Eric Hards
Senior Creative Director
Lockheed Martin Space
Eric Hards is a senior creative leader, educator, and self-described “neo-generalist” with more than 30 years of experience at the intersection of complex problem-solving and visual storytelling.
As Senior Creative Director at Lockheed Martin Space, he leads multidisciplinary teams in translating highly technical concepts into compelling visual narratives through strategic media, cinematic design, and immersive storytelling.
Throughout his career, Eric’s work has spanned brand design, enterprise media, experience design, and emerging creative technologies. His background includes brand work for Levi’s, leadership in enterprise communications, and exploration of AI, digital fabrication, and other evolving design tools.
In addition to his professional practice, Eric has taught visual communications at universities in California and New York and continues to support research in design and fine arts at the University of California, Davis. He brings a broad creative perspective and a passion for making complex ideas clear, engaging, and accessible.
