Posts Tagged ‘Employee Stories’
From Disney Auditions to Performing at Walt Disney World: Meet Cullen
Peek behind the curtain into the life of a Walt Disney World® Resort performer! Meet cast member Cullen Motak who has been making magic for the last six years as a performer with Disney Live Entertainment. “Witnessing guests young and young at heart believe in the story you are creating is very rewarding,” said Cullen. “They…
Read MoreFrom guest to making magic: Rachel, Disney Cruise Line deck officer
Rachel grew up sailing as a guest with Disney Cruise Line and dreamed of one day working for The Walt Disney Company. In 2006, that dream came true when she began her Disney career with a cultural representative program at EPCOT at Walt Disney World® Resort. Her story came full circle when she accepted a…
Read MoreHBCU Alumni Spotlight Ryan, Manager of Advertising and Media
Ryan is a Manager of Advertising and Media here at The Walt Disney Company. Ryan is a proud Hampton University Pirate who majored in Strategic Communications at the Scripps Howards School of Journalism and Communications. Here’s a peek into how she’s creating magic as an HBCU alumni and Disney employee! Tell us about your role!…
Read MoreFour Women in Leadership Growing Their Careers in Japan
It all starts with a dream and these four women have grown their Disney careers with pride. From Product Design to Marketing, meet four employees based in Japan who shared their magical journeys with us.
Read MoreSeeing the world safely: Melvin, senior security manager, National Geographic Partners and A&E
Did you know that travel itineraries through A&E and National Geographic for media or vacation guests include 140 countries and 3,000 trips annually? Neither did we until we spoke with Melvin, senior security manager for National Geographic Partners and A&E, about his role with the company and keeping an eye on what’s happening in each…
Read MoreMeet a Cast Member Making Memorable Disney Vacation Club Magic
Day after day, magic makers across the globe grant vacation wishes for guests, and year after year, they start to feel more like family. As the holiday season is often a time to reflect, think of a Disney memory you’ve kept close to your heart – recent or from years past. Chances are, there’s a…
Read MoreCreating Enchanting Events & Magical Moments: Meet Rebecca, Event Manager
“Creating memorable experiences can create a lifelong Disney fan,” said Rebecca Lewis, an Event Manager with Strategic Meetings and Events at Walt Disney World Resort. From arranging and coordinating the logistical details of an event to working with her partners in sales and marketing, Rebecca and the Walt Disney World Gatherings team craft unforgettable events…
Read MoreCreating Magic on Main Street, U.S.A.: Meet Matthew
Matthew, a part-time Merchandise cast member at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, creates one-of-a-kind experiences on Main Street, U.S.A.
Read MoreTaking a Chance and Finding a Dream Job: Meet Kati, Ride & Show Technician
From performing preventative maintenance and repairs throughout the day to working on the audio-animatronic figures to ensure show quality, every day is different in Facilities Operations Services. Meet Kati, a Ride & Show Technician at Walt Disney World® Resort! “We maintain the magic. By fixing things that break and doing preventative checks, we keep the…
Read MoreHBCU Alumni Spotlight on Maya, Production Assistant at ESPN
Maya is a Production Assistant with ESPN+ Originals through the ESPN Next program. She is a proud Howard University alumna and during her tenure studied broadcast journalism at The Cathy Hughes School of Communications. Learn more about how attending an HBCU shaped her for success at Disney! Tell us about your role! I am a…
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