Senior Graphic Designer (Project Hire)
The Walt Disney Company
**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 change 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.
We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented **Senior Graphic Designer** to support the visual development and implementation of all branded, wayfinding, and decorative graphics on a new build cruise ship. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, precision, and technical know-how to help translate brand standards into shipboard environments, working closely with architects, engineers, and vendors to ensure design excellence and fabrication feasibility.
You will report to the Manager-Graphic & Fabrication Design.
This is an estimated 60-month Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement.
A **portfolio** review is required for this position. For full consideration, please include a link to your portfolio on your resume. Applicants without a portfolio link on their resume or a completed application packet may not be fully considered for the position.
**What You Will Do**
Design Development
+ Develop and apply graphic concepts for wayfinding, environmental branding, safety signage, and decorative installations across the vessel
+ Create mockups, presentation boards, and digital assets for review by stakeholders
+ Ensure compliance with cruise line brand guidelines, maritime regulations, and safety standards
Documentation & Production
+ Prepare detailed design intent packages and production-ready files (vector artwork, layouts, elevations)
+ Collaborate with signage vendors, fabricators, and interior outfitters to align technical specs and materials with design vision
+ Assist in producing signage schedules, location plans, and graphic specifications using Excel, Illustrator, or sign management software
Project Coordination
+ Work alongside architects, engineers, interior designers, and shipyard teams to ensure accurate integration of graphics in architectural and construction drawings
+ Participate in site visits and inspections (virtually or on location) to review mockups, material samples, and final installations
+ Track and manage multiple deliverables across tight shipbuilding timelines
**Required Qualifications & Skills**
+ 7 years of experience in environmental graphics, signage, or cruise ship design preferred
+ Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and basic AutoCAD or Revit
+ Experience with sign programming tools (e.g., Sign Agent, Excel, Smart Sheet)
+ Familiarity with materials, substrates, and mounting methods used in marine and hospitality environments
+ Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings
+ Strong organization, communication, and documentation skills
+ Willingness to travel extensively on various domestic and international assignments as needed supporting Disney Cruise Line assignments
+ Passport and Valid Driver’s License preferred
**Preferred Qualifications & Skills**
+ Experience with cruise ship or hospitality new builds
+ Understanding of SOLAS, ADA, and international maritime safety signage standards
+ Knowledge of materials suitable for marine environments (e.g., etched metal, high-performance vinyls, marine grade aluminum, stainless steel, LED lighting, etc.)
+ Comfort working within a multidisciplinary team across global locations and time zones
**Required Education**
+ Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Environmental Design, Industrial Design, or a related field
**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 .
**Job ID:** 10118548
**Location:** Lake Buena Vista,Florida
**Job Posting Company:** Walt Disney Imagineering
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