Hi, I'm David Block, an experienced graphic designer and educator with over 30 years in the industry. I specialize in branding, packaging, and visual storytelling, working closely with clients to bring their visions to life. Teaching high school graphic design has also been a rewarding journey, as I help students build real-world skills through hands-on projects. I've led design teams, developed logos and packaging for international brands, and even co-invented a product. I’m passionate about creating meaningful design work that makes a difference, whether it’s for businesses or nonprofits.…

David Block

Hi, I'm David Block, an experienced graphic designer and educator with over 30 years in the industry. I specialize in branding, packaging, and visual storytelling, working closely with clients to bring their visions to life. Teaching high school graphic design has also been a rewarding journey, as I help students build real-world skills through hands-on projects. I've led design teams, developed logos and packaging for international brands, and even co-invented a product. I’m passionate about creating meaningful design work that makes a difference, whether it’s for businesses or nonprofits.…

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Hi, I’m David Block, an experienced graphic designer and educator with over 30 years in the industry. I specialize in branding, packaging, and visual storytelling, working closely with clients to bring their visions to life. Teaching high school graphic design has also been a rewarding journey, as I help students build real-world skills through hands-on projects.

I’ve led design teams, developed logos and packaging for international brands, and even co-invented a product. I’m passionate about creating meaningful design work that makes a difference, whether it’s for businesses or nonprofits.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Dutch
Intermediate

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Dutch Medical Food
March 1, 2020 - June 20, 2024
Worked remotely with a Netherlands-based team to develop a full visual identity for Dutch Medical Food. Designed the company logo and over 70 supplement and additive package designs in both Dutch and English. Collaborated on tight timelines, adjusting design work to meet early-morning U.S. deadlines. Contributed across print and digital packaging formats to prepare products for European retail launch.
Graphic Design Teacher at North Orange County Regional Occupational Program
July 1, 2015 - June 20, 2024
Teach high school graphic design at El Dorado High School, creating a curriculum rooted in real-world design principles and industry tools. Developed and wrote the curriculum for Advanced and Honors Graphic Design, which includes Design Rescue Studio—a student-run, pro-bono design agency serving real clients. Students handle branding, packaging, merchandise, and marketing projects for local businesses and non-profits. Emphasis is placed on building technical skills, professional behavior, and portfolio-quality work through hands-on experience.
CEO and Art Director at The HandAble Company
October 1, 2010 - November 30, 2021
Co-invented the HandAble phone holder and led the visual development of all brand assets. Designed the product logo, packaging, and marketing materials. Built and maintained the company’s e-commerce website, including a custom shopping cart experience. Created all visual content for social media and online campaigns. Directed and produced promotional video spots for product launches and retail outreach. Oversaw all brand communication to ensure consistency across platforms.
Graphic Designer at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
November 1, 2014 - February 28, 2015
Served as the in-house designer for the Newport Beach office, supporting over 200 real estate agents. Produced high-volume marketing materials including flyers, brochures, postcards, and email campaigns. Managed up to five concurrent projects on tight deadlines, ensuring brand consistency and print accuracy. Collaborated with agents to customize marketing assets for luxury properties.
Graphic Designer at Veros Real Estate Solutions
August 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Designed and maintained multiple company websites and microsites, including Veros.com and VerosCredit.com. Created logos for new services and products. Developed branding elements for online and print campaigns, including brochures, trade show signage, email templates, and social media assets. Ensured brand alignment across web, print, and event collateral.
Sr. Graphic Designer at Experian
July 1, 2005 - June 30, 2010
Led creative work for FreeCreditReport.com and related properties. Designed hundreds of banner ads, landing pages, and promotional graphics used by major partners such as AOL, American Express, Discover Card, and CNN. Produced Flash animations and presentations, including scripting and storyboarding. Created marketing collateral including product sell sheets, digital ads, and microsites for national campaigns.
Production Artist - Temp position at Ignite Health
January 1, 2005 - June 30, 2005
Produced Flash-based and print-ready materials for pharmaceutical campaigns. Supported Art Directors by building brochures, trade show booth graphics, and interactive presentations. Ensured consistency and accuracy across various formats and client needs.
Busboy/Host at The Walt Disney Company
February 1, 1988 - October 31, 1990
Worked at the Monorail Café at Disneyland Resort. Began as a busboy, supporting staff by maintaining dining areas and assisting servers by cleaning and preparing tables for each new party. Promoted to Host in which I was tasked with managing the seating chart and ensuring balanced server flow. Developed strong customer service skills in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Graphic Designer at Dutch Medical Food - Freelance
March 1, 2020 - June 6, 2024
Worked remotely with a Netherlands-based team to develop a full visual identity for Dutch Medical Food. Designed the company logo and over 70 supplement and additive package designs in both Dutch and English. Collaborated on tight timelines, adjusting design work to meet early-morning U.S. deadlines. Contributed across print and digital packaging formats to prepare products for European retail launch.
Graphic Design Teacher at North Orange County Regional Occupational Program
July 1, 2015 - June 6, 2024
Teach high school graphic design at El Dorado High School, creating a curriculum rooted in real-world design principles and industry tools. Developed and wrote the curriculum for Advanced and Honors Graphic Design, which includes Design Rescue Studio—a student-run, pro-bono design agency serving real clients. Students handle branding, packaging, merchandise, and marketing projects for local businesses and non-profits. Emphasis is placed on building technical skills, professional behavior, and portfolio-quality work through hands-on experience.
CEO and Art Director at The HandAble Company
October 1, 2010 - November 30, 2021
Co-invented the HandAble phone holder and led the visual development of all brand assets. Designed the product logo, packaging, and marketing materials. Built and maintained the company’s e-commerce website, including a custom shopping cart experience. Created all visual content for social media and online campaigns. Directed and produced promotional video spots for product launches and retail outreach. Oversaw all brand communication to ensure consistency across platforms.
Graphic Designer at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
November 1, 2014 - February 28, 2015
Served as the in-house designer for the Newport Beach office, supporting over 200 real estate agents. Produced high-volume marketing materials including flyers, brochures, postcards, and email campaigns. Managed up to five concurrent projects on tight deadlines, ensuring brand consistency and print accuracy. Collaborated with agents to customize marketing assets for luxury properties.
Graphic Designer at Veros Real Estate Solutions
August 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Designed and maintained multiple company websites and microsites, including Veros.com and VerosCredit.com. Created logos for new services and products. Developed branding elements for online and print campaigns, including brochures, trade show signage, email templates, and social media assets. Ensured brand alignment across web, print, and event collateral.
Sr. Graphic Designer at Experian
July 1, 2005 - June 30, 2010
Led creative work for FreeCreditReport.com and related properties. Designed hundreds of banner ads, landing pages, and promotional graphics used by major partners such as AOL, American Express, Discover Card, and CNN. Produced Flash animations and presentations, including scripting and storyboarding. Created marketing collateral including product sell sheets, digital ads, and microsites for national campaigns.
Production Artist - Temp position at Ignite Health
January 1, 2005 - June 30, 2005
Produced Flash-based and print-ready materials for pharmaceutical campaigns. Supported Art Directors by building brochures, trade show booth graphics, and interactive presentations. Ensured consistency and accuracy across various formats and client needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science at The Art Institute of California – Orange County
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Bachelor of Science at The Art Institute of California – Orange County
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2004

Qualifications

The Dragon Codex: Quest for the Relics of Design (Author)
January 11, 2030 - June 25, 2025
2019 North Orange County ROP Employee of the Year award
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Industry Experience

Education, Consumer Goods, Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare

Skills

Experience Level