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 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 Interior Design family is responsible for the design of interior spaces in our theme parks, primarily restaurants, retail, theaters, and attraction queue lines. They are also responsible for our hotels and cruise ships' design or design oversight. The scope of work encompasses conceptual design through contract documentation, including specifications of all materials and furnishings. 

It’s a given that our Interior Designers have the technical expertise to do their jobs well. We’re looking for professionals who have an appetite for diverse experiences, are eager to learn, and are confident they can maintain the exacting standards for which The Walt Disney Company is loved. 

The Associate Interior Designer will report to the Executive Interior Design. 

This is a 30-month Project Hire position with no guarantee of permanent placement.

What You Will Do

• Support various projects by assisting in project design development and technical documentation. 

• Provide design documentation in the form of graphic illustrations, imagery boards, color renderings, and research and documentation on assigned projects. 

• Perform various basic technical tasks and documentation, including color & material design and documentation, basic CAD support, and FF&E design and specifications. 

Required Qualifications & Skills  

• Minimum one year of experience in an interior design practice or one or more professional internships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge and experience in the practice of interior design.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills. 

• Demonstrated thoughtful design, artistic skills, and professional judgment in problem-solving. 

• Demonstrated proficiency in CADD and digital illustration tools such as Creative Suite, Illustrator, and SketchUp. 

Education  

• A degree from an accredited interior design program. (4-year program preferred). 

• No professional licensure is required but you should be working towards passing the NCIDQ exam for certification. 

Additional Information  

Benefits and 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.

The hiring range for this onsite position in Glendale, CA is $64,300.00 – $86,200.00 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. 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.