Doug Carney
About Doug Carney
Doug Carney is a Morale Officer and French Fry Chef at the world's largest McDonald's, with a background in animation and film. He worked at Pixar for seven years as a story animator and has contributed to various notable projects in the animation industry.
Work at Pixar Animation Studios
Doug Carney worked at Pixar Animation Studios from 2004 to 2011, serving as a story animator. His tenure included roles as an animator and story animator in both Emeryville, California, and San Francisco, Quezon. During his time at Pixar, he contributed to major films such as Wall-E and Toy Story 3, where he held the position of Lead Digital Storyboard Artist. His work involved creating visual narratives that shaped the storytelling process in these acclaimed animated features.
Education and Expertise
Doug Carney studied at the University of Missouri-Columbia, where he earned a Bachelor of General Sciences with a focus on film, philosophy, and English. He also attended Columbia College Chicago, where he furthered his education in film. This academic background provided him with a strong foundation in storytelling and visual arts, which he applied throughout his career in animation and film production.
Background in Animation and Film
Before his time at Pixar, Doug Carney worked on various animation projects, including directing and animating videos for the Residents, with one showcased at the Rotterdam Film Festival in 2002. He co-directed and animated a music video for DJ Shadow titled 'Mashin' on the Motorway', which was featured at the Rotterdam Film Festival in 2003. He also created animations for a DJ Shadow live tour and a Free Range ad campaign promoting the benefits of breast milk.
Career Beyond Animation
After leaving Pixar, Doug Carney worked as a stone mason in the San Francisco Bay Area from 2013 to 2017. He also took on the role of Morale Officer and French Fry Chef at the world's largest McDonald's in San Francisco, Quezon, starting in 2012. In addition to these roles, he contributed to the film Scooby Doo 2 while at Giant Killer Robots, performing detailed roto-scoping work.
Current Projects and Initiatives
Doug Carney is currently co-writing and designing characters and worlds for a potential animated series. His ongoing involvement in animation reflects his commitment to storytelling and character development, building on his extensive experience in the industry.