Hi!  My name is Vanessa Cole and I am a freelance set decorator and art director based in New Zealand.   Since 2000 I have been working with both local and international designers on feature film projects, TV commercials and virtual environments for VFX companies.  
I am experienced with managing large teams, complex set, furniture and lighting builds as well as sourcing all those hard-to-find yet essential pieces to support the director's vision.
In 2023 I was nominated with Ben Procter and Dylan Cole for an Academy Award for Best Production Design / Set Decoration for Avatar: The Way of Water as well as winning the Chicago Film Critics Award and the INOCA Best Production Design award. 
At the heart of it all I have always loved a good story and the joy of being transported to another world for a few hours at the cinema. To book a virtual call or for further information including resume and referees get in touch.