Ethan Tobman is an award-winning production designer, director, and creative director, and the founder of Remote Design Inc., known for its emotionally immersive approach to visual storytelling. He is recognized for developing “emotional architecture,” translating character psychology into physical design. Ethan’s recent work includes creative direction for Taylor Swift’s record-breaking Eras Tour and production design for The Menu, Free Guy, Beautiful Boy, the Academy Award-winning Room, and the Emmy-winning Pam & Tommy.
Beyond his studio leadership, Ethan has directed Allison Russell’s Juno Award-winning Demons and collaborated with leading global artists including Beyoncé (Lemonade, Black Is King), Taylor Swift (All Too Well, Cardigan, Fortnight), Kendrick Lamar (All the Stars), Ariana Grande (No Tears Left to Cry), and OK Go (The Writings on the Wall). A Cannes-selected filmmaker at 19, he continues to expand his work across film, music, and live performance, with upcoming projects including his first Broadway musical and creative direction for Sphere residencies.
At BRIDGE Summit, Ethan Tobman will discuss the craft of designing emotionally resonant worlds, the future of multidisciplinary creative direction, and how storytelling, psychology, and innovation shape the next generation of immersive experiences.
As algorithms shape attention and screens mediate emotion, the world’s most influential artists are turning to technology to reconnect with audiences. This session brings together creative directors and producers behind shows for artists like ABBA, Beyoncé, and Taylor Swift to explore how cutting edge technology can deepen human connection. Through real examples they show how innovation and intimacy can coexist and how technology can still bring people together through story.
Minister of Information, Kingdom of Bahrain
Mental Health Advocate & Digital Humanitarian, Onefluent
Author, Visual Content Creator & Creative Director, Msafh Productions
Co-founder & Executive Producer, Blinkink
Chief Communications Officer, Mubadala Investment Company
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