Lea Torretto
About Lea Torretto
Lea Torretto is the Assistant Director of Recruiting and Special Events at Pixar Animation Studios, with a background in recruitment and event management across various leading companies in the entertainment industry. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from UC Irvine and has worked at notable organizations including Blue Sky Studios, Universal Studios, and The Walt Disney Company.
Current Role at Pixar Animation Studios
Lea Torretto serves as the Assistant Director of Recruiting and Special Events at Pixar Animation Studios. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the studio's recruitment strategies and event planning. Her role involves overseeing recruitment processes and organizing special events that align with the studio's creative vision.
Previous Experience at Pixar Animation Studios
Before her current role, Lea worked as a Senior Recruiter at Pixar Animation Studios from 2012 to 2018. During her tenure, she focused on attracting top talent to the studio, enhancing the recruitment framework, and supporting the studio's growth in animation and storytelling.
Experience at Blue Sky Studios
Lea Torretto was a Recruiter at Blue Sky Studios from 2003 to 2007. In this role, she was responsible for identifying and recruiting talent for various positions within the studio. Her experience at Blue Sky contributed to her expertise in the animation industry.
Education and Academic Background
Lea studied at the University of California, Irvine, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration. Her studies in Marketing and Business Management from 2001 to 2003 provided her with a solid foundation in business principles, which she applies in her recruiting and event management roles.
Career at The Walt Disney Company
Lea worked as a Senior Recruiter at The Walt Disney Company from 2007 to 2012. In this position, she played a key role in recruiting for various departments, helping to shape the talent pool at one of the most recognized entertainment companies in the world.