Walt Disney Imagineering

Job ID 10119213 Location Celebration, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering

Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.

Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us!

You will report to the Mgr-Graphic Design & Fabrication.

This is an estimated 30-month Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement.

A portfolio review is preferred for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your resume.

What You Will Do

• Supervise Design Services consultants as required
• Organize and develop scopes of work, hard cost budgets, and schedules for projects of limited complexity and size
• Responsible for the quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of project team effort
• Answer vendor questions during Graphics fabrication bidding process
• May supervise Graphics Installation contractors in the field
• Prepare Facility impact documents to meet project schedules
• Support the development of fabrication specifications
• Working knowledge of Disney Business practices that relate to the hiring and management of fabrication vendors
• Capable of making day-to-day decisions on a scope of work with minimal supervision
• Expected to complete work as assigned with minimal supervision
• Regularly communicate and coordinate with others in the department, and as part of a larger, multidisciplinary project team
• May represent Graphics at project team meetings or vendor shops
• Support implementation of project goals/objectives through problem-solving and development of design solutions

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 3 years of experience in Environmental Graphic design practice
• Knowledge of Environmental Graphic design and sign construction techniques
• Strong Proficiency in Adobe Suite and Autodesk, with a particular focus on Illustrator, Photoshop, AutoCAD, and Revit
• Technical knowledge of Sign design
• Knowledge of related areas, including architecture, interior design, area development, etc.
• Familiarity with BIM standards
• Familiarity with documentation necessary for developing biddable documents for Graphic Signage
• Demonstrated commitment to producing high-quality work
• Familiarity with signage code requirements
• Willingness to travel extensively on various domestic and international assignments as needed supporting Disney Cruise Line assignments
• Must have a valid US Passport

Preferred Education

• BA/BS degree from an accredited program

Additional Information

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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About Walt Disney Imagineering:

Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening day.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.