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Top 100 Graphic Designers in Chicago

March 2023

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Graphic design is a process of using visual tools and techniques that can influence the perception and emotions of customers. Picking a team that is a good fit for your project is now a more straightforward process because of our list of the best graphic designers which you can review. 

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List of the Best Chicago Graphic Design Consultants

  • 1
    • Scheduling

      4.8
    • Quality

      4.9
    • Cost

      4.8
    • NPS

      4.9
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    • $10,000+
    • 10 - 49 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Founded in 1999, ArtVersion is a web design industry veteran. Headquartered in Chicago with other locations in Portland, OR and San Francisco, CA, ArtVersion's team of 14 provides web design, UI/UX design, graphic design, and branding.

    Clients

    • Volvo
    • Mack Trucks
    • Caterpillar
    • TransUnion

    Industries

    Notable Project

    ArtVersion updated the website and logo of a cloud-based SaaS company. They set up a timeline, designed iconography, refashioned the company's brand, and created content for the client's website.

    "The site that ArtVersion designed for us was a perfect mirror of what we strived to become."

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  • 2
    • $1,000+
    • 2 - 9 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Concentric Design is a graphic design firm headquartered in Chicago. Founded in 2006, the firm is comprised of fewer than 10 employees that specialize in web design, branding, logo creation, and graphic design.

    Clients

    • Hertz
    • United Airlines
    • Paylocity
    • Teach For America

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Concentric Design created a brand identity for a large national event, including logos, signage, and other assets. They also manage long-term differentiation for several brands.

    "They do great work, and that is a big value-add to our organizational functions and needs."

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  • 3
    • Scheduling

      5.0
    • Quality

      5.0
    • Cost

      4.9
    • NPS

      5.0
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    • $5,000+
    • 2 - 9 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    VerdanaBold is a presentation design and storytelling agency headquartered in Chicago. The company was founded in 2016, and their team of 4 people mainly provide graphic design services. 
     

    Clients

    • Cardinal Health
    • Keurig Dr Pepper
    • Kellogg School of Management
    • Glanbia Nutritionals

    Notable Project

    VerdanaBold created an offering memo for a venture capital firm based on a verbal description of the company. They delivered a combination of texts and graphics to show to potential investors.

    "I have experienced their equal but not their better." 

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  • 4
    • $1,000+
    • 2 - 9 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Encite Branding + Marketing + Creative is a digital marketing agency, founded in 2005 and located in Denver Colo. They comprise seven employees who provide SMM, media planning, branding and advertising, creative content, digital strategy, PR, event marketing, and video production. They work with small and mid-size companies, usually in retail, manufacturing, and consumer products.

    Clients

    • Sonsio
    • Help On Demand
    • Advanced Vision Technologies
    • Advanced Vision Technologies

    Industries

    Notable Project

    encite branding + marketing + creative provides a personal care company with social media marketing services. They've helped the client develop and implement messaging and strategies on Facebook and Instagram. 

    "The quality of their service distinguishes encite branding + marketing + creative from other companies."

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  • 5
    • $5,000+
    • 10 - 49 employees
    • Oak Brook, IL

    Verve Marketing Group is a Chicago-based web design agency, providing creative solutions that make a positive impact on clients in the education, publishing, software, and manufacturing industries since 2008. Although they specialize in web design, the team of 14 is excellent in several other areas, including branding, SEO, digital strategy, print design, and content marketing. 

    Clients

    • Particle Technology Labs
    • National Garden Bureau
    • New International Version
    • Kiefer Aquatics

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Verve Marketing Group redesigned the e-commerce website of a swimwear store. They updated the home page and layout of each page, improved navigational features, and modernized the overall design.

    "They were very hands-on and open to constant feedback."

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  • 6
    • Undisclosed
    • 50 - 249 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Founded in 2001, Walker Sands is a full-service B2B marketing agency dedicated to each client's unique goals. From their offices in Chicago, San Francisco, or Seattle, Walker Sands' team of 135 has various areas of expertise, including SEO, web design, PPC, content marketing, and strategy. They also help clients with public relations, demand generation, branding, creative, marketing strategy, and web.

    Clients

    • Entrust
    • Paylocity
    • Hub Group
    • Ensono

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Walker Sands overhauled an existing website, updating the content and moving it to a WordPress platform. They also provide ongoing SEO support and strategy. 

    "The ultimate value of working with them is that they are a trusted advisor for me."

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  • 7
    • $10,000+
    • 50 - 249 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Kaleidoscope ® is a branding agency based in Chicago, Illinois; Cincinnati, Ohio and New York, New York. The midsize agency was launched in 1995. Their team offers branding, packaging design, marketing strategy, and product design.

