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We are a Los Angeles based creative agency specializing in strategic branding and design.

5.0(14 reviews)
Los Angeles, California1-10 employees2015
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About Ozan Karakoc Design Studio

We help brands evolve, resonate, and grow by creating distinctive strategies and world-class design that serve as their roadmap for tomorrow.

Founded by Ozan Karakoc, an award-winning designer and creative director with 25+ years of experience, the studio works as a "design partner" rather than a vendor. We stay close to the business, ask the hard questions early, and build brand systems that keep working long after launch.

SERVICES

— Brand strategy: brand audits, positioning, core values, personas, customer research

— Naming and messaging: company and product naming, taglines, brand voice, copywriting

— Brand identity: logo design, visual identity systems, brand guidelines

— Packaging and print: product packaging, ads, brochures, book design

— Digital: website and app UI/UX, social media design

— Motion: 2D/3D animation, video and explainer content

Over the years we have worked with pioneer brands including Google, Toyota, Expedia, Carvana, Hilton, Fox Sports, Travel Channel, Monster Energy, Tupperware and Princeton University, as well as visionary start-ups that turned to success stories such as Flo, Elevation, Jurny and more.

APPROACH

Our core executive team consists of two partners, a brand strategist and a brand designer, with 25+ years of experience each. When a project calls for additional expertise, we build a tailored team from our network of 34 exceptionally talented creators that include Emmy award nominee videographers, Hollywood level 3D artists, world class font designers, and more.

Services

Service Categories

Marketing Strategy

Industries Served(20)

Consumer & Retail
AutomotiveBeauty & Personal CareConsumer Packaged Goods (CPG)Fashion & ApparelFood & BeverageHome & GardenSports & Fitness
Financial Services
Private Equity & Venture Capital

Team

OK

Ozan Karakoc

Founder, President

GS

Günter Soydanbay

Brand Strategist

Case Studies

Reviews

5.0

Based on 14 reviews

Quality5.0
Schedule5.0
Cost5.0
Willing to refer5.0
Gunter Soydanbay - Soydanbay Consulting
Sep 2026

As a creative director, Ozan has a natural gift for turning ideas into reality. He is a highly pensive individual, who creates out of box visions for brands on a regular basis. As a true gentleman, Ozan genuinely cares about his clients, the development and the psyche of his team, and aesthetic concerns. Moreover, he does all that with a serene sense of responsibility, which I observed to be contagious. If you’re looking for a creative mind, who could deliver high-value and high-impact results, motivate and teach his team, set a high aesthetic bar, and establish a culture of mutual respect, then Ozan Karakoc is the man you’re looking for.

Quality: 5.0Schedule: 5.0Cost: 5.0Willing to Refer: 5.0
Flavia Arsenault - Yellow Bob
Sep 2026

I’ve known Ozan for years, and I’ve always found him to be a superlative professional and designer. Everything he creates, he creates from the heart and with meaning behind it. He goes above and beyond to service his clients and always has their best interests in mind, without ego. He also gives back to the design community through AIGA. I highly recommend working with Ozan anytime, any way! You’ll be in for a treat.

Quality: 5.0Schedule: 5.0Cost: 5.0Willing to Refer: 5.0
Luis Cardenas - Beyondtech
Sep 2026

If I need to define working with Ozan Karakoc Design Studio with only one word, I would go with ‘comfortable’. In the past, we worked with several designers who just follow rules and guidelines, but with Ozan, it was quite different. He achieved to manifest the message of the Beyondtech brand to the customer, not only with good design, but also with a fine strategy to redefine the brand promise and deliver the key messages of our brand. The result is more brand awareness, clean and elegant work, and best of all, a ‘partner’ who is really easy to work with, even with 10 hours of time-zone difference.

Quality: 5.0Schedule: 5.0Cost: 5.0Willing to Refer: 5.0
Rob Rodgers - Medutopia
Sep 2026

I didn’t have any clue where to get started with logo creation and brand strategy. During an exhaustive search, I repeatedly came across Ozan Karakoc Design Studio. (…) The guy is simply brilliant and he thinks of everything. Granted, there are a lot of designers out there, but finding the one who truly cares about you as a client is rarity in my opinion. Ozan cares. If you are looking for a designer to help you build your dream, this is the guy for you.

