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Senior Illusion Maker (Project Hire/Internal Assignment)

Job ID 10150376 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted May 26, 2026
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Job Summary:

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.

Within the Creative Show Design & Delivery studio we produce the magic. Our processes and tool sets take us from concept design or mockups to full production, assembly and installation. You will work as part of the team creating world-class attractions. Thinking outside of the box and creative problem solving is a must. We’re looking for professionals who are thirsty for diverse experiences, who are eager to learn and who are confident they can uphold the Disney quality that our guests expect. If this sounds like you, please apply today!

You will report to the Mgr-Illusion Maker.

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

What You Will Do:

As an Illusion Maker Sr., focusing on Surface Development, you will:

Be responsible for the digital design of 3D printed shells for complex Audio Animatronic figures, as well as digital design of 3D printed tooling for intricate figure parts. This includes documenting and archiving shell, skin, and tooling digital files according to project requirements.

Fabricate, assemble, and clean up 3D printed parts, fiberglass components, cast parts, and vacuum-formed pieces. Additionally, you will handle the fabrication and clean-up of silicone skins, ensuring all materials meet the durability and maintenance standards required.

Troubleshoot, test, evaluate, and modify figure shells, parts, skins, and tooling are integral aspects of your role. You will problem-solve, mock-up, and test solutions for complex plastic part issues, continually improving designs for longevity and ease of maintenance.

Partner with Figure Finishing, Mechanical, and Electrical teams to ensure that costumes are fully integrated into the overall figure system. Collaboration with Walt Disney Imagineering Creative teams—including I.P. partners—is essential to develop figure shells and skins that fulfill the creative intent and match the overall look of the show. You will also work closely with Dimensional Design’s digital and physical sculptors to ensure clearances, thickness, shapes, offsets, and other factors are considered during model development.

Be responsible for developing tooling, shell, and skin estimates, as well as Surface Development design and production schedules. You will track and adhere to established schedules and budgets, efficiently executing change management as needed. Sourcing and ordering materials and working with vendors and suppliers to ensure quality and timely deliveries are also part of your duties.

Train park maintenance partners in the installation, removal, handling, and care of Audio Animatronic figure shells, skins, props, and related components. Additionally, you will develop and author standards and guidelines pertaining to Surface Development products and deliverables.

Travel, including internationally, is required to fulfill project needs and support installations and training at various locations.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

  • Demonstrated proficiency in SolidWorks for design and engineering tasks

  • Minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience in plastics, mold, and part design and fabrication, with a strong focus on Audio Animatronics

  • Familiarity with Design X, Magics, and Rhino software tools

  • At least 5 years of specialized experience designing and fabricating Audio Animatronic figure tooling, shells, and skins

  • Deep understanding of plastic and skin material properties as they relate to fabrication and durability

  • Ability to read, interpret, and evaluate material Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Technical Data Sheets (TDS)

  • Practical experience with 3D printing, including knowledge of various additive manufacturing processes and materials

  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and other disciplines

  • Exceptional planning and organizational capabilities

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Comprehensive knowledge of Audio Animatronic figures and the end-to-end figure production pipeline

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a talent for creative thinking and innovation

  • Experience in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting 3D printers

  • Experience in fabricating and finishing 3D printed parts

  • Knowledge of matrix mold fabrication, including tooling processes

  • Experience with epoxy mold fabrication and related tooling techniques

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or trade school preferred, but not required.


The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $87,100.00 to $116,800.00 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay 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.

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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 Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. 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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