Erik Fahrenkopf

/ˈfer-ən-cough/

I was introduced to advertising at birth, when my parents named me after a commercial for Scandinavian cigars. I took that kernel of inspiration and turned it into a successful career in advertising. Every single assignment has been a unique challenge that allowed me to explore a huge range of solutions. I’ve teamed with Werner Herzog to take on distracted driving, collaborated with Stranger Things to rewrite history, kickflipped a Cadillac with Portugal. The Man and helped Old Spice make the world a better smelling place. My work has been recognized by the Emmys, Cannes Lions, D&AD, One Show, ANDYs and the Webbys. I even have several films in the Museum of Modern Art, which must have Frida Kahlo justifiably rolling in her grave. When I’m not working on briefs, I’m fixing up my fixer-upper that I’ll probably never finish fixing up.

Experience

2015 – 2024

Wieden + Kennedy Portland

Creative Director

2013 – 2015

BBDO NY

EVP/Senior Creative Director

2011 – 2013

Goodby, Silverstein & Partners

Associate Creative Director

2009– 2011

TBWA\Chiat\Day 

Associate Creative Director

2007- 2009

Taxi Advertising & Design 

Senior Writer

2004 – 2007

DavidandGoliath 

Copywriter

347.429.3893

hellofahrenkopf@gmail.com

2024 – Present

Freelance

CW/Creative Director