    Clients

    • Mars Wrigley
    • Duracell
    • Grupo Bimbo
    • ALDI

    Industries

    Notable Project

    A beer brewing company engaged with Kaleidoscope ® to provide design mockups and was tasked with manufacturing the packaging of its bottled and canned products.

    "They communicated perfectly and helped us rush the job to deliver a beautiful outcome within our budget."

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  • 8
    • Scheduling

      4.9
    • Quality

      5.0
    • Cost

      4.8
    • NPS

      5.0
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    • $10,000+
    • 10 - 49 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Founded in 1996, Conjure is a full-service design agency based in Chicago. Their team of approximately 15 employees mostly services midmarket and enterprise-level clients in a variety of industries. While branding is their main offering, they also provide graphic and collateral design.

    Clients

    • Verso
    • United States Steel
    • Sodexo
    • Fairmont Hotels

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Conjure developed a brand identity for a brewery. They created merchandise, designed social media posts for Instagram and Facebook, and are now building a website.

    "They’re excellent design professionals who are committed to providing the best designs for my projects."

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  • 9
    • $10,000+
    • 10 - 49 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Thunder::tech is an advertising company in Cleveland, Ohio; Detroit, Michigan and Chicago, Illinois. The agency offers advertising, search engine optimization, web design, branding, and more and has a small team.The agency was established in 1999.

    Clients

    • Big Fig Mattress
    • John Carroll University
    • Cohen & Company
    • Destination Cleveland

    Industries

    Notable Project

    thunder::tech provides a wide variety of services for a safety traffic equipment company. They produce videos, design the firm’s website, handle SEO, and create digital marketing strategies for the client. 

    “I’m impressed with their wide range of capabilities."

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  • 10
    • $1,000+
    • 10 - 49 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Verbsz Marketing is a small SEO services firm. Established in 2017, the team provides search engine optimization, digital strategy, social media marketing, content marketing, and more. The agency is in Herndon, Virginia.

    Clients

    • IDEAKOKO
    • Ticket Here
    • Gymsportz
    • We Junk It

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Verbsz Marketing was hired by an IT company to optimize their website, manage their Google and LinkedIn ads, and keep them up to date on the latest trends for IT services and the IT industry.

    "They are knowledgeable about IT industry marketing."

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  • 11
    • $1,000+
    • 10 - 49 employees
    • Villa Park, IL

    The Olive Street Agency is a Chicago-based company that provides design and marketing solutions to companies in a variety of industries – arts and entertainment, retail, advertising and marketing, and government. Founded in 2005, The Olive Street Agency has a small team of about 16 employees with capabilities in web design, SEO, digital strategy, branding, photography, content development, and social media.

    Clients

    • The Seattle Times
    • Sweet Baby Ray's Catering
    • Chicago Public Schools
    • University of Florida

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Olive Street Design developed a website to help a real estate company market a high-end community in Fort Myers. They also assisted the client in optimizing the SEO of their website content.

    "Their creative talent for the website's overall design was outstanding. 10 stars out of 10 stars."

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  • 12
    • Undisclosed
    • 10 - 49 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Paragraphs, LLC is a graphic design firm headquartered in Chicago. The team of about 23 employees has worked with clients ranging from small startups to large enterprises. Paragraphs, LLC has specialized in branding and graphic and web design for over three decades since it was founded in 1984.

    Clients

    • Baxter Healthcare
    • Exelon Corporation
    • IBM Watson
    • Hyatt

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Paragraphs LLC has revamped the brand of a SaaS provider that operates in the brokerage and banking space. So far, they’ve provided logo development, color palette renewal, web design, and restyled collateral.

    “We sense their commitment to us in working with them.”

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  • 13
    • $1,000+
    • 2 - 9 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    1Brand Design is a Chicago-based web design and marketing firm founded in 2009. It has under 10 employees and offers web design, graphic design, print design, logo, and SEO services.

    Clients

    • Feldco Factory Direct
    • Colonial Penn
    • Danley's Garages
    • J.G. Wentworth

    Industries

    Notable Project

    1Brand Design redesigned a digital marketing agency's website. They provided various color palettes before implementing the final design to the entire website. They then addressed the client's requested edits. 

    "They provide fast, quality work at a great price with minimal time required from me."

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  • 14
    • $10,000+
    • 50 - 249 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    The Motion Agency is a Chicago-based marketing firm specializing in branding, public relations, advertising, digital strategy, and graphic design enterprise, mid-market and small businesses in the retail, education, and manufacturing sectors. Founded in 2007, they employ around 50 people. 

