Top Marketing Agency in Chicago

Cut overhead costs, get campaigns live sooner, and ramp up your marketing with a cost-effective alternative to agencies and in-house hiring.

  • Full-Stack Marketing Team Offering 100+ Services
  • Creative Directors with 10+ Years’ Experience
  • Flexible Month-to-Month Plans
  • Save Up to 70% vs Agencies
  • 2-Week Trial, No Upfront Fee
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A Better Alternative to Traditional Advertising Agencies

Revolutionizing Marketing Services — Flexible, Scalable, and Cost-Effective

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Designity

Creative Team

Top 3% US creatives

Creative Director

Yes! Quality-assured CD

Avg Monthly Cost

$5,995 for a dynamic team

Up to 2-Week Trial

Yes! No payment needed
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Marketplace

Creative Team

Unvetted offshore freelancers

Creative Director

No! You handle it all

Avg Monthly Cost

Cheaper for a reason

Up to 2-Week Trial

No trials offered!
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In-House

Creative Team

Limited-skill creatives

Creative Director

Maybe! If you can afford

Avg Monthly Cost

$7,000 per month

Up to 2-Week Trial

No trials offered!
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Agency

Creative Team

Typically offshore outsourcing

Creative Director

Yes! Costly though

Avg Monthly Cost

$15K+ per month

Up to 2-Week Trial

No trials offered!
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Our Marketing Services in Chicago

Get Access to A Full-Service Marketing Team With Expertise In
Copy & Content Writing

Get impactful copy that connects and converts — crafted to match your brand voice, meet your business goals, and move your audience to action. Copy & content writing services include website copy, ad headlines, product descriptions, email content, and long-form assets like blogs, whitepapers, and case studies.

Packaging & Labels

Turn heads in-store and online with packaging and label designs that blend creativity, clarity, and compliance. Packaging & label design services include everything from structural design and visual branding to production-ready files tailored for retail, DTC, and digital marketplaces.

Graphic Design & Illustration

Enhance your brand’s visual identity and make a lasting impression with custom graphics and illustrations crafted by top US-based creatives. Includes infographics, editorial art, icon sets, branded visuals, and custom illustrations designed to elevate your digital and print marketing assets.

Marketing Collateral

Get beautifully designed brochures, flyers, postcards, and more — designed to match your brand and support every stage of your customers’ journeys. Services cover layout design, print-ready formatting, and campaign integration for digital and physical marketing materials.

Presentation & Publication

Turn slides, reports, and publications into polished, on-brand assets that communicate your message clearly and leave a lasting impression. Presentation & publication services include layout design, data visualization, and formatting for pitch decks, eBooks, whitepapers, and print or digital publications.

Logo & Branding Design

Build a strong foundation for your brand with custom logos, visual identities, and brand guidelines that reflect your values and help you stand out in a crowd. Includes brand discovery, concept development, and cohesive design systems built to ensure visual consistency across all touchpoints.

NFT Design & Marketing

Stand out in the Web3 space with original NFT artwork and smart contract integration designed for your brand and your audience. Services include custom digital collectibles, blockchain development, and token integration for branded NFT campaigns, marketplaces, and experiences.

Website Design & Coding

Create a seamless user experience with professionally designed, responsive websites that combine strong visuals, user-friendly navigation, and clean, optimized code. Services cover everything from wireframes and UI design to front-end development, CMS integration, and performance optimization for speed and accessibility.

Mobile App Design & Coding

Bring your mobile ideas to life with intuitive, user-centric app designs and expert development for iOS, Android, or cross-platform solutions. Services include UX/UI design, prototyping, front-end and back-end development, and testing for performance, functionality, and scalability.

Motion Graphics & Video

Grab attention and tell your brand story with custom motion graphics and videos that elevate your message across every customer touchpoint. Projects range from animated explainers and product demos to social video ads and branded motion design for websites, presentations, and more.

SEO & Content Marketing

Boost your search rankings and drive long-term organic traffic with high-quality SEO-optimized content that is designed with your audience in mind. Services include keyword strategy, blog writing, content calendars, and on-page optimization designed to improve visibility and engagement.

Email Marketing & Campaigns

From automation to segmentation, increase engagement with targeted, email campaigns that nurture leads, re-engage customers, and drive consistent conversions. Get campaign strategy, copywriting, visual design, A/B testing, and performance tracking to optimize deliverability and click-through rates and meet your email marketing goals.

