Cheyenne Chapel
About Cheyenne Chapel
Cheyenne Chapel is a Set Dressing Technical Director at Pixar Animation Studios, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in visualization from Texas A&M University and has held various roles at Pixar and other organizations, focusing on optimizing workflows in computer graphics projects.
Current Role as Set Dressing Technical Director
Cheyenne Chapel currently serves as a Set Dressing Technical Director at Pixar Animation Studios. This role has been held since 2020, contributing to the creation of immersive environments for animated films. Chapel's responsibilities include overseeing the set dressing process, ensuring that environments are both visually appealing and contextually appropriate for the narratives being told.
Experience at Pixar Animation Studios
Cheyenne Chapel has extensive experience at Pixar Animation Studios, having worked in various capacities. Chapel interned as a Sets Modeling & Dressing Technical Director for three months in 2019 and participated in the Pixar Undergraduate Program as an intern for two months in 2018. Following these internships, Chapel was a Sets Modeling and Dressing TD Resident from 2019 to 2020, gaining further expertise in set dressing techniques and workflows.
Educational Background in Visualization
Cheyenne Chapel earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Visualization from Texas A&M University, completing the program from 2015 to 2019. During this period, Chapel developed a strong foundation in both hard surface and organic modeling, which is essential for creating believable environments in digital media. The education received at Texas A&M also included practical experiences, such as serving as a Class Representative and a Student Technician in the Department of Visualization.
Internship Experience at Lucerna Studios
In 2017, Cheyenne Chapel completed a two-month internship at Lucerna Studios. This experience contributed to Chapel's skill development in the field of computer graphics and provided insights into the industry. The internship allowed Chapel to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting, further enhancing technical abilities.
Involvement in ACM SIGGRAPH
Cheyenne Chapel volunteered as a student at the ACM SIGGRAPH chapter at Texas A&M University. This involvement included attending the annual conference in Los Angeles, which provided opportunities for networking and learning about advancements in computer graphics and interactive techniques. Participation in such events reflects Chapel's commitment to professional growth and engagement with the broader visualization community.