Posts Tagged ‘Work & Innovation’
8 Women Pioneering Next-Generation Technology at Disney
CONTRIBUTED BY Emily Chesteen The Walt Disney Company is always looking for ways to elevate how we leverage next-generation technology. Emerging technologies play an important part in creating memorable, unique experiences for guests, cast members and employees and contributing to Disney’s long history of innovation. Meet eight inspiring women technologists from across the company who…
Read MoreBOLD Ambitions: How Disney Technologists Brought Magic to AFROTECH 2024
For the fifth year in a row, The Walt Disney Company returned to the AFROTECH Conference as a corporate sponsor. AFROTECH is the largest Black tech conference of the year featuring 20,000+ technologists coming together for digital and in-person events filled with dynamic programming on emerging trends, networking opportunities with industry leaders and conversations with…
Read MoreCreating a Legacy of Innovation at Industrial Light & Magic
CONTRIBUTED BY Emily Chesteen From Star Wars: A New Hope to The Acolyte, Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) has been paving the way for visual effects (VFX) technology and innovation. Since 1975, ILM has set the standard, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of entertainment. We interviewed a few of our…
Read MoreDisney Technologists Create the Tech Behind Our Magic at Grace Hopper Celebration
The Walt Disney Company recently participated in the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania–the largest gathering of women and non-binary technologists in the world. As an Enterprise Sponsor at the event, Disney continues to demonstrate its support of closing the gender gap in technology. During the conference, attendees had the chance…
Read MoreThree Unique Roles at Walt Disney World You Didn’t Know Existed
Walt Disney World Resort is home to a diverse range of roles that go far beyond what guests might see during their visit. From the intricate artistry of milliners who craft magical headpieces to the technical expertise of steam train mechanics and chocolatiers creating sweet memories, each cast member brings their unique talents to bring…
Read MoreExploring the Magic Behind Spa Roles at Disneyland Resort
At Disneyland Resort, magic is not only found in the parks but also within the tranquil walls of Tenaya Stone Spa at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. This unique destination allows guests to relax, rejuvenate and indulge in self-care, all while being enveloped in the Disney magic. Behind every soothing massage, invigorating fitness class…
Read MoreThree Sales Planners behind Disney Advertising’s Programmatic Team
Meet three sales planners from the Programmatic team! Learn all about their experiences working for Disney Advertising and how they get to contribute to Disney’s iconic brands and storytelling. Avery, Programmatic Sales Planner (She/Her) 1. What made you want to join Disney Advertising and the Programmatic team? “What drew me to programmatic, specifically for Disney…
Read MoreMeet Three Employees from Disney Advertising’s Programmatic Sales Team
Disney Advertising is responsible for advertising sales and integrated marketing for The Walt Disney Company’s entertainment and sports offerings through linear, digital, social, audio and ad-supported streaming businesses. Disney is where technology, imagination and innovation collide! There are many teams at Disney Advertising who help bring all of this to life. Meet three employees from the…
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 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…
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