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What is WDI looking for when you apply to be an Imagineer?

Eddie Sotto Fan QuestionsBy Nate NaversenApril 30, 2012Leave a comment

Eddie, Just a few hours ago I met my first Imagineer at (believe it or not) an AIAA convention. He was discussing the F-22 and just happened to mention that he was hired by WDI as an engineer, and since then I have been looking at Imagineering sites and stumbled upon this one. I am…

Who originally comes up with the concept or idea behind a ride?

Eddie Sotto Fan QuestionsBy Nate NaversenApril 30, 2012Leave a comment

Eddie, First of all, how does the designing process start? Who originally comes up with the concept or idea behind a ride? Is it a writer? Engineer? Group decision? What’s next from there? Does a story writer script it, then pass it on to a engineer to see how viable the project is? Or is…

Why aren’t walk-through attractions more appealing?

Eddie Sotto Fan QuestionsBy Nate NaversenApril 30, 2012Leave a comment

Eddie – In the interview you mentioned that walk-through attractions are very difficult to make successful. I was wondering why you think they are more difficult to make work than attractions with ride systems? What must happen to make a walk-through have that edgy appeal we all crave? I can think of some examples of…

Once an attraction is opened, who is responsible for the upkeep when problems arise?

Eddie Sotto Fan QuestionsBy Nate NaversenApril 28, 2012Leave a comment

Eddie – Once an attraction is opened, who is responsible for the upkeep when problems arise? I would imagine (pardon the pun) that the Imagineers are not responsible for this and that there is a group of maintenance personnel on site for such occurrences as ride malfunctions or routine maintenance. What qualifications might these cast…

I want to contact an Imagineer at WDI. How do I do this?

Eddie Sotto Fan QuestionsBy Nate NaversenApril 23, 2012Leave a comment

Eddie – I would like to contact Joe Lanzisero. Is there anyone who may have his mailing address? I have an idea for a concept/theme for Disney World that I would like to share with him. I don’t want any money. I don’t want to become an Imagineer. I just want him to listen to…

How to protect your intellectual property

Eddie Sotto Fan QuestionsBy Nate NaversenApril 23, 2012Leave a comment

Eddie – Once you have an idea and a portfolio made up for it, how do you make sure that the people you present it to do not reject you and then steal your idea. How can you prove it is yours? Steve Davis Steve – How do you keep them from stealing your attraction…

How do I make my theme park idea a reality?

Eddie Sotto Fan QuestionsBy Nate NaversenApril 20, 2012Leave a comment

Eddie – My name is Anthony Preston I have been reading about Eddie and he sound’s just like me. When I was 5 years old I took my first trip to Disney World. I really liked the first thing I saw, which was the Indiana Jones epic stunt spectacular. It really impressed me. I grew…

How do I put my ideas into tangible form?

Eddie Sotto Fan QuestionsBy Nate NaversenApril 20, 2012Leave a comment

Eddie – I have always had “ideas in my head” for themed attractions. But I have always struggled getting them out of my head and into a tangible form for others to see and evaluate. At 29, I am looking to totally change my career and pursue the themed industry. I have wanted to do…

How is Math used in Disney Imagineering?

Eddie Sotto Fan QuestionsBy Nate NaversenApril 20, 2012Leave a comment

Dear Eddie, I’ve wanted to become an Imagineer for as long as I can remember. I am doing a report for algebra class. We have to pick a job that we would like to have when we grow older and explain how math is used in that job. Can you please tell me from your…

In-Pavement Fiber Optic Lighting

Eddie Sotto Fan QuestionsBy Nate NaversenApril 20, 2012Leave a comment

How do you integrate fiber optic lighting into concrete? I am very interested in learning about the fiber-optic lighted pavement features at Epcot Center. Where can I get information about this type of light feature? I’d appreciate any help. Thanks – Joseph For any fiber optic application, there are basically three components: 1) The illuminator.…

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