The Not So Fun Side of Working for Disney
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- čas přidán 2. 07. 2024
- Don't get me wrong, I absolutely loved working for Disney. But there were definitely some downsides to working for the company. I know a lot of you are interested in working for Disney someday and while I love being positive, I also find value in being realistic as well. Don't worry, this isn't a 20 minute video bashing Disney! It's goal is to enlighten you on some of not-so-fun things you may have to deal with as a cast member. Which to be honest, there's going to be tons of not-so-fun things that come with any job! I hope you guys enjoy and know that I still loved my time at Disney, despite some of the cons of working there!
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I agree with everything you said. I work at WDW and on my last program I had a lot of issues with my specific location and coworkers/management, now I'm back and my only two real grievances are the company's refusal to pay a living wage or give decent hours, and of course the difficult guests. I struggle a lot just as a CP only having to take care of myself, I can't imagine how hard it is for my coworkers who have families and such. I have coworkers who work there full time and live in homeless shelters. It's heartbreaking and with Bob Iger making 40 million dollars a year we all know the company had the money, they just refuse to pay. And some guests are insanely negative and rude and take their problems out on you, no matter where you work you will have to hear someone complain every day and it really affects my day every time, especially when they're sassy or rude to me. I love your vids tho thanks for keeping it real cause theres a lot of false positivity out there about Disney lol. of course i agree with you that there's a lot of magic as well. but i am also not staying for the same reasons as you basically.
Thank you!! It's hard for me reading so many comments from people who obviously have no clue what it's like for the employees (in terms of pay, getting time off, etc.). I talk so much about how much I loved working for Disney (because I genuinely did), but I'll admit it wasn't always pixie dust and rainbows. I know there's so many people watching my videos who want to work for the company, and I thought it was important for me to make a video talking about some of the "cons" to help them decide if they really wanted to work there. I wanted to leave while I still loved the company, because I know there are so many people who were totally burnt out and started to actually hate it.
But I totally agree with everything you said! I think it's good for people to question how much the employees are actually making in comparison to the CEO, OR compared to how much they make off of park entry tickets alone! I'm sure our paychecks weren't directly correlated, but I don't think the wage is as competitive as it could be.
kenziemacbrown I completely agree. Don’t get me wrong, I love it here most days too and magical moments do exist! It’s just that a lot of people come into this company totally blind thinking it’s going to be perfect and a lot of that is due to Disney youtubers, instagrammers etc who hype it up and accuse anyone who points out something wrong of being “ungrateful” or whatever. Disney is a business like anywhere else, there are going to be flaws and bad days and people who suck and everyone should know that going in. And I 100% feel the same, that I want to leave so I don’t start to hate it. Although the CP has a lot of flaws it’s kind of nice to get in, get a taste of what Disney is like and then get out before you’re one of those full timers who has been here 15 years, never advanced in the company and hates it. Again thank you for keeping it real and not being overly negative at the same time :)
Totally agree! Haha it's like you're reading my mind! A lot of people hype it up because those are the videos or pictures on IG that do well, and I know I do that too. But I was really surprised at what the culture was like when I started working there. Not that it was wrong per-say, but I just had put working for Disney up on a pedestal and felt like I was doing my job wrong if I had a bad day. It's first and foremost a business, which is really what I was trying to say in my first point. There's also a lot that I didn't share in this video about management styles and what the intentions are - but I also didn't feel like it would be appropriate for me to share.
And yes, it was so nice for me to be able to say I did it, get as much out of it as I could and move on with my life. I had SO many friends who were only there for a few years that hated it. Mainly because there's no sense in how someone advances! People come in with 3 roles and immediately jump into parades and shows while others are there for years and only have one role, and don't do any shows. It didn't used to be like that, and I feel like they way it is now causes for a more competitive environment.
Anyways, thank you for your support and insight! I won't lie, it's frustrating when I get nasty comments from people saying how uneducated I am or how I have no idea how a business works. I know they have no clue what it's actually like working there as a cast member, but it's nice to know I'm not alone!
kenziemacbrown literally same to you 😂 and yes these are all good points! I have learned a LOT working here about business and leadership, every location is only as good as its managers and unfortunately there is a lot of poor management at Disney. Not all but a lot. I don’t work in entertainment but the thing about moving up seems to be similar company wide. I knew people who became coordinators within a few months of getting hired while others waited years and got nothing. Of course some people can be better at their job in a few months than others are in years but that wasnt always the case. There’s a lot of favoritism and such at Disney. Oh and I also totally relate on the putting Disney on a pedestal thing, there’s a lot of false information out there and it’s important to make videos like this that share what it’s really like. So thank you again! It’s definitely great to talk about it with someone who understand cause as you said, people will make judgments and leave comments without knowing what it’s really like. I’ve thought about making a video like yours one day, definitely not till I leave the company lol but these are all points I’d include if I dude
I make 6 figures and I work at Disney. If you want to earn above a living wage you need to market your skills and work toward a position where you cannot be replaced by a 16 year old with a work permit. Most of this is right on though, except the non profit part which makes no sense whatsoever.