Marketing Audit & Strategy

Eliminate bottlenecks and uncover growth opportunities with a comprehensive audit and a custom-built marketing strategy. Covers competitive analysis, audience targeting, and channel recommendations—designed to align resources and maximize long-term performance.

Social Media & Digital Ads

Build a powerful online presence and reach new audiences with scroll-stopping content, platform-specific strategies, and data-driven digital ad campaigns. Covers creative asset production, campaign planning, paid ads, and performance-optimized visuals tailor-made for platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and more.

Account-Based Marketing

Reach, engage, and convert your high-value accounts through hyper-personalized campaigns that align sales and marketing for maximum ROI. Includes targeted messaging, creative assets, and multi-touch strategies designed to connect with key decision-makers and drive meaningful engagement.

Copy & Content Writing

Copy & Content Writing

Get impactful copy that connects and converts — crafted to match your brand voice, meet your business goals, and move your audience to action. Copy & content writing services include website copy, ad headlines, product descriptions, email content, and long-form assets like blogs, whitepapers, and case studies.

Packaging & Labels

Packaging & Labels

Turn heads in-store and online with packaging and label designs that blend creativity, clarity, and compliance. Packaging & label design services include everything from structural design and visual branding to production-ready files tailored for retail, DTC, and digital marketplaces.

Graphic Design & Illustration

Graphic Design & Illustration

Enhance your brand’s visual identity and make a lasting impression with custom graphics and illustrations crafted by top US-based creatives. Includes infographics, editorial art, icon sets, branded visuals, and custom illustrations designed to elevate your digital and print marketing assets.

Marketing Collateral

Marketing Collateral

Get beautifully designed brochures, flyers, postcards, and more — designed to match your brand and support every stage of your customers’ journeys. Services cover layout design, print-ready formatting, and campaign integration for digital and physical marketing materials.

Presentation & Publication

Presentation & Publication

Turn slides, reports, and publications into polished, on-brand assets that communicate your message clearly and leave a lasting impression. Presentation & publication services include layout design, data visualization, and formatting for pitch decks, eBooks, whitepapers, and print or digital publications.

Logo & Branding Design

Logo & Branding Design

Build a strong foundation for your brand with custom logos, visual identities, and brand guidelines that reflect your values and help you stand out in a crowd. Includes brand discovery, concept development, and cohesive design systems built to ensure visual consistency across all touchpoints.

NFT Design & Marketing

NFT Design & Marketing

Stand out in the Web3 space with original NFT artwork and smart contract integration designed for your brand and your audience. Services include custom digital collectibles, blockchain development, and token integration for branded NFT campaigns, marketplaces, and experiences.

Website Design & Coding

Website Design & Coding

Create a seamless user experience with professionally designed, responsive websites that combine strong visuals, user-friendly navigation, and clean, optimized code. Services cover everything from wireframes and UI design to front-end development, CMS integration, and performance optimization for speed and accessibility.

Mobile App Design & Coding

Mobile App Design & Coding

Bring your mobile ideas to life with intuitive, user-centric app designs and expert development for iOS, Android, or cross-platform solutions. Services include UX/UI design, prototyping, front-end and back-end development, and testing for performance, functionality, and scalability.

Motion Graphics & Video

Motion Graphics & Video

Grab attention and tell your brand story with custom motion graphics and videos that elevate your message across every customer touchpoint. Projects range from animated explainers and product demos to social video ads and branded motion design for websites, presentations, and more.

SEO & Content Marketing

SEO & Content Marketing

Boost your search rankings and drive long-term organic traffic with high-quality SEO-optimized content that is designed with your audience in mind. Services include keyword strategy, blog writing, content calendars, and on-page optimization designed to improve visibility and engagement.

Email Marketing & Campaigns

Email Marketing & Campaigns

From automation to segmentation, increase engagement with targeted, email campaigns that nurture leads, re-engage customers, and drive consistent conversions. Get campaign strategy, copywriting, visual design, A/B testing, and performance tracking to optimize deliverability and click-through rates and meet your email marketing goals.

Marketing Audit & Strategy

Marketing Audit & Strategy

Eliminate bottlenecks and uncover growth opportunities with a comprehensive audit and a custom-built marketing strategy. Covers competitive analysis, audience targeting, and channel recommendations—designed to align resources and maximize long-term performance.

