Samara Al Jumaily
About Samara Al Jumaily
Samara Al Jumaily is the Department Head of Story at Pixar Animation Studios, a position she has held since 2021. She has a background in project advisory and production, with previous roles at KPMG and the Museum of Ice Cream.
Work at Pixar Animation Studios
Samara Al Jumaily has been serving as the Department Head of Story at Pixar Animation Studios since 2021. In this role, she oversees the storytelling process, contributing to the development of narratives for animated films. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Production Resource Associate in the Story and Editorial Departments at Pixar from 2020 to 2021. Her experience at Pixar encompasses a range of responsibilities that support the creative vision of the studio.
Education and Expertise
Samara Al Jumaily earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. Her educational background provides a foundation for her work in storytelling and project management. Additionally, she briefly studied at the University of Oxford in 2018, further enhancing her academic credentials.
Background in Project Advisory
Before joining Pixar, Samara Al Jumaily held various positions at KPMG, where she focused on Major Projects Advisory. She began as an Associate in 2015 and progressed to Senior Associate, Manager, and Assistant Manager roles in both the US and UK offices. Her experience at KPMG spanned several years and included significant responsibilities in project management and advisory services.
Experience in Production and Project Management
Samara Al Jumaily has diverse experience in production and project management. She worked as a Production Assistant at the Museum of Ice Cream from 2016 to 2017. Prior to that, she was an Assistant Project Manager and Design Coordination Engineer at Shimmick Construction from 2014 to 2015 and 2013 to 2014, respectively. These roles contributed to her understanding of project dynamics and creative production processes.