Logo Design Tutorial

What is a Logo?

A logo is a symbol that represents the identity of an organization, product, brand, or idea. It is a key part of a brand’s identity and often the first impression people have of the business or entity it represents. Effective logo design aims to communicate the essence of the brand, its values, and its mission in a memorable, versatile, and visually appealing way.

The World’s Most Expensive Logos

Logo design can indeed be quite expensive, especially for major brands. Here are some of the most expensive logos ever designed:

Logo NameCostLogo
SymantecThe logo and brand acquisition cost a staggering $1.28 billionSymantec Logo
BP (British Petroleum)The logo redesign in 2000 reportedly cost $211 million, including branding and marketing.British Petroleum Logo
AccentureThe logo design cost $100 millionAccenture-Logo
Posten NorgeThe rebranding, including the logo, cost $55 millionPosten Logo
ANZAustralia & New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ) Logo, cost $15 millionANZ Logo
BBCTheir logo revamp in 1997 cost $1.8 millionBBC Logo
CitiBank1.5 millionCitibank logo
PepsiThe 2008 logo redesign cost approximately $1 million.PEPSI LOGO

These high prices often reflect the extensive research, design expertise, and strategic branding efforts involved.

Price Range for High-End Logo Design:

  1.  Freelancers: Experienced freelance designers may charge between $1,000 and $10,000 for a logo, depending on their expertise.
  2. Design Studios/Agencies: Mid-sized agencies often charge between $10,000 and $50,000 for logo design as part of a comprehensive branding package.
  3.  Top-Tier Agencies: Renowned agencies like Pentagram or Landor can charge anywhere from $50,000 to over $1,000,000, depending on the scale and prestige of the project.