Social Media & Digital Ads

Social Media & Digital Ads

Build a powerful online presence and reach new audiences with scroll-stopping content, platform-specific strategies, and data-driven digital ad campaigns. Covers creative asset production, campaign planning, paid ads, and performance-optimized visuals tailor-made for platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and more.

Account-Based Marketing

Account-Based Marketing

Reach, engage, and convert your high-value accounts through hyper-personalized campaigns that align sales and marketing for maximum ROI. Includes targeted messaging, creative assets, and multi-touch strategies designed to connect with key decision-makers and drive meaningful engagement.

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Why Companies in Chicago Choose Designity

Marketing & Creative Collaboration Inside a Fully Managed Process

100+ Creative & Marketing Services

Explore over 100 creative and marketing offerings, from brand development to growth-driven campaigns, with unlimited project submissions and revisions designed around your goals.

Dedicated Creative Directors

Partner with a Creative Director who acts as your main point of contact, shapes strategy, and keeps projects on track with support from project managers and strategists.

Top 3% of US-Based Talent

Gain access to the nation’s top 3% of vetted creatives, designers, developers, writers, and strategists, carefully selected to deliver excellence on every assignment.

Faster Turnaround Times

Launch projects sooner with transparent workflows, real-time tracking, and AI-powered tools that streamline execution while maintaining strong communication and quality.

Flexible, Cost-Efficient Plans

Choose from subscription plans that fit monthly, quarterly, or annual needs, saving up to 70% compared to traditional agencies while avoiding the overhead of full-time hires.

Brand-Trained AI Assistant

Speed up production with an AI assistant customized to your brand’s voice and style, while final outputs are always crafted and polished by human experts.

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Our Marketing  and Creative Talent  Network

Meet Our Creative Directors with 10+ Years of Marketing Success:
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Simon F.

Simon F.

Creative Director
Location:
Florida
Experience:
10+ Years
Industry Knowledge: Legal, Education, Engineering, Finance, Government, Healthcare & more
Areas of Expertise: Website Design, Graphic Design & Illustration, Digital Marketing
Amit A.

Amit A.

Creative Director
Location:
Canada
Experience:
15+ Years
Industry Knowledge: Autmotive, Food & Beverage, Restaurant, Fashion, Hospitality, Technology, Transportation & more
Areas of Expertise: Website Design, Graphic Design, Mobile App Design
Matthew W.

Matthew W.

Location:
New York
Experience:
10+ Years
Industry Knowledge: Healthcare, Hospitality, Education, Engineering, Food & Beverage, Fashion & more
Areas of Expertise: Graphic Design & Illustration, Content & Copywriting, Video Production
Kensie M.

Kensie M.

Creative Director
Location:
Utah
Experience:
15+ years
Industry Knowledge: E-com & Retail, Food & Beverage, Professional Services, Technology & Internet, Software & Cybersecurity & more
Areas of Expertise: Graphic Design + Branding, Mobile Apps + UIUX, Website Design
Sitara D.

Sitara D.

Creative Director
Location:
California
Experience:
16+ Years
Industry Knowledge: Education, Fashion, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Gaming, Government, Health Care & Medical, Hospitality, Manufacturing, News Agency, Non-Profit, Real Estate, Sports & Entertainment, Technology, Transportation, Wellness & Fitnes
Areas of Expertise: Graphic Design, Website Design, Mobile App Design
Pooyan A.

Pooyan A.

Creative Director
Location:
Canada
Experience:
12+ Years
Industry Knowledge: Technology Services, eCommerce, Cybersecurity, Financial Services, Food, Health Services & more
Areas of Expertise: UX/UI, Branding & Logo Design, Website Design, Video Production, and Illustrations
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The Industries That We Serve Across Chicago

Retail

Boost in-store traffic, strengthen eCommerce performance, and reinforce brand identity with consistent, eye-catching creative.

Manufacturing

Clarify complex offerings, improve B2B communication, and support growth through thoughtful creative across digital and traditional channels.

Finance

Create clear, compliant marketing, from investor decks to lead-gen campaigns, that builds trust and drives engagement.

Cybersecurity

Simplify technical messaging, build credibility, and reach the right audiences with clear, confident creative.

SaaS

Tell compelling product stories, drive awareness, and support every stage of the customer journey with strategic creative.

Restaurant

Attract guests, build loyalty, and stay top of mind with menu design, local promotions, and creative campaigns

Fashion

Elevate brand perception through striking visuals, engaging campaigns, and digital experiences that spark connection.

