Jonathan Garson will become president of Pixar Animation Studios on January 4, 2027, taking over the studio’s production and operations as Jim Morris moves to president emeritus.
The leadership change was announced Wednesday by Alan Bergman, chairman of Disney Entertainment and Studios. Garson will work alongside Pixar Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter, who retains oversight of the studio’s films.
Garson and Morris will both report to Bergman after the transition takes effect.
Jim Morris will remain involved with Incredibles 3
Morris is stepping back from day-to-day leadership after 12 years as Pixar president. As president emeritus, he will remain an executive producer on Incredibles 3 and work on talent development, mentoring and technology initiatives across Pixar and Walt Disney Studios.
Jonas Rivera will also move into an expanded role as executive vice president of creative, leading Pixar’s filmmakers and development work with Docter and Garson.
Garson has worked at Pixar since 2010
Pixar currently lists Garson as its general manager. He joined the studio in 2010 and previously led its worldwide marketing and franchise work, including teams involved with consumer products, theme parks, archives and exhibitions.
Read Variety’s report on Pixar’s leadership transition and Pixar’s current Jonathan Garson biography.