Emma Staniforth
About Emma Staniforth
Emma Staniforth serves as the Technical Director for Global Technology at Pixar Animation Studios, a position she has held since 2022. She has a background in software development and graphics engineering, with previous experience at Amazon and Aurora, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Georgia Institute of Technology.
Current Role at Pixar Animation Studios
Emma Staniforth serves as the Technical Director for Global Technology at Pixar Animation Studios. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to various technological advancements within the company. Her role is based in Emeryville, California, where she applies her expertise to enhance the studio's global technology initiatives.
Previous Experience in Technology
Before her current role, Emma Staniforth worked at Aurora as a Graphics Software Engineer from 2020 to 2021. She also completed multiple internships at Pixar Animation Studios, including a Technical Director Intern position in Global Technology in 2020 and a Research Intern role in 2019. Additionally, she gained experience as a Software Development Engineer Intern at Amazon in 2018.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Emma Staniforth earned her Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the Georgia Institute of Technology. She attended the institution from 2015 to 2019, where she developed a strong foundation in technology and software development.
Internship Experience
Emma has a diverse internship background, including a role as an R&D Intern at NTT in Japan in 2018. She also worked as a Technology Support Assistant at the Georgia Institute of Technology's Multimedia Studio for three years, where she provided technical assistance and support.