Emma Hall is the Director of Placemaking at Village Well, bringing expertise in creating renewed meaning, purpose, and pride in places. Their work focuses on tapping into community potential to inform future development and use. Emma's career at Village Well reflects a strong focus on place activation and community development. Progressing from Graduate Placemaker, they advanced to Placemaker and then Senior Placemaker, before assuming their current role as Director of Placemaking. Their tenure at Village Well demonstrates a growing understanding of the processes of analysis, engagement, visioning, and concept development.

Prior to their focus on placemaking, Emma contributed to architectural design and drafting at Genevieve Lilley, Paul Johnston, and Design Bureau Tasmania. These roles involved applying design principles and drafting skills to various projects. Emma also served as a Graphics Designer for the City of Hobart. Their commitment to community engagement is further exemplified by their role as the Community Street Soccer Melbourne Women's Coach (North) for The Big Issue, supporting opportunities for individuals facing homelessness and disadvantage.

Emma's academic background includes a Master of Architecture and Urban Design from Swinburne University of Technology and a Bachelor of Environmental Design (Architecture) from the University of Tasmania.