Walt Disney Imagineering, Junior Video Editor / Content Creator Intern, Spring 2025

About our Program: Magic is Within You

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 teams that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, we blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe!

What You Will Do

Across Disney, we‘re storytellers, and at Walt Disney Imagineering, we make the impossible, possible. This is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences in our Disney parks, resorts hotels, cruise ships, entertainment districts and more. Now is your chance to join our talented team of Imagineers as an intern on the Walt Disney Imagineering Communications Team to tell the stories of our greatest storytellers and the amazing feats to bring them to life!

The intern will help the WDI Communications team deliver highly engaging and compelling content that represents the incredible Imagineering talent, teams and projects we support. This position works collaboratively with leaders across the Communications team, and be accountable to the Senior Media Producer, who oversees visual communication deliverables.

What you will do

We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate individual with a broad range of skills and experience to support various communication needs. From creating compelling video content, graphics to support internal communications and social media campaigns, to dynamic keynote presentations and project sizzle reels, the intern should have a vision for how the content should be organized and stylized to connect with target audiences. Based on the nature of Communications, this is a highly collaborative role that requires flexibility and a can-do spirit. As an intern on the team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop creative concepts, scripts and produce video content for internal & external communications
• Create graphics for emails, website, presentations & videos
• Deliver high-quality output with an eye for detail and audience engagement
• Proactively identify relevant assets and information needed to assemble presentation materials
• Collaborate/coordinate with team members and other communication partners and Imagineers as projects dictate
• Actively engage with the team in brainstorms and contribute suggestions and ideas to help elevate communications overall
  
  
  

Eligibility Requirements

Required Qualifications and skills:

• Experience in video production (cameras, lighting & audio)
• Ability to absorb complex information and translate into engaging messages accessible to a wide audience
• Self-motivated and effective worker with the ability to go above and beyond to consistently deliver high-quality materials on short timeframes
• Effective communication, verbal and written, with other groups to ensure content is accurate and appropriate
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary team environment
• Ability to actively listen and ask questions to understand core communication goals to develop the most effective visuals
• Ability to prioritize tasks and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Ability to handle confidential information and to exercise good judgment and discretion when handling sensitive issues.
• Proficient with Adobe Premiere & Photoshop
• Comfortable with the physical demands of the role, which can include working outside in the elements (extreme heat and/or cold), continuously holding, carrying, and lifting up to 25 pounds of video equipment, frequent walking & standing
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Adobe After Effects, Illustrator, Media Encoder, Apple Keynote
• Knowledge of social media applications (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube)
• Strong curiosity about problem-solving and critical thinking to elevate communications overall
• Previous experience working in media relations or with a PR Agency (or related)
• Previous experience as a Disney Cast Member
  
  
  

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) from an accredited college/university majoring in video production or graphic design (or comparable major)
  
  
  

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program.
• Must possess unrestricted work authorization
  
  
  

Additional Information

• This internship is located in Glendale, CA
• The approximate dates of this internship are January 2025 through June 2025
• Must provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Glendale, CA area
• Must have reliable transportation to/from work
  
  
  

Materials Required

A graphic design portfolio is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your résumé. Applicants without a portfolio link on their résumé, will not be considered a completed application packet and may not be fully considered for the position. Portfolios must be previously published or created for coursework; no theme park idea submittals will be accepted.

The pay rate for this role in California is $22.00 per hour for undergraduate students, $30.40 per hour for graduate students . Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.