    Clients

    • Adobe
    • American Marketing Association
    • The Home Depot
    • Becker Professional Education

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Motion Agency organized a social media campaign and a series of print advertisements to promote a labor union’s holiday luncheon. They’ve also completed website development and PR projects in the past.

    "They were easy to work with and receptive of my comments and feedback."

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  • 15
    • Scheduling

      4.4
    • Quality

      4.8
    • Cost

      4.7
    • NPS

      4.9
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    • $50,000+
    • 10 - 49 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    ColorJar is a brand and design agency founded in 2008 and based in Chicago. ColorJar's team of 10 employees specializes in branding and logo and graphic design. The firm mainly works with small and mid-market sized clients but also has some experience working with larger enterprises. 

    Clients

    • 1871
    • Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill
    • Air Bud
    • Aiwa

    Industries

    Notable Project

    ColorJar has done rebranding for a basketball fitness company; they’ve changed the name, designed the logo, and delivered a brand book. They’ve also developed a Squarespace website and recently refreshed it.

    “ColorJar knows what looks good and how to design with the essence of our brand.”

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  • 16
    • $5,000+
    • 2 - 9 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Video Parachute is a video production company in Chicago. Founded in 2011, they have about 6 employees that serve clients in the financial, government, and business sectors. Services include video production, graphic design, and broadcast video.

    Clients

    • FP Mailing Solutions
    • Smart & Associates, Inc.
    • AADSM
    • Windy City Wire

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Video Parachute filmed demonstration videos for a dental association. They’ve also assisted the client in creating online tutorials to facilitate remote trainings. 

    "I always get a response to my emails right away, even after hours."

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  • 17
    • Scheduling

      5.0
    • Quality

      5.0
    • Cost

      4.7
    • NPS

      5.0
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    • $10,000+
    • 10 - 49 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    HANGAR12, an advertising company, was launched in 2000. Their small team is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois; Minneapolis, Minnesota and St. Louis, Missouri and offers advertising, digital strategy, marketing strategy, social media marketing, and more.

    Industries

    Notable Project

    HANGAR12 manages the social media marketing campaigns of a consumer goods manufacturer. Their efforts currently include Facebook, Instagram, and search PPC campaigns, but they’re looking for more opportunities.

    “They not only have the expertise, but they’re also very thorough and patient with us.”

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  • 18
    • $10,000+
    • 10 - 49 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Pivot Design is a marketing agency with offices in Chicago, San Francisco, and Boston. Founded in 1992, the 40+ team works with a variety of clients on their branding, logos, graphic design, and advertising.

    Clients

    • Abbott
    • AbbVie
    • Accenture
    • American Library Association

    Notable Project

    Pivot Design led a comprehensive branding initiative that included multiple projects. They continue to handle website development, video production, events management, and traditional marketing campaigns.

    "Pivot is a rare breed — a turnkey business that can do anything."

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  • 19
    • $10,000+
    • 10 - 49 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    J&C is a marketing agency based in Chicago. Founded in 1982, the team of 31 specializes in digital strategy, email marketing, direct marketing, and graphic design.

    Clients

    • Humana
    • Consumers Energy
    • Jack Henry & Associates
    • Phantom Fireworks

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Jacobs & Clevenger coordinates the content creation and email marketing efforts to grow a consumer base. The primary deliverable is an informative newsletter with interactive features and retail coupons.

    "J&C understands our audience and finds relevant information to keep them coming back."

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  • 20
    • $5,000+
    • 10 - 49 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Fresh Design Studio is based in Chicago and was founded in 2009. The digital agency and its team of 14 are experts in web design and development, SEO, e-commerce development, and PPC. Fresh Design Studio works in various industries such as real estate, financial services, and consumer products. 

    Clients

    • Hyatt Place Hotel
    • The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
    • Floating World Gallery
    • WSKG Radio

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Fresh Design worked on the branding and website of a metal recycling company, refreshing the image, refining the content, and designing a more modern, mobile-friendly website.  

    “They developed a product that was beyond our expectations.”

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  • 21
    • $5,000+
    • 2 - 9 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Twelve and Twenty Eight is a Chicago-based branding and design firm founded in 2017 with no more than 10 employees. They specialize in branding, graphic design, and web design solutions for small businesses in the field of business services.

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Twelve and Twenty Eight created a detailed color palette for the UI/UX of a financial service company’s website.

    "They provided guidance and references to improve our goals."

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  • 22
    • $10,000+
    • 2 - 9 employees
    • Oak Park, IL

    Small branding company Famous Victory Branding & Design, is based in River Forest, Illinois. Launched in 2015, the team focuses on branding, graphic design, logo, other marketing, and more.

