Pixar Appoints Jonathan Garson as President, Jim Morris to Become President Emeritus
Co-chairman of Disney Entertainment Alan Bergman announced a leadership change at Pixar effective January 4, 2027: Jonathan Garson will head the studio, while Jim Morris will transition to an honorary position.
Pixar will implement personnel changes starting January 4, 2027, as announced by Bergman. Garson will oversee production and operational activities at the studio alongside Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter. Docter will retain his position.
Morris, who has served as Pixar’s president for 12 years, will transition to the role of president emeritus. He will remain the executive producer of *Incredibles 3* and will focus on talent development at Pixar and Walt Disney Studios, as well as technological initiatives. Both executives will report to Bergman.
Jonas Rivera will assume an expanded role as Executive Vice President of Creative Affairs. He will collaborate with directors and creative vice presidents at Pixar, as well as oversee development, casting, and content consultation. Rivera and Docter will serve as executive producers for every feature film produced by the studio.
Garson has worked at Disney for over three decades and began his career at Pixar in 2010. Prior to his appointment, he served as the studio’s general manager and previously led marketing and franchise development teams. Morris joined Pixar in 2005 after working at Lucasfilm and Industrial Light & Magic (ILM). During his tenure, the studio’s films have grossed over $12 billion worldwide.
