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Welcome to the “Life at Disney” podcast, the show where you’ll discover what it’s like to Be Part of the Story in a career with Disney. Each season, your hosts will uncover remarkable stories from the perspective of the people and teams behind the unparalleled storytelling, iconic brands, and innovative technologies that have defined The Walt Disney Company for the last 100 years. Join us as we talk with cast members, crew, Imagineers, and employees to learn more about what makes working at Disney so special and explore career opportunities across the globe.

  1. hace 1 día

    S3 E13: Maintaining the Magic: Facilities Operations Services Careers at Disney

    What does it take to keep Disney Parks running day after day, creating seamless experiences for millions of guests around the world?   In this episode of the Life at Disney podcast, host Josiah takes listeners behind the scenes with three professionals whose work helps power the magic every day. Joined by Amanda, Associate Project Manager with Walt Disney World Facility Asset Management (FAM); James, Planner II with Disneyland Resort Utilities and Support Services; and Matt, Senior Recruiter supporting Disney Experiences, the conversation explores the people, projects and careers that help keep Disney Parks operating at their best. Listeners will get an inside look at the many career paths available within Facilities Operations Services from engineering and maintenance planning to project management and recruiting. Throughout the discussion, Amanda, James and Matt share what a typical day looks like in their roles and how cross-functional teams work together behind the scenes. From refreshing iconic guest spaces to maintaining critical utilities and infrastructure that keep attractions running, the guests explain how their teams support the guest experience even when guests never see their work firsthand. From a recruiting perspective, Matt shares valuable advice for candidates interested in Disney careers, including how to strengthen resumes, build professional networks, navigate the hiring process and identify opportunities that align with their skills and experience. Listeners will also hear how recruiting for technical and professional roles has evolved and what hiring teams look for in today's candidates. Subscribe to the Life at Disney podcast and follow Disney Careers for more stories, tips and insights from the recruiters, creators and teams shaping careers across The Walt Disney Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    S3 E13: Maintaining the Magic: Facilities Operations Services Careers at Disney
  2. 14 jul

    S3 E12: Careers in Sports Media: Inside ESPN's World Cup Productions

    On this episode of the Life at Disney podcast, we're taking listeners behind the scenes of one of the largest sporting events in the world: the World Cup. From production planning and live broadcasts to collaboration and storytelling on a global scale, discover what it takes to bring World Cup coverage to life at ESPN. Joining the conversation are Daniel, Senior Manager Producer at ESPN in Mexico, and Mercedes, Supervisor, Tape Library, at ESPN in Argentina. Together, they share their unique perspectives on supporting one of the most complex and high-profile productions in sports media, offering an inside look at the people, teamwork and preparation behind every broadcast. Throughout the episode, listeners will hear how ESPN teams across Latin America, the United States and beyond work together to deliver coverage for a worldwide audience. Daniel and Mercedes discuss coordinating talent, managing live productions, planning coverage across multiple locations and staying flexible when unexpected challenges arise.  The conversation explores the realities of careers in sports production, including the skills needed to succeed in fast-paced environments and how employees prepare for live events watched by millions around the globe. From covering matches at Mexico City's iconic Estadio Azteca to supporting operations across multiple regions, Daniel and Mercedes share memorable moments, career lessons and the excitement of contributing to an event that unites fans across the world. Subscribe to the Life at Disney podcast and follow Disney Careers for more stories from the storytellers, producers and innovators creating unforgettable experiences across The Walt Disney Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    S3 E12: Careers in Sports Media: Inside ESPN's World Cup Productions
  3. 30 jun

    S3 E11: How to Get a Job at Disney: Recruiter Tips for Resumes, Interviews & Applications

