Erik Spink

Erik Spink has a diverse work experience in the film and media industry. Erik started their career in 2013 as a Producer at Vacant Light, where they developed original productions for film, television, and digital platforms. In 2020, they became the Head of Development at the same company, specializing in non-fiction distribution.

In 2013, Erik also joined the School of Visual Arts as a Faculty member for the MFA Social Documentary Film program. Erik taught various courses and developed training programs for moving image makers. Erik also served as a Festival Programmer for the Dusty Awards and DOC NYC U.

In 2019, Erik worked as a Producer/Director at PBS for the American Masters: In The Making series. Erik highlighted Jazz Artist Christian Scott in a sponsored project produced by Firelight Media.

In 2020, Erik joined Outlier.org as a Senior Producer, where they supervised production for premium video content and managed a team of junior producers. Erik also worked as a Creative Producer/Production Manager and Production Strategy Consultant at the company.

In 2018, Erik worked as a Producer at Art21, contributing to their projects in the art field. Erik also served as a Lecturer for Narrative Medicine at Columbia University in 2019.

In 2017, Erik was a Producing Fellow at Impact Partners, and from 2013-2016, they worked as a Producer at PBS.

In 2022, Erik joined Freethink as an Executive Producer of Partnerships, creating original branded and sponsored media. Erik also served as a Supervising Producer for the series "Just Might Work" and led a team of directors, producers, editors, and motion graphics artists.

Overall, Erik Spink has a wealth of experience in producing, teaching, and developing original content for various platforms.

Erik Spink has a Bachelor's degree in Cinema Studies from Purchase College, SUNY. Erik further continued their education at the School of Visual Arts, where they pursued an MFA in Social Documentary Film.