From logos to apps, emails to billboards, graphic design affects every step of the process. A great design can cause your business to skyrocket, while a bad design can bury it.
That’s why so many companies trust these 38 graphic design firms to handle their image. If design can truly make or break your brand, why not leave it to the professionals?
On-Demand Graphic Design vs. Graphic Design Firms
While getting the services of graphic design firms significantly help entrepreneurs, new and small businesses might not be able to afford the rates. Graphic design firms come with steep professional fees as you’ll work with a team of experts.
With graphic design firms, you’ll work with a creative director, designers, copywriters, and marketers. This option is excellent for more significant design projects to ensure the outcome is up to par.
On the other hand, on-demand graphic design services are a budget-friendly alternative for marketers and entrepreneurs. An on-demand graphic design company operates on a subscription-based model, similar to how agencies work, making it a cost-effective choice.
Take Penji, for instance, a cloud-based graphic design service that offers unlimited designs and revisions. With its subscription-based model, you pay only when you use the service, cancel anytime without penalties, and even subscribe whenever you need to, all at a fixed monthly rate.
Penji
Penji isn’t your typical graphic design firm. Its team is stationed around the world offering unlimited graphic design packages and single designs. This model has a number of advantages, including transparent pricing, quick turnaround, and a diversity of styles. You gain access to not only a single designer, but an entire design team with various expertise. Penji’s AI matching system automatically places you with the right designer. Simply put in your design request and chat directly with your designer to revise until its perfect.
Location: Philly
Services: Digital, print, social media, branding, packaging, illustrations, web and app design
Notable clients: Uber, CVS, Jos A Bank, Best Buy, Mattel, Hermès, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The New Yorker, Uniqlo, the Henry Ford Museum
1) Appetite Creative
Founded in 2015, Appetite Creative quickly racked up impressive awards and high-profile clients. Clutch has named Appetite one of the top B2B companies in the UK four years in a row. It helps that they focus on dynamic digital marketing for modern consumers.
Locations: London, Madrid, Dubai
Services*: Web and app design, interactive packaging, branding, video production, social media
Notable clients: British Airways, Walt Disney World, Tommy Hilfiger, Bayer, Volvo
*Note: Lists of services provided are not complete.
2) The Yard Creative
As The Yard Creative proudly proclaims on their site, “We only work with clients who want to challenge their sector.” Whether you need digital ads or in-person experiences, TYC is a graphic design firm that pros trust.
Location: London
Services: Products, branding, interior design, retail, digital materials, strategy
Notable clients: Nike, SKINS, Unilever, BP, Heathrow Airport
3) Huncwot
Many of the agencies on this list have won awards for their designs, but how many have won a Golden Lion at Cannes? This studio specializes in creating modern designs for brands with a digital presence.
Location: Warsaw
Services: Digital design, web development, animation, corporate identities, social media campaigns
Notable clients: Facebook, IKEA, Harvard University, MoMA, Pepsico
4) AGCS
Like DigitalDesign.NYC, AGCS combines graphic design with coding and web development to create a fully rounded digital ecosystem. Their digital focus appeals to a global range of clients, but their graphic design and video production skills make them appealing to marketers.
Location: Amsterdam
Services: Illustration, visual identity, logo design, creative consulting, web development
Notable clients: Universal Pictures, PayPal, Google Play, Philips, DHL
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5) Merit/Andrew
Merit/Andrew’s seasoned team of creatives covers everything from TV spots to static ads. Founded way back in 2002, they bring plenty of design expertise to their ads. If you’re looking to market your brand with a stylish commercial or social media campaign, they’re the ones to call..
Location: Newport Beach, CA
Services: Branded content, animation, social media, campaign development, video
Notable clients: NFL, Nissan, X Games, National Geographic, Logitech
6) Starfish
With 20 years in the game, this design firm promises to give your brand experience a complete facelift. Their work is far-reaching, bringing everything from communications to operations together to redesign your business. But it’s not just bells and whistles—they’ve also got plenty of design expertise to go around.
