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David Thibodeau

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David began his animation career at Walt Disney Animation Studios as a production assistant on Big Hero 6. Over six years at Disney, he contributed to the production of Zootopia, Ralph Breaks the Internet, and Raya and the Last Dragon, supporting teams across story, editorial, art, and assets. In 2019 he joined Netflix Animation Studios, working on Back to the Outback and Thelma the Unicorn, partnering with production and creative teams across the CG pipeline. He is currently serving as line producer on the upcoming animated feature Charlie vs the Chocolate Factory. Before finding his way into animation, David studied advertising and public relations and worked as a marketing assistant at a museum in Massachusetts. He also worked at The Haunted Mansion in Florida, serving as a butler for the 999 happy haunts.

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From First Step to First Credit: Careers in Animation

Room 107 | Shannon Vargas | Esther Tejano | Ethan Ng | Pablo Diaz De Leon Hicks | David Thibodeau | Netflix Animation Studios

Discover how to build a career in animation, no matter where you’re starting from. In this panel, artists and production staff from Netflix Animation Studios will share how they broke into the industry—from early portfolios or resumes and networking strategies to landing their first credit and growing their careers. Learn practical tips on developing your skills, collaborating with teams, and finding opportunities in today’s evolving animation landscape.

Skill Level: General Audience

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