Video Systems Designer (Casual Temporary/Seasonal)

Job ID 10110490 Location Celebration, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Jan. 08, 2025

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Job Summary:

Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences! From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and other locations the world over. This diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers, and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, outstanding resourcefulness, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust!

About the Role & Team

With a strong understanding of Video Systems Design theory and practice, you will provide technical design expertise in the areas of media playback, programming, routing, and displays technology.

This is a casual temporary/seasonal role that will report to the Manager, Video Systems Design

What You Will Do

Participate in project's creative development and defines scope by identifying system needs and functions based on creative goals
Develop & execute the video system designs for live shows and facility infrastructure as assigned.
Provide an integrated structure throughout the entire process of development through implementation of live show entertainment product, and development of equipment and labor budgets
Create a design package as a living document assembled along with the show development and production from initial concept and pitch phase
Guide design progress through buy off, procurement, installation, and test & adjust, programming, rehearsals and opening, concluding with As-Built documentation for operating partners at the venue
Partner with CAD department to ensure 3D modeling requirements are met/delivered to Media Development
Function as primary interface between Creative and Technical with regard to media creation/playback/quality of media delivered by Media Development
Design appropriate systems for shows and/or facility infrastructure that address site and venue operational needs
Create design drawings: Plans, Line, Layouts, 3D pre-visualization, Occlusion Assessment, BTU/Power/Weight load estimates, etc.
Work with Procurement, Technical Direction, and Production to comply with Company buying standards and schedule of receiving equipment/products/etc.
Assist Technical Direction staff with Video Integrator Management, Factory Acceptance Testing and Sight Acceptance Testing
Oversee the installation, test & adjust and programming of required elements
Provides support through programming, training, rehearsals and opening of show
Research video and display technologies in support of design effort
Conduct ongoing entertainment show quality evaluations (ASQA Reports) of existing entertainment offerings to assist with maintaining the original entertainment show intent and exceptional quality
Partner with Consultant Video Designers and vendors to ensure Disney quality, compatibility, training and proper documentation of all video services delivered

Required Qualifications & Skills

3+ years experience in video systems design in live show/theatrical production, live event production, technical, and stage management production
Advanced experience with most video delivery systems, such as, LED monitors and screens, and high-powered projectors
Advanced comprehension of the various formats for video content creation and compatible delivery systems in both file delivery and live delivery environment, and understanding of SMPTE standards
Understanding of video distribution and routing systems, including advanced network setup, advanced signal flow, file management, and advanced Video programming methods
Must be able to read architectural blueprints and interpret electrical drawings
Proficiency with CAD drafting programs both 2D and 3D
General understanding of 3D and UV workflow and principals of Projection Mapping on a large scale.
Ability to be flexible with work schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and frequent extended international travel

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Knowledge of TWDC Standards and/or Industry Standards
Fluency in any additional languages (Mandarin, French, Japanese, Spanish, etc.)

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in the technical aspects of Video/Broadcast Production, or Theater Arts

Benefits & Perks

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 Disney Entertainment Productions, which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.

Disney Entertainment Productions 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.

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