I had the pleasure of hiring and managing Eric as a senior art director for the men's division at Lands' End during my time in the USA. He is a fantastic art director with a keen understanding of what makes a great visual story. He was instrumental in the development of the men's brand, conceptually strong with a beautiful eye for photography, design and typography. He forges strong relationships with his colleagues across the business, and builds strong teams with his crew and cast. He is well respected by leaders, peers and his teams and I would relish the opportunity to work with him again. If you need a strong creative leader, Eric's your man!
-Jonathan Lockett, Brand Creative Director at Lands’ End
I had the pleasure of working with Eric during his time as Director of Photography and Catalog at Orvis, and he made a huge impact—especially in the Men’s category. His vision and creativity helped transform the way we positioned our products and spoke to our customers, taking our outward messaging to the next level.
Eric was awesome to collaborate with. He was always open to new ideas and different perspectives, making every project feel like a true team effort. He had a way of bringing creative concepts to life while keeping the brand’s identity and goals in mind. His ability to balance storytelling with strategy made a real difference in how we presented our products.
Beyond his talent, Eric is just a great person to work with—approachable, thoughtful, and always up for a good discussion. Any team would be lucky to have him, and I’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for a creative leader who knows how to get things done while making the process enjoyable.
-Benjamin Johnson, DMM at Orvis
I was lucky to have worked with Eric over his 8 years at Orvis. I looked up to Eric as a mentor and always admired his ability to make each project even better than the last with his creativity and eye for detail.
As a team leader, Eric has the ability to offer thoughtful suggestions which, in turn, pushes you to be better without even realizing it. I watched Eric push himself and the company to continuously grow its impact, future-forward aesthetic, and authenticity as a 165+ year old heritage brand.
I am grateful for what I was able to learn while working with Eric, and I can only aspire to achieve the level of creativity he holds. It is without hesitation that I recommend him as the next inspiring asset to your team.
-Jackie Kutzer, Senior Graphic Designer at Orvis
I have been very fortunate to have worked with Eric for many years as a close collaborator on a variety of brand and photography initiatives. His unwavering eye for design and imagery is a priceless asset on any project he approaches. As a leader, Eric constantly pushes for opportunities to make the work more impactful, more meaningful, and more alive for everyone involved. He is energizing, thoughtful, and a genuinely open-spirited person in a way that encourages everyone around him to create at their highest level, together. In short, Eric loves what he does and would be an inspiring addition to any creative endeavor.
-Jonathan Frederick, Brand Design at Orvis
A great eye, incredible design thinker, and creative collaborator — Eric has the mind of an artist tempered by years of experience working for iconic retail brands. One of the best creative partners I've worked with, Eric has an outstanding taste level that he brings to his imagery, running the gamut from outdoor-adventure photoshoots to rich feature laydown photography. Though his most recent role focussed on directing global photography, he is equally skilled directing design, with a deep experience in print and Web. A true relationship-&-culture builder, Eric's industry contacts with photographers and producers is equally as deep, and on many occasions has relied on these personal connections and logistical prowess to pull a rabbit out of hat.
Simply put, he's the best.
-Alex White, Senior Creative Director at Orvis
I had the extreme pleasure of working with Eric during my tenure at Orvis. In fact, Eric was a primary reason I took the position…he’s an amazing leader with undying creative energy that is incredibly infectious, making any task rewarding. Coupled with his skills as an Art Director and Photography Director, you aren’t going to find many leaders who continually challenge you to be a better “you” while being a mindful mentor that loves to foster creativity. Anyone that has Eric leading their team will benefit from his experience, tutelage, creative inspiration, and friendliness.
-Brian Sailer, Omni-Channel Design Manager at Orvis