Location: NYC
Services: Advertising, brand identity, digital, TV, print, website design
Notable clients: PwC, Sharp, Weight Watchers, Vornado, Daily Mail
7) North Street Creative
North Street Creative specializes in helping brands in complex industries stand out to everyday consumers. This includes financial services, professional services, construction, real estate, media, nonprofits, and consumer industries.
Locations: NYC and Providence, RI
Services: Brand strategy, logos, website design, packaging, content strategy
Notable clients: MasterCard, The New York Times, Edison Research, L’Oreal, YouTube
8) Alphabetical
This UK-based graphic design firm has won awards for their inventive work. They pride themselves on an unconventional approach, helping brands reach new audiences with environmental, digital, and sensory branding.
Location: London
Services: Art direction, brand identity, video, audio, print
Notable clients: ASOS, Amazon, BBC, London College of Fashion, United Nations
9) Brighten the Corners
The first thing you may notice about Brighten the Corners is the angular, Bauhaus inspired look of their designs. Few graphic design firms have developed as striking and unique an identity as this German agency.
Locations: Frankfurt, London, Athens
Services: Physical media, website design, brand identity, typography, art direction
Notable clients: University of Darmstadt, Anish Kapoor, Empathy Museum, German Ministry of Finance
10) Pearlfisher
Pearlfisher is a graphic design firm whose work you’ve probably seen out in the world, as in the example above. With three decades of design experience, they’ve created stunning brand identities across industries. They’re especially prominent in the food and beverage industry.
Locations: London, NYC
Services: Packaging design, typography, brand identity, strategy, video
Notable clients: Starbucks, Jim Beam, Pyrex, Colgate, McDonald’s
11) Wolff Olins
Few ad agencies are as decorated as Wolff Olins. They’ve been developing brand identities since the 1960s, working with titans from Google to the Beatles. Along the way, they’ve also been met with a fair share of controversy, such as their derided 2012 London Olympics logo.
Locations: London, NYC, San Francisco
Services: Brand strategy, analysis, visual identity, copywriting, UI/UX, print
Notable clients: TikTok, Uber, StateFarm, Grubhub, The Met
12) LOVE.
Started in 2001, LOVE’s experienced team of designers cover everything from physical installations to digital advertising. They’ve won over 300 awards for their work, noted for combining artistry with commercial appeal.
Location: Manchester, UK
Services: Brand strategy, content writing, digital design, packaging, interior design, video production
Notable clients: Adidas, GQ, Lucky Charms, Vogue, Moët
13) Studio Number One
If you haven’t heard of Studio Number One, there’s a chance you’ve still heard of its cofounder, Shepard Fairey. He’s known for launching the OBEY clothing brand and Barack Obama’s iconic 2008 “HOPE” campaign. Launched by Shepard and Amanda Fairey, Studio Number One has created dozens of equally iconic campaigns since 2003.
Location: LA
Services: Art direction, strategy, brand identity, advertising, guerrilla marketing, social media
Notable clients: Adidas, Bacardi, Coca-Cola, Disney, Esquire
14) FutureBrand
With a laser focus on branding and rebranding, FutureBrand has become a highly sought-after graphic design firm for large-scale enterprises. Their work ranges from luxury to medicine, always with an emphasis on maintaining and shaping brand identity.
Locations: London, Milan, NYC
Services: Experience design, logos, digital media, print, packaging, brand architecture
Notable clients: American Airlines, Bentley, Costa Rica, NFL, Libraries Without Borders, Sephora
15) Critical Mass
This prolific Canadian graphic design firm has been helping brands stay ahead since 1996. Critical Mass’ work covers a wide range of styles and industries, but consistently has an effortless, engaging feel.
Locations: 11 offices including NYC, LA, Sāo Paulo, Tokyo, London
Services: Brand strategy, social media, UI/UX, product design, campaign creation
Notable clients: Apple, Blizzard Entertainment, Marriott, Mistubishi, 1-800 Contacts
16) SGK
Formerly known as Anthem Worldwide, SGK is a graphic design firm dedicated to simplifying and amplifying brands. They specialize in packaging and brand experience, helping companies all over the globe grow their audience.
