Gil Zimmerman is a multifaceted creative force, exemplifying his impressive range by simultaneously holding the dual roles of Director and Cinematographer at the renowned DreamWorks Animation, alongside nurturing a parallel career as a professional musician within the vibrant Los Angeles music scene.
With a robust foundation in both the cinematic and musical arts, Gil's professional trajectory commenced at the prestigious University of Southern California, where he had the opportunity to delve deeply into the disciplines of Film and Music, laying the groundwork for his future successes.
As the culmination of his academic pursuits, Gil emerged from his educational institution with a profound sense of accomplishment, his future trajectory forever altered by the transformative experience. Prior to embarking on this new path, Gil had initially set out to establish himself as a studio musician, with the ultimate goal of transitioning into the realm of film composition. Yet, it was during this period of creative exploration that he stumbled upon an innate aptitude for Graphic Design and Animation, a serendipitous discovery that would ultimately redirect the course of his professional journey.
In the span of two years, a significant career milestone was reached by Gil, who was subsequently offered the esteemed position of Supervising Technical Director at Walt Disney Feature Animation. In this new role, Gil was responsible for overseeing the entire CG production process for a pair of highly acclaimed animated films, namely Tarzan and Treasure Planet.
Gil, a renowned cinematographer, embarked on a remarkable journey in 2001 by joining the esteemed DreamWorks Animation, a pioneer in the realm of animation. Since then, he has made a lasting impact by lending his expertise to a plethora of critically acclaimed animated films, including the likes of Shark Tale, Puss in Boots, and the highly successful How to Train Your Dragon franchise.
Gil's impressive portfolio also boasts his work as a visual consultant on the beloved animated film, Home, and as a previz artist on a diverse range of projects, such as Over the Hedge, Turbo, and Trolls.
Gil's remarkable career as a professional musician has afforded him the extraordinary opportunity to share the stage and recording studio with an impressive array of esteemed artists and orchestras, truly placing him among the crème de la crème of the music industry.
