José Cotto

With experience in the design + build, arts + culture, and education + community engagement worlds in New Orleans, José brings a broad skillset to the Small Center team. As the Collaborative Design Project Manager, José works to advance the projects and mission of the Small Center through the ongoing building and cultivation of partnerships with Tulane University departments and community stakeholders throughout the city, as well as working to make critical resource and knowledge connections across Small Center projects. He also leads a seminar course on public space in New Orleans, working with students to explore critical connections between our built environment and social fabrics. José enjoys learning from people, baking sourdough, and shooting pool with friends.

José’s side hustles include josecottoCREATIVE, a photography and design practice he utilizes to learn more about the world and himself.