What I HATED about working for Disney
1. They're not a non-profit 0:49
2. Guests can be pretty rude 3:08
3. Hours aren't ideal 7:47
4. Getting days off is rough 10:16
5. Less ways to earn opportunities 13:48
6. Conclusion 18:36
Thanks Ellen! :)
Ellen Setiawan thank you girl
You forgot body shaming
I get it. I took her forever to get to these main points. Better to tell all points first then explain each one rather than listen to one point 3 times and waste time. Other than that nice video.
I love your Disney videos! You have such a great positive personality (and makeup!) that I always look forward to watching your videos. Keep it up! 😊
Thank you so much Briana!
Just wanted to say that I love your channel. You keep that Disney magic alive through this sad time of not being able to go. Plus, you're just adorable, and real, and I appreciate that so much. Keep doing your videos, because they are all great. ☺👍🏻💗
your eyemakeup is on point omg i love it
Thank you!!
I, for one appreciate your candour!
You are so pretty😅😅😅😅😅😅😅 those adorable dimples and that perfect eye lashes/makeup was incredibly distracting, to be honest that’s what kept me watching the video even though I was interested in the topic of working for Disney
I really wish I could get good and putting eye make up on like that! Is that like a dark purple with white shimmer base? I love that color🫣
girl, your brows are perfection!
Awww thank you!! 😊❤
I got lucky. I got to MK at like 2 in June of 07 and we were able to do everything we wanted (except Haunted Mansion as it was under refurbishment)
You have the most pleasant face ive ever seen! Constant smile and constant bright eyes. I can see why you would be a character performer!
You are so sweet, thank you!
girl all i can look at is that makeup!! tutorial needed ASAP!
I promise I'm going to, I just haven't had time to sit down and film it yet! But the past couple of videos I've used the same palette - it's the Colourpop X Kathleen Lights Dream St palette!
kenziemacbrown awesome! You're makeup is beautiful!
Which lipstick did you use!! Its a lovely lovely rose shade that i've been trying to find!
kenziemacbrown And what brand and colour lipstick is that? Love it!
Ikr!
The body shaming thing is mostly because Disney is really bad about not creating realistic body types. It is not physically possible to be as thin as the princesses are depicted, don't take it personally.
moukidelmar yeah ikr
Well, with animation you can go everywhere with imagination so the characters would always end up not a realistic as they should be. Including having big heads, small bodies and tiny waists. guest just need to remember that these a real people assisting the characters so of coarse they are not going to look exactly like a cartoon character.
We have a special needs family. When we got the chance to go to Disneyland, we figured we could manage in a normal hotel room. When we went to the Disney hotel desk, they saw our room wasn't ready yet. There was a special needs room that was open, and they gave it to us in exchange! It was exactly what we needed, and it was a staple for our trip to have a hotel room like that to go back to after an Autism meltdown or Deaf sensory overload.
That was our magical moment for us, Disney was so amazing to our family and I will never look at it the same again.
Hatter 9514 Aww! That’s so awesome!
I don't know why but some people are just rude, its like they don't have a filter or lack morals/humility/empathy. Almost like they exist to ruin your day, or only exist as a test of patience.
They are rude because they can be. We currently have a society based on ME. ME.ME. ME. Exhibit A: SELFIES. Who cares about MT Rushmore as long as my face is in the pic. Exhibit B: Twitter. No explanation necessary. Part two: Greed. Corporations will throw anyone at the bottom to the wolves if it means they can make more money. Personal story here: I had someone spit in my face and threaten to "knock my teeth down my throat" when I explained to them (a customer) that the item they were looking for DID NOT EXIST! When said customer tried to make good on their threat and I wasn't having it, I WAS TOLD TO APOLOGIZE! I didn't do anything wrong. I was defending myself against a threatened assault! I didn't apologize. I was fired and the customer got a $500.00 gift certificate. People are rude because they know they can not only get away with it but profit by it. A little lie goes a long way.
Terrible story ! ...that kind of case would have ended up in Labour Court, here (Belgium) And I mean : in your employee's favour, and your employer being convicted severely. I still believe, the difference in labour law between the USA and the EC is astronomic, almost as if on a different planet...
Yeah some people are just rude because they are just sad with themselves and their lives and they think that by being rude to others to make themselves feel better
Agreed. It doesn’t matter where they are, they are just rude. Plain and simple, and its unfortunate.
.... people, you seem not to understand that LEGALLY spoken, the kind of situation as recorded by MA sands13, can only exist in the USA(amongst the so called developed countries), as labour law is a JOKE there and everything in favour of the employer. People, go vote for politicians and a political system worth of the 21st century, as you're struck in mid 19th century...
I remember when I worked for Disney I thought all of the guests were going to be super nice because it was "The Happiest Place on Earth" but people can be awful no matter what job you have!
People can be rude they were always great with people and kids
The Union’s were no help the cast made Disney what it is treated like dirt😂
Believe it or not, part of the reason they raise their prices is to keep people out...as more people want to go, the park is more and more crowded. So many full to capacity days this past year. And YES, they want to make money.
