Judith Zissman believes in the power of transformative experiences to build understanding, forge connection, invite possibility, and inspire change. As Executive Creative Director of Blue Telescope, she leads teams of designers and technologists in creating digital interactives with compelling stories and human connection.
Zissman began her career in independent film production and distribution in New York City, then expanded to digital media and web technology, moving to Silicon Valley to explore new opportunities for innovation and product development before returning to the world of experience design with Blue Telescope.
Her cross-industry foundation in creative problem solving, client relationship management, and product ideation and strategy complements her expertise in experience design, fine art, and narrative strategy. A passion for inclusivity and diversity fuels her desire to use her skills to create memorable work that reflects, celebrates, and shares the scope of human experience.
At Blue Telescope, Zissman relishes the opportunity to bring projects with difficult or complex topics to life with rigor, compassion, and clarity. Recent clients include Sloan History Gallery, Kennedy Space Center, Smithsonian’s National Air & Space Museum, Sing Sing Prison Museum, and Historic Hudson Valley (Kofi’s Fire). Judith graduated with honors in Modern Culture and Media from Brown University and is a volunteer with Tech for Campaigns.
