10x

faster turnaround than traditional creative agencies

100+

design and marketing
services

65%

lower cost than in-house creative teams

Comparing Designity As the Penji Alternative

A trustworthy creative partner with flexible pricing that beat Penji

Logo graphic for Designity at the head of a table showing how we are different from Freelancers, In-House Design teams, and traditional creative agencies.
Logo graphic for Designity at the head of a table showing how we are different from Freelancers, In-House Design teams, and traditional creative agencies.
Pricing & Plans
Plan prices range from $3,150 – $8,495 per month, depending on whether you select monthly, quarterly, or annual pricing.
Plan prices range from $499 to $2000/mo.
Creative Direction
A designated Creative Director with 10+ years of experience in creative strategy, project management, team leadership, and quality assurance.
Penji's platform allows you to give feedback to your assigned designer through it. At higher plans you can work with your project manager for more creative direction.
Trial Period?
Yes. Two-week trial for available for monthly plans, three-week trial available for quarterly plans, and a four-week trial is available for annual plans.
No free trial, but get a full refund within 30 days if Penji isn't the perfect graphic design service for you.
Creative Team
Vetted US-based Creatives to eliminate issues with language barriers and time zones. Only the top 3% of candidates are accepted.
Penji works with vetted designers on their platform. You receive a project manager on their mid to high tiers only.
Guaranteed Deadlines
Yes! Plus transparent timelines, unlimited project requests & revisions, with no fees.
1-2 days turnaround for simple and 3-4 days for complex projects.
Skill Limitations
No limits! We’re the one-stop shop for all your design and marketing projects, including graphic design, copywriting, web development, video production, 3D VR design, digital marketing campaigns, and more.
Penji does not offer coding, marketing, or analytics.
Collaboration
On an ongoing basis, your Creative Director will conduct weekly status calls, monthly check-ins, and 90-day formal reports. This way you always know your ROI.
Invite your team to work with their designers on client projects, marketing campaigns, or product designs.
Onboarding Speed
Start your first project in as little as three days after signing up. Or book a free design consultation right away before starting your trial.
You simply sign up and post a job. Then A.I. assigns project to the best designer according to Penji. You do not get to choose, though they will find you a new designer if you are unhappy.

A Design System That Guarantees Success

Creative Collaboration Inside a Fully Managed Design Process

Creative Director

Designity assigns you with a compatible Creative Director who manages projects and ensures consistent creativity and quality.

Top 3% of Creatives

Unlike Penji our Creatives are all US-based, each one going through a thorough vetting process. No more language barriers or time zone frustrations!

Five-Star Quality

Designity’s fully managed design process, combined with your expert Creative Director, guarantees reliable quality and communication.

Fast Turnaround

Designity is the only tech-enabled design platform that guarantees transparent timelines and efficient turnaround times.

One-Stop Shop

Unlike Penji we offer coding development, copywriting & content creation, 3D & VR design, templatized design, Canva design, newsletter design, and so much more.

Flexible Pricing

Designity offers monthly, quarterly, or annual payment plans with no long-term commitment.
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Supporting the Next Generation of Creatives.

Designity is more than a collaborative creative platform. Every client plan includes an emerging Creative with fresh ideas who will be mentored by your Creative Director to gain real-world experience.
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A Two-Week Trial to Demonstrate the System

No Up-Front Payment Required

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Get Assigned to Your Dedicated Creative Director.

With Designity, when you start your trial, you’ll be matched with a compatible Creative Director who will be your single point of contact, project manager, chief collaborator, and quality assurance specialist. Your Creative Director is fluent in strategizing design and marketing projects and directs every idea and Creative along the way.
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Collaborate With Your Cross Functional Team.

Say goodbye to Penji's service limitations! With Designity you’ll have a kick-off call with your Creative Director to brainstorm, discuss your first project, and refine the creative brief. Your Creative Director will assemble your team from our vetted US-based Creative community and supervise them to bring your projects to life without any hassle. Whether it’s design, coding, copywriting, digital marketing strategy, or 80 other categories, we’ll have you covered.

Follow the Managed Process to Complete Your Project.

Break free from Penji's platform to discover a new world of collaboration and transparent project management. You’ll have a comprehensive timeline showing phases, deadlines, and the Creatives who will be collaborating on your project. Communication guidelines and recurring weekly video calls ensure seamless connectivity as part of the collaborative blueprint designed for your success.
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Creative Process Case Studies

Creative Directors Make the Difference

Design is very important to us. Having that lack all of a sudden made it quite significant. Besides having a fresh outside look from different people, the trial was a big factor to start working with Designity. It gave me and the team more confidence.
Mai Shi
Mai Shi
Marketing Director
Kung Fu Tea
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Kung Fu Tea

FAQ

What is Penji?

Penji is a graphic design platform that offers unlimited graphic design services on a subscription basis. It provides businesses and individuals with a dedicated design team to handle their design needs, including creating graphics for social media, websites, logos, branding, and more. Penji aims to simplify the design process by offering a streamlined platform for requesting, revising, and receiving high-quality design work from their team of designers.

What is the difference between Penji and Designity?

Penji and Designity differ in their service models, with Penji offering unlimited design services on a subscription basis and Designity operating as a fully managed platform with a designated Creative Director. Penji focuses primarily on graphic design services, while Designity offers a broader range of design and marketing services.

Why should I use Designity over Penji?

Using Designity over Penji can be beneficial if you prefer a fully managed design process with a designated Creative Director providing guidance and quality assurance. Designity's broader range of design and marketing services beyond graphic design also offers a more comprehensive solution for your creative needs.

What are 5 key benefits to using Designity over Penji?

Using Designity over Penji offers five key benefits: a fully managed design process led by a dedicated Creative Director for guidance and quality assurance, a broader range of design and marketing services beyond graphic design, access to a curated network of top talent, guaranteed deadlines for project delivery, and the expertise of a Creative Director conducting regular status calls and check-ins. These advantages ensure a higher level of project management, a comprehensive range of creative services, reliable timeliness, and personalized attention throughout the design process, setting Designity apart from Penji.

What project types does Designity offer that Penji doesn't?

Designity offers a broader range of project types beyond graphic design compared to Penji. While Penji primarily focuses on graphic design services, Designity extends its offerings to include services such as copywriting, web development, video production, 3D VR design, digital marketing campaigns, and more. This wider scope allows Designity to cater to diverse project needs beyond traditional graphic design, setting it apart from Penji in terms of project type coverage.

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