Jonas Rivera
About Jonas Rivera
Jonas Rivera - Executive Vice President, Production
Jonas Rivera serves as the Executive Vice President, Production at Pixar Animation Studios. His journey with Pixar began in 1994 when he was hired as the studio's first and only production intern to work on 'Toy Story'. Over the years, he has advanced through various roles on almost every Pixar feature film, demonstrating consistent involvement and leadership in the studio's production efforts.
Jonas Rivera - Education and Expertise
Jonas Rivera holds a degree in Film Production from San Francisco State University. His educational background provided a strong foundation for his career in film production. Throughout his years at Pixar, he has developed and honed his expertise in various aspects of film production, contributing significantly to the studio's success.
Jonas Rivera - Career at Pixar Animation Studios
Jonas Rivera joined Pixar Animation Studios in 1994 to work on 'Toy Story' as the sole production intern. He has since played crucial roles in almost every subsequent Pixar feature film. His notable role as a producer began with the 2009 film 'Up', followed by 'Inside Out' in collaboration with director Pete Docter, and 'Toy Story 4' released in the summer of 2019. His contributions have been pivotal in achieving critical and commercial successes for the studio.
Jonas Rivera - Achievements and Awards
Jonas Rivera has been recognized with multiple awards throughout his career. He was twice awarded Producer of the Year in Animated Features by the Producers Guild of America for his work on 'Up' and 'Inside Out'. 'Up' also earned a nomination for Best Picture by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, making it only the second animated film in history to receive this honor. 'Inside Out' won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature and received a nomination for Best Original Screenplay.
Jonas Rivera - Personal Background
Originally from Castro Valley, Jonas Rivera pursued his passion for film production at San Francisco State University, where he graduated with a degree in Film Production. His upbringing and education have influenced his career path, leading him to significant roles at Pixar Animation Studios and contributing to some of the most beloved animated films of recent years.