Landscape Architect (Project Hire/Internal Assignment)

Job Summary:

About This Role

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.

Interested in learning more about our Landscape Architecture team? We are responsible for landscape architecture including hardscape, grading, planting, irrigation, water and other specialty features; special studies; and the integration of architecture, civil engineering, structural elements, lighting, graphics and utilities for the area development of an individual facility/attraction, land, or theme park project.

You will work with our Landscape Architecture Studio Executive.

This is a Project Hire position with no guarantee of permanent placement.

You Will

• Prepare Area Development base information documentation (e.g. site analysis, site planning)

• Provide design documentation in the form of graphic illustration, imagery boards, color renderings, and research and documentation on assigned projects

• Perform various basic technical tasks and documentation, including base sheets, construction details, preliminary grading, hardscape plans/sections/elevations, planting design drafting, 3D visualization, and general project coordination

• Develop varied landscape architectural project work at all stages of assigned projects from concept, feasibility or schematic design through the preparation of construction documentation

• Ensure that the area development intent is achieved by integrating landscape design with allied fields and components such as: infrastructure, architecture, grading/drainage, lighting, graphics, structural engineering, irrigation, etc

• Prepare specific work including, but not limited to: base sheets, hardscape, planting designs, visual intrusion studies, material schedules, etc; ensures alignment to department/divisional Standards of Practice

You Will Have

• U.S. Professional License credential

• 2 or more years of experience in landscape architecture/design practice

• Working knowledge and experience in the use of plant and hardscape materials and products for thematic applications

• Demonstrated thoughtful design, artistic skills and professional judgment in solving complex area development problems

• Skills in digital documentation/illustration tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign; Working knowledge/skills in AutoCAD and 3D software tools: AutoCAD 3D, Rhino, Twinmotion, Lumion.

• Membership in one or more organizations such as American Society of Landscape Architects, Urban Land Institute, Construction Specifications Institute, U.S. Green Building Council, International Society of Arboriculture, or Green Roof Association is preferred

Required Education

• BLA/BSLA degree from an accredited program

Preferred Education

• Advanced degree in landscape architecture, horticulture or land planning

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks: 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 .

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The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $105,100 to $140,900 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.