Ben Morris
About Ben Morris
Ben Morris is a First Assistant Editor at Pixar Animation Studios with extensive experience in feature animation, including storyboards and sound design. He has worked at Pixar in various editorial roles since 2011 and has a background in film editing from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts.
Work at Pixar Animation Studios
Ben Morris has worked at Pixar Animation Studios for several years in various editorial roles. He began as an Editorial Production Assistant from 2011 to 2013, followed by a position as Editorial Assistant from 2013 to 2014. He served as Second Assistant Editor from 2014 to 2019, before advancing to First Assistant Editor in 2019, a role he continues to hold. His responsibilities include overseeing the final asset delivery and quality control processes for feature animations. He currently works under the supervision of Stephen Schaffer, ACE, on an unannounced feature film.
Education and Expertise
Ben Morris studied at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Film Editing from 2007 to 2011. He also attended Appalachian State University, focusing on History and Film Studies from 2005 to 2007. His educational background has equipped him with extensive knowledge and skills applicable to various stages of the feature animation pipeline, including storyboards, animatics, and sound design.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his tenure at Pixar Animation Studios, Ben Morris worked in different roles that contributed to his professional development. He served as a Teaching Assistant at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts from 2009 to 2011. He also worked as a Field Engineer at Kontek Systems from 2006 to 2010. These experiences provided him with a diverse skill set that he later applied in the animation industry.
Career Progression
Ben Morris's career in the animation industry reflects a steady progression through various editorial positions. Starting as an Editorial Production Assistant at Pixar, he quickly moved up to Editorial Assistant and then to Second Assistant Editor. His current role as First Assistant Editor showcases his growth and expertise in the field. His involvement in the final asset delivery and quality control processes highlights his significant contributions to the production of feature animations.