My second phone interview went pretty well. It was pretty much the same, but did get a few new questions. Since I already did a program I was asked mainly about my pervious program and why I wanted to do another program? So overall it went pretty well.
Thursday, February 9, 2017
Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Disney College Program: My Second college program application
One January 23, 2017, I applied for my second college program, but this time with a focus on Disneyland. The application did change slightly a bit from when I applied in 2013.
Instead of having all the roles in front of you, you will select your interest in certain roles like Custodial, Housekeeping, Lifegaurd or Quick-Service Food & Beverage (QSR). Next you will be asked to pick additional roles you may have interest in. You will still rate the roles High, Moderate or Low interest. If you don't choose the role from the list in this part that will mean you have no intrest in the role.
Overall the application was pretty much the same.
Right away I got asked to take the web based interview (WBI) and now I'm proceeding to the phone interview.
Instead of having all the roles in front of you, you will select your interest in certain roles like Custodial, Housekeeping, Lifegaurd or Quick-Service Food & Beverage (QSR). Next you will be asked to pick additional roles you may have interest in. You will still rate the roles High, Moderate or Low interest. If you don't choose the role from the list in this part that will mean you have no intrest in the role.
Overall the application was pretty much the same.
Right away I got asked to take the web based interview (WBI) and now I'm proceeding to the phone interview.
Sunday, January 8, 2017
My Next Disney Experience
Happy New year everyone! In 2014, I completed my first Disney College Program, so last year I decided to blog about my journey and give you information about the process. However, this semester I graduate from Cleveland State University. With college coming to an end I am planning to apply for another Disney College Program for Fall 2017, but this is for a backup plan. Since I will have a degree in Film, TV and Interactive Media I plan on applying for a professional internship with Disney. The college program is a backup, so if I don't get in I have something I can fall back on to apply again.
My Career goal is to create children's live action programing. Growing up I always enjoyed cartoons and fun live action children's sitcoms. But let's face it, not all of them are that good these days, but then there are some that are fantastic in my opinion. Some of my Favorite shows include: Suite Life (both), Lizzie McGuire, In a Heart Beat, Extreme Makeover Home Edition, Fetch! with Ruff Ruffman, Rugrats, Girl Meets World, Henry Danger, iCarly, Drake and Josh, Zoey 101, Phineas and Ferb, Recess, P,B & J Otter, The Goldbergs, Last Man Standing, and The Middle.
I would love also bring back FETCH With Ruff Ruffman and Zoom and revive them. As well bring back the original Bob the Builder instead of what Mattel has done with the show. As well making a crossover with Thomas and Friends.
I have lots planned for everyone reading my blog for the next few months as I apply. The topic Include:
From time to time I will be posting videos on my YouTube channel: Disnickfantic
These videos are going to be different as I won't be showing my self. I will show pictures over my voice. The will be pics that are from the parks or what every I can find.
This is going to be a fun adventure, so join me in for a magical time while I tell you about the greatest program ever.
My Career goal is to create children's live action programing. Growing up I always enjoyed cartoons and fun live action children's sitcoms. But let's face it, not all of them are that good these days, but then there are some that are fantastic in my opinion. Some of my Favorite shows include: Suite Life (both), Lizzie McGuire, In a Heart Beat, Extreme Makeover Home Edition, Fetch! with Ruff Ruffman, Rugrats, Girl Meets World, Henry Danger, iCarly, Drake and Josh, Zoey 101, Phineas and Ferb, Recess, P,B & J Otter, The Goldbergs, Last Man Standing, and The Middle.
I would love also bring back FETCH With Ruff Ruffman and Zoom and revive them. As well bring back the original Bob the Builder instead of what Mattel has done with the show. As well making a crossover with Thomas and Friends.
I have lots planned for everyone reading my blog for the next few months as I apply. The topic Include:
- Disney Perks
- My 2017 College program application
- Requesting off and switching off.
- Professional Internship Application
- Professional Internship Interview tips
- Doing a professional internship without a car in my opinion.
- And more TBD
From time to time I will be posting videos on my YouTube channel: Disnickfantic
These videos are going to be different as I won't be showing my self. I will show pictures over my voice. The will be pics that are from the parks or what every I can find.
This is going to be a fun adventure, so join me in for a magical time while I tell you about the greatest program ever.
Friday, December 30, 2016
Disney Colege Program: The First Week
The first week of the Disney College Program can be a scary and exciting time for everyone. One question that is been asked is, What will my First week look like? Well its going to be different for everyone, so here is the run down:
Day One: Everyone will go to check-in at their complex they will be living at. If you live off-site, you will check in at Patterson Court. Next you will have casting. Some may not have it this day and will have it the next. Instead Some may have a housing meeting. If you have the role of a life guard, attractions or a transportation cast member you will have a drug test. More detail in my check-in blog.