Locations: Des Plaines, Chicago, Pittsburgh, São Paulo, Singapore, London
Services: Packaging, marketing strategy, branding, consumer insights, retail experiences
Notable clients: ASICS, Pringles, L’Oréal, Heineken, Air France, Nike
17) Turner Duckworth
Have you ever looked at Subway’s slick modern redesign and wondered who did it? That would be Turner Duckworth. This graphic design firm, founded in 1992, has delivered iconic refreshes for everyday brands like Subway and Coca-Cola.
They don’t stop at redesigns, however. With a wealth of campaigns, there’s a good chance you’ve seen a Turner Duckworth design out in the world today.
Locations: San Francisco, NYC, London
Services: Branding, illustration, video, packaging, digital advertising
Notable clients: Maker’s Mark, American Red Cross, Amazon, Metallica, HSBC
18) Chermayeff & Geismar & Haviv
Chermayeff & Geismar & Haviv has been in the design game for 65 years. In that time, they’ve designed iconic logos for NBC, Mobil, National Geographic, and dozens of other brands. On top of logos, they’re known for their graphic art and architecture. For instance, they designed the animal sculptures at the St. Louis Children’s Zoo.
Location: NYC
Services: Graphic design, brand identity, print, motion graphics, art in architecture
Notable clients: Warner Bros. Discovery, HarperCollins, PBS, Pew Research Center, US Open
19) McFaul_Day
Founded in 2014, McFaul_Day prides itself on bringing English craftsmanship to its designs and ad campaigns. They’ve been New Balance’s design team of choice for nearly a decade, along with dozens of other iconic brands.
Location: London
Services: Brand consulting, graphic design, product design, copywriting, creative direction
Notable clients: Pepsi, Toyota, Sony, British Airways, Lucasfilm
20) Landor
If you want to work with a graphic design firm that really knows their stuff, look no further than Landor. They’ve been active since 1941, pioneering some of the techniques that all the other firms on this list use today. Famously, they were headquartered on a boat in San Francisco Bay during the 1960s-80s. While the boat has passed, its outside the box spirit remains.
Locations: 25+ offices including Barcelona, NYC, Paris, Mexico City, London, Sydney, Tokyo
Services: Packaging, digital media, typography, brand identity, strategy
Notable clients: Barclays, LEGO, NFL, Procter & Gamble, T-Mobile
21) MetaDesign
Germany’s MetaDesign partners with brands around the world to create logos and branding. The graphic design firm’s work is often simple, angular, and colorful. These unique identities are designed to stick people minds.
Locations: 8 locations including Beijing, Berlin, NYC, San Francisco
Services: Brand strategy, UI/UX, audio/video, packaging, web and app design, POS
Notable clients: Volkswagen, T-Mobile, Yves Saint Laurent, 23andMe, University of California
22) Happy Cog
Since 1999, Happy Cog has built websites, apps, marketing campaigns, and interactive experiences. Their clientele range from nonprofits to global brands featuring memorable and unique campaigns.
Location: NYC
Services: Brand strategy, market research, web and app design, branding, analytics
Notable clients: &pizza, City of Philadelphia, White House Correspondents’ Association, David’s Bridal, Books-A-Million
23) The Chase
For 35 years, The Chase has brought elegant designs to the UK and abroad. They derive their design philosophy from an old adage about a craftsman who carves wooden elephants from blocks of timber. Asked how he did it, he replied, “I just cut away the wood that doesn’t look like an elephant.”
Locations: Manchester, London
Services: Brand strategy, audio/video, digital design, physical media, printing, social media
Notable clients: AstraZeneca, Tesco, Royal Mail, Kingston University
24) Mucho
While The Chase prides itself on classical craftsmanship, Mucho imbues its work with modern flair. The Spanish graphic design firm often creates unconventional packaging and branding. Their use of minimalist colors and shapes modernizes brands.
