Job Summary:

Yellow Shoes Creative Art Direction Internship, Fall 2022

963414BR

Be a part of a transformative team and culture…

Do you love uncovering the Big Idea? Do you enjoy the world of design and making memorable art that people connect with? Do you understand the craft of executing flawless design and photography? Do you have a hard-core PASSION for type? Do you “geek out” about logos, color theory, typography, font trends, design systems, brand identity and how to use them to connect with audiences in engaging ways? If this sounds like you, then you are who we want.

Disney Yellow Shoes, is the award-winning, in-house creative agency for all of the Disney Destinations Division lines of business. Every day, we have fun creating compelling, memorable work for one of the greatest brands on the planet, and we’re looking for a very talented, ambitious Creative Art Direction Intern to join us!

Responsibilities:

Make an Impact by...

As a Creative Art Direction Intern with Disney’s Yellow Shoes, you will create innovative and conceptual ideas for Disney Theme Parks and Resorts alongside talented team members and Senior Leaders. You will participate in ideation sessions with members of the Creative Department. You will take part in photo/video shoots, editorial sessions; collaborate with illustrators, photographers, designers, videographers and directors. You will have the opportunity to show your problem-solving skills and creative thinking skills for a range of advertising mediums. Social and digital by design, we expect EVERY intern to fully grasp the importance of thinking creatively in a tech-inspired world. You will also work in broadcast, print, and collateral. Solid, imaginative design skills and some understanding of the production process is expected. To be successful as part of our team, strong conceptual ability, an open mind and a passion to learn will take you very far.

• Create concepts for the Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, Adventures by Disney and more
• Do creative research – you’ll identify and share the latest trends in digital, photography, design, typography and other emerging media
• Assist in developing materials for creative/strategic presentations
• Soup to nuts, tactical ideation. From the big idea to emails, to the smallest mobile banner ads
• Maintain and create content for all digital and social channels associated with the Disney Destinations Group
• Be proactive and participate

Basic Qualifications:

What you Bring to the Role...

• Portfolio (must be included as a URL link on your resume; any other portfolio submissions will not be considered)
• An excellent student portfolio filled with smart, innovative work across all advertising mediums (broadcast, digital, print, social, radio, OOH, direct)
• A demonstrated and strong strategic sense and a proven ability to turn deep consumer insights into great advertising
• An obsession with craft, great design, typography, photography, cinematography and music
• Passion about technology and storytelling
• Courage to champion big ideas and collaborate effectively with others to make them a reality
• Proficiency in Adobe C-Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Knowledge and comfort working in Social Media and digital asset creation software (Live Canvas, HTML 5)
• Ability to work in presentation creation software (Keynote, iMovie)
• Working knowledge of an Advertising Agency and its processes or similar creative environment
• Ability to multitask and work against a deadline
• Ability to collaborate as part of a team or ideate independently
• Ability to deliver presentations to senior leadership
• Whip–smart with a hunger to dive in and absorb as much information as possible.
• Reliable, with a positive “can-do” attitude
• Readiness to be mentored and groomed for professional success
• Basic knowledge and interest in The Walt Disney Company history – including films, animation, television and theme parks

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Motion Graphics and After Effects

Required Education

Currently enrolled as a junior or higher, or graduated within six months of application submission, in an accredited college/university earning a degree in Advertising, Design, or closely related field

Additional Information:

Required Materials:

• Resume (outlining all of your required qualifications)
• Portfolio (must be included as a URL link on your resume; any other portfolio submissions will not be considered)

Internship Eligibility:

• 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 OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional 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
• Must provide full work availability
• All candidates must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the session
• Must provide own transportation to/from work
• Current Active Disney cast members must meet Professional Internship transfer guidelines (for Walt Disney World cast members this is no more than four points and one reprimand in the last six months; for Disneyland cast members this is six months of consecutive service and a performance record clear of any disciplinary issues (warnings, suspensions, etc.) for at least six months)

Program Length:

• The approximate dates of this internship are June 2022 - January 2023. Interns must be fully available for the duration of the internship.

About Parks, Experiences and Products:

The Parks, Experiences and Products segment includes Disney’s iconic travel and leisure businesses, which include six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia, a top-rated cruise line, a popular vacation ownership program, and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Disney’s global consumer products operations include the world’s leading licensing business across toys, apparel, home goods, digital games and apps; the world’s largest children’s publisher; Disney store locations around the world; and the shopDisney e-commerce platform.

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: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. 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 Disney Destinations, LLC, which is part of a business we call Parks, Experiences and Products.

Disney Destinations, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.