Posts Tagged ‘Employee Stories’
Following Four Dream Career Journeys at The Walt Disney Company Brazil
From internships to the Cultural Exchange Program to full-time roles, meet four employees who have experienced it all! At The Walt Disney Company Brazil, there are so many opportunities to unlock the next chapter in your career. Vitória, Junior Producer, Creative Services, ESPN Marketing Promos Vitória began her Disney career with the Disney Apprenticeship Program…
Read MoreMeet Seven Employees Supporting Disney Accounting & Finance
Whether you’re looking for inspiration, career guidance, or simply intrigued by the movers and shakers in the financial realm, you’re in the right place. Follow along as we delve into the career journeys, insights, and contributions of seven professionals supporting accounting and finance who continue to make an impact in their roles at The Walt…
Read MoreMeet David: Local TV Staff Newsperson and Innovative Storyteller
At the Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) 2024 conference, attendees are given the chance to meet with recruiters and employees from both ABC News and ESPN to learn more about working for The Walt Disney Company. Meet David, Local TV Staff Newsperson for ABC Owned Television Stations (ABC OTVS) who has been a member of…
Read MoreMaking headlines on SportsCenter with Sammy, ESPN production assistant
When Sammy decided to pivot from medical school to pursue a master’s degree in journalism and build a career in sports media, going to AAJA was on his to-do list. Sammy connected with ESPN recruiters at the conference last year and eventually landed a role in the competitive ESPN NEXT program! You can follow in…
Read MoreHow Media Engineers Enable Disney’s Streaming Connection with Audiences
What is Media Engineering at Disney? Nick, Senior Vice President, Media Engineering “Media Engineering is critical to our streaming platforms. We help bring Disney’s great storytelling to all of our users around the world. At our scale, we couldn’t accomplish what we do with off the shelf systems, so we’ve made deep investments in encoding…
Read MoreMeet Akilah, Race & Culture Reporter for ABC Owned Television Stations
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) 2024 conference is here! We sat down with Akilah, Race & Culture Reporter for ABC Owned Television Stations (ABC OTVS) to hear her career journey and her personal connection to NABJ. Tell us about your career journey with ABC OTV. How did you get your start? “I accepted…
Read MoreA World of Opportunities Through Disney Auditions: Meet Fabien
In a tale as old as time, what was initially thought of as a summer job has grown into a career spanning two decades and three international Disney destinations. Meet Fabien Grandrie, currently a performer at Shanghai Disney Resort, but who began his career in his home country of France performing at Disneyland Paris. “I…
Read MoreMeet Two Brothers Sharing the Stage as Vocalists at Disneyland Paris
It…is…time…to meet two exceptional performers at Disneyland Paris! Before Alexandre Carter and Jean-Yves Amusan were sharing the stage as vocalists in The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands, they were brothers growing up and honing their talents singing in their family’s gospel group. “It was through a friend who was already working on The…
Read MoreThe Cosmetology Behind Disney’s Iconic Looks
At the heart of Disney’s magical experiences are countless dedicated cast members who bring stories to life in ways that leave lasting impressions. Among these are the talented cosmetologists who work behind the scenes, ensuring down to each detail that the final look is amazing. These professionals are responsible for the stunning hairstyles and flawless…
Read MoreESPN NEXT alumni spotlight: Michael, associate producer
When it comes to sports storytelling and media, there’s no better place than ESPN. Michael was completing his degree at the University of Connecticut and seeking the first step of his career when he discovered the ESPN NEXT program. He was immediately compelled to apply because of the possibility to work for the number-one sports…
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