    In this episode of the Life at Disney podcast, we’re taking listeners inside the recruiting process at The Walt Disney Company, breaking down what it really takes to stand out in your application, resume and interview.   Joined by Yoshi, Manager, Professional Recruitment; Marjorie, Senior Recruiter, Enterprise Talent Connection; and Sevay, Senior Recruiter, Disney Entertainment, this episode brings together recruiters from across the business to share their perspectives on hiring, candidate success and career growth at Disney.    Throughout the conversation, listeners will hear how the hiring process begins behind the scenes, what recruiters look for in a strong application and how candidates can clearly communicate their impact through their resumes and interviews. From preparing for behavioral questions to highlighting both technical and soft skills, the episode offers actionable advice that applies across roles and experience levels.    Listeners will also get answers to real candidate questions, including how to improve after a rejection, how to break through a competitive application process and what it takes to build a long‑term career at Disney. With candid insights and practical takeaways, this episode helps demystify the hiring journey and empowers candidates to stay persistent, keep growing and take the next step toward their career goals.    Subscribe to the Life at Disney podcast and follow Disney Careers for more stories, tips and insights from the recruiters, creators and teams shaping careers across The Walt Disney Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    S3 E11: How to Get a Job at Disney: Recruiter Tips for Resumes, Interviews & Applications
  4. 28 abr

    S3 E9: How Disney Grants Life Changing Wishes with Make-A-Wish

    In this episode of the Life at Disney podcast, we’re taking listeners behind Disney Week of Wishes, celebrating The Walt Disney Company’s long‑standing relationship with Make‑A‑Wish and the life‑changing impact of wish granting for kids facing critical illnesses and their families. Disney is the world’s largest wish granter with Make-A-Wish, granting a wish every hour of every day. Joining the conversation are Sarah, Senior Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility at Disney Entertainment, and Anam, Corporate Social Responsibility Manager, who both play a key role in bringing these once‑in‑a‑lifetime wishes to life. Together, they share how Disney grants wishes every hour of every day and what it takes behind the scenes to create deeply personal experiences that only Disney can deliver. The episode explores the full journey of wish granting, from coordinating entertainment‑based wishes like film premieres, talent meet‑and‑greets and Disney on Broadway experiences, to executing a one‑of‑a‑kind wish for a young animator at Walt Disney Animation Studios. Sarah and Anam reflect on the collaboration required across the company; and how storytelling, creativity and care guide every step of the process. Listeners will also hear how Disney Week of Wishes brings employees together across the globe, including a look at the creative process behind a new short‑form brand film inspired by a real wish experience. Throughout the conversation, Sarah and Anam share the moments that stay with them most, the responsibility that comes with being chosen as a wish partner, and how they “remember the why” behind this transformative work. Subscribe to the Life at Disney podcast and follow Disney Careers for more stories from the people building purpose‑driven careers across The Walt Disney Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    S3 E9: How Disney Grants Life Changing Wishes with Make-A-Wish
  5. 24 mar

    S3 E6: Building Your Career at Disney: Lessons From Former Interns Around the World

    Launching a career can feel overwhelming but the right early opportunities can make all the difference. In this episode of the Life at Disney podcast, host Nzinga goes global, connecting with three employees who began their journeys through student and recent graduate programs and are now building thriving careers across The Walt Disney Company.   Joining the conversation are Isabella, Supervisor, Integrated Marketing in São Paulo; Gleb, Deal Management Executive based in London; and Brooke, Publicity Coordinator in Melbourne. Together, they share how internships at Disney offered meaningful responsibility from day one; from supporting high‑profile film premieres and leading major negotiations to navigating career transitions across functions and regions.   The conversation explores what it really takes to grow at Disney: being proactive, building genuine relationships, trusting your perspective and saying yes to opportunities even when the path isn’t linear. The group also reflects on global career mobility, transferable skills and what makes Disney’s culture unique for early career talent.   Whether you’re exploring internships, applying for your first role or thinking about what comes next, this episode offers candid insights and real advice for anyone ready for the next chapter of their career story.   Subscribe to the Life at Disney podcast and follow Disney Careers on social media for more stories from the dreamers, doers and innovators shaping the magic at The Walt Disney Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    S3 E6: Building Your Career at Disney: Lessons From Former Interns Around the World

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Welcome to the “Life at Disney” podcast, the show where you’ll discover what it’s like to Be Part of the Story in a career with Disney. Each season, your hosts will uncover remarkable stories from the perspective of the people and teams behind the unparalleled storytelling, iconic brands, and innovative technologies that have defined The Walt Disney Company for the last 100 years. Join us as we talk with cast members, crew, Imagineers, and employees to learn more about what makes working at Disney so special and explore career opportunities across the globe.