHAPE - The Brand Development Agency profile
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Design Agency specialized in Branding and Advertising located in Madrid... View SOOAK profile
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Package Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
TOUGH, BUT GENTLE. HUMBLE, YET BOLD. SWAYED ALWAYS BY BEAUTY AND TRUTH.
TOK/ DGTL is a full-service communication agency with over 3-years of experience in Digital, Creative, Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations... View all reviews
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Tirane, Albania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Virtus Groups is the most effortless way to get any task, job or project completed.
Whether you are just starting out or expanding an established business, we know how hard it is to complete all your projects while staying focused on business growth. From simple tasks to complex projects, some of Canada’s fastest growing companies have trusted Virtus Groups with their most important... View all reviews
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Public Relations
- Product Design
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Michigan's #1 Digital Marketing Agency Since 2003
Since 2003, we have designed thousands of websites and digital marketing campaigns that drive significant, measurable results for our clients... View Basso Design Group profile
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Rochester, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Asia’s leading 360 ° Digital and IT Strategy Consulting agency
BizzmanWeb specializes in creating uniquely innovative digital solutions from web & app development, to business analytics & management software, to digital marketing & brand promotion strategies!... View all reviews
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- Software Development
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Design Is Our Craft, Exploring Is Our Passion.
Design is our craft, exploring is our passion. Executing creative solutions since 2015. Lets make #DesignThatMoves... View Raxo profile
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- Video Marketing
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At 11 Online our goal is to help you make money online. Our approach is data-driven to offer results based on your business objectives and works to ensure that your website will give you the best return on your investment... View 11 Online profile
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Fuel & Simplify Business Growth
Ampersand is a full-service advertising, branding & marketing agency that specializes in strategy & execution. Our niche as your Virtual Marketing Department fosters long-term growth and sustainable momentum for organizations looking to outsource their marketing efforts... View all reviews
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- Advertising
- Branding
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
Award-Winning Creative Agency
An award-winning agency across Singapore, Australia, Indonesia, and Thailand. We help brands grow through strategy-led branding and conversion-driven websites trusted by global companies and recognized by The Webby Awards, Awwwards, and CSS Design Awards... View all reviews
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Cultivate High Quality
Aroluxe is a full service marketing agency that provides web design, SEO, social media management, traditional marketing, and paid search marketing services. We offer full service plans as well as a la carte products to serve specific needs. Contact us to find out how we can help you cultivate high quality... View all reviews
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Logo Design
- SEO
- Web Development
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Custom Website Design & Branding Agency - FLUID THINKING IS STRATEGY BEFORE DESIGN
We are a full-service creative agency that understands the digital world is continually evolving, and your brand cannot become idle... View all reviews
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- Design Services
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Holladay, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
MB Media is a Creative Marketing Agency based in Edinburgh City Centre... View all reviews
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We turn ideas into digital success
EuraWest Technologies is a digital agency operating in Europe and the Philippines... View EuraWest Technologies profile
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Plovdiv, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
All Your Media Under One Tree
Connect Everything. We are a comprehensive marketing and advertising firm capable of handling all aspects of your brand.We believe that marketing plans are far more powerful when theyre integrated into everything companies do, say, and think. But without clear goals, honest leadership, and out-of-the-box... View all reviews
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- Advertising
- Branding
- Media Buying
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Digital Marketing Simplified
Zapped Digital is a Digital Marketing Agency based in Nottingham, specialising in website design, SEO and Branding. Our web designers are obsessed with delivering stunning designs with maximum performance for our clients... View Zapped Digital profile
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Nottingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Experienced Digital Agency
EXTEND GROUP is a network of experienced designers, writers, marketing strategists, and technology professionals who specialize in the development of online businesses and other forms of consumer branding experiences. Founded by marketing technology strategist Shawn Collins, we strive to provide simple yet... View all reviews
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- Mobile App Development
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Evansville, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Building links between new customers & your business
We are a professional and small team, composed by software developers, graphic and web designers, digital marketing specialists, content curators, support & customer service, commercial and sales... View all reviews
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Business Consulting
- Web Design
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Mendoza, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Stretching boundaries for the better
Elasticity demonstrates courage in our everyday interactions in partnering with the challenger brands of the world, stretching boundaries in order to break through the mass of mediocrity all to create solutions that not only solve our clients unique business challenges. We do it in a way that positions brands... View all reviews
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Business Consulting
- Advertising
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- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Freelancer Graphic designer and photography enthusiast based in Kiato, Greece... View all reviews
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Kiato, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Award-winning, boutique agency bringing you Digital Marketing Solutions to amplify growth.