Sports

Energize audiences, grow reach, and promote events or partnerships with impactful creative campaigns.

Entertainment

Make an impact with standout visuals, campaigns, and digital content that engage audiences and drive excitement.

Hospitality

Capture experiences, build trust, and inspire bookings through standout visuals and consistent, multi-channel campaigns.

Food

Bring products to life through engaging visuals, brand strategies, and packaging that pops across every channel.

Real Estate

Stand out with smart creative, targeted campaigns, and polished visuals, from residential listings to large-scale commercial projects.

Automotive

Increase foot traffic, grow visibility, and capture interest through compelling creative and targeted local campaigns.

Legal

Modernize your brand presence, communicate expertise, and attract ideal clients with clean, professional creative.

Healthcare

Deliver thoughtful, patient-focused content and campaigns that strengthen community trust and raise brand visibility.

Real Estate

Stand out with smart creative, targeted campaigns, and polished visuals, from residential listings to large-scale commercial projects.

Finance

Create clear, compliant marketing, from investor decks to lead-gen campaigns, that builds trust and drives engagement

Healthcare

Deliver thoughtful, patient-focused content and campaigns that strengthen community trust and raise brand visibility.

Food & Beverage

Bring products to life through engaging visuals, brand strategies, and packaging that pops across every channel.

Restaurants

From menu design to local promotions, Designity helps restaurants attract guests, build loyalty, and stay top of mind in competitive markets.

Automotive

Increase foot traffic, grow visibility, and capture interest through compelling creative and targeted local campaigns.

Retail

Boost in-store traffic, strengthen eCommerce performance, and reinforce brand identity with consistent, eye-catching creative.

Manufacturing

Clarify complex offerings, improve B2B communication, and support growth through thoughtful creative across digital and traditional channels.

Cybersecurity

Simplify technical messaging, build credibility, and reach the right audiences with clear, confident creative.

SaaS

Tell compelling product stories, drive awareness, and support every stage of the customer journey with strategic creative.

Fashion

Elevate brand perception through striking visuals, engaging campaigns, and digital experiences that spark connection.

Sports

Energize audiences, grow reach, and promote events or partnerships with impactful creative campaigns.

Hospitality

Capture experiences, build trust, and inspire bookings through standout visuals and consistent, multi-channel campaigns.

Legal

Modernize your brand presence, communicate expertise, and attract ideal clients with clean, professional creative.

Entertainment

Make an impact with standout visuals, campaigns, and digital content that engage audiences and drive excitement.

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Creative Marketing in Chicago

Opportunities and Challenges

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Our Marketing Case Studies from Happy Clients

Creative Project Managers Make the Difference

Design is very important to us. Having that lack all of a sudden made it quite significant. Besides having a fresh outside look from different people, the trial was a big factor to start working with Designity. It gave me and the team more confidence.
Mai Shi
Mai Shi
Marketing Director
Kung Fu Tea
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Our 5-Step  Marketing Campaign Launch Process

A Proven Framework to Plan, Execute, and Optimize Every Campaign

1. Schedule a Demo Call

Meet with an Account Executive to discuss your goals, see the platform in action, and confirm if Designity is a good fit.

2. Start a 2-Week Trial

Test drive 100+ services with no upfront payment. For the best experience, we suggest picking a project you can complete in two weeks.

3. Match with Your Creative Director

Get hand-matched with a Creative Director based on your industry, goals, and style, who will lead strategy and guide execution.

4. Kick Off Your First Project

Begin your trial with a kickoff call to align on goals as your Creative Director assembles a vetted team for success.

5. Build a Strategy, Roadmap, and Results

If you continue with Designity, your Creative Director builds a roadmap, tracks progress, and optimizes campaigns for lasting results.

Let’s Chat About Scaling Your Marketing  in Chicago.

