Special Effects Designer

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Job ID 10088205 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Jun. 24, 2024

Job Summary:

Walt Disney Imagineering is the master planning, creative design, engineering, production, project management, and research and development arm of Disney's Parks and Resorts business segment. Representing more than 150 fields, its expert teams of Imagineers are managing the creation of Disney resorts, theme parks and attractions, hotels, water parks, real estate developments, regional entertainment venues, cruise ships and new media technology projects. Are you ready to join this best-in-class team today!

About the Role & Team

The Special Effects team within Show Systems Studio is the creative mind behind the effects seen within many of our attractions, cruise lines and throughout our resorts. This role will assist with mock-up, design, production, installation, test/adjust and turnover of all special effects work for one or more attraction/project. This entails efforts both as an individual and while working with leaders of Special effects design and production staff.

This position will report to the Manager, Special Effects Design.

What You Will Do

Assist overall project team in scope development from concept, design, delivery of all required feasibility mockups.
Preparation and delivery of documentation to establish Effects scope on projects.
Planning of overall design and production strategy.
Collaborate with all integrated teams to ensure internal/external requirements are met.
Field installation which could require travel
Maintenance and operations training assistance & post turnover support.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Ability to aid Special Effects lead during concept & design of effects required to support the show, using appropriate creative and technical methods.
Solidworks knowledge.
Produce, install, maintain and fix theme park special effects equipment, per Designer Leads direction.
Able to form a general plan to achieve stated goals and the ability to track to that plan to ensure goals are met.
General knowledge of related technical teams and their application to the creation of special effects, optics, mechanics, materials processes etc.

Preferred Qualifications

Three (3) years in Disney (or equivalent) themed entertainment special effect's team.
Basic knowledge of effects installed at Disney theme park attractions.
Knowledge of projection equipment, materials, and processes.
Industrial design, manufacturing, operations and maintenance background with some special effects and projection system design experience.
Exhibit proficiency in the job requirements and responsibilities,
Ability to lead some budget items, schedule and design work

Education

B.A., B.S. or equivalent valued but not vital. Theatrical training also desirable.

This position is located in Glendale, California.

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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The hiring range for this position in California is $92,800 to $124,400 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. 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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