We embark on a DIGITAL ADVENTURE with your brand! Your one-stop-shop for all things digital... View Digital Briefcase profile
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- Web Development
- Branding
- SEO
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Supercharging Your Digital Transformation
Iron Creative is a powerhouse in digital brand development, creating unforgettable experiences for B2B tech customers and optimizing the virtual retail landscape of fashion and lifestyle brands. We help businesses supercharge their customer journeys while strengthening long-lasting relationships with... View all reviews
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We'll Help You Get There!
We are LGD, a digital-savvy agency based in the heart of Omaha. We take pride in providing top-notch services to clients worldwide! Our specialties include website design and development, SEO optimization, social media management as well as creating custom applications for mobile devices, video production &... View all reviews
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Public Relations
- Logo Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Ralston, Nebraska
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
Building the Most Impactful Brands
With over two decades of experience, Kerigan Marketing Associates (KMA) stands out as a beacon for businesses looking to reach the next level. Our team - composed of professionals with deep roots in big brands - specializes in helping companies within the healthcare, education, tourism and financial services... View all reviews
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Mexico Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Award-winning creative agency
Alexandre Bernard Asia is a design-driven, creative agency that helps companies frame and solve their business problems through design, strategy, and implementation... View Alexandre Bernard Asia profile
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Advertising
- Print Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Creative in Everything
FAS Media is a creative agency that specializes in both digital and analog mediums. Our team of highly skilled professionals can take your project from concept to execution, maintaining excellence every step of the way... View FAS Media profile
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
I Design, Code & Build New Worlds!
I work with early-stage startups to craft their identity, launch their product, and scale with confidence... View Osman Assem profile
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Elevate your image!
Our team enjoys exploring diverse fields and providing our services to varied industries... View all reviews
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Columbia, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Creatively Articulating Your Message To The Hearts And Minds Of Your Customers
Our branding services comprise of logo design, brand messaging, and brand guidelines to ensure that your company is consistently represented across all channels. We also provide custom design services, including the creation of print collateral and social media graphics. Moreover, our commercial photography... View Boxed Gorilla profile
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Oregon City, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Designing Brand Stories
The Saint is an Audience Focused, Design led Digital Agency.We are a team of Growth Gurus with supernatural powers of Digital, Design and Branding We specialize in making brands matter by crafting unique and highly effective solutions to todays most complex sales and marketing challenges... View The Saint profile
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Get a website Built to Boost your business. Clean designed, well-optimized, and user-friendly.
Codecas is committed to developing websites that are conversion-driven and user-friendly, as well as professional, clean, attractive, and responsive. We will do all in our power to surpass your expectations and fulfill the requirements and objectives of your company... View Codecas profile
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Sønderborg, Denmark
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $89/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Creating And Inspiring Imaginatively
232 Creative in Pittsburgh, PA is a comprehensive marketing and creative agency. Our expertise lies in the realms of marketing, multimedia, web development and branding... View all reviews
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
For A Focused, Tailored To Perfection Solutions For You, For Us It Is You Who Really Matter.
Sanai is a chicago based American web development, software development, Social Media Marketing and SEO consultancy company who provide focused and tailored made solutions especially designed for you... View Sanai profile
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- Software Development
- Branding
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Next level digital shit
We are one multinational Digital agency - with the mentality of real village kids.In this way, we always want to meet our customers and team members at eye level and work together to reach the next level. Each ne project is a new challenge, but we're all crazy enough to take on this challenge that's so... View all reviews
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Karlsruhe, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Generating leads and driving sales for B2B companies with long sales cycle
Ironpaper® is a premier B2B digital marketing agency committed to helping our clients succeed. Our mission is to drive business growth by unifying your marketing and sales journeys, resulting in an exceptional buyer experience. Trust Ironpaper® to drive outstanding growth for your business... View Ironpaper® profile
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Captivate Your Soulmate Clients With Our Magic-Meets-Pragmatic Approach To Branding & Web Design.
We blend strategy and design with astrology and tarot to tap into your unique magic and reflect it in your brand, website, packaging, social media, and anything else you need to promote your work. Our process is fun, detail-oriented, and proven to boost selling power... View Moonstone Creative profile
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Summerland, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Commitment of excellence
Reach out to a larger potential customers in your area or even worldwide. We have established a robust Omni-channel presence within the realm of social media, effectively broadening our reach to a diverse audience. As a result, we have successfully fostered growth for various businesses and individuals... View Admareco profile
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Unlocking Your Brand's Media & PR Potential.
