Life as an Influencer on the Disney College Program – Season Six, Episode Two

ON THIS EPISODE OF THE DISNEY COLLEGE PROGRAM PODCAST

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Meet Shaela-Ashley, an HBCU Cohort participant and content creator who’s making magic both on and off the clock! In this episode, she shares what it’s like balancing life as an influencer while participating in the Disney College Program. Tune in for her advice on staying true to yourself, building your brand and making the most of every opportunity the program has to offer.

Welcome to season six of The Disney College Program Podcast, where we explore all things life on the Disney College Program! For more than 40 years, this one-of-a-kind internship has brought students and recent grads from across the country to Walt Disney World® Resort—and many go on to build lasting careers with The Walt Disney Company.

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Shaela-Ashley Pierre spent much of her childhood in Haiti before later moving to Miami, Florida. She went on to attend Savannah State University, where she graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Visual and Performing Arts with a concentration in Theatre. Her time at Savannah State deepened her love for storytelling and performance, laying the foundation for her journey as both an actress and a content creator.

During quarantine, Shaela discovered a new way to express herself—content creation. What began as a personal outlet and a hobby soon grew into a thriving platform that allowed her to share her creativity and connect with her fan base worldwide. Alongside her work as a content creator, she has acted in several short films, directed productions during her time at Savannah State, and performed in multiple stage plays. She is also Georgia Film Academy certified, has served in leadership roles on campus, and completed an internship with Savannah Children’s Theatre where she contributed to set design and youth mentorship.

Looking ahead, Shaela-Ashley “Shae” hopes to merge her theatrical training, film experience, and creative voice within Disney. After completing her program, her goal is to join the Disney Live Entertainment team as a director or production assistant, where she can help bring productions together and create unforgettable experiences for audiences around the world.