Associate Project Manager (Project Hire/Internal Assignment)

Job ID 10146762 Location Celebration, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Apr. 07, 2026

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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 Project Manager (Project Hire/Internal Assignment) is responsible for the development and completion of purchasing and tracking orders within the Disney Cruise Line Entertainment teams for various equipment or assets. The Associate Project Manager works directly with various Entertainment leaders and Operational leaders to ensure that each cruise ship venue has the various equipment that it needs to operate and manages the process from the time of asset need discovery to asset delivery.

You will report to the Sr Manager, Entertainment Design & Technical.

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

What You Will Do:

Work independently and in collaboration with multiple partners, both within and external to the Entertainment line of business
Build and maintain a detailed database for various Disney Cruise Line Entertainment equipment asset tracking and maintenance
Support the procurement and logistics process for various Disney Cruise Line Entertainment Technical purchases
Work with logistics partners and systems to ensure on-time delivery to the vessel of all Entertainment equipment and assets
Act as the liaison between operational teams and entertainment teams to ensure proper process and tracking for any entertainment purchases
Create purchase orders for various entertainment technical equipment and assets
Proven understanding of all components of the Disney Live Entertainment Business and basic understanding of requirements, operational practices, and safety considerations for each individual project
Identify the scope, milestones, business requirements, timelines, and budget for each assigned project
Assure a consistent interface among Subject Matter Experts, Content Providers, Partners, and Clients
Proficiently lead cross-functional meetings, facilitate content-gathering and review meetings for multiple topics, and present project plans, updates , and executive summaries
Proactively handle changes in project scope, identify challenges, and devise contingency plans

Required Qualifications & Skills:

At least 3 years of experience managing, tracking, or creating databases for various sourcing efforts
Proven experience in a sourcing, procurement, or logistics role
Ability to proactively manage changes in project scopes, identify challenges, devise contingency plans, and complete work with minimal direction
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient writing and note-taking skills
Proficiency in gathering, examining, and coordinating project content
Experience leading cross-functional meetings or teams
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally required
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport and a company-issued corporate credit card to support international business travel

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Amos, and Smartsheet

Education:

Associate's Degree in the entertainment field or equivalent experience is required
Bachelor’s Degree in the entertainment field 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 https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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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. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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