Exactly any business does and every business has their flaws + they’re such a big business and all of the people who work there want to work there for a reason and a lot of them really enjoy it so it’s not like the company doesn’t care about guests they do that’s what holds the company together they just have to balance it out I personally would want the company to do really good will some flaws rather than have the company do bad which could lead to worse things
Basic supply and demand. You hit the nail on the head.
Artful Shelley I mean but at least they use the money to upgrade the parks
Artful Shelley they should pay their employees much higher salaries, most of them are struggling and it’s sad
I couldn't take my eyes of your eyelashes omg I love them! and ps it always bugs me so much seeing people being rude to cms
hopelovestyler thanks! They’re the Girl Boss lashes from Tarte Cosmetics! And yeah, it just makes me sad. I can (usually) understand why they’re upset but it still doesn’t make it right!
reggie bayard dude shejust loves her eye lashes are u a boy? She's just interested in how she did her eye lashes is there a problem? No!
no you idiot.. she wants to actract other women... make up is to actract people... not to scare them away... learn the facts
reggie bayard dude? What's wrong with u she's just interested on what brand is her eyelashes are from GET IT RIGHT your definitely a boy so just MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS! IF U DONT KNOW WHAT IT MEANS THEN DONT SAY YOUR COMMENT! AND HOW DO U KNOW IF SHE LIKES GIRLS HUN? ANY PROOF?
FF
reggie bayard oh ye I DIDNT SAY MAKE UP IS TO SCARE PEOPLE AWAY DUHH?
You absolutely nailed it when it came to the guests. I worked at Space Mountain and I LOVED my job, but the guest totally ruined it for me. I would have parents getting mad at me because they would only have two fast passes for their party of 10, or them being mad at me because their kid was too small to ride the ride. All sorts of nonsense that made me not want to work there anymore. Absolutely loved my time there, the job, and the friends I made, but yes; guests can ruin it no question.
Taylor G it’s really hard when you have to be the bad guy enforcing the rules! Especially if it’s for a safety reason!
Customers are the number 1 reason why you hate working anywhere lol I loved my job at a lot of places but the customers made me hate everything :/
Taylor G customers ruin everything
TwoKidsTooFun Your height actually fluctuates through out the day..your tallest in the morning and as the day goes on, the cartilage in your joins compress..it can be up to a cm differance..obviously not in the time it takes to re ride a ride, but it does happen..it sucks that your sons could re ride..but at least they were airing on the side of saftey..I almost fell out of a coaster cart when I was 5 because the bar was too high(I was with my Uncle so the lap bar went to his lap but I was much smaller..if he hadnt grabed my arm as I slipped I could have fallen out)
Your positive energy is so uplifting no matter what your video is about ✨
Thank you so much Sarena! I realized I must've done something right if I get a lot of comments on how positive I am in a video where I'm talking about something that I "hate"! Haha
My mom worked for Disney Studios for 35 years..they're not family friendly, or concerned about their employees. Its definitely a business!
jimbotheassclown I was just about to comment that lmao
Melissa Thomas That is very sad to know, regarding Disney not caring about family or their workers. Shouldn't the entirety of that to which is Disney, be like a huge, close knit family!?
Why would anyone work some place for 35yrs if the company didn’t care about their employees?
Kristine F. The majority of reviews on Indeed say management is involved and employees have amazing benefits. They have movie days on Fridays, receive free snacks, and don't work on weekends. The only con that keeps reoccurring is that it is very competitive. Sounds pretty great to me... maybe this person's mother couldn't keep up with the pace and ended up in hot water or something LOL.
www.indeed.com/cmp/The-Walt-Disney-Studios/reviews
I work at the Disney studios in Burbank. it’s true
I want to work for Disney one day, so I love these Disney videos! 💖
I hope you get to work for Disney some day! It was so much fun working there!
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Jimbo She isn’t worrying about the money, she wants to do it because it’s fun!
It depends on the position, yeah there are jobs like food service that are less than glamorous but those are entry-level positions. If you have a degree and experience within a certain field that Disney needs then you can get decent work.
You're so positive! I love it! I can totally see why Disney picked you. Thanks for all the tips.
Thank you so much Brandy! I know I must've done something right when I get compliments on my positivity for a video talking about "hating" something 😂
Lovvveeee the eye shadowlook😍
Saaaame
Lieke rutten AGREED!😻
Was going to say the same love it. Love the lip stick colour too...
Me too! What colors and brand?
Yesss same! So pretty
I love that you also share the negative things and not just the positive one! I'm thinking about working for Disney later but I'm not really sure.. Ilysm!! 💜 You always cheer me up no matter how bad my day was!
Besides all of the things I mentioned I absolutely loved working for Disney and if I could do it all over again I would! The downsides were so minor compared to all of the fun memories I had! I'm so glad to hear my videos brighten your day! My goal is to make my channel a positive space :)
Maybe, just maybe, the man said "No, gordita" to his wife because at least in my country it's common to use "gordita/o" in a kind way to you significant other. So . maybe he was just answering to her that he didn't want a picture.
