Show Lighting Designer (m/f/d)

Job ID 10100748 Location Wismar, Germany Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Oct. 02, 2024

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Job Summary:

Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) 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.

The WDI Show Lighting Department provides lighting designs for all areas our guests see when they enter our parks. This includes lighting for attractions, retail spaces, restaurant spaces, display areas, landscape, facades, and area development. The staff of the Show Lighting Department interface and support other WDI divisions as well as departments within our parks including Creative, Architectural, Engineering, Show Art, Show Ride, Park Operations and Park Maintenance. Through the medium of light, it is the mission of the Show Lighting Department to create highly entertaining environments in which the magic of each Disney story is possible.

The is a temporary (fixed-term) position located in Wismar, Germany with no guarantee of permanent placement.

What You Will Do:

The Show Lighting Designer supports the design implementation and lighting installation effort as directed by the lighting design leads for the project
The Associate Show Lighting Designer interfaces and coordinates with other show related disciplines
Support development of and communicate Show Lighting design concepts
Input to Show Lighting database, schedules, dimmer panels, and Show Lighting drawings
Interface with electrical engineering disciplines to insure placement of lighting design on electrical drawings
Assist or direct in field implementation of Show Lighting design when required
Interface with other disciplines throughout the various project phases as required
Research fixture information and lighting technologies in support of design effort
Work with supervisor in order to adhere to budget and schedule
Support mock-ups and presentations including set-ups and strikes
Support the programming of show related lighting control and light levels
Document the implemented design
Perform test and adjust tasks as needed
The Show Lighting Designer may independently design projects
Develop and communicate Show Lighting design concepts
Perform primary interface with electrical engineering disciplines to insure placement of lighting design on electrical drawings
Direct or assist in field implementation of Show Lighting design when required
Obtain knowledge of new and developing lighting technologies
Supervise teams during design and crews in the field.
Assignment of this individual may require management of people and process.
Travel up to 50% of the time

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Minimum of 1 years’ experience in architectural lighting for themed environments.
Experienced, professional lighting designer capable of producing designs which reflect both the theatrical and environmental nature of a WDI product
Strong working knowledge of theatrical design and technical knowledge of specific discipline, including methods of construction
Strong working knowledge of architectural and facility requirements and integration of specific discipline products into an attraction
Current knowledge of new and developing technologies in field of expertise required
Participates in high pressure environment with strict schedule deadlines
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
Able to work well independently and in groups
Takes ownership and accepts responsibility for all aspects of product as presented to Disney’s guests
Strong organizational skills
Ability to perform lighting calculations.
Advanced experience in safety pertaining to theatrical installations and electrical installations.
Advanced knowledge of fixed theatrical lighting fixtures and dimming equipment and electrical connections of same.
Advanced knowledge of moving lights, theatrical controls and control distribution including DMX and Ethernet.
Advanced knowledge of LED lighting systems including the design of power/data equipment to control LED lighting.
Familiarity with CAD software and drafting ability.
Familiarity with BIM software and Revit.
Ability to operate and work off lifts, ladders and catwalks at heights.
Appreciation and skill in the esthetic processes of lighting and lighting design.
Must be able to travel internationally.

Preferred Qualifications:

Past Experience with Lighting Design for Cruise Ships
Knowledge of Lighting Previsualization Software

Education:

BA or MFA preferred (Theater, Art, Design, Architecture) or equivalent work experience

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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 Imagineering (Germany) GmbH, which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.

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