Leading branding agency empowering startups and established businesses to build category-defining brands and deliver results.
Red Antler builds brands for startups and new ventures, helping businesses tell their story and stay relevant in a rapidly changing world. With a focus on innovation and a passion for what's next, they work with companies to bring new ideas to life and retain category leadership.
Our take on Red Antler
Red Antler has carved out a distinctive position in the branding landscape as the go-to agency for building category-defining startup brands. Based in Brooklyn, New York, the agency has helped launch some of the most recognized direct-to-consumer brands of the past decade.
Their portfolio includes foundational branding work for Casper, Allbirds, Brandless, and numerous other companies that have disrupted traditional industries. This track record demonstrates their expertise in creating brands that resonate with modern consumers and stand out in crowded marketplaces.
Red Antler's approach integrates brand strategy with visual identity, messaging, and digital experiences. They understand the unique challenges facing startups—limited resources, intense competition, and the need to build trust quickly—and have developed methodologies specifically suited to these contexts.
The agency also works with established companies seeking brand refresh or repositioning, bringing their startup sensibility to larger organizations looking to inject new energy into their brands. For entrepreneurs and businesses seeking to create distinctive, memorable brands with modern appeal, Red Antler offers proven expertise and creative excellence.
Verified credentials and recognition earned by Red Antler
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Top Rated
This agency has an exceptional AgencyCluster score of 80+.
15+ Years
Established in 2007. Over 15 years of experience.
Mid-Size
Medium (51-200)
Rankings earned on AgencyCluster
Common questions about Red Antler.
Red Antler has earned rankings on 5 AgencyCluster lists: Top 10 Branding & Creative Design, Top 10 Branding & Creative Design in New York, Top 25 Branding & Creative Design, and 2 more. Their highest AgencyCluster Score is 97/100. Rankings are merit-based and determined by evidence across six evaluation pillars — agencies cannot pay for higher positions.
In our evaluation for Branding & Creative Design, Red Antler scores 97/100 overall. Their strongest areas are Credibility, Proof of Work & Outcomes, Reputation, Category Fit, Freshness, Delivery Maturity. A high Outcomes score means they have verifiable case studies with measurable results — the most heavily weighted factor in our methodology.
Red Antler was founded in 2007, giving them over a decade of experience in branding & creative design. In an industry where many agencies are less than 5 years old, 19+ years of sustained operations signals stability, client retention, and the ability to adapt through multiple technology cycles. Today, the team is mid-size.
A comprehensive brand identity project (strategy + design) costs $30K–$150K. Logo and visual identity alone ranges from $10K–$50K. Brand guidelines and asset system creation costs $15K–$60K. Enterprise rebrands can exceed $250K. These are industry benchmarks for branding & creative design agencies at the level AgencyCluster curates. Actual pricing for Red Antler will depend on project scope, timeline, and complexity — contact the agency directly for a custom quote.
Yes. Red Antler has been vetted and verified by AgencyCluster's editorial team through a rigorous, multi-factor review process. Unlike self-serve directories, AgencyCluster does not accept automated submissions — every agency is evaluated manually before being published. Our vetting covers identity verification (website, LinkedIn, domain age), business legitimacy (years of operation, team size, registered presence), evidence of work (case studies, portfolio, client outcomes), reputation checks across third-party platforms, activeness and freshness of their online presence, and screening for red flags including misconduct, fraud, or misleading claims. Agencies that fail any critical check are not listed. For Red Antler, verified signals include a functioning website, LinkedIn company profile, 19+ years of operating history (founded 2007), 5 earned rankings on curated top lists.