I would love to think that! But it was a teenage boy saying it to his mom and he had a very unpleased look on his face. But I would hope I'm wrong!
Gordita is a way to say darling or honey to a love one in most Hispanic countries, my best friend from Omaha got upset with me when I called her gordita because she thought I was calling her fat, but is a term of endearment in Latin America. It took me a while to explain this.
Wow that is good to know right!
Also a common saying is “me caes gorda” maybe he was just telling his mom she gets that she was getting on his nerves...still super rude but maybe not calling her fat.
kenziemacbrown hi
My family and I are DVC and annual pass holders-we obviously LOVE Disney but always say that you really have to know the ins and outs of the parks and the systems to get the most out of your time there! Thanks for your positivity and for the glimpses “behind the magic”-I look forward to all your videos! ✨💖
I 100% agree! I had a coworker who went to Disneyland for the first time (during spring break too 😬) and was pretty upset that she couldn't stop and watch the fireworks show as they were happening (she didn't like that cast members kept telling her to keep walking). There's a lot of instances where that happens and you definitely have to do your research before visiting the parks in order to get the most out of your time. I think that's where a lot of the frustration comes from - especially at Disney World! People don't know to make reservations ahead of time, sometimes MONTHS ahead of time. Or how long they need to sit and wait before watching a parade or show. It's a huge bummer, but I can completely understand the frustration!
Exactly! Even something as simple as making fast passes ahead of time can make or break an experience. Since we go so frequently I always try to help people out who are new to it because I want to see them enjoy it as much as I do! Knowledge is definitely power when it comes to Disney parks
Would you consider making a “guide” for first timers like me?🤓
Never thought I'd comment on a Disney-video, but while gordita might mean chubby it's always an affectionate usage-- they still thought you were cute. It's what grandmas call their grandkids, boyfriends to girlfriends, even friends to each other. Imagine it to mean to refer to the chubbiness of their love for you. :)
Thank you for sharing that! Someone else mentioned that too, and I'm so glad they did! I didn't know that! I think the way the 16-year-old boy meant it wasn't in that sense (like he said it and refused to take a picture of her), but that is really helpful to know!
Even when you discuss the negatives, you are so positive! You’re such an inspiration! 😘
Haha thank you! I've been saying I must've done something right if I keep getting comments about how positive I am in a video where I talk about something I "hate"!
I think when people dislike something and they just go on a rant about how much they don't like it it shows that they're missing a level of understanding. So despite not liking some aspects of my job, I can understand why they happened. Like upset guests, most of the time I can understand what would lead up to them getting angry over not being able to meet a character. So that's probably why is still comes across as "positive" even though I'm talking about negative things because I also explain why things are happening as opposed to just complaining about them!
kenziemacbrown completely understand where you’re coming from! You’re such a sweet and honestly an inspiration to me, to want to be a more positive person all around! Loving your videos girl! 😘
I was a cast member for 11 years from '75 - '86.
I have an interview for DisneyWorld next Friday and this is all so good to know!
Thanks you for sharing!!
It feels like they forgot about what Walt wanted. He wanted to make people happy. Not profit
+marine skaters thank you! That is exactly what I was trying to say with my first point 😂
Have you seen many amazing parks in communist countries? People don’t work for nothing, or a 3rd party happiness. I don’t see any problem in charging for your hard work.
He wanted to make money too. He wasn’t doing it for free.
marine skaters Walt loved what he was doing...loved animating and working on his movies and projects, but in some ways you still need to think about money. Walt was going to stop animating right before Snow White because they were doing so poorly and weren't bringing in any money. So, in ways, it is about money and doing what is best for the company. No matter what company it is, you need to also think in business terms in order for your company to thrive and do well. Nothing is 100% all the time 24/7.
If it was too cheap though you would be having 3 hour long waits for an average ride....
I love your videos! You make me want to be a Disney princess! I love how positive you are, and you seem to genuinely love Disney. Thank you for your videos. :)
Thank you so much, that is such a wonderful compliment! I do genuinely love Disney (despite the title of the video lol) and I'm glad that comes across in my videos! 😊
started watching your videos while in disney world (currently still there on vacation) and it made my trip even more magical to see how much pride goes into the work here. thanks for the videos :)
I'm so glad!! I think a lot of cast members go unappreciated and I always try to thank them and tell them how much I appreciate them after working there. I agree, there is a ton of pride and gratitude that cast members have - even when it's not so fun sometimes!
The first point made me laugh. I will say that while Disney vacations can be insanely expensive compared to similar theme parks and cruises, my family often genuinely felt that we were getting better customer service and a better experience at Disney. Disney was the kind of place where I would leave a souvenir at the hotel, cry about it at home, and after one phone call with a hotel manager later, it was being shipped back to where I lived. That’s the level of service they give their customers and that’s why it can be worth it to pay those high prices.
