Jim Korkis is an amazing individual! His in your face style of presentation is hilarious as well as delightful!
He is one of best authorities on Disney History and he has penned several books including Cartoon Confidential. I have learned a lot from Jim in so many ways.
He has been the guest of many festivals and conferences including the COMICON in San Diego.
He left his job and his acting career in L.A. and moved to Orlando to take care of his ailing parents.
He joined the staff at the Disney Institute in 1995 and immediately made an impact on our team. His specialty was writing, acting and presentation. As I have said time and time again- you did NOT want to follow Jim during a presentation - his skill levels are so high - the only way for you… was down! That said, Jim was always gracious and warm and wonderful.
When I first joined Disney, I found Jim’s folder under the 2nd or 3rd tier of candidates for the animation department at the newly formed Disney Institute. Jim’s articles for Animation Magazine were legendary! I was amazed that he had applied for the Tute and immediately hired him. I had to have him on the team. At the time, he was working as Merlin in the Magic Kingdom. How fortunate we were to add him to our staff!
Jim and I did several special presentations together at the Institute. I did what I had to do as an animator, that is balance Jim’s presentation skills with drawing funny pictures of him- usually as a sheep or a chicken with Jim’s glasses. Sorry Jim- thanks for being a good sport!
Lately, Jim has had some set-backs physically. I want to extend to him the warmest wishes for a speedy recovery…so that the new, old Jim will soon be bouncing along again…we love you man!
GET WELL JIM KORKIS!
