Associate Character Interaction Designer (Internal Assignment/Project Hire)

Associate Character Interaction Designer (Internal Assignment/Project Hire) Job ID 10155969 Location Kissimmee, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Jul. 24, 2026 Job Summary: About the Role & Team: Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences. From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships and other locations the world over. This diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust. The Associate Character Interaction Designer (Internal Assignment/Project Hire) helps bring interactive character experiences to life by developing gestures, programming show files, and managing audio assets. Working closely with creative teams, this role creates training materials and presentations, tests interactive content, and helps ensure every experience is engaging and performs as intended. You will report to the Senior Manager – Character Design & Development. This is a temporary assignment with no guarantee of permanent placement. What You Will Do: Participate in internal creative content and script review meetings Capture and analyze gesture data to support gesture creation Design and develop gesture grids and logic/bucket mappings Create and manage gesture XML files Program and test show files, including audio placement and labeling Tag and organize audio files to support show programming Develop training programs and “Train the Trainer” materials Create supporting materials, including presentations, activity guides, and physicality videos Produce PowerPoint presentations for training, reviews, and stakeholder communication Conduct show file testing to ensure quality, accuracy, and functionality Required Qualifications & Skills: 2+ years of experience in digital marketing design, product design, or training program development 3+ years of experience in live entertainment, WDI, character performing, training, or a related field Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills Exceptional problem-solving abilities with effective negotiation skills Highly creative and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment Comfortable working in environments that include a variety of fibers, fabrics, and furs Demonstrated flexibility to support business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required A bility to travel domestically and/or internationallyrequired Preferred Qualifications & Skills: Hold or be able to obtain a valid passport Experience working in Smartsheet, Glover, and ICE database Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred Additional Information: 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 ( opens in new window) . #DLEJobs#DXMedia The hiring range for this position in Orlando, FL is $68,600.00 - $91,900.00 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. About Walt Disney Imagineering: Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening day. 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 that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. 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 Imagineering Live, LLC , which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering . Disney Imagineering Live, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. 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