ABOUT

Hi, I’m Kolton Cotton. I’m a projection designer, video engineer, and educator specializing in content creation and broadcast media for theatre and live entertainment. At the core of my work, I design media-driven systems for live events and teach the next generation of designers how to use these tools.

I’m deeply passionate about bridging Pittsburgh’s rich, industrial history with the rapidly evolving world of entertainment technology—connecting our city's cultural heritage with cutting-edge digital tools to support and inspire our growing community.

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My portfolio spans everything from creating high-profile broadcast content for the 2025 Grammy Awards and engineering systems for CMU's Forge to Field AI Pitch Competition, to designing interactive installations at the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh and collaborating with local companies like Quantum Theatre and City Theatre.

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Whether I’m teaching an introductory media workshop, designing for the stage, or configuring a broadcast, I approach every project with a commitment to accessibility, inclusive collaboration, and thoughtful technology integration.

Let’s build something incredible together