Lighting Designer (Casual/Temporary)

Job ID 10111339 Location Kissimmee, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Jan. 17, 2025

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Job Summary:

“Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, delivers, and sustains the best live show entertainment in the world. Join the Disney Live Entertainment Team and play an important role to deliver the magic because together, "We Bring Magic to Life!"

You will lead all aspects of the creation of new live show lighting designs, and remounts of existing seasonal shows for the Walt Disney World Resort and Disney Cruise Line.

This is a casual temporary/seasonal role, with no guarantee of hours.

You will report to the Lighting Designer Principal.

You Will:

Develop lighting designs for live shows and facility infrastructure as assigned.

Support other lighting designers through show programming and infrastructure/systems design.

Realize and maintain the design intent through the production of the creative process.

Participate in the project's creative development.

Develop and provide input to project lighting budgets and labor requirements.

Stay current with lighting technology research and development efforts within the industry.

Partner with Consultant Lighting Designers and vendors to ensure Disney quality, compatibility, training, and proper documentation of all lighting services delivered.

Be a resource to maintain the proper training of operating area lighting Technicians.

Conduct ongoing "Entertainment Show Quality" evaluations of existing offerings at Walt Disney World and provide support to maintain their original show intent.

Maintain up-to-date show documentation and lighting R&D lab.

You Will Have:

3+ years of experience in the Entertainment Industry working in show development and operation of live shows.

Working knowledge of current technology and industry standards for lighting design, (theatrical, industrial, concert, or touring) as applied to live show and facility systems.

Proficiency in programming and operating multiple types of lighting consoles and controls.

Proficiency in computerized drafting programs.

Experience supporting the creative process by working with other Designers, Directors, Writers, and Producers.

Collaborate with a Master Electrician and lighting crew to prioritize, organize, instruct, and troubleshoot during installation, focus, and cueing through the delivery of the project.

Proficiency in basic computer functions to operate in a Windows environment and industry-specific software.

Schedule availability to include weekends, variable shifts, and holidays.

Ability to travel domestically or internationally.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience and understanding of facility design, engineering, and construction.

2 years’ experience in live show development with The Walt Disney Company.

Experience working with laser light technologies.

Required Education:

College Degree or equivalent experience in theater with a focus on live show lighting.

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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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