ABOUT
Cole Swanson is a screenwriter and film director celebrated not only for his prowess in crafting narratives but also for his illustrious collaborations with industry titans. Cole's multiple award winning and HBO Award nominated short film, Baby, kickstarted his ongoing and vibrant career. He has also lent his visionary touch to the likes of NIKE/Converse and Universal Music Group, sculpting visual work for renowned artists including James Blake, Selena Gomez, Lana del Rey, and crafting narrative driven commercial work for Converse.
Cole's creative, more formal educational journey culminated in 2023 where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film & Television Production from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts with a focus in writing and directing. In pursuit of artistic mastery, Cole was selected as a director at England's National Film and Television School where his craft of directing and working with actors was further developed.
Cole continues to cultivate a new genre he has coined as "New Wave Black Naturalism." His new film, Betty & Blue starring Keith David, is a love letter to jazz. Lensed on 16mm film across New York and New Mexico; Betty & Blue begins its festival run in 2024. Cole is currently in late development on his debut feature film Bloom, a coming-of-age drama/romance set in the gorgeous landscape of Tuscany, Italy.