Job Summary:Be a part of an innovative team and culture... *** Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all *** 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.
A day in the life...As a Show Set Intern, you will work within the department that turns concepts for immersive *** environments into reality by collaborating with project teams and then designing, coordinating, and communicating the details which maintain the creative intent of a show for bidding, construction, production, and installation purposes. The Show Set Designer Intern is an integral part of the design process which creates documents including drawings and digital models that express the design intent and coordinate all show disciplines within the boundaries of the architecture. The Show Set Department continues its support of the design intent in vendor shops and through installation in the field. Areas of direct responsibility include all set walls, scenic flats, platforms, ground rows, murals, set decoration, animated props, and artificial foliage.
Additionally, the Show Set Designer Intern coordinates the ride system, animated figures, show-action equipment, projection equipment, audio equipment, ride sensors, special effects, rigging elements, facility elements, control rooms, guest egress, sprinklers, electrical boxes, exit signs, catwalks, themed lighting, show lighting, visual intrusion, maintenance access and all other physical entities within the show environment. Through the many artifices of the Stage and Entertainment *** s, it is the mission of the Show Set Department to create highly entertaining environments in which the magic of each *** story is possible. In trying to offer a unique Imagineering internship experience, there may be opportunities to contribute to other design scopes of work such as production design or color design to expand the overall understanding of theme park design. You will...
- Support the design and expert coordination of the project design intent as directed by Principal and Senior Show Set Design leads for the project.
- Support development, coordination, and communication of production design concepts to the project team
- Assist production designers and model shop artists in coordinating models with drawings.
- Research applicable materials and construction techniques.
- Assist in maintenance and creation of show lists.
- Support mock-ups and presentations including set-up and strike.
- Work on a team to create show set design packages and contract scope documents, within company standards and guidelines.
What we are looking for... - 2D and 3D computer aided design on a variety of software
- Ability to read drawing packages and interpret contract documents with a strong knowledge of Excel and MS Word
- Ability to create contract documents across a variety of theming styles, using hand drawings, 3D programs (Revit and Rhino preferred). Interoperability *** ween many other programs would be helpful.
- Eagerness to learn new workflows and ability to critically problem solve interoperability and coordination issues *** ween disciplines.
- Able to follow and apply all company drafting standards, policies, and procedures.
- Valid Driver's License Required
Preferred Education- Educational experience in Architecture, Theatre Design, Film Production, Scenic Design, Production Design, Interior Design, Industrial Design or Product Design.
Required Education - Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher, or graduated within the past 6 months from an accredited college/university, earning a degree in Architecture, Theatre Design, Film Production, Scenic Design, Production Design, Interior Design, Industrial Design or Product Design.
Internship Eligibility:- Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months OR currently participating in a *** College Program or *** Professional Internship
- Must provide full work availability
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a *** internship or program.
- Must possess unrestricted work authorization
- Location - This internship is located in Orlando, FL
- Program length - The approximate dates of this internship are January 2024 through June 2024
- Housing - (Florida ONLY) We provide limited housing opportunities for Florida Based Professional Interns through American Campus Communities, for more information click here
- Transportation - Must have reliable transportation to/from work
About *** Imagineering: Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world's first theme park - *** land - *** 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 *** 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 *** '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 *** : *** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** Entertainment, *** , *** Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** '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 *** Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. , which is part of a business we call *** Imagineering .
*** 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. *** 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.