The Creative-as-a-Service market has evolved significantly as businesses seek access to high-quality US-based creative teams without the overhead of traditional agencies or the inconsistency of freelancer management. Designity has established itself in this space by offering dedicated Creative Directors who manage teams of vetted US-based creatives, positioning itself as a premium alternative to offshore freelancers and traditional creative agencies.
Understanding how different Creative-as-a-Service platforms work helps businesses make informed decisions about their creative needs. This review examines Designity objectively while comparing it to alternative approaches in the market, including services that offer different pricing structures and geographic coverage for various business requirements.
What is Designity?
Designity is a Creative-as-a-Service platform founded by Shahrouz Varshabi that provides US-based creative teams led by dedicated Creative Directors. The company operates with 154 employees and emphasizes their selective hiring process, accepting only the top 3% of US-based creatives from over 1,000 weekly applications.
The service positions itself as solving the problems of “limited and expensive in-house creative teams, slow and costly traditional creative agencies, and unreliable offshore freelancers” by providing vetted US-based talent managed through a structured Creative Director system. Their approach emphasizes strategic creative leadership rather than just execution.
Designity operates exclusively within US time zones and focuses on providing white-label services for agencies alongside direct client relationships. The company has built their model around dedicated Creative Directors who serve as single points of contact, managing specialized creatives and ensuring quality control throughout project development.
Designity Service
Designity provides over 100 design and marketing services through their Creative-as-a-Service model, covering website design and development, video production, digital marketing campaigns, branding, social media design, email marketing, SEO and content marketing, mobile app design, graphic design, packaging design, and copywriting services.
The service operates through dedicated Creative Directors who manage teams of specialized creatives based on project requirements. Each Creative Director brings over ten years of experience and serves as the strategic lead, project manager, and quality assurance specialist for client accounts.
All plans include unlimited project requests and revisions, brand-trained AI assistants, access to real-time competitive analysis, comprehensive project timelines, and full copyright ownership of completed work. The company emphasizes their mentorship approach, where emerging creatives work alongside senior professionals under Creative Director supervision.
Designity Pricing
Designity operates three main subscription tiers with premium pricing reflecting their US-based talent and Creative Director model. Their Plus plan costs $5,995 monthly and includes 120 dedicated hours, 24-hour turnaround for minor requests, 2 active creatives working on projects simultaneously, and access to a dedicated Creative Director, Project Manager, and Marketing Strategist.
The Premium plan costs $8,995 monthly and provides 180 dedicated hours, 12-hour turnaround for minor requests, 3 active creatives for simultaneous projects, and additional consultation hours. Their Custom plan starts at $6,000 monthly with tailored configurations for hours, creatives, and strategic support based on specific business needs.
All plans include quarterly discounts ($1,500 per quarter) and annual discounts ($10,800 per year) for longer commitments. Hours do not roll over for monthly plans, but quarterly plans allow up to 5 hours monthly rollover (15 hours maximum per quarter), while annual plans provide up to 10 hours monthly rollover (30 hours maximum per quarter).
Delivery and Communication
Designity provides 2-week trials with no upfront payment, allowing businesses to experience their Creative Director assignment and project delivery process. Communication happens through dedicated Creative Directors who conduct weekly video calls, comprehensive project timeline creation within 8 hours of kickoff calls, and managed collaboration through their proprietary platform.
The workflow includes Creative Director matching based on industry specialization, kickoff calls to discuss project requirements and goals, detailed timeline creation with phases and assigned creatives, and ongoing project management with guaranteed deadline adherence provided scope remains consistent.
Each subscription includes dedicated account management through Creative Directors, Customer Success Manager support, and the ability to pause plans for $995 per quarter (2-week pause with platform access maintained) or cancel with 7-day notice before renewal dates.
How Reel Unlimited Differs
Reel Unlimited provides unlimited design services for agencies, startups, and marketing teams globally including Walnut Insurance, Beehive Federal Credit Union, Tahdah, and Endrock. Founded in 2021 by Santhiaroo, Reel Unlimited delivers graphic design, video editing, and website development with fast delivery via monthly subscriptions or 30-day services.
Service Model and Geographic Coverage
Unlike Designity’s exclusive US-based Creative Director model with premium pricing starting at $5,995 monthly, Reel Unlimited offers both monthly subscriptions and 30-day design services with clear concurrent project limits across multiple time zones. The 30-day design services provide unlimited access for exactly 30 calendar days with no recurring billing, making it an affordable Designity alternative for businesses with specific project deadlines or seasonal campaigns.
While Designity operates through Creative Director management with strategic oversight, Reel Unlimited provides direct access to design capabilities without requiring Creative Director relationships or premium US-focused positioning.
Pricing Structure and Hour Management
Reel Unlimited operates differently from Designity’s hour-based allocation model with rollover complexities. Instead of dedicated hours requiring planning and management across monthly cycles, Reel Unlimited offers unlimited work within concurrent project capacity without hour tracking or strategic overhead.
The service operates without requiring Creative Director relationships or US-exclusive positioning, serving businesses that need design execution without the premium positioning and strategic management infrastructure.
Service Scope and Capabilities
Reel Unlimited provides three core service areas that work together to support modern business needs. All work is done by human designers without AI assistance, focusing on quality and personalized attention to each project.
Website Design & Development Beautiful websites and landing pages built on Webflow. The service handles design in Figma plus full development, converting existing designs into working websites with responsive design, custom interactions, CMS, and basic SEO.
