Show Lighting Designer Senior

The Walt Disney Company - Show Lighting Designer Senior

Location : Lake Buena Vista, Florida

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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.

The Show Lighting Designer Senior leads works as part of the Technical Show Quality Team to review and drive the quality of show lighting across the Walt Disney World Resort.

The Show Lighting Designer Senior also supports the design implementation and lighting installation effort for the sustainment and refurbishment efforts across the resort.

You will report to the Manager, Technical Show Quality. This is a Full-Time role.

What You Will Do

• Conduct Show Lighting Reviews on 3rd shift (25% of work is 3rd shift).
• Provide subject matter expertise to WDI, Engineering Services and other performing divisions and park operators.
• Provide recommendations for show lighting upgrades to be included in the annual Infrastructure & Facilities Program (IFP).
• Participate as needed in Post Turnover Support (PTS) activities to support show lighting warranty work.
• Guide the initial and ongoing project estimating and scheduling efforts for lighting restoration projects.
• Work with Art Directors to develop appropriate solutions to Show Quality Standards (SQS) issues.
• Investigate and resolve matters of significance on behalf of WDI and Partners.
• Support the continued development of the show lighting training program.
• Prioritize, execute, complete and report on lighting condition surveys.
• Create Show Lighting Design Estimates and lighting work strategy.
• Direct in-field implementation of Show Lighting design.
• Supervise additional resources as required.
• Work with supervisor to adhere to budget and schedule.
• Participate in department initiatives and manage change.
• If area of specialization is in lighting controls, provide project-level design support to other Show Lighting Designers and Project teams in the field.
• If area of specialization is in lighting controls, build control designs for implementation on projects and frequently supervise installation on such designs on the job site.
• Draft, plan and schedule control designs in concert with facility design packages.
• Estimate, plan and budget control systems.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experienced, professional lighting designer capable of producing designs which reflect both the theatrical and environmental nature of a Walt Disney Imagineering product.
• Working knowledge of theatrical design and technical knowledge of specific subject area, including methods of construction.
• Solid understanding of architectural and facility requirements and integration of specific subject area products into an attraction.
• Ability to participate in a high-pressure environment with strict schedule timelines.
• Takes ownership and accepts responsibility for all aspects of product as presented to Disney’s guests.
• Advanced knowledge of moving lights, theatrical controls and control distribution including DMX and Ethernet.
• Extensive (min. 5 years) experience in related professional environment required.
• Minimum 5 years design experience with lighting control and networking if area of specialization is lighting controls.
• Current knowledge of new and developing technologies in field of expertise required.
• Domestic and international travel required.

Education

Bachelor of Art or Master of Fine Arts preferred (Theater, Art, Design, Architecture) or equivalent work experience.

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 Disney Benefits.

Job ID : 10100905

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