Emily Salas
About Emily Salas
Emily Salas is a Production Coordinator at Pixar Animation Studios, where she has worked since 2019. She has a diverse background in the film and restaurant industries, including roles at Pahara Institute and BOKA Restaurant Group.
Current Role as Production Coordinator
Emily Salas has been serving as a Production Coordinator at Pixar Animation Studios since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for coordinating various aspects of production, ensuring that projects run smoothly and efficiently. Her experience at Pixar has allowed her to contribute to the studio's renowned animated films and projects.
Experience at Pixar Animation Studios
Before her current position, Emily worked at Pixar Animation Studios as a Development Assistant for six months in 2019. This role involved supporting the development team in various capacities, providing her with valuable insights into the animation production process and the inner workings of one of the leading animation studios in the world.
Professional Background in the Restaurant Industry
Emily has a background in the restaurant industry, having worked at BOKA Restaurant Group in various roles. She served as a Lead Host at GT Fish and Oyster from 2013 to 2014 and as a Server from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, she worked as a Reservationist at Girl and the Goat for three months in 2012. These experiences provided her with strong customer service skills and an understanding of the hospitality sector.
Educational Background
Emily Salas studied at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Media and Cinema Studies from 2009 to 2013. Prior to that, she attended Von Steuben Metropolitan Science Center from 2005 to 2009. Her education has equipped her with a solid foundation in media and production, which she applies in her current role.
Previous Experience in Program Coordination
From 2016 to 2019, Emily worked as a Program Coordinator for the Pahara Institute, specifically for the Pahara-Aspen Education Fellowship in Napa, California. In this role, she managed various programmatic elements, contributing to the development and implementation of educational initiatives.