Gaston Ugarte
About Gaston Ugarte
Gaston Ugarte serves as the Lead Modeling Technical Director at Pixar Animation Studios, a position he has held since 2007. He has previous experience as a senior modeler at Sony Pictures Imageworks and as a modeler at Charlex.
Current Role at Pixar Animation Studios
Gaston Ugarte serves as the Lead Modeling Technical Director at Pixar Animation Studios. He has held this position since 2007, contributing to the studio's renowned animation projects. His role involves overseeing the modeling process, ensuring high-quality character and environment designs that align with Pixar's artistic vision.
Previous Experience at Sony Pictures Imageworks
Before joining Pixar, Gaston Ugarte worked as a Senior Modeler at Sony Pictures Imageworks from 2005 to 2007. In this role, he was responsible for creating detailed 3D models for various animated films, enhancing the visual storytelling through his expertise in modeling techniques.
Early Career at Charlex
Gaston Ugarte began his career as a modeler at Charlex, where he worked from 2004 to 2005. This position allowed him to develop his skills in 3D modeling and animation, laying the groundwork for his future roles in the industry.
Education and Expertise
Gaston Ugarte earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Ringling College of Art and Design, where he studied from 1997 to 2002. He also attended Universidad Nacional de Tucumán for one year from 1996 to 1997. His educational background provided him with a strong foundation in art and design principles, which he applies in his professional work.