Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the ImagiNations Competition?
ImagiNations is a design competition created and sponsored by Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) in order to promote diversity. The competition enables participants to showcase their talents and gain practical knowledge in design, with the opportunity to be considered for Internship opportunities.
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What is an Imagineer?
The name Imagineering combines imagination with engineering to describe both what we do and who we are. Imagineers are responsible for the creation and expansion of all elements at the Disney theme parks and resorts. Every day, Imagineers bring art and science together to turn fantasy into reality and dreams into magic.
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What disciplines work at Imagineering?
More than 140 disciplines exist at Imagineering including: artists, architects, engineers, writers, machinists, landscape designers, model makers, sound technicians, carpenters, producers, accountants, filmmakers, schedulers, estimators and more.
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What if I am not majoring in one of the disciplines listed on the website, do I still qualify?
To qualify, each team participant must meet the following requirements:
Be a student with Junior, Senior or Full-time Graduate standing; or a recent graduate within 1 year of graduation,
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Be sponsored by a college or university with a declared major or minor in one of these disciplines; or sponsored by a certified 501(c)3 Creative Arts organization or Association whose focus is one of these disciplines:
- Architecture
- Digital Art / Animation
- Interior Design
- Theater Design
- Construction Management
- Engineering
- Project Management
- Creative Writing
- Fine Art
- Media Production / Interactive
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Is there someplace I can learn more about Walt Disney Imagineering?
Yes, please visit our Tips for Success page for more information and a list of resources.
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When is the Finalists Competition held?
Finalists will be notified by April 16, 2010 and will be invited at a later date to present their project at
Walt Disney Imagineering.
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Are there internships available through this competition?
All qualified participants will be considered for Internship opportunities at Imagineering and other Walt Disney Company business units.
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Does it cost me anything to enter?
There is no cost to enter the competition.
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I feel that my art skills are not good enough, can I have someone else create my model, images, or other props for my entry?
No, all submitted media and ideas must be original and be the product of the team members.
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Do I have to submit a college transcript with my entry?
No, however you must submit a resume.
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My friends and I attend different universities; can we still enter as a team?
Yes, as long as each team member meets all the requirements of the competition. However, the team has to agree and have the Entry Form signed by only one University Department Advisor, Association Representative or 501(c)3 Organization Representative. In addition, each team member should list their University or Organization in the corresponding field in the Entry Form.
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Other than myself, I'm not clear on who else needs to sign my entry form?
In addition to yours and your teammates' signatures, you must include one of the following signatures:
- a University Department Advisor
- an Association Representative
- a 501 (c)3 Creative Arts Organization Representative
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I was an ImagiNations finalist before, can I enter again?
No, because of the unique opportunity this competition provides, each participant who becomes a finalist may not submit again. If you submit and are not selected as a finalist, you are welcome to submit the next year as long as you remain qualified.
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How long after I enter will I know if I'm a finalist?
Finalists will be notified by April 16, 2010 and will be invited at a later date to present their project at
Walt Disney Imagineering.
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I sent my entry in, but I have not received anything yet. What can I do?
All teams that qualified for the competition but failed to submit their projects by the February 26, 2010 deadline will be contacted in early March. All teams that submitted their projects on time will receive a notification by letter or email by the end of March as to whether they were selected as semifinalists or not.
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When will I know if I'm a finalist?
Finalists will be notified by April 16, 2010 and will be invited at a later date to present their project at
Walt Disney Imagineering.
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If I am selected as a finalist, where would the final presentations be?
Every finalist wins a trip to Walt Disney Imagineering in Glendale, California, where you will give your final presentation before a panel of judges.
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My questions were not answered on your FAQ sheet, where can I get more information?
Email additional questions to wdi.imaginations@disney.com.
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