Munira Tayabji
Chief Technology Officer at Walt Disney Animation Studios
Burbank, California, United States
About Munira Tayabji
Munira Tayabji is Chief Technology Officer at Walt Disney Animation Studios. Location: Burbank, California, United States.
I am a strategic leader and seasoned technologist at the intersection of filmmaking and innovation, currently serving as Chief Technology Officer at Walt Disney Animation Studios. With more than two decades of experience across animation and visual effects, my work has focused on building and evolving the technical foundations behind creative production. I lead global, multidisciplinary teams that support artists and filmmakers by delivering reliable, scalable, and forward‑looking solutions across the studio. My leadership approach centers on thoughtful organization design, collaboration across disciplines, and creating environments where teams can do their best work. I place strong emphasis on building healthy, inclusive teams and on fostering partnerships that align creative ambition with technical excellence. I believe that diverse perspectives are the catalyst for delivering ambitious goals and inspiring artistry. My experience spans large‑scale team leadership, production pipeline transformation, product development, workflow optimization, infrastructure modernization, data strategy, and cybersecurity. Throughout my career at studios like DreamWorks and Disney Animation, my teams have been instrumental in the delivery of several top-grossing animated films. I’m passionate about creating environments where artists and technologists can do their best work—and where innovation meaningfully expands what storytelling can be, while keeping humans at the center of creativity.
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Additional experience
Vice President of Technology
Walt Disney Animation Studios
September 2024 – January 2026
Education
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.), UCLA