Show Lighting Designer - Project Hire/ Internal Assignment

The Walt Disney Company•Anaheim, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force behind Disney's theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineers combine storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences. The Show Lighting Department provides lighting designs for attractions, retail spaces, restaurant spaces, display areas, landscapes, facades, and area development within the parks. This department interfaces with various other WDI divisions and park departments, including Creative, Architectural, Engineering, Show Art, Show Ride, Park Operations, and Park Maintenance. The mission of the Show Lighting Department is to create entertaining environments that bring Disney stories to life through the medium of light. This is a Project Hire position, meaning there is no guarantee of permanent placement.

Requirements

1+ year of experience in a related professional environment required.
Operating knowledge of moving lights, theatrical controls and control distribution including DMX and Ethernet.
Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining an open and positive perspective that reflects confident professionalism and an unconditional dedication to providing consistent superior products and services for TWDC.
Working knowledge of theatrical design and technical knowledge of specific disciplines, including methods of construction.
Working knowledge of architectural and facility requirements and integration of specific discipline products into an attraction.
Understanding of the creative process and the development of a creative design.
Proficiency with BIM and CAD drafting programs in both 2D and 3D.
Experience in computer-based programs including Word and Excel.
Familiar with the use of standard theatrical documentation (focus charts, fixture schedules, dimmer/control schedules.)
Ability to produce designs which reflect both the theatrical and environmental nature of a WDI product.
Organizational skills including development of budgets and schedules.
Ability to operate and work off lifts, ladders, and catwalks at heights.
Appreciation and skill in the aesthetic processes of lighting and lighting design.
Domestic and International travel required.

Nice To Haves

Disney experience and background.
Knowledge of Lighting Previsualization Software.
Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, implementation, and lighting installation effort for the project.
Work independently as lead on multiple design projects up to the Park Level.
Interface with other disciplines throughout the various project phases as required.
Manage complex negotiations across diverse stakeholder groups.
Supervise and adhere to budget and schedule.
Participate in, develop and lead department initiatives.
Develop and communicate Show Lighting design concepts.
Perform primary interface with electrical engineering disciplines to ensure 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 in the focusing and adjusting of lighting equipment.