DSK Designs Inc. · Southern California

Expert Graphic Design.
Since 1978.

The brands that demand the best hire Dave Kasai. With a career spanning aerospace, automotive, broadcast, and beyond — he brings the kind of expertise that turns design into a competitive advantage.

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Dave Kasai

Founder · DSK Designs

Independent Since 2023 · Career Since 1978

40+

Years

of hands-on experience

A–Z

Complete

concept to print-ready file

10+

Industries

from aerospace to cannabis

The Designer

Forty Years. One Standard.

Southern California's most experienced independent studio.

Dave Kasai solves design problems that most designers have never encountered. Over a career that spans aerospace, automotive publishing, broadcast animation, cannabis branding, and large-format production, he has built a depth of craft that is simply rare — and that shows in every project he touches.

Starting at Meiji Art/Litho in 1978, Dave mastered the full spectrum of print production before moving through some of Southern California's most demanding environments — aerospace, broadcast, automotive publishing, large-format signage, and packaging pre-press. That breadth means he anticipates problems before they happen, speaks the language of printers and production teams, and delivers work that holds up at every stage.

Clients call him their secret weapon — the designer who understands the brief, gets it right the first time, and never misses a deadline.

Based inSouthern California

EducationCSULB & Art Center, Pasadena

SpecialtyPrint, Brand & Signage

Business typeLicensed & Incorporated

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Four Decades of Practice

From print shops to aerospace to global brands

1978

Meiji Art / Litho

Print Production · Alhambra, CA

Launched his career mastering foundational print skills — inking, paste-up, stat camera operation, and pre-press production.

Early 80s

Design Workshop

Graphic Design Studio · Southern CA

Expanded into studio design work, developing skills in layout, typography, and client-facing creative production.

Mid 80s

Specht Design

Design Studio · Southern CA

Honed brand and editorial design skills in a boutique studio environment, working across print and identity projects.

Late 80s

TRW Inc.

Aerospace & Defense · Redondo Beach, CA

Brought design expertise to one of Southern California's most iconic aerospace companies — builders of satellites, rocket engines, and Apollo program technology.

Late 80s

McDonnell Douglas

Aerospace & Aviation · Long Beach, CA

Contributed graphic design to one of the world's foremost aircraft manufacturers, producer of the F-15, F/A-18, and commercial airliners.

Early 90s

Bobit Publishing

B2B Publishing · Torrance, CA

Designed for a leading publisher of automotive and trade magazines including Automotive Fleet, Metro, and School Bus Fleet.

Mid 90s

Michael Shaw

Animation & Broadcast · Southern CA

Produced typography and graphic elements for animation, commercials, and TV shows — bringing motion and broadcast design to life through precision production work.

Late 90s

Service Graphics

Large Format & Signage · Southern CA

Built expertise in large-format graphics, vehicle wraps, trade show displays, and signage production.

2000s

K1 Packaging

Packaging & Pre-Press · City of Industry, CA

Handled pre-press and production for one of Southern California's largest packaging manufacturers — including die setups for foil stamping, intricate dieline preparation, and complex print mockups across consumer goods and retail categories.

2010s

Proper Signage

Signage & Environmental · Southern CA

Assisted in production of vinyl, backlit, and window graphics — including hand-painted signage on walls, floors, and stucco for commercial and retail clients across Southern California.

Present

DSK Designs Now

Independent Studio · Southern CA

Bringing four decades of expertise to every project — logos, packaging, signage, print, and illustration for clients across the US.

The Disciplines

A Complete Design Solution.

From first concept to press-ready file — DSK Designs brings the expertise to execute any design challenge at the highest level. Not seeing your project below? Just ask.

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Logos & Brand Identity

Distinctive logos, wordmarks, and visual identity systems that build lasting recognition.

Print & Collateral

Business cards, brochures, menus, forms, and any print materials — designed to impress.

Packaging Design

Label and packaging design for products that need to stand out at retail and beyond — including die setup, foil stamping, and complex pre-press production.

Signage & Large Format

Vinyl, digital, backlit, hand-painted on walls, floors and stucco, and window decals — any format, any scale.

Illustration & Publication

Custom illustration, technical diagrams, editorial art, magazine ads, annual reports, newsletters, catalogs, and broadcast animation typography.

Large-scale hand-painted murals on walls, floors, stucco, and building exteriors — from storefront signage to full building wraps and gallery installations.

Selected Work

Four Decades
of Craft.

From aerospace publications to cannabis packaging — a career built on precision, versatility, and work that holds up under scrutiny.

52 selected works

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Identity

Freshends

Identity

Farmer G

Identity

Agri-Genesis

Identity

Cumulus Candies

Identity

Elite Dynamic Warrior Nation

Logo · Brand Identity

Foothill Auto

Logo · Brand Identity

Notorious Exotics

Logo · Brand Identity

OPD — Toyota Financial Services

Logo · Brand Identity

Peace Associates

Logo · Brand Identity

Splurge

Logo · Brand Identity

Sunrise Dispensary

Jules Stein Eye Institute — Annual Report 2005-2006

Shimadzu Precision Instruments — Brochure Cover

Print · Publication

Shimadzu Precision Instruments — Brochure Interior

Magnum Opus Guitar Co. — Brochure Cover

Print · Publication

Magnum Opus Guitar Co. — Brochure Interior

Marine Interiors & Accessories — Magazine Design

Print · Publication

Lexus ES 300 — Brochure Cover

Print · Publication

Lexus ES 300 — Brochure Interior

Print · Publication

Lexus GX 470 — Brochure Cover

Print · Publication

Lexus GX 470 — Brochure Interior

Print · Publication

Lexus SC 430 — Brochure Cover

Print · Publication

Lexus SC 430 — Brochure Interior

Print · Publication

Fix'n Fidos — Golf Tournament Flier

Print · Publication

NABI — Transit Bus Advertisement

Signage

LA Lakers — Hand Painted Basketball Court

Signage

LA Clippers — Hand Painted Basketball Court

Signage · Large Format

LA Clippers — Basketball Court (In Progress)

