Jamie Ryan
About Jamie Ryan
Jamie Ryan is an animator with a strong educational background in animation and art history. Currently working at Pixar Animation Studios, Ryan has accumulated diverse experience in the animation industry, including roles at Blue Sky Studios and various positions in customer service and administration.
Work at Pixar Animation Studios
Jamie Ryan has worked at Pixar Animation Studios in various capacities since 2018. Initially, Jamie participated in a summer internship in 2018, which provided foundational experience in character animation. Following the internship, Jamie served as a Fix Animator from 2019 to 2022 for three years. Currently, Jamie holds the position of Animator, having started in 2022. The role involves contributing to the animation process, leveraging skills developed through previous experiences in the animation field.
Education and Expertise
Jamie Ryan has a comprehensive educational background in animation. Jamie studied at San Jose State University, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Animation/Illustration and a Minor in Art History from 2002 to 2010. Furthering education, Jamie attended The Animation Collaborative from 2014 to 2018, focusing on Character Animation. Additionally, Jamie completed a diploma in Character Animation at Animation Mentor from 2010 to 2012. This diverse educational experience supports Jamie's expertise in animation and art.
Background in Technical Animation
Jamie Ryan gained experience as a Technical Animator at Blue Sky Studios for one month in 2018. This role allowed Jamie to work in a different animation environment, enhancing technical skills relevant to animation projects. The experience at Blue Sky Studios complemented Jamie's work at Pixar, providing a broader perspective on animation techniques and workflows.
Previous Work Experience
Before pursuing a career in animation, Jamie Ryan held various roles in different sectors. Jamie worked as a Server/Trainer at Chili's from 2004 to 2012 for eight years, which involved customer service and training responsibilities. Additionally, Jamie served as a Patient Services Representative at Sutter Health - Palo Alto Medical Foundation for one year from 2013 to 2014. Jamie also worked as an Administrative Assistant I at Santa Clara County Fire Department from 2015 to 2018 for three years, gaining organizational skills beneficial for animation projects.