Interior Designer (Project Hire)

Job Summary:

About the 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 Interior Design family is responsible for the design of interior spaces in our theme parks, primarily restaurants, retail, theaters, and attraction queues. They are also responsible for our hotels and cruise ships’ design or design oversight. The scope of work encompasses conceptual design through contract documentation and field installation, including specifications of all materials and furnishings. 

The Interior Designer will report to the Manager, Interior Design. 

This is an estimated 30-month Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement.

A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applicants without a portfolio link on their résumé or a completed application packet may not be fully considered for the position. If a password is required to access your portfolio, please be sure to include it as well.

What You Will Do

• Support various phases of projects, concept through field installation, by assisting with technical documentation.  
• Provide design support in the form of graphic illustrations, imagery boards, color renderings, and 3D digital models for concept presentations.
• Produce research documentation on assigned projects. 
• Perform various documentation for color & material design and FF&E design and specifications. 

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 3+ years of experience and working knowledge in the practice of interior design.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills. 
• Proven thoughtful design, artistic skills, and professional judgment in problem-solving. 
• Demonstrated proficiency in REVIT and digital illustration tools such as Creative Suite, Illustrator, and SketchUp. 

Preferred Education

• A degree from an accredited interior design program (4-year program preferred). 
• No professional licensure is required but you should be working towards passing the NCIDQ exam for certification or license.

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks: 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.