Lauren Conrad but why would you contradict someone who has worked there and has seen the behind the scenes, but that’s not a bad thing at all, and all that money that they get, if you think about it, they have a LOT of employees, so they have to pay them and they also use it to expand the parks, so I’m not mad
@@johns9927 Laura is not contradicting anyone, she's saying facts based on her experience. She's speaking for herself, not for anyone else. ☺
Love this video! I did the DCP in Spring 2017 and I relate to A LOT of these! Great video :)
I'm glad they keep upping their prices. If they lowered their prices, the parks would be swamped even more than they already are. If I have to save for a year to go, so be it. The cast members do such a fine job of making my trips magical, that I'm willing to keep coming back.
Props to you for keeping it real! As with any job, even if it's your dream job, not every aspect of it is absolutely perfect or without fault. Especially an entity the size of Disney. The bigger the company, the more room there is for some less than wonderful things to find about working for them (not to discredit or completely overshadow the great experiences we all have with what they have to offer!). It's important to research a company and talk with some people you trust who have a history with them so you know what to expect, and I love that you made this video and expressed what you did. So many of us (myself defs included) are interested in working for Disney and this is some really vital info for prospective cast members. I really feel for you with those body shaming comments from guests or fellow employees, that really sucks and no one deserves to be treated like that, especially at their place of work! But so glad to know you still loved your time there and made some magical memories even if there were some downsides! Thanks again for another great video, Kenzie 💖
Absolutely! I think the idea of a "dream" job is challenging because even with a job you love there will be things that make it not enjoyable at times. I think what helped me in doing my "dream job" is recognizing that the job itself won't fulfill me and I can't find my self-worth just in my job. Overall I feel like that actually helped me appreciate my time there more! And thankfully the body shaming comments really didn't happen that often. I only mention it because I really don't think it should've happened at all but sadly it was something people had to deal with from time to time.
That's a really good way of looking at it!! In the world of performing arts, it's so difficult to try to separate your own self-worth from what you put out into the world. I totally get what you mean by that, and it's been a journey for me as a musician/actor since it's so subjective and what one person enjoys about what I do (or what I enjoy about myself), another person might not enjoy (and vice versa). Unlike when I play piano, which I'm also really passionate about and is more external, my vocal instrumental is literally a part of me! Also with dance, which is a whole other long story I won't bore ya with. It's been really helpful to cultivate my self-worth through multiple avenues outside my line of work like doing different things just for fun without the expectation of mastery, exploring places I've never been, facing my fears, spending quality time with loved ones, meeting new people- I'm still trying to find it honestly, but I'm getting there. Good to hear that those comments didn't occur too frequently and that the positives outweighed the negatives!
You kinda look like Kristen Bell if she was brunette instead of blonde... anyone else see it?
you are so sweet, thank you!
Omg yes even the personality!
I was just thinking the same thing!
Omg yes she does!
Yesssss
My husband was a photopass photographer and was able to keep people from beating up the poor characters. He was 6'4" so he had a long reach to pull the character out of the way of being harassed.
I didn't get my own wedding off when I was a cast member, but luckily my leader gave me an ADO..... yeeeah all of these are true in every role
im glad that you're so open with this!! also, you are absolutely stunning!!!
I love your makeup in this video (as always) & I also love your videos SO much ❤️❤️
You are so nice! Thank you so much Ashley!
kenziemacbrown you’re welcome! ❤️❤️
I didn't get a refund per say but I once had a bad experience at a hotel and they ended up giving us a 50 dollar voucher, park tickets, and a free hotel night. I think it depends on the situation and how far you pursue it.
That's awesome! They have amazing guest service, I had to experience a few situations that involved "recovery" and I do think Disney goes above and beyond with their recovery. It doesn't usually involve refunding park tickets, but there are so many different ways they will help recover a situation!
We always got the funjet vacations package through AAA. The first year we went was the year there was a huge wildfire just outside Orlando (it actually hit Orlando a week or so after we returned home!) That was also the year Animal Kingdom was open and there was issues so alot of the park was closed. I'm not sure how dad got the deal but because so much was closed for safety reasons for our first trip we got a "come back" deal for the second trip.
You are so happy even when discussing negatives!! Love all your vids so much!! 😁👍🏻
Thank you Talia! I think it's easy to complain about things without trying to understand why they happen (like getting mad at a guest who was rude instead of understanding what might have lead up to them getting frustrated). So despite talking about negative things, I also try to explain why they happen which probably makes it appear more positive!
Hahaha. You are right. :-)
Being a character performer at WDW is my dream! I can’t wait until I’m 18 and can go to an audition. I’ve already done research and I’m mentally preparing myself for the experience! 😜 I am SO GRATEFUL for all of your Disney college program videos and audition tip videos. They have already given me so much information even though I still have plenty of time to prepare. Thank you! If I ever get cast, I will be sure to give you a huge shoutout. 😄❤️
I'm so glad my videos have helped! I think that's wonderful that you know in your heart that's what you want to do and you have the time to prepare! I was the same way - as soon as I knew I wanted to audition I immediately started researching everything I could to prepare myself! I truly hope that you get to live out your dream!
kenziemacbrown Thank you so much!
Me too!
Wait what would you want to audition for? Just curios..