Book a demo call with Designity to understand:

  • How our platform, processes, and workflow keep creative and marketing projects running smoothly
  • The 10+ years of expertise our Creative Directors bring across 100+ creative and marketing services
  • How our matching system pairs you quickly with the right Creative Director
  • How our flexible pricing and add-ons can fit your goals and budget

Our Marketing  Tech Stack for Chicago Businesses

We Integrate Seamlessly with Your Tools — and More:

SEO Tools

Semrush
Ahrefs
Google Search Console
Google Keyword Planner

Design Tools

PowerPoint
Sketch
Midjourney
DALL-E
Adobe Suite
Figma
Canva
Framer
Google Suite

Analytics Platforms

Google Analytics
GA4
HubSpot
Tableau
Locker Studio
Domo
Power BI

CSM/Web Platforms

Webflow
Wordpress
Shopify
Wix

Project Management

Asana
ClickUp
Slack
Zoom
Meets
Miro

Paid Media Platforms

Google Ads
LinkedIn Ads
Meta Ads
Twitter (X) Ads
TikTok Ads
Reddit Ads
Programmatic

Trusted by Top Brands  in Chicago and Nationwide

Designity works with Chicago companies and businesses nationwide to ramp up marketing through its Creative-as-a-Service model. With US-based Creative Directors and the top 3% of creative and marketing talent, we deliver high-impact results without the overhead of in-house hires or the headaches of managing freelancers.

Other locations we operate in +

Atlanta

San Diego

Los Angeles

Dallas

New York

Boston

Chicago

Philadelphia

Minneapolis

Utah

Pittsburgh

Florida

Kansas City

Michigan

Orlando

Seattle

Denver

Ohio

Miami

North Carolina

California

Austin

Houston

Cincinnati

Virginia

Nashville

New Hampshire

New York City

Salt Lake City

Maryland

Arizona

Fort Worth

Phoenix

Tampa

Boise

Colorado

San Francisco

Charlotte

Rhode Island

Alaska

Charleston

Massachusetts

New Jersey

Indianapolis

Texas

Minnesota

Connecticut

Pennsylvania

San Jose

Des Moines

Portland

Detroit

Iowa

Milwaukee

Georgia

Louisiana

Maine

Baton Rouge

St. Louis

Columbus

Richmond

Omaha

Wisconsin

Tennessee

FAQ

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What should I look for in an advertising agency in Chicago?

Look for an agency with deep Chicago experience, a portfolio of local clients, and services that match your goals, whether it’s branding, digital campaigns, or content development. The strongest agencies understand Chicago’s competitive energy and know how to position your brand effectively in the city’s crowded market.

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How can a creative agency in Chicago help my brand stand out?

Chicago is home to industries from healthcare to finance to manufacturing, and the competition is intense. A creative agency with local insights can craft strategies that resonate with Chicago audiences, while also positioning your brand for visibility on a national stage.

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Why should I choose a design agency with Chicago market experience?

Partnering with a Chicago-based agency means working with people who understand the city’s mix of legacy corporations and innovative startups. They know the pulse of local consumers and how to design campaigns that feel authentic to Chicago’s culture while staying competitive.

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What creative services do Chicago businesses need most?

Many companies in Chicago rely on a blend of branding, SEO, digital advertising, social media, and content marketing. A strong agency integrates these services into a cohesive strategy that builds awareness and drives measurable business results.

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Can a creative agency help my Chicago brand expand beyond the city?

Yes. While rooted in Chicago’s market, most agencies also create campaigns that scale nationally and globally. They leverage SEO, paid media, and social campaigns to ensure your brand reaches customers well outside Illinois.

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Do Chicago agencies provide both digital and traditional marketing?

They do. From web design, SEO, and digital advertising to print, outdoor media, and event activations, many agencies in Chicago blend online and offline tactics to maximize impact.

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How does Chicago’s competitive market shape marketing strategies?

In Chicago, companies compete for attention in nearly every industry. That’s why agencies here often push bold creative concepts, data-driven targeting, and storytelling approaches that cut through the noise and grab consumer attention.

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How important is SEO for Chicago businesses?

SEO is critical in Chicago’s crowded digital space. Whether you’re targeting neighborhood-level searches or broader metro audiences, a strong SEO strategy ensures your business shows up ahead of competitors in search results.

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Which industries do Chicago marketing agencies typically work with?

Agencies in Chicago often specialize in industries like healthcare, finance, manufacturing, technology, real estate, and professional services. Many also collaborate with startups and mid-sized businesses looking to scale in one of the nation’s most competitive markets.

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How much should I expect to invest in a Chicago creative agency?

Costs vary depending on scope and agency structure. Many agencies charge retainers or project-based fees, but Designity provides a flexible subscription model that lets you scale up or down, or even pause, giving Chicago businesses more control over their budget.

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How do Chicago agencies adapt to the city’s diverse audience?

Chicago is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the US, and agencies here often specialize in tailoring campaigns to resonate across different communities. By blending inclusive messaging with localized targeting, they help brands build trust and relevance in a city that thrives on diversity.

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