Job 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 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.

The Graphic Fabrication Designer develops signage and show graphics that help tell the stories in Disney Theme Parks, Resorts and cruise ships worldwide.

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Graphic Fabrication Designer to support the visual development and implementation of all branded, wayfinding, and decorative graphics on a new build cruise ship. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, precision, and technical know-how to help translate brand standards into shipboard environments, working closely with architects, engineers, and vendors to ensure design excellence and fabrication feasibility.

You will report to the Manager, Graphic Design & Fabrication. 

This is 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.