Good luck!!!
I’m new to your videos, but I have to say that even though you quit, you do a really good job at being positive. Despite the fact that this is a video about the “downsides” of working for Disney, you were still really upbeat and cheerful. Not to mention your eyes and voice have a lot of emotion, so I could see how you’d be great at your job! Much respect to you :)
Omgg love your videoss! So excited when you post somenthing
Thanks Andrea!! Creating the videos is fun but it's so nice knowing people enjoy them too!
Your makeup looks so beautiful! Do you mind sharing what lip colour/eyeshadows you are wearing?
Thank you! I was using the Dream St palette from Colourpop Cosmetics! I'm posting a tutorial using the palette on my channel tomorrow night at 7:30pm PST!
I think the lip color is Stila in shade Patina
Thanks for being so inspirational and positive. Love you tons ❤️
Thanks Alexandria, you're so sweet! Love you too girl!
YAY NEW VIDEO! I say this all the time but I LOVE your videos. And ily
Thank you so much McKay! Love you too girl!
I love these videos. I want to work at Disney when I turn 18, and these videos help me know things from first hand experience. Thank you!
Emsnews Supkis That may be true but they still need face characters and to be a face character you need to look like them. And disney still hires Americans. Nothing wrong with a young girl having a dream to work there and it's 100% possible for her to
Emsnews Supkis idiot.
Your eyeshadow is perfect! Gorgeous
Thank you so much!
thank you so much for making this video!! ❤️❤️ i love the thumbnail😂😂💕
You inspire me to be positive☺️💕
That is truly one of the greatest compliments I could ever receive! Thank you so much Valerie!
I'm completely fine with them upping the price for park tickets. My family first started doing Disney vacations in 2005, and we could at least get family photos infront of the castle without people in the background. You can literally see it progressively get more packed throughout the years after. Maybe if they up the prices, the parks won't be as packed.
About to start my program, and so happy someone is posting this video... it's good to know the other side. Thanks!
OMG! You are SUPER pretty I couldn't stop focusing on how amazing your mascara and eye lashes are!!!!
This whole makeup look is so great
I love your makeup and positive vibe!!!
Thanks girl!
I was looking through my old disney pictures and found a picture of you hanging out with ariel and I was in it and it was so cute!
You put the scheduling situation stuff perfectly! They try their best to help you but I ended up working every single holiday at DCA this year! It's fun but you do miss your family!
That's too bad! Yeah it's hard because I loved my job so I wasn't too upset that I had to work, but I've never had a job where I had to work on a holiday before!
You look beautiful! And totally agree, strangely enough, I've had experiences where I've been completely polite to other guests at Disney and got snapped at. Once a woman sped up and ran me over with her cart and then got angry at me for it lmao
I love your vids so so so much!!!! Especially your Disney ones!
Thank you so much Sarah!
I love your Disney videos!!!
Thanks Caroline!
"Sorry honey, I can't go to the wedding, I have to work."
loved this video! so nice to see kind of a pros and cons of disney
Thanks Natasha! I've wanted to do a "cons" or more realistic video for a while now, I just wanted to make sure I did it in a way that obviously wasn't bashing the company. Especially since I loved my time working there!
I think the way you did it was very classy. You still showed that passion for Disney, but you were also honest. It's very refreshing, as we don't see a lot of these kinds of videos.
I met you during my trip there for my make a wish!
I'm new,And I'm already obsessed with YOU!!💙Your such a good CZcamsr!
Kenzie I’ve never been to Disney but I would like to ask u how do character ‘actors’ keep from over heating as it’s hot over there. I have a fear of characters that I can’t see their faces like tigger etc. I also have issues with my own internal temperature for example I overheat extremely quickly and can’t cool Down fast and the opposite with colder weather I get too cold too quick and it is excruciatingly painful to warm myself up as it’s like the equivalent of marathon runners hitting the pain barrier
Omg that makeup! What eyeshadow and lip products are you using? 😵
I LOVE Disney! I live in Norway but go to Orlando once a year i February! It's my happy place 💕✨
I used the Dream St palette from Colourpop (I'm posting a tutorial using the palette tomorrow night at 7:30pm PST!).
That's so cool! I would love to visit Norway someday! And February is the perfect time to visit Orlando!
I cannot believe people will walk up to Rapunzel and tell her she's too fat! Really? Unbelievable! Unacceptable! This is the society we live in today where we have no respect for others and no filter. Sure I've seen characters that may not look exactly like the movies but they aren't going to! The last time we went our little girl noticed Buzz Lightyear obviously looked different. We explained while in line for a picture that like with Santa he has to be so many places he has people helping him and this is one of his helpers. No reason to try to be rude. Kids are smarter than you think. Give them a little credit. They can tell the difference between a cartoon and real life. We adults like to keep the magic alive longer sometimes than kids need it but there is never a reason to body shame a worker!
I just applied for Disney yesterday and I am watching your videos and they are awesome, thank you for sharing!!
P.s. I love your make up so much!!
You do the most beautiful job with your makeup!! I'm so jealous! Wish I could mine like yours, but then again you are stunning to begin with.
