What is a typical day like for you?
My days look very different depending on where I am on a project. At the beginning, I’ll be at my desk planning how the characters will look. Later on, I’ll be at the theme park working with a team to build them.
Were you interested in robots as a kid?
No! But I was always interested in telling stories. When I was a kid, I told stories through drawing. When I got older, I told stories by making puppets. Now I’m still telling stories, but I’m doing it with robots!
Your job uses both art and science. How do those two things work together?
They’re actually very similar to me. Sometimes I’m using art to draw characters. Other times I’m using science to make them work. Both of these tasks require creativity and problem-solving skills.
What has been your proudest moment as an Imagineer?
It was amazing bringing my family to the park to see my work!
What would you say to a kid who loves art and wants to make it a career?
Learn many different skills! You have to know more than just how to draw or paint. And pay attention in science class. I use science every day to figure out how to make my characters move.
What’s it like working at Disney?
It’s just as fun as you would think it is!