Environmental Graphic Designer - Project Hire
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10088900 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted May 09, 2024Job Summary:
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 and 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!
We are looking for an Environmental Graphic Designer to develop signage and show graphics to help tell the stories in Walt Disney World Theme Parks, Water Parks, Resorts, and Disney Cruise Line.
You will report to the Graphic Design Executive.
This is an estimated 30-month Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement.
A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applicants without a portfolio link on their résumé or a completed application packet may not be fully considered for the position.
What You Will Do
Support the project team for the design and implementation of assigned projects.
Develop varied Environmental Graphic and Sign Design solutions for project work at all stages from concept design through the preparation of construction documentation.
Ensure that the creative intent is achieved by integrating sign design with other teams and components of the facility's exterior, interior, and area development.
Prepare specific deliverables including: locating signs on base sheets and elevations; material call outs; drawing packages to describe the sign's look and fabrication, Production art; etc.
Ensure adherence to department/divisional Standards of Practice.
Provide support to multiple Environmental Graphic design projects by assisting in project design development and technical documentation.
Prepare Signage design information and documentation.
Provide design documentation in the form of illustrations, photographs, scaled images, research, and documentation on assigned projects.
Perform several basic technical tasks and documentation including plotting elevations, locating signs, and reading and plotting floor plans and area development plans.
Make daily decisions on a scope of work with guidance from the Lead Graphic Designer.
Communicate and coordinate with others in the department and as part of a larger, multidiscipline project team.
Could act as Graphic Design Representative at project team meetings.
May influence department or project team based on specific expertise or previous experience.
Coordinate and communicate Graphic Design issues within the team.
Support the implementation of project goals through the development of design solutions.
Required Qualifications & Skills
3+ years of experience in Environmental Graphic design practice.
Knowledge of Sign Code requirements for facilities and Theme Park applications.
Demonstrated thoughtful design and artistic skills in solving architectural graphic design challenges.
Experience in Creative Suite 6 or digital illustration tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Publisher, In Design, Sketch-up and MS Office Suite.
Knowledge of Architectural Graphic Design and sign construction techniques.
Knowledge of programming Architectural Signage for different applications (cruise ships, hotels, restaurants, retail, museums, parking facilities, etc.).
Knowledge of Wayfinding systems and programming.
Knowledge of all phases of a sign design program.
Preferred knowledge in related areas: Architecture, Interior Design, and Area Development.
Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program
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.
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The hiring range for this onsite position in Glendale, CA is $77,100.00 – $103,400.00 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.
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, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.