Quality: 5.0Schedule: 5.0Cost: 5.0Willing to Refer: 5.0
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# Ozan Karakoc Design Studio

We are a Los Angeles based creative agency specializing in strategic branding and design.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaEst. 20151-10
★★★★★5.0/5 (14 reviews)

## Overview

We help brands evolve, resonate, and grow by creating distinctive strategies and world-class design that serve as their roadmap for tomorrow. Founded by Ozan Karakoc, an award-winning designer and creative director with 25+ years of experience, the studio works as a "design partner" rather than a vendor. We stay close to the business, ask the hard questions early, and build brand systems that keep working long after launch. SERVICES — Brand strategy: brand audits, positioning, core values, personas, customer research — Naming and messaging: company and product naming, taglines, brand voice, copywriting — Brand identity: logo design, visual identity systems, brand guidelines — Packaging and print: product packaging, ads, brochures, book design — Digital: website and app UI/UX, social media design — Motion: 2D/3D animation, video and explainer content Over the years we have worked with pioneer brands including Google, Toyota, Expedia, Carvana, Hilton, Fox Sports, Travel Channel, Monster Energy, Tupperware and Princeton University, as well as visionary start-ups that turned to success stories such as Flo, Elevation, Jurny and more. APPROACH Our core executive team consists of two partners, a brand strategist and a brand designer, with 25+ years of experience each. When a project calls for additional expertise, we build a tailored team from our network of 34 exceptionally talented creators that include Emmy award nominee videographers, Hollywood level 3D artists, world class font designers, and more.

## Services

  • - Branding(Primary)
  • - Advertising
  • - Market Research
  • - Marketing Strategy
  • - Social Media Marketing
  • - Creative Direction
  • - Editorial & Presentation Design
  • - Environmental & Signage Design
  • - Graphic Design
  • - Packaging Design

### Specializations

  • - Brand Storytelling
  • - Trend Analysis & Forecasting
  • - Keynote & PowerPoint Design
  • - Social Media Graphics
  • - Print Design
  • - Brand Guidelines
  • - Rebranding
  • - Retail & Shopper Marketing
  • - Packaging Dieline Design
  • - Annual Report Design
  • - Poster & Banner Design
  • - Visual Identity System
  • - Brand Audit
  • - Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH)
  • - Book Cover Design
  • - Stationery Design
  • - Campaign Creative Direction
  • - Environmental Graphics
  • - Investor Deck Design
  • - Sales Deck Design
  • - Brand Guidelines & Standards
  • - Visual Storytelling
  • - Color System Design
  • - Brand Positioning
  • - Typography & Lettering
  • - Social Media Graphics
  • - Brand Messaging & Voice
  • - Brand Refresh
  • - Brand Collateral Design
  • - Digital Signage
  • - Pitch Deck Design
  • - Vehicle Wrap Design
  • - Brand Identity Systems
  • - Iconography
  • - eBook & Digital Publication Design
  • - Merchandise & Apparel Design
  • - Creative Strategy
  • - B2B Advertising
  • - Logo Design
  • - Survey Design & Analysis
  • - Banner & Ad Design
  • - Competitive Analysis
  • - Menu Design
  • - Exterior Signage
  • - Brand Collateral
  • - Book Interior Layout
  • - Social Media Advertising
  • - Creative Strategy
  • - Presentation Template Design
  • - Brand Positioning
  • - Catalog Design
  • - Icon & Symbol Design
  • - Personal Branding
  • - Wayfinding Design
  • - Art Direction
  • - Infographic Design
  • - Print Advertising
  • - Retail Packaging
  • - Interior Signage
  • - Product Packaging
  • - Survey Design & Execution
  • - Shipping & E-commerce Packaging
  • - In-Depth Interviews
  • - Luxury Packaging
  • - Brand Perception Research
  • - Out-of-Home Advertising
  • - Icon & Pictogram Design
  • - Brochure & Flyer Design
  • - Packaging Mockup & Visualization
  • - Newsletter Design
  • - Logo Design
  • - Brand Naming
  • - Tone of Voice
  • - Brand Positioning
  • - Magazine Layout Design
  • - Social Media Graphics
  • - Signage & Large Format
  • - Typography Design
  • - Brand Architecture
  • - Ad Copywriting
  • - Market Sizing & Opportunity Analysis
  • - Audience & Segmentation Research
  • - Branded Environment Design
  • - Visual Identity Design
  • - Brand Messaging
  • - Brand Creative Direction
  • - Trend Forecasting
  • - Presentation Design
  • - Color Palette Design
  • - Brand Style Guides
  • - Vehicle Wrap Design
  • - Wall Mural Design
  • - Food & Beverage Packaging
  • - Typography Selection
  • - Logo Design
  • - Multicultural Advertising
  • - Email Template Design
  • - Naming & Verbal Identity
  • - Tagline Development
  • - Luxury Branding
  • - Subscription Box Packaging
  • - Business Card Design
  • - Brand Tracking & Measurement
  • - Brand Strategy