You are so nice! Thank you so much! It's honestly just years of practice. Especially working at two jobs (Sephora and Disney) where I wore makeup every shift!
I worked for a non profit children theatre company for about 7 years and really enjoyed it for the most part. I know it's not the same as working at Disney by any means. When working at a non profit I definitely felt a sense of achievement with all we accomplished with no profits. We paid for the majority of props, costumes, sets, and equipment out of pocket. And a lot of people don't really understand what that is like. My coworkers and I put everything we had into making plays and shows possible to make the kids in our program shine. The reward was seeing the looks on their faces when they discovered their talents and got to shine on stage. Money cannot buy that joy or the experience those kids had. It was by far my favorite job expect for the fact that I hated my boss. I think people would have a more enjoyable experience at Disney if it wasn't all about the money. It's not fair to families and people in general who can't afford to go. Maybe one day they'll do a willy Wonka thing and have everyone look for golden tickets and allow those winners to go for a couple of for free but probably not since Disney is very much about money. Anyway I hope you are doing well and I hope you have a wonderful week.
I hope you know how much I enjoy reading your comments! You always put so much thought into them and I always appreciate your insight! I think you completely nailed the ideas and goals behind a non-profit. I think that can be really confusing with Disney because so many people love it and it has a similar effect as a non-profit where it brings people joy. But ultimately their main goal is to make money rather than helping people (even if they help people while they're making money) - if that makes sense! I hope you have a great rest of your week as well!
kenziemacbrown aww I'm glad you like reading my comments. I love watching your videos. Sometimes I feel like I have a love hate relationship with Disney it can be really great and other times I want to yell at it. There was a show that recently came out called Disney fairytale weddings and I thought that they would not only look at couples who tied the knot at the Disney parks but also couples who created their own Disney wedding. Of course since Disney is about the money they are probably trying to promote their wedding services at the Disney parks which are really expensive. If Disney wasn't all about the profits the majority of the time I feel like they could accomplish so much more. Like how cool would it be if Disney characters could visit children in the local hospitals. It's a small gesture but it would have a big impact. The character could even read their stories to the kids and just spend time with them. That would be a magical moment.
Actually there are instances in which Disney characters visit children in hospitals! AND, Disney characters will visit the Give Kids the World Village (where a lot of Make a Wish families stay while visiting Orlando) frequently! They also go above and beyond when partnering with organizations like Make a Wish to make families visits memorable! So yes, overall there is a lot more that they could be doing. But there is a lot they're doing right now too!
Yes I agree with everything you are saying! Thank you thank you THANK YOU for being so honest and still so positive!!! As for your first reason, Disney not being a non profit, I believe Disney definitely has changed over time. A huge reason being that the Disney family is no longer in charge any more. It used to be ALL about family values and now it’s about a business and what’s going to bring in more money. Doesn’t mean I don’t love going to Disney still and making memories with my family!! I just had to get that out because going on vacations and working there myself has made me become aware of a lot.
Yes I would completely agree! Especially in talking with cast members who had been there for decades! I only know what it was like based off of my personal experiences, but in talking with other cast members at the time it seemed like it had changed even in just the five years before I had started there. And I would even say it's changed since I worked there two years ago after talking with friends who still work there. Walt originally intended the parks to be "a place where a dad can take his kids", but I do think the parks have grown far beyond what he had anticipated. Anyways, I could go on for a while on this subject! Haha but it is sad to see it change from what it once was.
I'm sure it cost a lot to keep the park running safe to build shops and rides and pay employees
hi!! I just found your channel a couple days ago and have been watching sooo many of your videos, seriously like non stop lol! I think you are so positive and sweet and such a good person! I really enjoy your videos and stories and how happy you are in your videos! Your channel is such a positive place on CZcams especially nowadays 💖
also I love your advice videos, I’d love to be a Disney princess soooo bad but Florida is prob too far for me! and also I’m probably too young right now (I’m 15) it’s a dream of mine to be a Disney princess! Also I love how you maintain character integrity!
You are so sweet, thank you so much Rachel! Those are truly the best compliments I could receive! I agree - there's a lot of negativity out there! Instead of fighting it I figured the best way to challenge it is just by putting out positive content instead! Thank you so much for the support!
You know, I totally thought Florida was too far for me too! But when I was making the decision at 22, and I knew I would have friends there with me and I wrapped my head around the whole process, it made it a lot easier! I'm sure at 15 that sounds unimaginable! I know for me the idea of college seemed overwhelming when I was in high school. But the transition worked out just fine and it made me feel more confident moving across the country. And I think it's great that you know that's something you want to do at your age! I was the exact same way! It gives you lots of time to prepare!
kenziemacbrown you’re welcome!! I agree, spreading positivity is much better than giving attention to the negativity!
kenziemacbrown that’s true! Thank you for the advice!!
Honestly this helps a lot I'm from New Zealand ☺️ and I'm studying at the moment I'm doing an internship with Disney in America next year and I can't wait! I feel like this would help me with my confidence and my independence
Omg your make up is beautiful I can’t get over it😍😍😍😍
You are so nice!! Thank you! ☺️
I've heard you basically have no life outside of Disney as a Cast Member.
