I am an experienced professional working primarily at Pixar Animation Studios since 1991, specializing in Character Design, Storyboarding, Animation, Development Art, Gag Work, and Voice Work. I've contributed to numerous high-profile projects including all five Toy Story films, Monsters, Inc. and University, WALL-E, Turning Red, and many others, as well as Pixar Theme Parks development. My skills range from 2D and 3D Animation and Character Design to voice acting roles, including iconic characters such as Alien Squeak toy, Mr. Spell, and Thaddeus Bile. I am passionate about storytelling, bringing characters to life, and contributing creatively across many facets of the animation and entertainment industry with a friendly and collaborative approach.

Jeff Pidgeon

I am an experienced professional working primarily at Pixar Animation Studios since 1991, specializing in Character Design, Storyboarding, Animation, Development Art, Gag Work, and Voice Work. I've contributed to numerous high-profile projects including all five Toy Story films, Monsters, Inc. and University, WALL-E, Turning Red, and many others, as well as Pixar Theme Parks development. My skills range from 2D and 3D Animation and Character Design to voice acting roles, including iconic characters such as Alien Squeak toy, Mr. Spell, and Thaddeus Bile. I am passionate about storytelling, bringing characters to life, and contributing creatively across many facets of the animation and entertainment industry with a friendly and collaborative approach.

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I am an experienced professional working primarily at Pixar Animation Studios since 1991, specializing in Character Design, Storyboarding, Animation, Development Art, Gag Work, and Voice Work. I’ve contributed to numerous high-profile projects including all five Toy Story films, Monsters, Inc. and University, WALL-E, Turning Red, and many others, as well as Pixar Theme Parks development.

My skills range from 2D and 3D Animation and Character Design to voice acting roles, including iconic characters such as Alien Squeak toy, Mr. Spell, and Thaddeus Bile. I am passionate about storytelling, bringing characters to life, and contributing creatively across many facets of the animation and entertainment industry with a friendly and collaborative approach.

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Work Experience

Character Designer at Pixar Animation Studios
January 1, 2024 - August 17, 2025
Worked from 1991 to 2024 in Richmond & Emeryville, CA. Designed characters including THX Robot mascot (1995) and Mr. B from Lifted (2006).
Animator at Pixar Animation Studios
January 1, 1994 - August 17, 2025
Created animations for commercial division spots (Life Savers, Coke, Listerine, etc.) and Toy Story from 1991 to 1994 in Richmond, CA.
Storyboard Artist at Pixar Animation Studios
January 1, 2024 - August 17, 2025
Developed storyboards including beat boards and continuity storyboards for all five Toy Story films, Monsters, Inc., Monsters University, WALL-E, Turning Red, and others from 1991 to 2024.
Development & Gag Artist at Pixar Animation Studios
January 1, 2024 - August 17, 2025
Provided development work and gag ideas for many feature and short film projects including Up, Brave, Inside Out 2, Soul, Coco, and Onward from 1991 to 2024.
Pixar Theme Parks Group Artist at Pixar Animation Studios
January 1, 2024 - August 17, 2025
Created development art for various rides, attractions, hotels, cruise ships, and merchandise from 2010 to 2024 in Emeryville, CA.
Voice Actor at Pixar Animation Studios
January 1, 2024 - August 17, 2025
Provided voice work for characters such as Alien Squeak toy (Toy Story films), Mr. Spell (Toy Story 2), Thaddeus Bile (Monsters, Inc.) and various background characters from 1991 to 2024.

Education

BFA in Character Animation at California Institute Of The Arts
September 1, 1984 - May 1, 1988

Qualifications

Motion Picture Academy Member (AMPS/Oscars)
January 11, 2030 - August 17, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods