Helping children play ahead

The Children’s Museum of Richmond has been an important part of the Richmond region since 1977. But like many brands that have been part of the community fabric for so long, it’s easy to be taken for granted. This fact, paired with several years of “quiet” from a brand marketing standpoint, left the museum facing […]

Winning the race against poverty

Any runner will tell you that running shoes need to be replaced. A lot. So often, in fact, that the average runner buys 3 pairs of shoes a year. But even after they’ve served their purpose on the race course, there’s still plenty of miles left for someone in need of a good pair of […]

Brian Burton

Senior Copywriter Armed with a versatile skillset and a desire to innovate, Brian thinks beyond the conventional by crafting unique solutions that range from product design to stunts and activations. With a career path that spans from Richmond to the Middle East and back, his work combines international experience with local insights.

Kim Peters

Art Director Kim’s like a can of soda—small, bubbly and packed with energy. Her detail-oriented eye can handle the nitty gritty nuances of an effective design, while never losing sight of the big picture. Currently based in Chicago, Kim’s free time consists of trying new restaurants, hiking in nearby parks, and soaking up all the […]

We got you!

As the largest credit union in the state, Virginia Credit Union has a longstanding reputation for providing a high level of personalized service to its members. That service, combined with low rates and a dedication to financial education and support, makes every member feel like the Virginia Credit Union has their back–so they can live […]

Beth Borum featured in Richmond BizSense

As one of Elevation’s associate creative directors, Beth Borum brings creative to life every day. But she also does it beyond the office—as an accomplished painter. The story of her artwork and the importance of art in her life was recently featured in Richmond BizSense. Click the link below to read the full story. Downtime: […]

Frank Gilliam named “Person To Watch” by Graphic Design USA

GDUSA starts each year by choosing a group of “People to Watch” who embody the spirit of the nation’s creative community. The 2019 list includes 36 creatives from New York, Boston, San Francisco, Seattle… and Richmond. Our team and our clients congratulate principal and creative director Frank Gilliam on this outstanding—and well-deserved—recognition. Below is text […]

Our liberty was their gift

When General Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Order of the Day went out on the morning of June 6, 1944, the stakes were clear: “The eyes of the world are upon you. The hopes and prayers of liberty-loving people everywhere march with you.” Each member of the Allied Forces of D-Day knew that anything less than a […]

Beth Borum

Creative Director With an artist’s eye, next-level design skills and a calm, clear focus, Beth elevates creative across the agency without breaking a sweat. After spending time in Chicago, she returned back east to her hometown to play a staring role at Elevation. Beth raises the bar for our team through thoughtful, high-impact creative that’s […]

The Autobahn runs through Richmond

outdoor marketing

As the only independent, single-point Porsche dealer in the United States, Euroclassics has a unique product–and a unique story. Elevation was recently named agency of record for the dealership, and we’ve been charged with delivering a marketing program that matches the performance and style of its cars. In addition to the major outdoor campaign shown […]