Pixar Animations Studios from film to streaming: What are the lessons?

Join Bill Wise, a veteran of Pixar Animation Studios, as he shares his wealth of experience from almost three decades of storytelling, visual effects, and technical leadership. Having contributed to iconic films like Toy Story, The Incredibles, and WALL-E, and recently leading projects for Pixar/Disney+, Bill provides a behind-the-scenes look at Pixar's evolution from blockbuster films to streaming platforms.

In this insightful session, Bill will explore the challenges and innovations Pixar faced as it transitioned into the world of streaming. He'll discuss the impact of this shift on production pipelines, storytelling techniques, and the creative process, offering lessons learned from his time as a Supervising Technical Director and Visual Effects Supervisor. Bill’s journey includes working on Oscar-winning films like For the Birds and Brave, and he will offer key takeaways from his recent projects for Disney+, including his work on visualizing and producing content for this new era.

Whether you’re a fan of Pixar or interested in the future of animation and streaming, this session promises a fascinating look at how one of the world’s most beloved studios adapted to the changing media landscape