### Industries Served

  • - Automotive
  • - Beauty & Personal Care
  • - Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)
  • - Fashion & Apparel
  • - Food & Beverage
  • - Home & Garden
  • - Sports & Fitness
  • - Private Equity & Venture Capital
  • - Energy & Utilities
  • - Logistics & Supply Chain
  • - Film & Television
  • - Publishing & Media
  • - Sports & Live Events
  • - Architecture & Design
  • - Commercial Real Estate
  • - Events & Conferences
  • - Tourism & Travel Tech
  • - Restaurants & Food Service
  • - EdTech & Online Learning
  • - Hotels & Resorts

## Team

NameTitle
Ozan KarakocFounder, President
Günter SoydanbayBrand Strategist

## Case Studies

### Smart Branding for a Smart Energy Provider

Client: ElevationYear: 2023

We've reshaped the energy solutions provider Elevation in every way, starting from brand strategy. We've recreated their logo and the entire visual identity, along with packaging designs, print ads, presentation decks, trade show booths, vehicle wraps, websites, mobile apps, social media ads and more.

We came to OK with a significant design and branding challenge. We needed to build a brand that served both B2B and B2C audiences, combining multiple products and services together in one cohesive experience. Not only did they embrace that challenge with open arms, but they also led us through a very thoughtful brand strategy that made it easy for us to involve and engage the larger company. When it came time to unveil the new brand, we had the foundation of a strong process to tell the story and gain support. Their thoughtful work and beautiful design helped us further define our identity both in visual communication and also in the culture of our company. Today, OK is our trusted brand partner and we are proud to consider it an extension of our team.Christy Shannon

### Transforming a Dumbbell Company Into a Fitness Brand

Client: SMRTFTYear: 2024

SMRTFT is a premium fitness brand known for its professional grade adjustable dumbbells and sleek sports apparel. We've rebranded SMRTFT and helped it reach its true potential by creating a comprehensive and consistent design system.

## Recent Reviews

★★★★★5/5

By: Gunter Soydanbay, Soydanbay Consulting

As a creative director, Ozan has a natural gift for turning ideas into reality. He is a highly pensive individual, who creates out of box visions for brands on a regular basis. As a true gentleman, Ozan genuinely cares about his clients, the development and the psyche of his team, and aesthetic concerns. Moreover, he does all that with a serene sense of responsibility, which I observed to be contagious. If you’re looking for a creative mind, who could deliver high-value and high-impact results, motivate and teach his team, set a high aesthetic bar, and establish a culture of mutual respect, then Ozan Karakoc is the man you’re looking for.

★★★★★5/5

By: Flavia Arsenault, Yellow Bob

I’ve known Ozan for years, and I’ve always found him to be a superlative professional and designer. Everything he creates, he creates from the heart and with meaning behind it. He goes above and beyond to service his clients and always has their best interests in mind, without ego. He also gives back to the design community through AIGA. I highly recommend working with Ozan anytime, any way! You’ll be in for a treat.

★★★★★5/5

By: Luis Cardenas, Beyondtech

If I need to define working with Ozan Karakoc Design Studio with only one word, I would go with ‘comfortable’. In the past, we worked with several designers who just follow rules and guidelines, but with Ozan, it was quite different. He achieved to manifest the message of the Beyondtech brand to the customer, not only with good design, but also with a fine strategy to redefine the brand promise and deliver the key messages of our brand. The result is more brand awareness, clean and elegant work, and best of all, a ‘partner’ who is really easy to work with, even with 10 hours of time-zone difference.

★★★★★5/5

By: Rob Rodgers, Medutopia

I didn’t have any clue where to get started with logo creation and brand strategy. During an exhaustive search, I repeatedly came across Ozan Karakoc Design Studio. (…) The guy is simply brilliant and he thinks of everything. Granted, there are a lot of designers out there, but finding the one who truly cares about you as a client is rarity in my opinion. Ozan cares. If you are looking for a designer to help you build your dream, this is the guy for you.

## Quick Facts

  • - Hourly Rate: $120–$250
  • - Min Project Size: $4,000
  • - Engagement: Project-Based, Retainer

## Badges & Recognition

  • - Most ViewedTop 10% in profile views for their categories
  • - EstablishedAwarded to agencies with 10+ years of operation.
  • - Top RatedAwarded to agencies with high average ratings and consistent review quality.
  • - Client FavoriteHighest willing-to-refer rating among peers
  • - 10 ReviewsReceived 10+ client reviews on 50Pros
  • - Based in USAAwarded to agencies headquartered in the United States.

## Locations

  • - Los Angeles, California(HQ)

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