Locations: San Francisco, Barcelona, Melbourne, Paris
Services: Brand analysis, consumer insights, packaging, brand identity, social media
Notable clients: Apple, Venmo, Levi’s, Fútbol Club Barcelona, Salesforce
25) Studio Dumbar
Founded in 1977, this Dutch graphic design firm remains on the cutting edge. They’re known for their bold, moving typography, but their work extends to video, print, and much more.
Location: Rotterdam
Services: Visual identity, branding, motion graphics, video, print
Notable clients: Spotify, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Nike, Van Gogh Museum
26) House Industries
What sets House Industries apart from other graphic design firms is their laser focus on delivering unique, memorable fonts and wordmarks. Their work goes far beyond simple typeface design. The Delaware based studio incorporates text into print, physical media, digital ads and more with stunning panache.
Location: Yorklyn, DE
Services: Logos, typography, brand identity, product design
27) Pentagram
Pentagram proudly touts themselves as “the world’s largest independent design consultancy.” With 50 years of experience and locations around the globe, it’s easy to see how they’ve grown to such substantial heights. Their work is simple, but deceptively fresh, perfect for established brands and brands looking to get there.
Locations: London, Berlin, NYC, Austin
Services: Brand identity, graphics, campaigns, packaging, audio/video
Notable clients: Warhammer, Jack Daniels, Verizon, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
28) Saffron Brand Consultants
Like a few other graphic design firms on this list, Saffron is primarily concerned with brand consultancy. They’ve launched some iconic rebrands since they started back in 2001, including the Meta logo pictured above.
Locations: London, Madrid, Istanbul, Vienna, Mumbai
Services: Brand strategy, audio/video, testing, product development, UI/UX, campaigns
Notable clients: YouTube, City of Vienna, T-Mobile, Santander, Gulf Air
29) A Practice for Everyday Life
With A Practice for Everyday Life, the name says it all. This uniquely elegant graphic design firm often works with publishers and clients in the arts. They also have a type foundry, where you can buy a host of graceful typefaces.
Location: London
Services: Brand identity, graphic design, printing, art direction, exhibition design, website design
Notable clients: Architects’ Journal, British Council, Victoria and Albert Museum
30) Triboro
Triboro is a graphic design firm founded by designers David Heasty and Stefanie Weigler. Since 2004, they’ve been designing sharp, colorful campaigns across industries. Their work is inspired by modern art, giving brands of every stripe a chic, eye-catching feel.
Location: NYC
Services: Printing, exhibitions, packaging, digital media, brand identity
Notable clients: Marc Jacobs, Sweetgreen, Google, Zola Jesus, American Express, MoMA
31) Made by Alphabet
Yes, there’s a prominent graphic design firm called Alphabetical and another called Alphabet. To be fair, Alphabet’s branding work truly does cover the spectrum from A to Z. The UK firm has worked in industries from hair care to crypto, producing dynamic and unique branding packages.
Location: Manchester
Services: Brand creation, strategy, visual identity, packaging, UI/UX, campaigns, illustration
Notable clients: NHS, USA Volleyball, OnePlus, The Bureau
32) DIA
Like Studio Dumbar, DIA specializes in kinetic typography. Since 2007, they’ve produced exciting brand experiences for companies in arts, commerce, philanthropy, tech, and everything in between.
Locations: NYC, Geneva
Services: Branding, graphic design, audio/video, animation, web design, strategy
Notable clients: Squarespace, Nike, Samsung, United Nations, The New York Times
33) Hey
If you’re looking for a design, just say Hey. This Spanish graphic design firm has your back, crafting fresh branding and packaging for companies around the world since 2007.
Their work covers a broad range of industries, but the throughline is a spirit of color and creativity. If you just like the name “Hey,” there’s also a Norwegian design studio by the same name.
Location: Barcelona
Services: Art direction, branding, campaigns, packaging, video, web design
Notable clients: Huawei, Wired, Uniqlo, Mayor of London, ESPN
34) CRX (Casa Rex)
CRX is the consumer branding department of Casa Rex, a globally recognized Brazilian design house. Where Casa Rex is known for stunning prints and creative campaigns, CRX brings that spirit of inspiration to the business world, particularly packaging.