    Clients

    • Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance / Berxi Insurance

    Industries

    Notable Project

    A recruitment agency was looking to align their branding and online recognition, so they engaged with Famous Victory Branding & Design to create several logo designs and develop a new website.

    "We’ve been able to expand into new markets where we haven’t had any historical presence."

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  • 23
    • $1,000+
    • 2 - 9 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Costello Communications is a corporate branding and communications design firm founded in 1998 in Chicago. With a team of fewer than 5 employees, they provide branding, web design, graphic design, and more to small and enterprise-sized companies in business services, healthcare, and financial services industries. 

    Clients

    • Water Street Corporate
    • National Tropical Botanic Garden
    • Leucadia Pharmaceuticals

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Costello Communications provides ongoing graphic and web design support for an artist and studio owner. Their work has included building a website, designing business cards, and making an exhibition catalog. 

    "They have an impressive range of capabilities, and they’re keen at understanding each client’s specific needs."

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  • 24
    • $10,000+
    • 2 - 9 employees
    • Evanston, IL

    Lu Design Studio, a web design company, was founded in 2017. They are in Evanston, Illinois and have a small team. Their services include web design, web development, graphic design, and logo.

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Lu Design Studio was hired by a law firm to spearhead their branding efforts. As part of that, they've developed the client's logo, business cards, and website. The team continues to provide SEO services.

    "They produce high-quality work, and they always do what they say they will."

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  • 25
    • Scheduling

      4.7
    • Quality

      5.0
    • Cost

      4.8
    • NPS

      4.8
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    • $1,000+
    • 10 - 49 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Charmac is a Chicago-based agency founded in 2015. Managed by more than two people, they are experts in PPC ads, conversion optimization, and digital strategy for small and medium-sized businesses in the field of consumer products.

    Clients

    • Rockit Snacks
    • Paleo Powder Seasonings
    • Heath Riles BBQ
    • Old Bones Therapy

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Charmac manages the Amazon presence of a diet-specific seasonings company. Their work includes analytics, advertising, photos, and descriptions.

    “To have things growing and only have a monthly phone call to deal with everything is great.”

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  • 26
    • $10,000+
    • 2 - 9 employees
    • Chicago, IL
    Founded in 2006, Satellite Agency is a. The small Chicago, Illinois-based team focuses on.

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  • 27
    • Scheduling

      4.5
    • Quality

      5.0
    • Cost

      4.8
    • NPS

      5.0
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    • $1,000+
    • 2 - 9 employees
    • Chicago, IL
    Silva Brand is a branding agency founded in 2014. Their small team is based in Chicago, Illinois and specializes in branding, marketing strategy, and graphic design.

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Silva Brand helped a construction management and consulting company redevelop their WordPress site, changing its structure, improving its imagery, and adding pages to display the client’s business better.

    “Silva Brand’s ability to engage us and educate us on things we weren't aware of was impressive.”

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  • 28
    • Scheduling

      5.0
    • Quality

      5.0
    • Cost

      5.0
    • NPS

      5.0
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    • $1,000+
    • 10 - 49 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    User experience design company Nukes Lab was launched in 2010. The company specializes in ux/ui design, graphic design, custom software development, web design, and more and has a small team. The company is based in Chicago, Illinois.

    Industries

    Notable Project

    An outsourcing company collaborated with Nukes Lab for branding and design services. They developed and designed the client's website based on their preferences.

    "They were available most of the time and their communication skills were the best."

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  • 29
    • Scheduling

      4.8
    • Quality

      5.0
    • Cost

      4.7
    • NPS

      5.0
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    • $5,000+
    • 2 - 9 employees
    • Chicago, IL

    Muse Duran is a digital agency in Chicago. Founded in 2016, they have fewer than 5 employees that serve mostly small-business and midmarket clients in the automotive, business, and advertising sectors. Services include advertising, video production, and web design.

    Clients

    • Mitsubishi Motors North America
    • Biggers Mitsubishi
    • Drive at Home
    • Sellebs

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Muse Duran handles all advertising including social media campaigns, radio and TV commercials, graphics, and banners. They put together scripts and voice-overs for the commercials.

    "Their quality is top-notch like some of the bigger agencies, but they don’t have the price tag as the bigger ones."

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  • 30
    • $1,000+
    • 2 - 9 employees
    • Westmont, IL

    Artisan Launchpad is a web and graphic design firm based in Westmont, Ill. The company, founded in 2016, has a team of less than ten that provides, among others, web design, graphic design, and social media marketing to small companies. 

    Industries

    Notable Project

    Artisan Launchpad designed a new logo, incorporating new colors, for a basketball and community service organization.

    "Artisan Launchpad makes the customer feel worthy and takes in the customer's ideas into consideration."

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