Monica Costa

Mônica Costa is a Brazilian production designer and visual artist who currently works as a Diretora de arte (Art Director) at Migdal Filmes.3 She has an extensive background in the film industry, having worked on notable projects such as Fast Five (2011), On the Road (2012), and Central Station (1998).1

Career Background

Costa began her career in 1997 and has since established herself as a respected professional in the field of art direction and production design.2 Her educational background includes:

• Journalism studies at UFPA (Universidade Federal do Pará) and PUC-RJ (Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro)2
• Education at New York University3

Artistic Development

In the 1980s, Costa started attending traditional painting and art history courses at the School of Visual Arts in Parque Lage, Rio de Janeiro.5 This early exposure to visual arts likely contributed to her eventual career path in production design and art direction.

Professional Experience

Throughout her career, Mônica Costa has worked on various projects across different mediums:

• Film: She has contributed to internationally recognized films as part of the art department.1
• Television: Her work extends to TV productions as well.4
• Theater: Costa has experience in theatrical productions, possibly in costume design.4

Additionally, she has a passion for photography and is interested in how people express themselves through their daily clothing choices.4

Mônica Costa's LinkedIn profile indicates that she is based in Rio de Janeiro and has over 500 connections in her professional network.3