Great Design Shouldn't Break the Bank 
Fast-growing companies deserve exceptional design without the exceptional costs. Access our full-service design team through the Design Accelerator—for less than the cost of a single in-house hire.
Expert Design, Without the Commitment
Design Accelerator
Full-Service Design Team
Your Full-Service Design Team
Design Accelerator
Tired of Freelancers? Hiring Too Pricey?
We get it. Design shouldn't be this hard:
- Recruiting designers takes weeks and costs thousands
- In-house teams can't possibly have every specialized skill
- Freelancers are hit or miss—and managing them eats up too much time.
Designed for Fast
Moving Teams
Don’t take our word for it. Here’s what they’re saying:
Great design isn’t just about looking good—it’s about clarity, consistency, and impact.
Design Centered Co. has been a true partner in helping us build a brand that people recognize and trust. Their fractional design services give us access to high-quality strategy and execution without the overhead of a full-time team. If you're a startup or small business looking to scale with smart, effective design solutions, this is the team you want in your corner.
Design Centered Co. delivered high-quality marketing materials that clearly communicated the purpose and impact of our initiatives.
They helped us refresh our branding guidebook, making it more practical and easier for teams across the organization to use. Their work on reports and print collateral, including materials for our partnership event with MEC, significantly improved the consistency and professionalism of our outreach.
SpyQuest is a game-changer—literally!
Design Centered Co. nailed it, creating a product that not only will boosts cyber-safe behaviors in the federal Canadian public service but will also make learning enjoyable. Their attention to detail and user experience was outstanding.
Tunch Akkaya,
CEO at GameStart
Meghan Maack,
Manager, Cuso International
Ulrich Dorig,
Manager, Government of Canada
Your One-Stop Creative Team for Every Design Need
Don’t see it here?
Over 75% in savings compared to hiring an internal team.
That's before you factor in the saving from not having to acquire expensive design software.
Through our Design Accelerator we offers you top-tier expertise, strategy, and a full design and research stack. You get the power of a team, and the best talent for every task, on demand, at a fraction of the cost.
Design Accelerator
In-house Design
Chief Experience Officer
$13,000 /month
Design Manager
$10,000 / month
UX Researcher
$6,600 / month
UI Designer
$5,800 / month
All-in-One Design Subscription
One flexible plan. Every design skill you need—on demand.
YOU WILL GET 2-month pilot on a yearly plan
Need a custom plan?
If your project doesn’t fit in the above plans, or if you’d like to discuss before making up your mind, book a call with us.
Frequently asked questions
We’re gonna say it, these aren’t frequently asked, but we’ve added them here in case you we were wondering.
Can I cancel my subscription?
Yes! You can cancel your subscription at any time. For annual plans, you may be eligible for a partial refund if you cancel within the first 2 months.
Can I pause my subscription?
Yes, quarterly and annual plans can be paused for up to 14 days. During the pause, your remaining hours and plan benefits stay intact. All plans can be cancelled anytime.
Who is this service for?
The DCC Design Accelerator is built for startups, marketing teams, and growing businesses that need reliable, high-quality design—without the cost and complexity of hiring in-house. Whether you need graphic design, UX design, user research, or fractional design leadership, we act as your flexible, full-service design team.
What is the turnaround time?
Turnaround depends on the scope of your request, but many tasks are completed in as little as 24–48 hours. We’ll always provide an estimated delivery time after you submit your request. Our team works on business days, year-round.
Do I own the rights to the designs?
Absolutely. You own 100% of the work we deliver. All files are custom-created for your business, and we include source files (like PSD, AI, Figma, Sketch) along with export-ready formats (PDF, PNG, JPEG, SVG).
Let's hop on a call and see if we’re a good fit
We bet we're the missing puzzle piece you've been searching for.
Grow Together:
The Design Alliance Program
Expand Your Service Offering
Add design expertise to your portfolio without hiring staff
Earn 15% Commission
Receive recurring revenue for the lifetime of each referred client
Enhance Client Success
Help your clients achieve their goals with world-class design
Co-Marketing Opportunities
Joint webinars, content, and events to reach new audiences