Day Two: If you didn't have casting or your housing meeting, you will likely have it this day.
Day Three: Most likely you will have a day off
Day Four: You will be going to traditions.
Day Five: If you didn't go to traditions, you ill go then. Depending on your role role you may start training.
Day Six and so on: training will start at least for everybody or you may have a few more days off before you train, but you will start training at least by day 8
Day One: Everyone will go to check-in at their complex they will be living at. If you live off-site, you will check in at Patterson Court. Next you will have casting. Some may not have it this day and will have it the next. Instead Some may have a housing meeting. If you have the role of a life guard, attractions or a transportation cast member you will have a drug test. More detail in my check-in blog.
Day Two: If you didn't have casting or your housing meeting, you will likely have it this day.
Day Three: Most likely you will have a day off
Day Four: You will be going to traditions.
Day Five: If you didn't go to traditions, you ill go then. Depending on your role role you may start training.
Day Six and so on: training will start at least for everybody or you may have a few more days off before you train, but you will start training at least by day 8
Tuesday, December 27, 2016
Disney College Program: Traditions and training
Everyone in the Disney College Program has to go through Traditions, which is the orientation overview to the Walt Disney Company, specifically Walt Disney World. You'll have orientation pertaining to your role later, and then orientation at your location, followed by actual role training.
Your traditions will be scheduled a few days after you check in. Your traditions will be dived into groups by last name and you will receive a sheet before you check in letting you know if you will go in the morning or the afternoon. If you go to traditions in the afternoon it is usually longer then the one in the morning.
You must dress in business clothes for Traditions, Park orientation, and any training done at Disney University.
What will Traditions entail?
Just like when you went to casting you are REQUIRED NOT TO TAKE TRANSTAR. Disney will provide coach buses to get you to traditions.
Your day begins on the bus ride to Disney University, where your Traditions "class" takes place.
Once there you will be divided into more groups and will make sure your name and school is spelled correctly for your name tag. You will not be able to put your city on it at this point. If you would like, you have to do this at costuming once you start training at your location.
At traditions you will learn some of Disney's business success secrets, their special "language," the Four Keys, creating magical moments and interacting with Guests, and a look back at Walt's life.
There will also be many videos of Guests explaining how Cast Members made their vacation extra magical, and how the Cast Members responded to the Guests' letters. There were videos of children being told they were going to Walt Disney World and their reactions to the news.
During traditions you will learn about the Four Keys. What are the Four Keys? These are Safety, Courtesy, Show, and Efficiency. These are integral to success at any branch of the Walt Disney Company. And you will never stop hearing about them while on your Disney journey -- they are that important! This doesn't hurt to mention these in your interview.
After awhile you will take a special trip to the Magic Kingdom to see the Four Keys in action. After you return they will talk a bit more of what you saw in the Four Keys and then a special guest will come in. I don't want to spoil anything so that all I will say after you return. There is also some other special surprises during the class.
After you are done with traditions you are able to play in the Parks!!!!
What will Training entail?
Everyone's training is going to be different, so I will give you the basic run down. Everyone will have a few classes at Disney University, where you will learn about your role and do computer training.
Then you will have a Welcome to orientation at your park or resort you are working at. The Same will be for Disney Springs and the ESPN Sports Complex. After the orientation you will start your on the job training. This is going to vary by role, so I am not going to get into this much. You will also be getting your costumes at this point in your training.
Your traditions will be scheduled a few days after you check in. Your traditions will be dived into groups by last name and you will receive a sheet before you check in letting you know if you will go in the morning or the afternoon. If you go to traditions in the afternoon it is usually longer then the one in the morning.
You must dress in business clothes for Traditions, Park orientation, and any training done at Disney University.
What will Traditions entail?
Just like when you went to casting you are REQUIRED NOT TO TAKE TRANSTAR. Disney will provide coach buses to get you to traditions.
Your day begins on the bus ride to Disney University, where your Traditions "class" takes place.
Once there you will be divided into more groups and will make sure your name and school is spelled correctly for your name tag. You will not be able to put your city on it at this point. If you would like, you have to do this at costuming once you start training at your location.
At traditions you will learn some of Disney's business success secrets, their special "language," the Four Keys, creating magical moments and interacting with Guests, and a look back at Walt's life.
There will also be many videos of Guests explaining how Cast Members made their vacation extra magical, and how the Cast Members responded to the Guests' letters. There were videos of children being told they were going to Walt Disney World and their reactions to the news.
