Jillian Underwood Harwin
About Jillian Underwood Harwin
Jillian Underwood Harwin is a Production Coordinator at Pixar Animation Studios, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in animation and visual effects, with experience at companies like Twitter, Slack, and Skywalker Sound.
Current Role at Pixar Animation Studios
Jillian Underwood Harwin has been serving as a Production Coordinator at Pixar Animation Studios since 2020. In this role, she is involved in the coordination of various production activities within the studio, contributing to the development of animated films. Her work is based in Emeryville, California, where she collaborates with creative teams to ensure smooth production processes.
Experience in Motion Graphics Coordination
Harwin coordinated motion graphics for the film 'Lightyear,' which was released in 2022. Her role involved overseeing the integration of visual effects and graphics that enhance the storytelling in the film. Additionally, she coordinated effects for the film 'Luca,' released in 2021, showcasing her expertise in animation and visual effects.
Professional Background in Customer Experience
Before joining Pixar, Harwin worked at Slack as a Customer Experience Agent and Policy Lead from 2015 to 2017. In this position, she focused on customer support and policy implementation, contributing to the overall user experience. She also held a role at Twitter as a Trust & Safety Operations Specialist and Brand Policy Agent from 2011 to 2014, where she was involved in maintaining platform integrity.
Educational Background in Animation and Visual Effects
Jillian Underwood Harwin studied at Vancouver Film School, where she achieved an Honours Diploma in 3D Animation and Visual Effects from 2014 to 2015. This education provided her with foundational skills in animation and visual effects, which she has applied in her subsequent roles in the film industry. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from The University of Texas at Austin, earned from 2007 to 2011.
Early Career and Internships
Harwin began her professional journey as a Swimming Instructor and Office Team Member at Emler Swim School from 2008 to 2011. She also gained experience as a Registration Intern at SXSW in 2011, where she contributed to event management. Her diverse early career experiences laid the groundwork for her future roles in the animation and tech industries.