• Graphic Fabrication Designer (Project Hire)

    The Walt Disney Company (Celebration, FL)


    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 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!

     

    You will report to the Mgr-Graphic Design & Fabrication.

     

    This is an estimated 30-month Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement.

     

    A **portfolio review** is preferred for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your resume.

    What You Will Do

    + Supervise Design Services consultants as required

    + Organize and develop scopes of work, hard cost budgets, and schedules for projects of limited complexity and size

    + Responsible for the quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of project team effort

    + Answer vendor questions during Graphics fabrication bidding process

    + May supervise Graphics Installation contractors in the field

    + Prepare Facility impact documents to meet project schedules

    + Support the development of fabrication specifications

    + Working knowledge of Disney Business practices that relate to the hiring and management of fabrication vendors

    + Capable of making day-to-day decisions on a scope of work with minimal supervision

    + Expected to complete work as assigned with minimal supervision

    + Regularly communicate and coordinate with others in the department, and as part of a larger, multidisciplinary project team

    + May represent Graphics at project team meetings or vendor shops

    + Support implementation of project goals/objectives through problem-solving and development of design solutions

    Required Qualifications & Skills

    + 3 years of experience in Environmental Graphic design practice

    + Knowledge of Environmental Graphic design and sign construction techniques

    + Strong Proficiency in Adobe Suite and Autodesk, with a particular focus on Illustrator, Photoshop, AutoCAD, and Revit

    + Technical knowledge of Sign design

    + Knowledge of related areas, including architecture, interior design, area development, etc.

    + Familiarity with BIM standards

    + Familiarity with documentation necessary for developing biddable documents for Graphic Signage

    + Demonstrated commitment to producing high-quality work

    + Familiarity with signage code requirements

    + Willingness to travel extensively on various domestic and international assignments as needed supporting Disney Cruise Line assignments

    + Must have a valid US Passport

    Preferred Education

    + BA/BS degree from an accredited program

     

    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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    **Job ID:** 10119213

    **Location:** Celebration,Florida

    **Job Posting Company:** Walt Disney Imagineering

     

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