Audio Systems Designer (Internal Assignment/Project Hire)

Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences! From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and other locations the world over. This diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers, and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance perfection, outstanding resourcefulness, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust!

You will be responsible for developing and executing all aspects related to the creation of new live show audio designs, as well as remounts of existing seasonal shows and creative sustainment of current shows for Disney Cruise Line Entertainment.

You will report to the Manager – Audio Systems Design This is a 1-year assignment with no guarantee of placement.

What You Will Do:

• Developing and driving audio designs for live shows and facility infrastructure as assigned.
• Audio support for Disney Cruise Lines Toronto rehearsal facility as the need arises.
• Stay current with audio technology research and development efforts within industry.
• Partner with consultant audio designers and vendors to ensure Disney quality, compatibility, training and accurate documentation of all audio services delivered.
• Function as a resource to maintain the accurate training of shipboard technicians.
• Conduct ongoing “Entertainment Show Quality” evaluations of existing offerings and provide support to maintain their original show intent.
• Maintain up-to-date show documentation.
• Partners with shipboard Manager of Entertainment Technical and shipboard entertainment technical teams with regards to past, present and future show installations.
• Follows set policies and procedures as well as all maritime and ship rules, regulations and procedures.
• Partner with shoreside Entertainment Technical Leadership, Disney Cruise Line Safety partners and the Standards and Sustainment team to ensure Safety Management Systems and Operating Guideline documentation is up to date and in accordance with current safety and regulatory practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years’ operating live shows in the Entertainment Industry
• Knowledge of all aspects of audio design, styles (theatrical, industrial, concerts, etc.), technology and facility systems
• Experience supporting the creative process by collaborating with other designers, directors, writers, and producers
• Ability to be flexible with work schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays and travel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience live show development with The Walt Disney Company
• Experience with facility design, engineering, and construction
• Proficiency in current release of AutoCAD, Q-Sys Designer, SMAART, and speaker prediction software.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, in Theatrical Design or Electronics with focus on live sound reinforcement

Benefits and Perks

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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About Walt Disney Imagineering:

Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park – Disneyland – Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening day.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Entertainment Productions , which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering .

Disney Entertainment Productions is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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