About This Role
Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.
Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us.
Are you interested in joining our Landscape Architecture team? We are responsible for landscape design including hardscape, grading, planting, irrigation and water features; research, studies, illustrations, imagery boards and colored renderings; and the integration of architecture, structural elements, lighting, graphics and utilities for the area development of an individual facility/attraction, land, or theme park project.
This is a 30 month Project Hire position with no guarantee of permanent placement.
A portfolio review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your resume. Applicants without a portfolio link on their resume or a completed application packet may not be fully considered for the position.
You Will
- Provide support to project lead and Principal Landscape Architect for design and implementation aspects of assigned projects
- Develop landscape architectural project work at all stages of assigned project lifecycle from concept, feasibility or schematic design through the preparation of construction documentation in accordance with established departmental and divisional quality standards
- Ensure that area development intent is achieved by effectively integrating landscape architectural design with allied fields and components such as: infrastructure, architecture, grading/drainage, lighting, graphics, structural engineering, irrigation, etc.
- Prepare specific work including, but not limited to: base sheets, hardscape plans, planting designs, visual intrusion studies, material schedules, etc.
- Support the project lead landscape architect under the leadership of the design manager, in collaboration with allied ED&E fields, Creative, Show/Ride, Design & Production and Operating partners
- Answer construction bid period questions and respond to and resolve field issues and questions
You Will Have
- Six or more years experience in landscape architecture
- A minimum of two years leading a team of landscape architects and designers in the production of contract documents for construction
- Construction phase experience including the submittal/shop drawing review process and on-site field inspections
- Solid understanding and experience in the use of plant and hardscape materials and products for thematic applications
- Strong command of AutoCAD/Civil 3D, LandFX, and Rhino
- Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign for digital illustration and documentation
- Practical experience with BIM tools, such as Autodesk BIM360 and Navisworks
- U.S. Professional License credential
Required Education
- BLA/BSLA degree from an accredited program
Preferred Education
- An advanced degree in landscape architecture, horticulture or land planning is desirable
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
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