Senior Interior Designer

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 Interior Design family is responsible for the design of interior spaces in our theme parks, primarily restaurants, retail, theaters, and attraction queue lines.  Also responsible for the design, or design oversight, of our hotels and cruise ships.  The scope of work encompasses conceptual design through contract documentation, including specifications of all materials and furnishings.

It is a given that our Interior Designers have the technical expertise to do their jobs well. We are looking for professionals who are thirsty for diverse experiences, who are eager to learn and who are confident they can maintain the exacting standards for which The Walt Disney Company is revered. If this sounds like you, please apply today!

Primary Duties: 

Responsible for all the job scope and duties of an Interior Designer, and in addition:

• Capable of filling the role of project lead Interior Designer under the leadership of the design manager, in collaboration with allied Design and Planning disciplines, Creative, Show/Ride, Design & Production and Operating partners
• Depending on the size of the project, may provide support to project lead/Interior Designer for design and implementation aspects of assigned projects
• Support implementation of project goals/objectives through problem-solving and development of design solutions.  Ensures adherence to department/divisional Standards of Practice
• Answer construction bid period questions and respond to and resolve field issues and questions.
• Provide support to the project team for design and implementation of assigned projects; support implementation of design intent as a member of the project design team
• Develop varied Interior Design project work at all stages of assigned projects from concept, feasibility or schematic design through the preparation of construction documentation in accordance with established departmental and divisional quality standards
• Ensure that the interior design intent is achieved by successfully integrating design with allied disciplines, such as architecture, lighting, graphics, structural engineering, and MEP 
• Interface with Operations, Merchandise and F&B teams for inclusion of their requirements into the design        
• Responsible for the design and production of a shop/restaurant or attraction under the direction of a Senior or Principal ID
• Provide support to various projects by assisting in project design development and technical documentation                                                                                                                   
• Provide design documentation in the form of graphic illustration, imagery boards, color renderings, and research and documentation on assigned projects
• Perform various basic technical tasks and documentation, including color and material design and documentation, basic CAD support, and FF&E design and specifications

Education: 

• A degree from an accredited Architecture/interior design program (4-year program preferred) 

Specialized Skills:

All the specialized skills of an Interior Designer, and in addition:

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Conceptual design skills and be able to direct their team to document their creative vision 
• Revit & CAD skills and direct their team in the electronic documentation of the project    
• Working knowledge of construction documentation, and be able to organize construction packages, and direct team in detailing coordination with other disciplines
• Color sense and working knowledge of appropriate materials for use in Disney theme parks and resorts. Should have working knowledge of the specifications of FF&E
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word and Revit/CADD, plus digital design tools such as Adobe Suite, Sketchup and BIM if appropriate to their professional strength

Experience: 

• All the experience of an Interior Designer, except a minimum seven years in interior design       
• A minimum of two years managing a team of interior designers in the production of contract documents for construction                                                                                                                               
• Construction phase experience including the submittal/shop drawing review process and on-site field inspections preferred