Writer & Director Specializing in Animation & Documentary; Former Director at Pixar Animation Studios; Chief Creative Officer at Ryzo Studios; Director of "Loop"

San Francisco, CA, USA
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Erica Milsom Biography

Erica Milsom is a writer and director whose career spans animation, documentary, and interactive media. With two decades at Pixar Animation Studios, Milsom has developed a filmmaking portfolio across multiple mediums, focusing on narratives that explore character, world-building, and technical innovation in animation. Her experience as an animation director is informed by a decade directing behind-the-scenes documentary content at Pixar, where she produced numerous short pieces about the studio's filmmaking process and creative culture.

Milsom directed and wrote the animated short film "Loop" for Pixar Animation Studios, which centers on a non-verbal autistic girl and a talkative boy learning to communicate. The film features Pixar's first non-speaking autistic character and involved collaboration with consultants from the Autistic Self Advocacy Network to ensure authentic representation. "Loop" is part of Pixar's SparkShorts division, known for experimental storytelling in animation. Milsom also directed the independent documentary "Snow Day: Life, Death, and Skiing," which profiles senior skiers, and the short film "So Much Yellow," which addresses the experiences of a child with Down syndrome in the 1960s.

Her credits include the documentary "Embrace the Panda: Making Turning Red," which examines the work of the first all-women leadership team at Pixar, and the Emmy Award-nominated series "Inside Pixar." Throughout her tenure at Pixar, Milsom contributed to the studio's approach to unscripted programming on Disney+ and other platforms, helping to define its creative culture.

Following her time at Pixar, Milsom co-founded Ryzo Studios with Todd Shaiman, in partnership with researchers at Stanford and UCSF. Ryzo Studios produces films, games, and live events for children ages 10 and up, focusing on social-emotional learning and collaboration with clinicians. As chief creative officer, Milsom leads projects that bridge animation and interactive media, aiming to foster empathy and social impact. She is also a Rockefeller Bellagio Fellow, recognized for her work in storytelling that drives social change across film and interactive platforms.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/13/2026.

Erica Milsom Speaking Topics

  • Navigating AI in Creativity: Unveiling the Potential, Confronting the Challenges

    As artificial intelligence reshapes the creative landscape, creators, companies and audiences are grappling with a host of new questions... First, for many

    • will an AI bot replace me? What can I do about that? As storytellers and studio founders, we are excited to find an answer that redefines the question:

    • How can I partner with AI tools to strengthen my creative process and swiftly reach more possibilities?

    • How can AI enhance our creative process while preserving the essence of human expression?

    • What ethical considerations arise from the integration of AI into our artistic endeavors?

    • Are we leveraging AI as a tool for innovation without compromising artistic integrity?

    Join us for a deep dive into the evolving role of AI in the creative process. Discover how creators like Erica Milsom negotiate the possibilities and perils of AI, leveraging its capabilities to push the boundaries of storytelling while navigating the ethical complexities it presents.

  • Storytelling and Activation - Moving your audience beyond the Screen

    With an influx of media creators, an ever-expanding distribution landscape, and the onslaught of AI-created content, many of us are wondering, 'Does the story I'm telling matter at all?' Don't worry. It does! But we need to think about story more broadly than before, and ask ourselves new questions: What actions can our stories inspire beyond mere entertainment? How can we authentically engage audiences while staying true to our creative vision? Are we leveraging our narratives to foster meaningful connections and drive real-world change? In this session, explore storytelling's transformative power beyond traditional screens' confines. Learn how to craft narratives that resonate deeply with audiences, navigate an expanding world of audience engagement to inspire action, and leave a lasting impact on your world.

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Erica Milsom Videos

Winners React: 2020 Electronic Theater Best in Show ‘Loop’

Winners React: 2020 Electronic Theater Best in Show ‘Loop’

Pixar Animation Studios Director Erica Milsom shares her reaction to “Loop” winning Best in Show for the SIGGRAPH 2020 Computer Animation...

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Erica Milsom is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Navigating AI in Creativity: Unveiling the Potential, Confronting the Challenges, Storytelling and Activation - Moving your audience beyond the Screen, Leading Indie Studios: Embracing the Small, the Crazy, and the NEXT and Building Inclusive Narratives: Autism, Animation, and the Power of Collaboration. The estimated speaking fee range to book Erica Milsom for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Erica Milsom generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Candice Vernon, Rachel Chavkin, Brenda Chapman, Tiffany Shlain and Marielle Heller. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Erica Milsom for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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