Erik Spooner

Erik Spooner is an accomplished Creative Director and educator with extensive experience in design, leadership, and strategic brand development. Currently serving as Creative Director at Quad since January 2022, Erik also holds a position as Assistant Professor at Pratt Institute, teaching courses in typography, cross-platform design, art direction, and brand identity. Previously, Erik held notable roles including Creative Lead at RoundGlass and Creative Director at Ad Age, where Erik oversaw a significant brand redesign and built a high-performance Creative Services team. With a rich background in art direction for major publications and a commitment to operational efficiency, Erik's contributions have consistently driven revenue growth and audience engagement across diverse sectors. Erik's educational credentials include a BFA in Graphic Design from Pratt Institute and an EMBA in Creative Leadership from the Berlin School of Creative Leadership.