How Much Does a Presentation Design Agency Cost?

Let’s be honest: presentations are hard.

Even experienced presenters struggle to make their slides concise, engaging, and on-brand, let alone craft a clear and compelling narrative across dozens (or hundreds) of slides. 

Whether you’re pitching investors, presenting a keynote, or rallying your internal team, there’s a huge difference between just showing slides and truly telling a story. That’s where a presentation design agency comes in. 

But presentation design agencies aren’t just production shops that churn out visuals. The right presentation design agency is a strategic partner that assesses your content, frames it for your audience, and builds a presentation that gives you the confidence to present at your best.

So how much does it cost to hire one—and what are you actually paying for?

The short answer: it depends. The long answer? That’s what this post is here to unpack. From project scope to pricing tiers, we’ll walk you through what determines cost, what services a presentation design agency offers, and how to know if it’s the right investment for your next big moment.

What services does a presentation design agency offer?

A big part of what a presentation design agency does is right there in the name: they design presentations. But often, folks hear “design” and think the agency is only there to make slides look better. And while that’s a big part of what a presentation partner can offer, there’s so much more to the story – and the service.

Because every presentation is unique, the process can vary case by case. Depending on your needs, a presentation design agency might:

• Redesign your presentation to update the visuals or branding

• Refine your content to strengthen the overall story

• Create a custom template for your brand

• Build motion graphics, animations, or embedded videos

• Develop custom infographics or illustrations

• Design supplemental assets like one-pagers or digital handouts

• Ensure everything aligns with your brand and audience goals

Some agencies focus strictly on design. Others, like us, offer end-to-end support—from content strategy and messaging to final formatting. The goal isn’t just to create pretty slides; it’s to help you deliver a presentation that’s clear, cohesive, and memorable.

How much does working with a presentation design agency cost?

The answer, as with most creative projects, is: it depends.

At VerdanaBold, we never price by the slide, and most presentation design agencies don’t. That’s because slides are not presentations, and the goal is to create a complete piece that you feel good about presenting, not just to design as many visuals as possible in a day.

But every presentation also comes with its own nuances. Some are starting from an existing presentation and just need a refresh, and some start with a conversation and get built from scratch. Some are packed with custom infographics and dense data, while others rely on high-impact visuals for big stages. A flat, slide-by-slide pricing model wouldn’t ensure that you are getting the best work in each of these cases.

Another truth about all presentations is that budgets matter. A good agency will work within your budget to recommend an approach that delivers the most value.

Presentation design work, like presentations themselves, are a collaborative process. You know you have the right partner when they are there to work with you, not just design slides and leave you to figure out the rest.

What other factors can influence the cost of presentation design?

Beyond the general scope and type of presentation you need designed, there are other specific elements that can drive the cost of a presentation design partner. 

Slide count and visual complexity: is this a 10-slide readout, or a 100-slide national sales meeting presentation? Is it primarily text driven, or does it rely on complex, custom graphics?

Story and copywriting: most presenters prefer to drive their own content, but some want support with elevating slides into a needs cohesive story, or help tightening up their content to feel more clear and concise.

Animation and interactivity: Want slides that build on their own, or custom elements that add to your visual polish and wow-factor? Anything is possible with PowerPoint animation.

What are the timelines for presentation design?

The reality of almost every presentation is that the timelines are always short. And because many presentations are collaborative and custom, it’s standard to work on them right up to the last minute. 

A good presentation design agency understands that speed is often the name of the game. Many projects will begin production as soon as you send over the content, and your deadline is always the deciding factor in the schedule. For some projects, like branded templates or large scheduled meetings (for example, NSM or Investor Day), the timeline might last a bit longer due to the scope of the ask. 

Bottom line: deadlines drive the schedule.

Can I edit the slides a presentation design agency makes for me?

Yes. Presentations are meant to evolve—whether that means updating numbers, moving slides, or reworking content for different audiences.

All of the presentations we create are fully editable. That includes the text, visuals, data visualizations, and just about everything else in the file. But we are always happy to help you with future updates as well. That’s why we are a strategic partner, not a one-time vendor.

Who hires presentation design agencies—and why?

The simple answer is “anyone who wants a better presentation.”

There is no typical client for our presentation design agency. We’ve worked with Fortune 500 teams preparing for investor days, to global brands needing branded sales enablement tools, and startups raising their Series A. 

Many of our clients fall into the tech, healthcare, and CPG industries, but we’ve seen (and designed) it all. Despite all this variety, there are a few common reasons why clients turn to us for presentation design support:

• They have a big presentation that needs both polish and strategy

• They don’t have an internal team who can handle a large template project

• They want to take their brand and presentations to the next level

How do presentation design agencies handle confidential information?

Presentations often contain your most sensitive business content, like financials, product roadmaps, and internal strategy. So in order to maintain the trust of our clients, we take confidentiality very seriously.

Our agency regularly operates under NDAs, and we follow security best practices that protect your information. That’s also why you’ll see very little of our work in a public portfolio—because client trust comes first.

How do I know that presentation design is worth the investment?

A presentation can win funding, land a client, or define your reputation. If the stakes are high, presentation design is a strategic investment

The right presentation design agency can take your ideas and add polish, professionalism, and consistency to your slides, and that can mean the difference between presenting and succeeding.

Want to know what your presentation design project would cost?

We make it fast and easy to get an estimate for your project. Get in touch and we’ll give you a realistic quote based on your slides, timeline, and budget—no strings attached.

Frequently Asked Questions about presentation design

How do I know if I need an agency or just a freelance designer?

If your project is strategic, high-profile, or involves multiple stakeholders/presenters, an agency provides the structure, skillset, and creative experience freelancers often can’t offer.

Can I start with a small project before committing to a full agency engagement?

Of course! We scope everything by the project, so you are never locked into a contract. You can work with us one time, once a month, or once a year. It all depends on your needs.

Do agencies offer presentation templates for internal teams or in-house agencies?

Absolutely. We often create custom-branded templates to help internal teams build presentations faster, without sacrificing quality or consistency.

How is working with an agency different from using AI design tools or slide templates?

AI tools and pre-built templates are efficient, but they’re not strategic. They can’t think like your audience or tailor your message, and ultimately they leave the design up to you to finalize. An experienced agency offers human insight, collaboration, and strategy aligned to real business goals. AI tools also don’t offer the confidentiality and flexibility that an NDA with an agency gives you.

About the author

Kyle Kartz is the Creative Director of Storytelling at VerdanaBold. He is an expert copywriter and strategist, with experience driving major campaigns for global brands in multiple industries. He is passionate about communications, the outdoors, and cooking.