During traditions you will learn about the Four Keys. What are the Four Keys? These are Safety, Courtesy, Show, and Efficiency. These are integral to success at any branch of the Walt Disney Company. And you will never stop hearing about them while on your Disney journey -- they are that important! This doesn't hurt to mention these in your interview.
After awhile you will take a special trip to the Magic Kingdom to see the Four Keys in action. After you return they will talk a bit more of what you saw in the Four Keys and then a special guest will come in. I don't want to spoil anything so that all I will say after you return. There is also some other special surprises during the class.
After you are done with traditions you are able to play in the Parks!!!!
What will Training entail?
Everyone's training is going to be different, so I will give you the basic run down. Everyone will have a few classes at Disney University, where you will learn about your role and do computer training.
Then you will have a Welcome to orientation at your park or resort you are working at. The Same will be for Disney Springs and the ESPN Sports Complex. After the orientation you will start your on the job training. This is going to vary by role, so I am not going to get into this much. You will also be getting your costumes at this point in your training.
Friday, November 4, 2016
Disney College Program: The Gird
When I was finishing my Fall 2014 extension the housing team at Disney was constructing a new store at The Commons. In February 2015 The Gird finally opened.
The Grid is open seven days a week until 1 a.m., and offers a wide array of hot and cold food items, health and beauty products, and coffee and assorted beverages. If you are flying and don't want to hit Wal-Mart right away, this is a good place to get you settled for a bit until you stock up.
Starting in the Fall 2016, Disney has partnered with College-Ave a site where you are able to order dorm supplies. So seven days prior to arrival you may order items from the site have them shipped to The Commons apartment Complex. All of the items located in the site has been preapproved by Disney housing.
The Grid is open seven days a week until 1 a.m., and offers a wide array of hot and cold food items, health and beauty products, and coffee and assorted beverages. If you are flying and don't want to hit Wal-Mart right away, this is a good place to get you settled for a bit until you stock up.
Starting in the Fall 2016, Disney has partnered with College-Ave a site where you are able to order dorm supplies. So seven days prior to arrival you may order items from the site have them shipped to The Commons apartment Complex. All of the items located in the site has been preapproved by Disney housing.
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Disney College Program: Check in, casting and housing meeting
You have finally made it to Florida or California for your Program. Your first few days are going to be busy, so instead of rushing, its best if you try and fly or drive in the day before check-in. This will allow you to rest up, get familiar with the area, and plan for any late flights if you are flying.
For both Disney World and Disneyland make sure you have your important paperwork before you leave HOME!!!!
Walt Disney World
A few days before you arrive you will receive an itinerary from Disney letting you know what times you will have check-in, casting, and your housing meeting. Starting with the Spring 2017 programs you location will be included in the itinerary. If you are attractions you will find out your ride you are going to work at on your first day of on the job training. The earliest someone could check in is 7AM and go through at least noon. So like I said its best to arrive the day before, as you don't want to have to rebook flights if fly in during your check in time.
As of Fall 2016, check-in is a bit different. Instead of everyone going to Vista on their first day, you will report to the housing complex's clubhouse you will be staying at. So now before you get to Disney, you will know what complex you will be staying at. You must report to the complex at the time given. Security will NOT LET YOU IN EARLY! If you do arrive early you will be waiting until your check in time.
If you are bringing your car down, this is where you will get your decal and make sure your car info is correct. The decal is $50 if you get it before you check in and $75 at check in.
Complex address
Vista Way 13501 Meadow Creek Dr
Orlando, FL 32821
The Commons
8050 Gables Commons Dr
Orlando, FL 32821
Chatham 8161 Chatham Manor Blvd
Orlando, FL 32821
Patterson Court
8139 Patterson Woods Dr
Orlando, FL 32821
During check in you will go through some of the paper work you did before you arrived, go over the Disney Look, get pictures for your housing ID, and Keys for your apartment. They will also give you a housing guide and some FREE STUFF!!!
Parents are not allowed during check in or casting, but will be able to help you move in.
For your pictures you need to be in Disney Looks from the Neck up other then that you can and should ware whatever you want. My advice is to wear relaxed clothes as you will be hot and tired after the day is over. So you if you are person who like to wear a suit for check-in, Don't do it!
Next on the itinerary will be the time you will need to report to casting. You Must go to Vista or Chatham and get on the BUS. These buses do not go to the other complexes. The nice thing your casting bus will be coach buses and not TranStar. You can't drive as there is no parking at casting.
Once at casting you will finish up going over paperwork, do figures prints for your background check and get your WORK LOCATION!!!
Depending on your role you may need a drug test which will be done at casting as well. It may be separate from your casting time. If you are a life guard you will have your swim test scheduled for that day as well.
