How to Create a Company Logo for Free

Create your own company logo.

Many companies don't have much money when they are first starting out. However, you'll probably still need a company logo even if you're short on cash. You can create your own company logo free if you just think creatively.

Instructions

1. Design your company logo symbol. Get out a piece of scrap paper and a pencil and just start drawing. Think for a moment about what your company does. Do you sell goods or services? Are you a broker, and accountant, a lawyer, a doctor or an agent? Perhaps you work in technology or in finance. Think about symbols that represent the good or service your company provides.

2. Do a search online for other people's company logos. For example, you could do an image search on Google for "logo." This will help you to get ideas for your own logo. Use the logos you find as a guideline, but make sure that your logo is unique.

3. Try out one of the many websites that will allow you to design your logo yourself for free. If you're still not satisfied with your logo, try downloading free clip art that is licensed for commercial use, or contact a close friend or family member who has artistic skill.

4. Add a picture of the type of good or service you sell. If your company sells merchandise, for example, you could take a picture of some of your inventory and use it in the finished logo. Be sure to set up the photograph so that it's clear, well composed and properly lit.

5. Place your company name underneath, beside or otherwise near your logo. Choose the font carefully. Decide whether you would like any frame or border around your company logo. The company logo should perfectly represent the goods or services your company provides.

6. Try importing your finished logo into a software program with vector capabilities, such as Photoshop or Adobe Illustrator. In Illustrator, for example, you can click "File," then "Place" and then the image. Create a new layer and use the vector tools to trace the logo. You can then manipulate your logo, put finishing touches on it and make it look really professional. Many printers will print free business cards for new businesses using leftover card stock. Be sure to ask around, especially if you have a friend or family member who works in the printing business.

Tips & Warnings

• Don't be too picky about neatness when you first start drawing your company logo symbol. Creativity is more important than polish in the early stages.

• Be sure to create an online version of your company logo for online ads and your company website.

Resources

• LogoEase.com: Free Logo Design
• LogoYes.com: No Cost Logo Design