Graphic Design & Branding Eye-catching marketing assets including logos, branding, presentations, social media graphics, illustrations, email designs, packaging, and print materials for marketing campaigns and brand consistency.
Video Editing & Motion Graphics Engaging video editing and animated graphics for social media content, product demos, and promotional campaigns, including logo animations and explainer videos that transform raw footage into polished content.
These services are available individually through Graphics or Websites subscriptions, or combined through the Bundle option.
Reel Unlimited Pricing
Reel Unlimited operates differently from Designity’s hour-based model. Instead, Reel Unlimited offers three clear service options based on concurrent project capacity:
Graphics ($795 monthly) combines graphic design and video editing with 2 concurrent projects. This covers all visual design and video content needs without requiring Creative Director management or US-exclusive talent positioning.
Websites ($1,295 monthly) focuses on web design and Webflow development with 1 concurrent project. Since website projects require more time and technical work, the service provides both design and functional development with predictable delivery timing.
Bundle ($1,995 monthly) combines Graphics and Websites services with 3 total concurrent projects, allowing businesses needing both visual content and web development to access everything while saving money compared to separate subscriptions.
Each service option is available as either monthly subscriptions for ongoing needs or 30-day design services for businesses with specific project deadlines or seasonal campaigns. The 30-day design services provide the same unlimited access without recurring billing.
Reel Unlimited offers a 7-day trial where clients can experience the service quality firsthand before making subscription decisions. The trial provides one project delivery (whichever comes first – 7 days or 1 completed project) with unlimited revisions, allowing businesses to evaluate design quality and communication style.
Service Comparison
Target Market and Strategic Positioning
Designity targets businesses seeking premium US-based creative teams with strategic Creative Director leadership, starting at $5,995-$8,995 monthly reflecting their selective talent positioning and managed service approach. Their model suits companies wanting strategic creative partnerships and US-exclusive collaboration.
Reel Unlimited serves businesses of various sizes through accessible pricing and concurrent project structure. The approach accommodates different business types without requiring Creative Director relationships or premium US-focused positioning.
Service Delivery and Management Structure
Designity provides dedicated Creative Directors with strategic oversight, weekly video calls, detailed project timelines, and managed creative teams. Their approach benefits companies wanting strategic creative leadership and structured project management relationships.
Reel Unlimited uses concurrent project limits with direct execution focus, providing 48-hour delivery for graphics and 3-5 days for websites. This approach accommodates businesses needing design execution without Creative Director management or strategic oversight complexity.
Communication and Project Coordination
Designity operates through dedicated Creative Directors serving as single points of contact, weekly video calls, comprehensive timeline creation, and managed collaboration platforms. Their approach suits companies wanting structured creative partnerships with strategic input.
Reel Unlimited provides time zone-aligned direct communication across multiple regions without requiring Creative Director relationships or US-exclusive positioning. The geographic alignment accommodates international clients rather than focusing exclusively on US-based collaboration.
Pricing Models and Hour Tracking
Designity operates hour-based allocations with rollover policies varying by subscription length, requiring planning and management of hour usage across projects. Their approach suits companies with predictable creative volumes and preference for managed strategic relationships.
Reel Unlimited offers unlimited work within concurrent project capacity without hour tracking, allocation management, or rollover complexities. This approach accommodates variable usage patterns without requiring hour planning or Creative Director management.
Special Offer for Designity Customers
If you’re currently using Designity and want to explore more direct design alternatives, we’re offering 50% off your first month with Reel Unlimited.
To qualify, simply provide a receipt showing payment to Designity within the last 3 months. You can:
- Start your 7-day trial and mention the discount during signup
- Contact us via live chat with your receipt
- Email us with your payment proof
Our team will provide a unique discount code for 50% off your first month with any subscription plan. This lets you compare both services directly while saving money during your evaluation period.
Which Service Works Better for Different Needs
Designity works well for businesses with substantial creative budgets seeking strategic Creative Director relationships, companies that prefer US-based exclusive collaboration and structured project management, and organizations wanting strategic creative leadership with comprehensive oversight. Their premium positioning particularly benefits companies needing ongoing creative strategy and managed creative team relationships.
The Creative Director model and US-focused approach make Designity suitable for companies with consistent high-value creative needs who can effectively utilize strategic partnerships and benefit from dedicated creative leadership throughout project development.
Reel Unlimited fits businesses of various sizes seeking direct design execution, companies with variable creative needs or specific project deadlines, and organizations needing both visual content and web development support. The service works well for agencies, marketing teams, and growing businesses across different industries.
The 30-day design services particularly benefit businesses with seasonal campaigns, product launches, or specific project deadlines who need professional design work without ongoing Creative Director subscription commitments designed for strategic creative partnerships.
Evaluating Your Options
Both services offer ways to assess quality before full commitment. Designity provides 2-week trials with Creative Director assignment and strategic project management processes, while Reel Unlimited offers a trial with one completed project and unlimited revisions.
The choice depends on your strategic creative needs, budget capacity, and collaboration preferences. Companies requiring strategic creative leadership might prefer Designity’s Creative Director approach, while businesses seeking direct design execution and accessible pricing might find Reel Unlimited more suitable.
Start your trial with Reel Unlimited to experience our global team alignment and concurrent project approach. The trial includes one project with unlimited revisions, letting you evaluate our work style and communication process before any subscription commitment.
For current Designity customers, the 50% first-month discount combined with our trial provides a risk-free way to compare both services and determine which approach better fits your business needs for direct design execution versus strategic Creative Director partnerships.
