any agencies creating email templates?

There are several reputable agencies out there that are familiar with the Email Editor 2.0 framework.  For example, Knak (part of Revenue Pulse), Perkuto and Hoosh Marketing.  We used Grazitti Interactive.  The reason we chose them is because we wanted a single, all-in-one template that could be used for all of our marketing activities.  They already have a base version available - that you can purchase without any customization.  But we required a significant amount of customization - including advanced techniques to display multiple variations of a module based on screen size (not just responsive design).  And of course to make everything align to our brand guidelines.  We are extremely happy with the final deliverable.  They're also very easy to work with and very responsive (no pun intended!).

We also used Grazitti Interactive and have been completely happy with them. They have a fast turn around time and also support you with any issues you run into with your templates down the line with no questions asked. Because we were so happy with the quality of their work and customer service, we have also engaged with them on other projects as well. I highly recommend them.

We use knak.io and it's been great!

Email Monks!

We are also using knak for email templates and they are actually great.

Thank you everyone for your great suggestions.  But isn't it sad that for the cost of Marketo that you have to seek outside agencies - and spend even more of your budget on crafting templates?  Marketo templates should be easier to work with.