Senior Graphic Designer

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. 

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 resume. 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

• Develop environmental graphics and dimensional signage scope from concept to technical illustrations, including drafting of multiple views, and 3D modeling

• Work on a project team, under the supervision of the project’s Lead Designer and support adherence to established project strategies, schedules, and budgets

• Work with a small team of designers in the design of physical environmental graphics and dimensional signage for various projects, through the development of mechanical/technical illustrations, and completion of contract documents for fabrication and/or 3D modeling and production art

• Support physical dimensional environmental graphics, operational signage and wayfinding designing in collaboration with other disciplines; Creative, Show/Ride, Design & Production, and Operational partners

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

• Answer questions during the sign construction bid process and respond to and resolve field issues and questions

• Monitor performance against the project design schedule, budget, and earned value

• Coordinate and communicate design issues with project Lead, Principal, or Graphic Design Manager

• Interact and communicate with the project team as the discipline lead or key department representative

• Expected to influence the design of fairly complex projects in all project matters

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 7 years in Environmental Graphic Design practice

• Construction phase experience, including the submittal/shop drawing review process and on-site field inspections

• Familiarity with BIM standards

• Proficient in understanding of wayfinding systems

• Demonstrated ability/experience with programming Graphic Signage for a wide range of facility types

• Working understanding of Contract processes

• Working knowledge/experience with planning a Project Life Cycle

• Tools: proficient in Adobe Suite with a focus on Photoshop and Illustrator, CADtools plug-in for Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Teams, Mac OS software and hardware

• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as required

• A valid U.S. passport is mandatory

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Proficient with signage code requirements, including but not limited to Fire, Safety, Health, and ADAG

• Ability to produce a reliable sign fabrication and installation estimate based on schematic level design

Required 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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