ABOUT AC/DC

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I'm David L. Angstead, leading ANGRYCITY DESIGN COMPANY (AC/DC), a freelance design studio focused on crafting impactful Logo Design, Brand Identities, Packaging, and Apparel. Specializing in Lifestyle, Entertainment, Cannabis/Hemp, Psychedelics, Beer, N/A brands, Wellness, and specialty & Craft CPG, AC/DC defies norms to create bold and kick-ass design solutions.

Our mission is to be the fearless ally for companies rejecting the status quo, daring to be different and pushing the boundaries of creativity. With over 15 years of design expertise, AC/DC, based in Sacramento, California, is dedicated to ensuring your brand stands out and leaves a lasting mark on dynamic markets.

Throughout the years, I've undertaken numerous projects for companies worldwide—some showcased online, others not. Here are just a few examples.

  • Sacramento Kings

  • Raley’s Grocery Stores

  • Warner Bros. Pictures

  • Noble Brands

  • Sacramento Philharmonic

  • Comstock’s Magazine

  • Launch Festival

  • TBT Fest

  • Preservation & Co.

  • Burly Beverages

  • Calibis Clothing co.

  • Connected Cannabis

  • Seven Leaves

What People Are Saying

“Creative concepts and execution. With really good timing. Looking forward to seeing what you come up with next. Amazing visuals with all documentation. I feel my brand “SobrrrWater” can now be taken seriously. Very professional work. Everything we needed plus moore😉"

— Steven Moore, Founder,Sobrrr Water

“We had the pleasure of collaborating with David for a transformative branding experience at our Sacramento-based kombucha company. David Angstead and his team didn't just create a logo; they took us on a journey to truly understand who we were as a company and what we stood for. Through an insightful workshop, David sat down with key members of our team, enabling us to nail down our vision and values, and our key customers. From there, they crafted a brand profile that perfectly encapsulated our essence. The resulting logo and color pallete was a beautiful, fun design flowing with profound meaning. The close collaboration throughout the process made it feel like a true partnership, and the support in rolling out our new brand was invaluable. Their work has not only elevated our visual identity but also our entire brand's essence. We couldn't be happier with the results.”

— Courtney Edwards, Owner of KC Kombucha

“We've been working with Angrycity for almost ten years, now. The branding and design that he has generated for us are among the most talked about elements of our products. Working with David is easy and ultimately - exciting."

– Gabriel Aiello, Founder, Burly Beverages

“It's rare to get work at this level of quality so quickly. David has worked on projects with me for several years now; most recently assisting with branding and print/digital assets for my company, Hypecade. He's fastidious, an excellent communicator, takes direction well, and asks great questions. David's branding is top notch and the depth of his knowledge when it comes to print is tough to match. 12/10 would hire again for work.”

— Amanda Scharber & dAVID sTEPANYAN FounderS,HYPECADE

“David was a pleasure to work with. His attention to detail was crucial when building out our collections. He is creative and brings a lot to the table. His ability to take a concept and bring it to life while staying consistent is really impressive. Working with him was a pleasure. Multiple brainstorming sessions and the same goal in mind was the highlight for me. Taking each project from beginning to end was his main goal and it was executed every time. Thank you Dave.”

— A.J. & Tomas O'Mallan, FOUNDERS, Calibis

“I have had the pleasure of working with David for the past 2 years. David is an extremely talented graphic designer with the ability to create designs in any style, from simple and clean to complex pattern work. He really listens to his client's vision - David created my entire brand and was able to translate an idea in my head into real life designs, logos, packaging and merchandise . He is a pleasure to work with as well and great at taking direction and feedback. I would recommend David for any project or design needs.”

— Jenna Goldring, Founder, The High Confectionary

Listen up.

Earlier in 2023 I was stoked to be invited on the Monsters in Suits podcast to talk about my history in getting into design and my process and a little more! MIS is about graphic design and other creatives.

CONNECT IN PERSON!

What began as a casual hangout among fellow creatives in early 2023 has evolved into a monthly networking event that my friends and I organize at different taphouses and breweries across SACRAMENTO. Be sure to join us every month—check out our instagram for dates and times!