[Question] Imagineering

[disneyboii]

Hey everyone,
I was looking at the dream job and there are so many different deparments and I want to know the differences and what they all do, and which one would you like?

[FI183]

Re: Imagineering

Architectural ornamentation
Architecture
Art glass
Artificial foliage
CAD Services
Civil Engineering
Document Control
Electrical Engineering
Energy Management Systems
Finance
Graphic Design
Interior Design
Kitchen Design
Landscape Architecture
Mechanical Engineering
Planning
Props
Rigging
Rockwork
Show Lighting
Show Set
Show Structural
Specifications
Structural Engineering
Themed Finishes
Themed Lighting
Animated Figures
Audio/Video Engineering
Audio/Video Media
Business Planning
Concept/Show Design
Costume
Creative Entertainment (live shows)
Data Management
Electrical Production
Electronic Engineering
Figure Finishing
Financial Analysis
Fixture Production
Imaging & Effects
Mechanical Production
Media Design
Model Shop
Plastics
Production Design
Reference Center
Research & Development
Ride Mechanical Engineering
Scenic Paint
Scientific Systems
Sculpting
Security
Show Animation & Programming
Show Controls
Show Props
Show Ride Systems Engineering
Show Set Design
Show Writing
Software Engineering
Sound Department
Special Effects
Store Planning & Design
Technical Publications
Technology Support Services
Theme Park Production




Thats basically the list.
I want to work in the Model Shop and CAD Services.

[WDITrent]

Re: Imagineering

From what I've heard, it's best to start off low and work your way up. Disney seems to hire in a lot of their own kind.

[Nautilus]

Re: Imagineering

Model making is what I do best and the model shop would be the best place for me. And if your a model maker, the skills you have let you branch out into different departments, like drafting, sculpting, painting. Even though you're only a model maker going off drawings from the blueprint people, changes are made and if you're lucky, your input on the model make it all the way to the final execution which is kind of neat.

[Babs09]

Re: Imagineering

I am probably going into Landscaping Archeticture. but I have to learn to draw well!

~babs

[Taylordisney]

Re: Imagineering

Wow where did you get that list FutureImagineer183? Anyway my future role at Disney Imagineering is Consept Designer, I want to dream the rides draw the pictures and let someone else figure out the hard stuff... Nautilus I sertantly hope that every Imagineer gets to give input on every project if not we need to change that!

[FI183]

Re: Imagineering

Wow where did you get that list FutureImagineer183? Anyway my future role at Disney Imagineering is Consept Designer, I want to dream the rides draw the pictures and let someone else figure out the hard stuff... Nautilus I sertantly hope that every Imagineer gets to give input on every project if not we need to change that!

I've had contact with a few imagineers over the years, I asked if they could give me a list of all the departments and thats what I got!

[lobeobann]

Re: Imagineering

I gave up on my dream of being an imagineer a few years ago, because my mom said it was a very narrow field and it wasn't practical. She also said I would never find prince charming and that life isn't fair. That's my mom, always the optimist. Anywho, I think my dream is being reawakened by constantly playing the disneymania cds. "A dreeeeeeeeeeeeeam is a wiiiiiiiiiiish your heaaaaaaaaart makes" and all that jazz :ap:

[FI183]

Re: Imagineering

I gave up on my dream of being an imagineer a few years ago, because my mom said it was a very narrow field and it wasn't practical. She also said I would never find prince charming and that life isn't fair. That's my mom, always the optimist. Anywho, I think my dream is being reawakened by constantly playing the disneymania cds. "A dreeeeeeeeeeeeeam is a wiiiiiiiiiiish your heaaaaaaaaart makes" and all that jazz :ap:

Hey I feel the same way! My creativity died down a lot! I dropped out of college and didn't know what to do! I'm on the same boat. But working at the resort has sparked my interest once more, and I'm heading back to college with the right mentality this time! Don't let anyone bring you down! If you can dream it! You can do it!

[mandypandy]

Re: Imagineering

I'd like to work in any of these departments from the list above:

Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Planning
Props
Themed Finishes
Business Planning
Costume
Creative Entertainment (live shows)
Figure Finishing
Scenic Paint
Show Prop
Show Set Design
Show Writing
Store Planning & Design
Theme Park Production

[KEBSD]

Re: Imagineering

Concept Design for me... I just think it would be amazing to see your idea become a reality and to actuall ride/see the idea in real life the way you imagined it. Plus I have tons of ideas to offer!

[Imagineer Scott]

Re: Imagineering

Architecture
Graphic Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Planning
Props
Themed Finishes
Animated Figures
Concept/Show Design
Imaging & Effects
Production Design
Research & Development
Show Ride Systems Engineering
Theme Park Production

These all sound so cool, and thanks for the list! What exactly is CAD service and security?

[FI183]

Re: Imagineering

Architecture
Graphic Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Planning
Props
Themed Finishes
Animated Figures
Concept/Show Design
Imaging & Effects
Production Design
Research & Development
Show Ride Systems Engineering
Theme Park Production

These all sound so cool, and thanks for the list! What exactly is CAD service and security?

CAD services are the people who make the technical drawings, sometimes on the computer, sometimes with just some graph paper and a ruler. They usually take the concept art and redraw them with more polished lines and make them look more real.

As for security it's the same security at any company or theme park. And trust me, security is EVERYWHERE at the headquarters.

[Theophilus Carter]

Re: Imagineering

These all sound so cool, and thanks for the list! What exactly is CAD service and security?

Well, CAD generally stands for Computer Aided Drafting/design, so CAD service would be computer generated technical drawings(blueprints and the like).

[ryanvalle]

Re: Imagineering

Here's my list of things i think i'd be capable of once done with education along with things i would eventually want ot learn and do.

Graphic Design
Audio/Video Engineering
Audio/Video Media
Data Management
Financial Analysis
Imaging & Effects
Media Design
Security
Technology Support Services

Of course, I plan on starting low in the business with a studio internship and work my way up from there.

[Theophilus Carter]

Re: Imagineering

I gave up on my dream of being an imagineer a few years ago, because my mom said it was a very narrow field and it wasn't practical. She also said I would never find prince charming and that life isn't fair. That's my mom, always the optimist. Anywho, I think my dream is being reawakened by constantly playing the disneymania cds. "A dreeeeeeeeeeeeeam is a wiiiiiiiiiiish your heaaaaaaaaart makes" and all that jazz :ap:

If you want to do it, make it happen. Most of the educational background Disney is probably looking for open a great many doors for you. Majoring in engineering, architecture, business, and the like will allow you to make money and pursue your dream. All it takes is dedication and perseverance.

[disneyboii]

Re: Imagineering

what would one study to be in concept design that is wat i do best and i have no idea where to start, wat majors and stuff would you take?

[mandypandy]

Re: Imagineering

go to disneycollegeprogram.com and browse around. they may offer some really great opportunities to help get into the disney field.

[Theophilus Carter]

Re: Imagineering

what would one study to be in concept design that is wat i do best and i have no idea where to start, wat majors and stuff would you take?

I'm not really sure, but I'd guess that concept design for Disney probably requires a heavy influence in art, computer or otherwise, and architecture. In general though, concept design is an engineering field. So my guess would be an engineering degree with a minor in architecture, computer design or something of that nature.

[disneyboii]

Re: Imagineering

I'm not really sure, but I'd guess that concept design for Disney probably requires a heavy influence in art, computer or otherwise, and architecture. In general though, concept design is an engineering field. So my guess would be an engineering degree with a minor in architecture, computer design or something of that nature.

that was my plan so i guess im on the right track!