#working for disney

[thespian-wallflower]

I saw a youtube video pop up in my recs about common misconceptions about the Disney College Program.

The majority of the comments that I went through were about how the DCP is a scam, they know someone/multiple people who hated it, had no money, etc.

i 100% believe that the DCP is what you make of it, and as long as you save up some money in advance (if possible) and realize that it's a job and not just an excuse to fuck off to Orlando to play in the parks all day, you'll be fine!

As someone who managed to get through the whole thing without terming or being termed, it was a fantastic experience and I've recommended it to a handful of people I know (ex: a coworker at Jellystone who's in high school and is already interested in applying for the DCP) who are responsible and can handle the demands.

And trust me, it's hard work and there are demands. You're on your feet all day. When you're "onstage" (in front of guests) you have to take that extremely seriously.

And there are terrible days, like there are at any job. I was occasionally screamed at by both guests and higher-ups (which made me cry lmfao). Coords could be very catty. The hours sucked. Don't get me started on the pay.

But playing with lightsabers and kicking a soccer ball around with my roommates at Flamingo Crossings Village? Receiving little gifts from some very kind guests? Getting to wave at the characters while backstage? Playing in the parks on my days off? Getting to hop on the ride (because I worked attractions) at 1am on New Year's Eve with the other CPs who had to work during the holiday, and jamming out? Getting to know Orlando a little bit better? Meeting one of my best friends? I wouldn't trade it for anything.

And I mean yeah, if certain parts of the program (like living with roommates, dealing with guests, not making much money, being in an overstimulating theme park) don't appeal to you, just don't apply! Save your time and mental health. It's really not for everyone.

But if any of the stuff I said seems worth it, I promise, it 100% is. Just remember that, at the end of the day, it's a job and it's very hard work!

[kyodaibond]

2017 BEST SIX !!    

tagged by :    @mclodi tagging :     @merakiborn, @ninfc, @mysetious, @pecvlarity,  anyone who wants to do this !!

[disney-workers-secrets]

I worked at Disney for month doing the Disney college program. I learned what a horrible and intolerable place they are to work for. I will be sharing my experiences as well as any anyone sends to me.

[disneyvillainscollector]

In 20 years I'm not going to remember the shitty guests, or the days wandering around the park, I'm going to remember these nerds

[doctorgalaxyblack]

A Shiny New Era Is Tiptoeing Nearer

A Shiny New Era Is Tiptoeing Nearer

Where do I even start? It’s been a busy few weeks, as you may have noticed from the lack of posts. I wholeheartedly apologise but since being given my CDI I immediately took it upon myself to find a permanent residence, with my family helping by sending everything I have ever owned over to France. This meant that not only did I have to move everything I’ve bought since I got here, but also had…

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[doctorgalaxyblack]

Hakuna Matata

Hey guys!  Back to my normal clumsy self this week, ended up burning the tips of my thumbs by sticking them in some pretty hot water taking stuff out of the oven. So I ended up with some “really cool and in no way lame” looking bandages. Thankfully the burns weren’t too bad, and I could carry on with regular life, with the slightest pins and needles for a few days.  I had my first week of midday…

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[dcp-princessrising-blog]

10 Items You Don't Want To Leave For Work Without

You don't want to get caught without any one of these things.

Don't get caught without them. ;)

[dreambigdisney]

My Final Interview!

Unless things change, your final interview will be at the Disney headquarters in Hammersmith, London! (Tip: the entrance is next to a bus station)

The first thing you’ll have to do is go up to the desk, tell them your name and you’ll get a security pass (If your lucky it’ll have your name on it, so take a picture of it because you dont get to keep it!) Then they’ll send you upstairs to a room a bit like a cinema. This is the presentation, which is very similar to the pre-screen presentation. It includes; - Introductions of the Disney recruiters - Disney trivia - Facts about the program, and videos!

You’ll then be asked to leave the premises if your interview time slot isnt the first one, in my interview some of us stuck together and waited at a nearby Costa Coffee! 

When your interview time slot roles around you’ll be able to go back into the headquarters, and the YummyJobs team will take any documents you’ve been told to bring off you. Make sure you have your ‘proof of student status’ form with you! (Tip: If you’re a 3rd year and finishing university, when filling it in make sure your graduation date and your completion of work date are THE SAME and the date needs to be BEFORE your program start date! This was a problem for a lot of us, but not to worry - if you can amend it and email it to one of my YummyJobs team ASAP it should be fine! Thats what i did.)

Once the team has checked your proof of student status form, they’ll send you to a room where you will meet with one of the Disney recruiters. It’s extremely informal, and is more of a chat. Some of the questions included:

- How far have you travelled today? - What do you like to do in your spare time? - What are you studying? - Why did you want to do the programme? - Would you be willing to have a background check? (Everyone has to have one!) - Have you lived with other people? - What is your previous work experience? - Why did you pick your top roles? You’ll also be asked specific questions related to the roles you chose as high preference. If you’ve selected life guarding you may be asked about a drug test. If you’ve selected character performer your height will be measured!

My ‘interview’ was really laid back! It was more of a discussion than an interview. We even spoke about our love of the musical ‘Wicked’. The thing to remember is to let your personality shine through, if you’re very enthusiastic about something - show it! They’re looking for happy, cheery and enthusiastic people to work for them!