Portfolio Creative Development Executive F/M/NB – Permanent Contract

“Proudly building upon our extraordinary legacy, Imagineers are shaping a future that inspires humanity. As one global team of innovative creators and storytellers, we immerse our guests in experiences that make memories of a lifetime.” – Barbara Bouza, President, Walt Disney Imagineering

Founded by Walt Disney in 1952, Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force behind the memorable Disney experiences that connect and inspire across generations and borders. And we are proud our experiences continue to set the bar in an industry Walt’s “Imagineers” pioneered.

Walt Disney Imagineering embodies a world-class design firm, premier development company, extraordinary storytelling studio, and cutting-edge innovation lab – all rolled into one. Home to an overwhelming breadth of expert talent from around the globe, Imagineers partner closely with colleagues from across The Walt Disney Company to bring the most awe-inspiring new worlds and cherished characters to life.

Walt Disney Imagineering Paris is looking for a creatively inspired and results-driven professional to lead the local design team responsible for the enhancement and sustainment of Europe’s number one tourist destination.

The Portfolio Creative Development Executive is the resort level Imagineering leader responsible for the sustainment and enhancement of existing park assets, guest experience and show quality. Functional leader and manager for 60 creative professionals including producers, art directors, writers, and technical specialties, all working to design and oversee the delivery of hundreds of projects per year across 2 world-class theme parks, 7 Disney-themed hotels and The Disney Village entertainment complex.

Successful applicant will have strong creative management experience preferably in the theme park industry. This leader works across all lines of business at the resort to balance business and operational needs with creative intent. Exceptional communication skills are essential to this position. A fluent understanding of design, production and construction processes and priorities is key.

Key responsibilities:

• Responsible for facilitating the collaboration between WDI, resort business partners and site leaders to drive projects forward to meet creative, budget and schedule expectations.
• Responsible for resource management and leadership in a fast paced and dynamic portfolio. This executive must have a facile understanding of the operations and business needs of the resort in order to lead the development of impactful and effective guest experiences. Specific tasks include:
  • Oversee the development of resource plans, estimates, and schedules for creative deliverables
  • Interface with stakeholders and partners to achieve concurrence on direction and scope
  • Oversee long-term resource plan and priorities
  • Manage annual operating budget for the design studio
  • Participate in the development of the local and global long-term plan for the growth and sustainment of the resort
• Facilitate consensus building and decisions making by developing strong relationships with, and between, project team leaders and DLP site leaders.
• Communicate clear and concise project updates to all levels within the Walt Disney Company organization
• Collaborate with creative directors, project managers, site, and portfolio executives to prioritize scope and delivery options without compromising the integrity of the vision
• The Portfolio Creative Development Executive will coordinate with WDI global creative leadership for performance criteria and best practices, project creative deliverables standardization, etc. to ensure a consistent, quality guest experience across global portfolios.
• Direct reports: 11

Required Qualifications:

Technical Skills and Requirements

• Core knowledge and experience with theatrical technologies; lighting, effects, audio, etc.
• Core knowledge of system interface – Ride, Facility, Show
• Industry knowledge and experience of scope, schedule, and budget planning, tracking, and mitigation

Leadership Skills

• Recognize talent and assemble, motivate, and manage a diverse team in a dynamic environment
• Clearly articulate creative intent and vision to all levels of the Disney organization
• Develop strong partnerships across all Divisions of Work
• Manage the intersection of art and commerce and prioritize objectives

Education, Training, Knowledge, and Skills

• Proven theme park development experience
• Thorough knowledge of the creative process, design management tools, and deliverables
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in managing diverse and cross-cultural team
• Proficiency in English and French
• BA/BS in theater, film, design, or entertainment preferred

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About Disneyland Paris:

Disneyland® Paris is a company where dreams really do come true. Here, our Cast Members work on stage or backstage, in hundreds of professions. Their mission: offering every guest an unforgettable Disney Experience at our 2 theme parks and our 7 hotels as well as Disney Village. The passion and enthusiasm of our teams has made our company the number one tourist destination in Europe!

Creating dreams carries with it many responsibilities. For our resort, long-term development must be rooted in a sustainable tourism model. We have made important social & environmental commitments, which we seek to implement with the continuous involvement of our employees and stakeholders.

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 with the following business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, Disney Parks, and Experiences and Products. 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 S.E.T.E.M.O. Imagineering SarL , which is part of a business we call Disneyland Paris .

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