John Trauscht
About John Trauscht
John Trauscht is a Senior Graphic Designer at Pixar Animation Studios, specializing in child-property development and custom font development. He has a diverse design portfolio and has worked on notable projects such as Really Woolly Kids and VeggieTales.
Work at Pixar Animation Studios
John Trauscht has been employed at Pixar Animation Studios as a Senior Graphic Designer since 2021. In this role, he contributes to the visual design aspects of various projects, leveraging his extensive experience in graphic design and child-property development. His work at Pixar reflects his commitment to high-quality design and storytelling.
Experience in Design Management
Prior to joining Pixar, John Trauscht held significant positions in design management. He worked at Big Idea, Inc. as Design Manager and Senior Designer from 1998 to 2008, where he recorded music for the children's property VeggieTales. He also served as VP of Design at SpringSprang Studio, LLC from 2009 to 2014, managing and art directing teams of designers and production artists.
Education and Expertise
John Trauscht studied at the American Academy of Art, where he earned an Associate of Applied Science in Digital Design from 1992 to 1994. He also attended Loyola University of Chicago, achieving a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from 1987 to 1990. His educational background supports his expertise in graphic design, child-property development, and custom font development.
Diverse Design Portfolio
John Trauscht has developed a diverse design portfolio that includes work for corporate, restaurant, and food & beverage clients. His experience extends to lettering graphic novels, where he has worked on sound effects and dialogue. This varied background showcases his versatility and ability to adapt to different design needs.
Music Contributions to Children's Properties
In addition to his graphic design work, John Trauscht has performed and written music for DaySpring's animated property Really Woolly Kids. He also recorded mandolin and guitar parts for VeggieTales during his tenure at Big Idea, Inc. His contributions to music in children's media complement his design expertise.