Daniela Strijleva
About Daniela Strijleva
Daniela Strijleva is a Production Designer with extensive experience in animation. She has worked at Pixar Animation Studios in various roles since 2008 and studied Animation at Sheridan College from 1999 to 2002.
Work at Pixar Animation Studios
Daniela Strijleva has held multiple roles at Pixar Animation Studios. She worked as a Character Designer from 2008 to 2010, contributing to the development of characters for various projects. After a brief hiatus, she returned to Pixar as an Art Director from 2011 to 2017, where she played a significant role in the visual direction of animated films. Since 2017, she has been serving as a Production Designer, focusing on the overall aesthetic and design elements of projects. Her tenure at Pixar has spanned over a decade, showcasing her expertise in animation design.
Education and Expertise
Daniela Strijleva studied Animation at Sheridan College from 1999 to 2002. This three-year program provided her with foundational skills in animation techniques and design principles. Her education has equipped her with the necessary knowledge to excel in various roles within the animation industry, particularly in character and production design.
Background in Animation Industry
Before joining Pixar, Daniela Strijleva gained experience in the animation industry through various positions. She worked at Tonic Dna in Montréal as a Clean Up and Inbetween artist from 1997 to 1999. Following that, she was employed at the National Film Board of Canada for six months in 2000, where she focused on story, design, and animation. Strijleva also worked at Nelvana as a Designer from 2002 to 2006, further developing her skills in animation and design.
Professional Experience Timeline
Daniela Strijleva's professional experience spans several key positions in the animation field. She began her career at Tonic Dna from 1997 to 1999, followed by a role at the National Film Board of Canada in 2000. After her education, she worked at Nelvana from 2002 to 2006. Strijleva then joined Pixar Animation Studios as a Character Designer from 2008 to 2010, transitioned to Art Director from 2011 to 2017, and has been serving as a Production Designer since 2017.