Domee Shi
About Domee Shi
Domee Shi's Current Role at Pixar Animation Studios
Domee Shi holds the position of Vice President, Creative at Pixar Animation Studios. She has risen through the ranks at Pixar from her beginnings as a story intern in June 2011. In her current role, she is involved in overseeing creative projects and contributing to the development of new animated films and shorts.
Domee Shi's Early Career at Pixar
Domee Shi began her career at Pixar Animation Studios as a story intern in June 2011. She quickly transitioned into a role as a story artist, where she contributed to the Academy Award-winning feature film 'Inside Out'. Following this, she worked on other notable Pixar films including 'The Good Dinosaur', 'Incredibles 2', and 'Toy Story 4'.
Domee Shi's Accomplishments as a Director
In 2015, Domee Shi began pitching ideas for short films. Her proposal for 'Bao' was greenlit, and she wrote and directed the short film, which went on to win the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film. She then made her feature film directorial debut with 'Turning Red', which was released on Disney+ on March 11, 2022.
Domee Shi's Educational Background
Domee Shi graduated from the animation program at Sheridan College. Her education provided the foundation for her career in animation, leading to her significant contributions at Pixar Animation Studios.
Domee Shi's Personal Background
Domee Shi was born in Chongqing, China and spent most of her life in Toronto, Canada. She currently resides in Oakland, California. In addition to her professional achievements in animation, Domee Shi has a personal passion for cats.