Signage

Columbia Records — Interior Wall Mural

Signage · Large Format

Columbia Records — Interior Mural (In Progress)

Signage

Joe's Auto Parks — Building Mural

Signage · Large Format

Joe's Auto Parks — Building Mural (In Progress)

Signage

Donut Friend — Exterior Wall Signage

Signage · Large Format

L.A. Kitchen — Entrance Sign

Signage · Large Format

L.A. Kitchen — Volunteer Sign

Signage · Large Format

L.A. Prep — Building Sign

Signage · Large Format

Is You Is — Gallery Installation

Signage · Large Format

Sonrise Christian School — Building Sign

Signage · Large Format

DJM Suspension — Building Mural

Signage · Large Format

Hope Street Margolis Family Center — Completed

Signage · Large Format

Hope Street Margolis Family Center — In Progress

Signage · Large Format

DLMUS. — Window Lettering

Signage · Large Format

DLMUS. — Interior Signage

Packaging

Session — Sensual Massage Oil

Packaging

Cotton Mouth — All Flavors

Packaging

Green Health — NMN Supplement

Packaging

Hometown Beef Jerky — Five Spice

Packaging

Phire — Live Resin Cartridge Box

Packaging Design

Stellar Labs — Electrolyte Moisturizing Cream

Packaging Design

Freshends — Mailer Box (Outside)

Packaging Design

Freshends — Mailer Box (Inside)

Packaging Design

Vital Form — Glow & Grow Creatine Complex (Concept)

40+ years · 10+ industries · Identity through large format

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From the People We've Served

What Clients Are Saying.

Every time we have a complex design job involving print layout and graphics, it goes to David. He delivers and gets the job done right and on time — every time.

Chuck Parker

President & Publisher, AutomotiveDigest.com

“

Dave was prompt, creative and listened to feedback and made it better than what I envisioned. There wasn't a lot of back and forth because he understood what I wanted.

Kacey Montoya

Reporter & Anchor, KTLA 5 News

“

His attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality work on time make him a standout designer. I highly recommend David to anyone looking for exceptional design work.

Jen Beck

Owner, Freshends, LLC

“

His customer service is exceptional. His creativity consistently exceeds my expectations, bringing fresh ideas and thoughtful design elements that elevate every piece of work.

Stephen Durham

Founder/CEO, Bardot Vegan Beauty

“

Dave is my savior — he is reliable, quick and incredibly creative. I really enjoy working with him. Whenever I need help, Dave is my first thought.

Nancy M. Graydon

Director of Development, Jules Stein Eye Institute, UCLA

“

Dave is by far the most responsive and professional graphic designer I've had the opportunity to work with. He undoubtedly has the customer's best interest in mind.

Brianne Christopher

Marketing Manager, North American Bus Industries

“

No matter how busy he may be, Dave is always courteous, pleasant and readily shares his knowledge with others. His positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to help others are quickly recognized by all who work with him.

Ty Bobit

Vice President, Bobit Business Media

The Investment

Design That Pays for Itself.

Great design isn't a cost — it's a competitive advantage. Dave's clients understand that.

Every project is scoped individually — based on what you need, when you need it, and what success looks like for your business.

No price lists.
No templates.
No guesswork.

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Response within 24 hours.

If you're looking for the cheapest option, there are plenty of those. Overseas platforms, template mills, AI generators — they exist, and they're fine for some things. But if you need work that's done right — by someone who has spent a career solving real design problems for real businesses — that's a different conversation entirely.

The Way Dave Works

Precision. Every Time.

Dave handles every project with the same meticulous care — whether it's a business card or a full brand system. One point of contact. No handoffs. No surprises.

Brief

Tell Dave what you need — he asks the right questions upfront so nothing gets lost in translation. One point of contact, start to finish.

Concept

Concepts come back fast — usually within days, not weeks. Dave brings strong ideas while staying true to your vision and brand.

Refine

Revisions are handled quickly and without drama. Most projects reach final approval in two rounds or fewer.

Deliver

Final files delivered in every format you need — print-ready PDFs, web assets, or production files for your printer or fabricator.

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Let's Talk.

Dave works with a select number of clients at a time — which means your project gets his full attention, start to finish. If you're serious about your brand, let's connect.

Location Southern California

Specialties Brand Identity · Packaging · Signage · Print

Availability Selectively accepting new projects

Response time Within 24 hours

Expert Graphic Design.Since 1978.

Forty Years. One Standard.

A Complete Design Solution.

Four Decadesof Craft.

What Clients Are Saying.

Design That Pays for Itself.

Precision. Every Time.

Let's Talk.

Expert Graphic Design.
Since 1978.

Four Decades
of Craft.