Episode 20 - Aric Rist
Aric Rist
Creative Director
Groundworks Industries
Aric Rist followed his gut and the map on the Nike shoebox to relocate from the east coast to Portland, OR. A contract position evolved into a full-time Nike role responsible for supporting production at the burgeoning Brand Photography studio. Following the Nike Maxim, “Do The Right Thing”, Aric’s leadership and vision grew the capabilities of the team and created groundbreaking work in partnership with ambitious creative teams and powerhouse photographers. His experiences at Nike helped prepare him for his new role as Creative Director for Groundworks Industries, where he and his team are blazing new trails in a wide-open landscape with unlimited possibilities.