Posts Tagged ‘Employee Stories’
Hong Kong Disneyland Interns Make New Friendships and Memories
On a Disney Internship, participants work side-by-side with industry leaders in roles that align with their fields of study. From marketing to technology, Disney Interns gain hands-on experience through a variety of projects, assignments and experiences. While on their program, participants are also able to take advantage of uniquely Disney perks like exploring the theme parks, participating in exclusive intern events and of course, making memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.
Read MoreESPN’S Courtni Regan Plays the Hits for the 2022 NHL Player Media Tour
With the NHL season returning for the second year of The Walt Disney Company’s seven-year deal, senior associate producer Courtni Regan and the production team were recently in Las Vegas for the annual NHL Player Media Tour (PMT). Courtni recently took the time to explain one of her many roles at the NHL Player Media Tour, and to share a behind-the-scenes look of an interesting and largely unknown contribution she adds prior to the start of the NHL regular season.
Read MoreHBCU Spotlight: Christopher Allen, Filmmaker Services Manager, The Walt Disney Company
Meet Christopher, a filmmaker services manager with The Walt Disney Company. This role allows Chris to support the creation of shows and movies we love as they enter the post-production and editing phases. An alumnus of Morgan State University, Chris still carries and utilizes skills and lessons from his time at the Historically Black College and University (HBCU). Through Disney on the Yard, Chris has the opportunity to impact and serve others by aiding HBCU students achieve their career goals with Disney.
Read MoreIntern Spotlight: William Kim & Zaire Davis
Disney General Entertainment is excited to spotlight some of our amazing interns throughout 2022 as part of our ongoing Employee Spotlight series. Get to know these students who are putting in the time and hard work within our teams both in-person and virtually this semester.
Read MoreDisneyland Paris Recruiters Travel Across Europe to Meet Candidates in Person
Meet Olivier Chaussarot, the Talent Acquisition Manager for roles in operation at Disneyland® Paris who is leading 6,000 hires a year with a team of 15 incredible cast members.
Read MoreLeveling Up Classic Stories Through the Magic of Gameplay: Meet Erin
The Disney Games team is made up of creative thinkers who build the next generation of Disney and Pixar games and experiences. Meet Erin, a manager of Game Design and Narrative for Walt Disney Games.
Read MoreHeroes Work Here: Spotlight on ESPN’s Rosetta Ellis-Pilie, US Army Veteran
Recently, we sat down with ESPN’s Vice President of Talent Development & Negotiations and US Army veteran Rosetta Ellis-Pilie as she shared her experience transitioning into her current role at ESPN, what it was like helping launch Disney’s Heroes Work Here program, and skills she’s brought along the way.
Read MoreFaith, Trust, and Pixie Dust
Making Disney Aspire graduation dreams a surprise and reality with a bit of Disney magic.
Read MoreHBCU Alumni Spotlight on Jianna Cousin, ABC News Digital News Associate
Jianna Cousin, ABC News Digital News Associate at Disney General Entertainment, is a proud HBCU alum! While attending Clark Atlanta University, Jianna became a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and studied Mass Media Arts with a concentration in Journalism. Learn more about how attending an HBCU prepared her for success at Disney!
Read MoreHBCU Spotlight: Ida Muldrow, Costume Designer, Disney Live Entertainment
Disney is a place of storytelling and where our favorite stories come to life! When you visit a Disney theme park or resort, the costumes, or uniforms, that cast members wear are an extension of the immersive stories and experiences we create for our guests. For Ida, Costume Designer with Disney Live Entertainment, an exciting opportunity to tell a new story through costume came last year allowing her to revisit a lived experience to create an authentic outcome.
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