Summer Paid Intern - Undergraduate Program
Pixar
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Pixar Undergraduate Program (PUP) - Summer 2022
Job Summary:
Demo Reel / Portfolio Qualifications:
Demonstrates some combination of:
• Visual excellence. This may be through 3D digital art (Maya, Blender etc.), game design, live-action filmmaking, illustration etc.
• Technical excellence. This may be through coding projects (Python, C++ etc.), game development, computer graphics, writing plugins etc.
• Projects which show innovation or stylization are a plus.
Qualifications:
• You are an excellent communicator and collaborator. This may be demonstrated by clear presentation of your work, breakdowns and tutorials, teamwork experiences, etc.
• You are interested in a career as a Technical Director* at an animation studio.
• You already possess the legal right to work in the United States.
• You are available to work full-time Mon 6.6.22 - Fri 8.26.22
*What is a Technical Director (TD)? TDs, also known as technical artists, are filmmakers who solve the visual and technical challenges faced in producing the imagery of Pixar's films. TDs can be anything from highly technical software tool developers, to digital sculptors, to anywhere in between. TDs use and customize 3D animation software to produce the final images seen in our films, often inventing new workflows, rigs and tools along the way.
Eligibility:
Traditional Academic Paths:
• You are a freshman, sophomore or junior pursuing a Bachelor ' s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Graphics, Digital Art, Art or a related field
Less Traditional Professional Paths:
Pixar recognizes that obtaining skills and knowledge may take different forms and has expanded intern eligibility to include additional life experiences including:
• Career Transition: those whose previous work/academic experiences differ vastly from animation, VFX, gaming and other computer graphics focused industries
• Armed Forces: those who have served in the armed forces and are in a retraining program
• Home Schooled: those who are self-taught via an alternative educational path
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Visa Sponsorship:
• Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor student / intern visas at this time
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Submission Process and Application Materials:
• Attach a single PDF file containing your cover letter and resume
• Provide a link to your online demo reel in the "Demo Reel '' section of the application. If it has a password, please be sure to include an accurate password.
• Due to the high volume of submissions, we are not able to provide feedback nor are we able to respond to requests for application status. You will be notified when there is an update on your application
• I n submitting your application, you are agreeing to the terms of our Submission Release Form. Without this, we are unable to consider your application
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday, February 13, 2022
About Pixar Animation Studios:
Pixar Animation Studios, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is an Academy Award®-winning film studio with world-renowned technical, creative and production capabilities in the art of computer animation. The Northern California studio has created some of the most successful and beloved animated films of all time, including ''Toy Story,'' ''Monsters, Inc.,'' ''Cars,'' ''The Incredibles,'' ''Ratatouille,'' ''WALL• E,'' ''Up,'' ''Toy Story 3,'' ''Brave,'' ''Inside Out,'' and ''Coco.'' Its movies have won 35 Academy Awards® and have grossed more than $13 billion at the worldwide box office to date.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Pixar Inc., which is part of a business segment we call Pixar Animation Studios.
Pixar Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
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