Henry Pedersen
I’m a freelance set designer based in New York. My background spans design, drafting, painting, and on-site production for contemporary theatre, opera, experimental performance, photoshoots, and events. I studied Design & Production at the University of Michigan, and since graduating, I’ve built my career around creating environments that are character-driven, visually strong and technically sound.
I grew up in San Diego and have been drawn to theater for my whole life. Long before I knew it could be a profession, I was sketching and thinking about how scenery could shape a story. It continues to be a real passion, and it still drives the way I work now.
What sets me apart is that I understand the full life of a process. I’m not only interested in the concept, but in how it gets built, painted, installed, and made to work in the real world. I’m a hard worker, a clear problem solver, and someone people enjoy having in the room and on the job. I care about bringing a steady hand to the process from start to finish.