Jacob Combs
About Jacob Combs
Jacob Combs is a Creative Development Associate at Pixar Animation Studios, where he has worked since 2019. He has experience in various roles within the animation industry, including script supervision and production coordination, and has contributed to projects showcased at film festivals.
Work at Pixar Animation Studios
Jacob Combs has held multiple positions at Pixar Animation Studios. He began as a Director's Assistant from 2015 to 2017, followed by a role as Production Coordinator - Feature Production from 2017 to 2018. He transitioned to Production Coordinator - Development in 2018, where he worked until 2019. Currently, he serves as a Creative Development Associate since 2019. His involvement in various capacities highlights his versatility and commitment to the studio.
Film Projects and Screenplays
Jacob Combs has been actively involved in film projects beyond his roles at Pixar. His short film screenplay, MESSRS., was selected through Pixar's AfterWORK program and is currently in post-production. Additionally, his debut short live-action film, WITHOUT, has been showcased at film festivals across the United States, Latin America, and South America. These projects demonstrate his engagement in creative storytelling.
Education and Expertise
Jacob Combs studied at Brown University, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in English Literature and Music from 2007 to 2011. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in creative development and screenwriting. He also attended Viewpoint School, completing his high school education from 2003 to 2007.
Background in Theatre and Music
Jacob Combs began his professional career in the music department at Second Stage Theatre, working on the off-Broadway original musical THE BLUE FLOWER. He also served as a Music Department Assistant at Second Stage Theatre for three months in 2011. Additionally, he composed music and lyrics for the musical adaptation of Eric Kimmel's children's book, HERSHEL & THE HANUKKAH GOBLINS, which premiered in Chicago in December 2018.
Experience at Blue Sky Studios
Jacob Combs worked at Blue Sky Studios from 2012 to 2014, where he held positions as Script Supervisor/Story Coordinator and Story Department Production Assistant. During his time there, he contributed to films such as EPIC, RIO 2, and ICE AGE 5. His experience in the story and script department at Blue Sky Studios further developed his skills in film production and storytelling.