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Erik Adolph

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Creative Director at SAMBAZON
📍 Orange County, California, United States

As Creative Director at Sambazon, Erik Adolph leads the brands visual identity, leveraging an extensive career in art direction with brands like Spy Optic and Burton Snowboards. He holds an MFA in Studio Art from USC and is described by colleagues as creative, savvy, and imaginative.

Erik appears deeply connected to Southern Californias surf and action sports culture. His work often involves collaborations with legendary surfers and lifestyle brands, reflecting a passion for the industry he has been a part of for decades.

He is credited with single-handedly creating the entire creative direction and identity for the Gravis Footwear brand.

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Current Role
Creative Director
Location
Orange County, California, United States
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Brand Visual Identity
He is responsible for crafting and setting the global brand standards and visual identity for Sambazon across all channels and touchpoints.
Creative Collaborations
He frequently partners with athletes, artists, and other brands like DRAGON ALLIANCE to create authentic marketing campaigns and limited edition products.
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Career

Work history

4-2024
Creative Director
SAMBAZON
9-2019
Art Director
SAMBAZON
9-2012 - 1-2019
Art Director
Studio 231
1-2013 - 12-2018
Art Director
Nutrawise Health and Beauty
5-2011 - 5-2012
Creative Director
Spy Optic
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Education
1992 - 1994
MFA
University of Southern California
1988 - 1992
BA
Otis College of Art and Design
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