Associate Video Systems Designer (Casual Temporary)

About the Role & Team

Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences. From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships and other locations the world over. This diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust. 

With a strong understanding of Video Design theory and practice, the Associate Video Systems Designer provides technical design expertise in the areas of media playback, routing and displays technology.

If selected for this role, you will report to the Manager-Video Systems Design.

This is a Casual Temporary role with no guarantee of weekly working hours, as hours will fluctuate based on business needs. 

What You Will Do

• Participate in project’s creative development, functioning as a consistent interface between creative and technical with regard to media playback/quality of media delivered by media development
• Define scope by identifying system needs and functions based on creative goals
• Close partnership with technical direction and other design disciplines, to include working closely with CAD department to ensure 3D modeling requirements are met/delivered to media development
• Work closely with the media provider to work out show timing and cueing requirements for the show system
• Work with all disciplines closely to ensure all show timing is correct to requirements of the show
• Develop/execute video system designs for live shows and facility infrastructure as assigned
• Design appropriate systems for shows and/or facility infrastructure that address ship operational needs
• Create design drawings: plans, line, layouts, 3D pre-visualization, occlusion assessment, BTU/power/weight load estimates, etc.
• Participate in the creation of design package as a living document assembled along with the show development and production from initial concept and pitch phase
• Research video and projection technologies in support of design effort
• Receive, organize, and place all show content onto the show media servers and is familiar with multiple media serves and the ability to program them
• Oversee the installation, test & adjust and programming of required elements
• Provide support through programming, training, rehearsals and opening of show
• Provide an integrated structure throughout the entire process of development through implementation of live show entertainment product, and development of equipment and labor budgets
• Work with procurement, technical direction, and production to comply with company buying standards and schedule of receiving equipment/products/etc.
• Assist technical direction staff with video integrator management, factory acceptance testing and site acceptance testing
• Support design progress through buy off, procurement, installation, and test & adjust, programming, rehearsals and opening, concluding with as-built documentation for operating partners at the venue
• Conduct ongoing entertainment show quality evaluations (ASQA Reports) of existing entertainment offerings to assist with maintaining the original entertainment show intent and exceptional quality

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 3+ years experience in video systems design in live show/theatrical production, live event production, technical, and/or stage management production
• Strong understanding of current technology and industry standards for all aspects of Video Design (theatrical, industrial, concert, cinematic, etc.) as applied to live show and facility infrastructure systems
• Advanced experience with most video delivery systems, such as front and rear projection, LED monitors and screens, and high-powered projectors
• Advanced comprehension of the various formats for video content creation and compatible delivery systems in both file delivery and live delivery environment, and understanding of SMPTE standards
• Demonstrated understanding of video distribution and routing systems, including advanced network setup, advanced signal flow, file management, and advanced Video programming methods
• Able to work well under pressure with a variety of personalities while maintaining an open and positive perspective that reflects confident professionalism and an unconditional dedication to providing consistently superior products and services
• Demonstrated ability to work closely with Technical Director(s) and Video crew to prioritize, organize, instruct and problem-solve during installation, content integration and programming
• Ability to read and understand architectural blueprints and interpret electrical drawings
• Aptitude for collaborating with other Designers, Directors, Writers and Producers as part of creative process
• Possess excellent communication skills; highly motivated; can accept direction easily
• Proficiency with CAD drafting programs both 2D and 3D
• Demonstrated ability to deliver on a Project’s established scope, schedule and budget
• General understanding of 3D and UV workflow
• Demonstrated commitment to stay current with video display delivery systems technology, and research & development efforts within industry as well as with content formatting requirements and basic content creation parameters
• Ability to work flexible hours - nights, weekends, holidays
• Must possess a passport and be responsible for a corporate credit card for travel purposes
• Willingness to travel on domestic and international assignments, as needed

Preferred Qualifications 

• Knowledge of Industry Standards
• Fluency in any additional languages is a plus

Education 

• College degree or equivalent work experience in the technical aspects of Video/Broadcast Production, or Theater Arts and its associated skills, with focus on live show entertainment is required 
• BA in Theater Technology and Design, Video/Broadcast Production, or equivalent work experience is preferred

Benefits & 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.

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PAY TRANSPARENCY

The hiring range for this position in Celebration, FL is $52,380 to $67,680 per year based on a 24 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

This position is with Disney Imagineering Live, LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Live Entertainment.

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