Next you will have your housing meeting witch may be the same day or scheduled for the next day. This will be held at The Commons and is MANDATORY that you GO. Since there is NOT a lot of parking at this complex it is best that you take one of the Transtar buses or walk to The Commons.
Everyone's check in process will be different, so don't freak out if yours isn't the same as your roommates. The next day you should have off before you have traditions. As that will be covered in another blog.
Disneyland
A few days before you arrive you will receive an itinerary from Disney letting you know what times you will have check-in.
Living at the complexes will report to
Check-in Location:
Carnegie Plaza
180 W. Center Street Promenade
Anaheim, CA 92805
Not Living at the complexes will report to
Check-in Location:
Team Disney Anaheim
700 W Ball Road
Anaheim, CA 92802
During check in you will go through all of paper work you did before you arrived, go over the Disney Look, get pictures for your housing ID, and Keys for your apartment. They will also give you a housing guide and some FREE STUFF!!!
Unlike Disney World your housing meeting will be usually the same day and will be dived up by floors of the complex. This is MANDATORY that you GO if you live in housing. You will be given the time during check in.
The check in process will be different for everybody except for the housing meeting.
I will update for Disneyland as I find more information.
For both Disney World and Disneyland make sure you have your important paperwork before you leave HOME!!!!
Walt Disney World
A few days before you arrive you will receive an itinerary from Disney letting you know what times you will have check-in, casting, and your housing meeting. Starting with the Spring 2017 programs you location will be included in the itinerary. If you are attractions you will find out your ride you are going to work at on your first day of on the job training. The earliest someone could check in is 7AM and go through at least noon. So like I said its best to arrive the day before, as you don't want to have to rebook flights if fly in during your check in time.
As of Fall 2016, check-in is a bit different. Instead of everyone going to Vista on their first day, you will report to the housing complex's clubhouse you will be staying at. So now before you get to Disney, you will know what complex you will be staying at. You must report to the complex at the time given. Security will NOT LET YOU IN EARLY! If you do arrive early you will be waiting until your check in time.
If you are bringing your car down, this is where you will get your decal and make sure your car info is correct. The decal is $50 if you get it before you check in and $75 at check in.
Complex address
Vista Way 13501 Meadow Creek Dr
Orlando, FL 32821
The Commons
8050 Gables Commons Dr
Orlando, FL 32821
Chatham 8161 Chatham Manor Blvd
Orlando, FL 32821
Patterson Court
8139 Patterson Woods Dr
Orlando, FL 32821
During check in you will go through some of the paper work you did before you arrived, go over the Disney Look, get pictures for your housing ID, and Keys for your apartment. They will also give you a housing guide and some FREE STUFF!!!
Parents are not allowed during check in or casting, but will be able to help you move in.
For your pictures you need to be in Disney Looks from the Neck up other then that you can and should ware whatever you want. My advice is to wear relaxed clothes as you will be hot and tired after the day is over. So you if you are person who like to wear a suit for check-in, Don't do it!
Next on the itinerary will be the time you will need to report to casting. You Must go to Vista or Chatham and get on the BUS. These buses do not go to the other complexes. The nice thing your casting bus will be coach buses and not TranStar. You can't drive as there is no parking at casting.
Once at casting you will finish up going over paperwork, do figures prints for your background check and get your WORK LOCATION!!!
Depending on your role you may need a drug test which will be done at casting as well. It may be separate from your casting time. If you are a life guard you will have your swim test scheduled for that day as well.
Next you will have your housing meeting witch may be the same day or scheduled for the next day. This will be held at The Commons and is MANDATORY that you GO. Since there is NOT a lot of parking at this complex it is best that you take one of the Transtar buses or walk to The Commons.
Everyone's check in process will be different, so don't freak out if yours isn't the same as your roommates. The next day you should have off before you have traditions. As that will be covered in another blog.
Disneyland
A few days before you arrive you will receive an itinerary from Disney letting you know what times you will have check-in.
Living at the complexes will report to
Check-in Location:
Carnegie Plaza
180 W. Center Street Promenade
Anaheim, CA 92805
Not Living at the complexes will report to
Check-in Location:
Team Disney Anaheim
700 W Ball Road
Anaheim, CA 92802
During check in you will go through all of paper work you did before you arrived, go over the Disney Look, get pictures for your housing ID, and Keys for your apartment. They will also give you a housing guide and some FREE STUFF!!!
Unlike Disney World your housing meeting will be usually the same day and will be dived up by floors of the complex. This is MANDATORY that you GO if you live in housing. You will be given the time during check in.
The check in process will be different for everybody except for the housing meeting.
I will update for Disneyland as I find more information.
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