Mariana Galindo
About Mariana Galindo
Mariana Galindo is the Tailoring & Simulation Lead at Pixar Animation Studios, recognized for her work on films such as 'Turning Red' and 'Toy Story 4'. She has extensive experience in character effects, having previously worked at PDI/DreamWorks and held various roles in animation and design.
Work at Pixar Animation Studios
Mariana Galindo has been working at Pixar Animation Studios since 2017, where she currently holds the position of Tailoring & Simulation Lead. In this role, she has contributed to various projects, including leading the tailoring efforts for the film 'Turning Red,' released in 2021. Prior to her current role, she served as a Tailoring & Simulation Technical Director at Pixar from 2015 to 2017.
Experience at PDI/DreamWorks
Mariana Galindo has extensive experience at PDI/DreamWorks, where she worked in various capacities. She served as a Lead Character FX Artist from 2007 to 2013, and prior to that, she was a Character FX Intern for three months in 2006. Additionally, she worked as a Digital Training Intern for three months in the same year. Her tenure at PDI/DreamWorks lasted a total of eight years.
Education and Expertise
Mariana Galindo has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Fine Art and Information Technology from Santa Clara University, studying from 2002 to 2006. In 2006, she completed a Digital Media Academy Certification in Film and Animation Studies at Stanford University. Additionally, she studied User Experience Design at General Assembly in 2015, completing the program in 11 months.
Contributions to Animated Films
Throughout her career, Mariana Galindo has made significant contributions to animated films. She was the tailoring lead for 'Toy Story 4,' which was released in 2019. Additionally, she served as the simulation lead for the short film 'Float,' released in 2018. Her work has been instrumental in enhancing the visual quality of these projects.