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Senior Show Lighting Designer - Project Hire/ Internal Assignment

The Walt Disney Company • Full-time • San Diego, CA, US • 1d ago

Job Posting Title:

Req ID:

10149760

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 changes 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.

Show Lighting provides lighting designs for all areas our guests see when they enter our parks. This includes lighting for attractions, retail spaces, restaurant spaces, display areas, landscape, facades, and area development. The staff of the Show Lighting Department interface and support other WDI divisions as well as departments within our parks including Creative, Architectural, Engineering, Show Art, Show Ride, Park Operations, and Park Maintenance. Through the medium of light, it is the mission of the Show Lighting Department to create highly entertaining environments in which the magic of each Disney story is possible.

You will report to the Manager- Show Lighting Design.

This is a Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement.

What You Will Do:

The Senior Show Lighting Designer leads and supports the design implementation and lighting installation effort for the project interfacing and coordinating with the project team including Show Lighting Designers whose specialty is in lighting control.
The Senior Show Lighting Designer works independently as a lead on multiple design projects up to the Land Level.
Create Show Lighting Design Estimates and Lighting Work Strategy.
Develop Show Lighting database, schedule, dimmer panels, Show Lighting drawings.
Direct in field implementation of Show Lighting design.
Draft, plan and schedule control designs in concert with facility design packages.
Manage complex negotiations across diverse stakeholder groups.
Supervise and adhere to budget and schedule.
Develop and communicate Show Lighting design concepts.
Perform primary interface with electrical engineering disciplines to ensure placement of lighting design on electrical drawings.
Estimate, plan, and budget control systems.
Develop Show Lighting database, schedule, dimmer panels, Show Lighting drawings.
Direct in field implementation of Show Lighting design.
Work with supervisor to adhere to budget and schedule.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

5+ years of experience in a related professional environment required.
Experienced Lighting designer capable of producing designs which reflect both the theatrical and environmental nature of a WDI product.
Proven ability to work on multiple projects and drive results.
Ability to communicate lighting intent and ideas verbally and visually.
Working knowledge of theatrical design and technical knowledge of lighting design and installation, including methods of construction.
Working knowledge of architectural and facility requirements and integration of lighting products into an attraction.
Knowledge of new and developing technologies in lighting.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Able to work well independently and in groups.
Strong organizational skills.
Knowledge of theatrical lighting fixtures, theatrical controls, and control distribution including DMX and Ethernet.
Knowledge of LED lighting systems including the design of power/data equipment to control LED lighting.
Familiarity with BIM and CAD software and drafting ability.
Ability to operate and work off lifts, ladders, and catwalks at heights.
Appreciation and skill in the aesthetic processes of lighting and lighting design.
Domestic and International travel required.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

Disney experience and background.
Knowledge of Lighting Previsualization Software.
Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
Master’s degree (Theater, Art, Design, Architecture) 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 .

The hiring range for this position in Anaheim, CA is $111,500 to $140,900 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:

Global Design Services (WDI)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Show Lighting Design

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Anaheim, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-05-04

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