Locations: São Paulo, London
Services: Visual identity, packaging, branding, campaigns, strategy
Notable clients: Dove, Kellogg’s, SKYY Vodka, Avon, Campari
35) Radish Lab
Radish Lab proudly describe themselves as “a purpose driven creative agency.” The graphic design firm emphasizes their work with nonprofits. They help organizations around the world reach a broader audience with engaging visuals and campaigns.
Locations: NYC, Berlin
Services: Brand strategy, web and mobile design, analytics, visual identity, illustration, print
Notable clients: Sesame Workshop, American Cancer Society, (RED), UNICEF, Women’s Refugee Commission
36) Eat Creative
Japanese graphic design firm Eat Creative has produced vibrant work for companies around the globe. Their work has helped international brands reach an audience in the Asia/Pacific region. It’s also bridged the gap between local companies and audiences abroad.
Locations: Tokyo, Hong Kong
Services: Brand development, photography, illustration, video, web design, print
Notable clients: Wise, Mitsubishi, The Peninsula Hotels, TEDx, Herbalife
37) Winkreative
Launched in 2007, this graphic design firm is renowned for their work in travel and hospitality. While their work covers many industries, motion and discovery are running themes throughout their designs.
Locations: London, Zürich, Tokyo, Toronto, Hong Kong
Services: Branding, packaging, advertising, website design, strategy
Notable clients: BBC, British Airways, government of Thailand, Lexus, American Express
38) Big Spaceship
Since 2000, Big Spaceship has been providing dynamic designs and advertising for companies around the globe. Their work includes stellar graphic design for dozens of iconic brands, as well as commercials, brand strategy, and much more.
Location: NYC
Services: Brand strategy, BI, graphics, audio/video, product design, web design, social media
Notable clients: Starbucks, Google, HBO, ASOS, Lucasfilm, NFL, JetBlue, Converse
Considerations Before Choosing a Graphic Design Firm
Here are a few factors to look into before committing to a graphic design service provider:
Project Complexity
Before choosing a graphic design firm, it’s important that you identify what graphics you need.
For example, you might need social media graphics. How much would you need? Is it a month’s worth, a year? Or, would it be for a one-time campaign? You have to keep these questions in mind. If it’s something major like a rebrand, it can get complex and comprehensive. You can expect the project to be longer. Plus, firms will create multiple assets before landing on the best design.
Graphic design firms are usually worthwhile, especially for significant graphic design work, like campaigns and rebranding. Some might provide you with packages to make it more affordable for you. Ideally, if you need a couple of graphics, you can use DIY graphic design work or hire a freelancer for one-time projects. However, if you have a regular demand for design work, graphic design firms are the best option.
Budget
Graphic design can become expensive, especially if you want full-service graphic design work, from branding to marketing.
However, it doesn’t have to break the bank, especially if you have money set aside for graphic design work. Most graphic design firms charge around $10,000 to $200,000. That could turn away some small business with a limited budget for designs.
That’s why some businesses turn to DIY graphic design apps to do the work themselves. However, they don’t have to do the graphic design work alone. Fortunately, there are companies like Penji that have affordable plans for small businesses for graphic design work!
Style, Designs, and Niche
Some graphic design firms specialize in various design styles and mediums. Additionally, a handful of these firms work with a specific industry or sector. It will take some time to browse and select the best graphic design firm. However, you can choose a design service like Penji, which helps any business with its graphic design work!
The Future of Graphic Design Firms and Your Brand
For businesses contemplating their next step in brand development, the decision to engage with a graphic design firm should be guided by a clear understanding of their brand’s needs, values, and aspirations.
In choosing a graphic design partner, consider the following:
- Quality of portfolio and client list
- Approach to design challenges
- Understanding of digital trends
- Alignment with your brand’s vision
Choosing Penji as your graphic design partner offers you the peace of mind that comes from knowing your brand’s visual identity is in capable hands. Explore how Penji can be the catalyst for your brand’s next chapter, where creativity meets strategy.
