Strategic dot-connector. Wordsmith. Creative Swiss army knife.
As the VP of Creative Strategy at Elevated Third, Judd Mercer leads with a relentless focus on invention and strategic design. With over 16 years of experience spanning design strategy, copywriting, architecture, and analytics, Judd has evolved into a visionary leader capable of thinking big while implementing practical solutions. His role empowers clients with well-crafted, innovative blueprints that align with their business objectives.
Judd’s passion lies in the creative process—striving to better observe, understand, and execute with every project. Born into a family of artists and artisans, he approaches each task with a deep commitment to purposeful design and to improving his craft. Merging his background in design with a love of storytelling and strategy, Judd ensures that clients benefit from a well-rounded, thoughtful approach. Whether storyboarding a narrative or building a digital experience, Judd brings drive, expertise, and creativity to every table. His obsession with "thinking and making" fuels results that stand the test of time, delivering true value to clients at Elevated Third.