Hustle is a digital agency dedicated to crafting impactful digital products. Our approach combines expertise in product lifecycle support with specialized consultation tailored to startups and established businesses, fostering a culture of collaboration and shared learning... View all reviews
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Public Relations
- Product Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Elevating Your Digital Brand Space, Skyrocketing Your Success.
Our comprehensive suite of services encompasses three distinct branding starter packages: Web Design, Branding Design, and Social Media Management. We uniquely tailor all of our services to meet your specific needs. Additionally, we provide specialized graphic design services designed to elevate your brand's... View Designated Marketing profile
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Package Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Frequently Asked Questions About Branding Companies
How much do branding companies charge for their services?
Branding costs range from $500 to $100,000+, depending on who you hire, the scope, and the level of strategy involved.
Typical pricing by provider:
- Boutique branding agencies: $5,000 to $20,000
Includes brand identity, guidelines, and some strategic work. - Full-service branding agencies: $11,000 to $70,000+
Covers strategy, positioning, messaging, identity, and brand assets. - Enterprise branding companies: $40,000 to $100,000+
Includes research, brand architecture, workshops, and global rollout.
Typical cost breakdown inside a branding project:
- Brand strategy: $5,000 to $50,000
- Brand identity design: $2,500 to $30,000
- Brand collateral and templates: $2,000 to $7,500
- Brand research and analysis: $5,000 to $250,000
Branding costs depend on project scope, strategy depth, number of deliverables, business size, industry competition, and the experience and reputation of the agency.
How long does the branding process take?
Branding usually takes 8 weeks to 6 months, depending on scope, feedback speed, and deliverables.
Typical branding timeline breakdown:
- Discovery and research: 1 to 2 weeks
Defines goals, audits your current brand, and analyzes competitors. - Brand strategy development: 2 to 3 weeks
Creates positioning, messaging, voice, and brand foundations. - Visual identity design: 4 to 6 weeks
Develops logo, colors, typography, and visual system. - Brand guidelines and assets: 2 to 6 weeks
Produces brand book, templates, and marketing materials. - Website design, if included: 2 to 8 weeks
Adds website strategy, design, and development. - Brand launch: 1 week or more
Prepares rollout, internal training, and public launch.
The total branding timeline depends on project scope, number of deliverables, feedback speed, decision-making complexity, and whether you are creating a new brand, refreshing, or fully rebranding.
What is the difference between a branding agency and a design firm?
An agency defines how your brand works and what it stands for, while a design firm focuses on creating and implementing specific design solutions.
| Aspect | Branding Agency | Design Firm |
| Core focus | Defines the brand and its long-term direction | Designs solutions that communicate and deliver the brand |
| Main goal | Build a clear, competitive brand | Create effective, usable, and consistent designs |
| Strategy | Deep strategic work, such as positioning, messaging, and brand structure | Uses a strategy to guide design decisions and execution |
| Type of work | Brand strategy, naming, brand voice, brand guidelines | Visual identity, UX/UI, websites, packaging, product design |
| Business impact | Shapes how customers perceive and remember the company | Shapes how customers interact with and use the company’s products and materials |
| Stage they help most | Early stage, rebranding, or major business changes | After or alongside the strategy, during product and asset creation |
| Outcome | A defined brand system and clear brand direction | Designed assets, interfaces, and experiences ready for use |
Branding companies develop positioning, messaging, naming, brand architecture, and the overall system that guides how the brand operates and grows. They connect business goals to customer perception.
Design firms solve communication and product problems through design. This includes visual identity, but also user experience, interfaces, packaging, and digital products. Their work translates strategy into functional, usable, and consistent brand and product experiences.
Why should I hire branding companies instead of freelancers?
Hire a branding company when you need strategy, depth, and long-term brand systems, not just individual deliverables.
Branding firms provide a full team with specialists in strategy, naming, design, and research. This leads to stronger positioning, more consistent execution, and work that supports business growth.
Freelancers usually work alone and focus on specific tasks such as logo design or visual identity. They are effective for smaller projects but have limited capacity for complex strategy, research, and large-scale brand development.
Isn't branding just a logo?
Branding is the entire system that defines how customers perceive your business in the market, not just the logo.
It includes your positioning, messaging, voice, visual identity, and the experience people have with your company. These elements work together to build recognition, trust, and differentiation.
The logo is one asset within that system. It represents the brand, but it does not define the strategy, meaning, or customer perception on its own.