Here are some great resources that we would like to recommend, as well as some advice from past Design Competition participants and judges that you can use to benefit the development of your own submission 2005 Imagi-Nations Finalists with (left corner) Monica Griffin, Diversity Program Manager, (left of Mickey) Marty Sklar, Creative Executive Vice Chairman, (right of Mickey) Don Goodman, President of WDI, (right corner) Tami Garcia, Vice President of Human Resources. Advice from past participants and judges Story, Story, Story! All we do here at Walt Disney Imagineering is tell stories. The technology, architecture, costumes, transportation, and attractions all support the story. You have to begin with a great story before you develop anything else. Do Your Homework... Know what we do, what we do not do, and how we do it. Know your technology and your deadlines. Showcase Your Talent Showcase what you can do in the medium of your special discipline, such as plots, drawings, schematics, script, etc. As you develop your project think of all of the categories the judges are reviewing. Be creative and innovative. Check Your Work for Spelling, Grammar, and Neatness Attention to detail is very important, please make sure your entry is free of spelling and grammar errors. Don't let this disqualify your team's chance to be considered. Understand the Judging Process. Each entry is judged on each topic: Creativity/Originality Illustration/Artwork/Visuals Use of Technology Guest Experience Entertainment Value Quality of Presentation Diversity/Inclusive nature of proposed entry Global Perspective Make sure your entry covers each of these topics, failure to do so will hinder your team's opportunity to move on as a finalist. Please review all of the judging criteria so you can completely understand the process. Judging Categories Include, but Are Not Limited to: Concept/Idea: Is the concept appealing, interesting or exciting? Does the concept communicate a well researched story and theme? Guest Experience: Is this concept an engaging/enjoyable experience? Are details on how our guests would interact with / enjoy the experience presented? Innovation: Does the concept demonstrate technical innovation? Does the concept demonstrate creative innovation? Quality of Presentation: Is the concept professionally prepared and presented? Is the concept locally organized and presented? Diversity / Inclusion: Does the concept demonstrate respect and inclusion for the diverse array of Guests that we serve? If you do not feel as if you can hit all the judging criteria with excellence, get a teammate who compliments your skill set. Submissions can come from a team with no more than four participants. Presentations that showcase diversity and excellence of skill sets tend to do very well. Have a Great Resume Showcase your talent. This will be an opportunity for different leaders to see your skills and talent in action. Let your resume show us why you would make a great Imagineer! Other Opportunities If you do not qualify for this particular program, we do offer internships for well-qualified students through other programs. Feel free to contact our College Relations team for more information by sending an email to: [email protected] 2004 Imagi-Nations Finalists. We did it! Have Fun! If this project is not fun for you, then you are doing something wrong. Hard work can be great fun if you rise to the challenge and really love the work you are doing. Additional Questions We have an ImagiNations Advisory Board that would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have. However, a lot of what we do here at Walt Disney Imagineering is considered to be confidential. So, if the information you are seeking is considered to be proprietary, we will not be able to provide you with an answer, but it doesn't hurt to ask! E-mail us at [email protected].

Walt Disney Imagineering: A Behind the Dreams Look At Making the Magic Real by Imagineers Designing Disney: Imagineering and the Art of the Show by John Hench Designing Disney's Theme Parks: The Architecture of Reassurance by Karal Ann Marling The Imagineering Way: Ideas to Ignite Your Creativity by the Disney Imagineers The Imagineering Workout: Exercises to Shape Your Creative Muscles by the Disney Imagineers, compiled by Peggy Van Pelt Walt Disney's Legends of Imagineering and the Genesis of the Disney Theme Park by Jeff Kurtti The Imagineering Field Guide to Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World by The Disney Imagineers Disney Online (for insight and research purposes) www.disney.com Series of articles celebrating "Where Dreams Come True" initiative and the history of Walt Disney Imagineering www.variety.com 2002 Imagi-Nations Individual Finalist 2002 Imagi-Nations Team Finalists

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