Cole Swanson is a highly respected and accomplished screenwriter and film director, celebrated not only for his remarkable capacity to craft compelling narratives but also for his extensive and fruitful collaborations with influential figures within the film industry. His highly acclaimed and HBO award-nominated short film, titled Baby, played a pivotal role in propelling his successful career, which has since encompassed a diverse array of award-winning projects that have garnered widespread recognition and acclaim.
Cole's remarkable artistic profile is characterized by a distinguished array of creative partnerships with celebrated entities such as NIKE and Converse, as well as the illustrious Universal Music Group.
Cole's academic trajectory commenced at the prestigious New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, a renowned institution for the arts, where he successfully completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film & Television Production, with a concentrated focus on both writing and directing in the year 2023.
Cole is at the forefront of innovation in the film industry, having taken the bold step of forging a novel cinematic genre that he has dubbed "New Wave Black Naturalism". This groundbreaking artistic endeavour is being brought to life through his works, including the critically acclaimed film "Betty & Blue", which boasts an impressive cast featuring the renowned actor Keith David, shot on the unique and nostalgic 16mm film format. Furthermore, Cole's upcoming projects, "Bloom" and "Afro Surf", are set to take the world by storm, promising to push the boundaries of storytelling and visual aesthetics even further.
