Dimensional Designer Sr

Job Posting Title:

Dimensional Designer Sr

Req ID:

10150423

Job Description:

About the Role & Team:

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.

The Dimensional Designer Senior will develop tools, techniques, and systems that support the design and delivery process at Walt Disney Imagineering! An experienced model builder who is familiar with various types of models making such as physical dimensional models, architectural, miniatures, and digital 3D models as well as full-size mock-ups/prototypes. Must possess a good sense of design and have the ability to visualize and translate from two-dimensional information to three-dimensional product. May lead others and develop a strong work with related teams (Architecture, Production Design, Show Set Design, Special Effects, etc.).

The primary deliverable of a Dimensional Designer Senior is the design, development, and production of high caliber physical and digital models and/or sculptures using state of the art equipment and techniques which convey the artistic intent of an experience or full-size representation for use in the production process.

You will report to the Executive Creative Development

Full-Time

This is a Full-Time role.

What You Will Do:

• Work with project teams and various disciplines to establish goals, develop ideas, understand project requirements and provide informal leadership.
• During production/installation, provides informal leadership to external vendors for rockwork, character facade and/or character paint.
• Provides leadership specific to scope of work.
• Work on several jobs at once and prioritize workload.
• Lead a team to produce models according to budget, schedule and within parameters given by the project.
• Lead projects to include Land, R&DE, and Disney Cruise Line level of efforts.
• Produce and track accurate schedules and budgets.
• Take direction from Art Directors, Show Producers, Production Designers and lead team accordingly.
• Collaborate with various teams and work in collaboration with other team members in developing ideas.
• Design, develop and produce high caliber models both physical and digital using innovative equipment and techniques that show artistic intent and integrate multiple teams.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions for new ride/attraction ideas.
• May be assigned to multiple projects including “Blue Sky” design studio, scenic illusions, and various capital authorized projects.
• Determine type of model and strategy to produce model working from a drawing package.
• Coordinate projects for single small to moderate size venues.
• Determine and direct mock-up and staging efforts.
• Oversee design and production progress to schedule and budget and advise on impact of all proposed changes.
• Research new/existing materials relative to company standards and applicability to project goals.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years of practical applied experience in model building, or related experience in entertainment industry required.
• Able to lead Land(s), park level or large concept designs
• Must be able to work closely with Art Directors, Show Producers, Production Designers and lead team accordingly
• Should be able to cross over to other disciplines to a degree if necessary
• Must have experience leading projects to include responsibility for estimates, budgets and schedules, prioritizing work and carrying job through.
• Knowledge of building construction methods and variety of materials.
• Must have architectural and/or digital model building experience.
• Have a good sense of design and the ability to visualize and produce models in 3-D.
• Understand and be able to translate drawing packages, sketches and ideas into three dimensional models.
• Carpentry and fabrication skills, versatile in a variety of methods of fabrication and production including laser cutting and 3D printing and solid understanding of hand and power tools.
• Sculpting, painting, and drawing skills.
• Ability to be adaptable, versatile and work well under pressure.
• Domestic and International travel required.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Knowledge of plaster carving techniques/ rockwork helpful.
• Knowledge of themed painting techniques and materials helpful.
• Theme Park experience a plus.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in theater, fine arts or environmental design preferred.

Additional Information:

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.

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, California is $105,100.00 to $140,900.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

WDI Creative Development

Job Posting Primary Business:

Development & Production Design (WDI)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Dimensional Design

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-06-10