I got to do lots of fun things outside of Disney when I was working as a cast member - I took several trips to Tampa, went to the Florida Keys, New Smyrna Beach, etc. There's also other theme parks in the area (Sea World and Universal) that lots of cast members will go to too. But I think a lot of people choose to go to Disney in their free time since we get in for free as cast members!
Your eye make up looks incredible! 💜 what palettes and shades did you use? Love it! 👸🏻 xx
I sooo wish I’d bump into you at Disney World! I’m on my college program right now and you and your channel really gave me a lot of information on the program. Plus, i just think you’re an adorable and amazing human being ❤️
My dream is to work as a ride operator on either seven dwarfs mine train or thunder mountain😉.i FREAKING love Disney.
I just thought you'd like to know that my boyfriend's little sister looked at my screen and shouted "Look! Snow White!"
girl this whole video I couldn't concentrate on the main point because your makeup is so damn good
i LOVE your makeup look! 😱😱💜
this was super interesting! i can't remember if you've mentioned this or not but did you ever get to hang out with ariel during the night time parades or was it usually just in her grotto?
I never got to be a parade performer, I was just doing meet-and-greets as a performer while I was working there 😊
jaceyrose I think se was Ariel
Awesomeness she can't say who she was
Someone posted in another thread that their niece recognized her as Snow White.
Someday soon I want to work for Disney. I'm turning 25 soon but look like I'm in high school apparently. What I am always self conscious about is my body and to hear about body shaming is just awful. I always think that I don't have that look because I am curvy. Oh and your make up is fabulous Dream St. is one of my favorite go to palettes
To be honest, it didn't happen THAT often, like it wasn't a daily occurrence. I do mention it just because I think it's absurd that it happened at all! I think it sadly happened more often to performers who were in roles where they showed their arms and stomachs (there were three roles when I was there and now there's only two that I can think of). But the majority of the characters are fully clothed and I don't think you'd have to worry about it as much. If that's something you really want to do I would say just go for it! Like I said in the beginning and end of this video, the good FAR outweighed the bad! Despite the downsides I would do it all over again in a heartbeat!
Alanna Tremblay Isi.
Your makeup looks so pretty! Also, this video was rly good 😊
Ella Raczelowski qq
I just realized we did the DCP the same time! Yay Fall 2015! I worked merch at All-Stars resorts. :)
+Ashton Yust that’s awesome!!
I can't believe people cannot get their own weddings off.... that just seems insane! I'd be the person escalating that from the manager higher up and saying imagine if you couldn't get your wedding off!?!
I think most probably do, like it ended up working out for her. But she did have to really work hard to get the time off!
It's just bad management, ultimately she would have had to quit if they hadn't given her the time off, not like you can reschedule a wedding. It creates unnecessary and expensive (for the company) turnover, leaving them shorthanded, etc. Really stupid, hope that manager got a butt chewing.
You mean, "get time off for your wedding day." I was so confused by how the original comment was written, omg..
The way she’s saying this is misleading as far as I’m concerned. You can request time off almost a year in advance, it’s first come first serve. What’s wrong with that?
thank you for another disney video!!!
You're welcome Kendra! I'm trying to do one once a week since I know most of my subs are Disney fans!
btw your chanel makes me so happy and your videos always brings a smile to my face!!!
That is seriously such a wonderful compliment, thank you!
yes of course! have a wonderful night!
I love your videos! I’m actually writing this while I’m in line for the grotto :) I was wondering, my sister is mentally handicapped. What experiences have you had with handicapped people (physically, mentally, or both) while hanging out with Ariel, other characters, or working as a character attendant? These people are so special and they can bring such a special sense of joy to others, and I was just wondering if you had any interesting stories!
Your makeup is so pretty! Thank you for the advice.
You are so sweet!! Thanks Sedona!
Im a make a wish child and i cant wait to go
Klyn Vlogs I’m SO excited for you! You’re going to have so much fun!
kenziemacbrown OMG YOU Replied THSNK YOU
Just found your channel!!! Totally subscribing!! I just posted my January Favorites video!
I LOVE your makeup in this video! You don’t happen to have a tutorial on this do you? It’s awesome, and you look great!
Usually I don't care about makeup one way or another but I love the way you did your eyes. It's really striking but still not too overdone. It's a very nice job.
You go girl voice your opinion!!! ( ps love your make up )
whatever mate she does do her make up beautiful!!
Okay so I know that you’ve made videos on the Disney College Program, but I was reading the requirements and application things and it was so complicated with the requirements with semesters and things like that, do you think you could explain that kind of thing sometime? xoxo
I just saw that the application came out today! I'm planning on doing a video talking specifically about the application process and the interview process since I think a lot of people would appreciate it!
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*and wow girl you are so beautiful + positive! I'm going to school to become a Missionary Pilot, but my other dream job is Disney-related something, I love acting and dressing up, it just makes me so happy* :)