College Program Questions Thread Pt 2

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so say that eventually i wanted to do that. i could "work my way up" by doing the CP, right?
are there any CP jobs that work w/ or around the photographers?
 
so say that eventually i wanted to do that. i could "work my way up" by doing the CP, right?
are there any CP jobs that work w/ or around the photographers?

The only ones that really work with Photopass are character attendants, and to a point BBB and maybe Table Service (certain ones).
 
k thanks! im hoping to do the CP when i reach college (im a soph) and these boards, and your many informative posts, are really helping me a lot. I don't know exactly which role i would want the most, but character attendant is definitly on the list!
 
so say that eventually i wanted to do that. i could "work my way up" by doing the CP, right?
are there any CP jobs that work w/ or around the photographers?

Depends what you mean. Like Joanna said, some areas work around photographers, but you yourself cannot work into that role while on the program- at least within current program guidelines (you would be moving statuses into something that is not a CP role). You can do job shadows and may be able to secure something post-CP, but as a CP you are limited to your own individual role and any eligible Cross-U roles (which to the best of my knowledge don't include photography).

Probably not the answer you're looking for, but I hope this helps!

Since you do have a little time before you may enter the program, you may want to suggest that they add the "Photopass Photographer" role to the available roles on the program. I think that would be pretty cool.
 

Since you do have a little time before you may enter the program, you may want to suggest that they add the "Photopass Photographer" role to the available roles on the program. I think that would be pretty cool.

what do you mean? they take suggestions on that sorta thing?
 
k thanks! im hoping to do the CP when i reach college (im a soph) and these boards, and your many informative posts, are really helping me a lot. I don't know exactly which role i would want the most, but character attendant is definitly on the list!

You're welcome. Character Attendant is a lot of fun.
 
what do you mean? they take suggestions on that sorta thing?

Wouldn't hurt to shoot off an email to college recruiting. It's like they say- you can't have what you want unless you ask! If a number of people send in suggestions, they might just consider it.
 
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Okay, so I read 35 pages of this thread looking for answers to my own questions, but my eyes really hurt, so at the risk of annoying people by asking questions that have already been asked and answered, here it goes:

1. How do you get from the airport to vista for check-in? I'm flying alone and am scared about taking cabs by myself after living in London (cabs there will scare anyone)
2. Where are the laundries? How much do they cost? Are quarters the only coins accepted?
3. When do you find out where precisely you're working? All my letter tells me is that I'm working Attractions.
4. If you get stuck in a difficult rooming situation, can you move to another apartment?
5. When you're at work, and your family or your friends are visiting the parks and they see you, are you allowed to acknowledge them?
6. Is the water in Florida hard or soft? (Obsessive, I know, but I have issues with my hair not rinsing in hard water)
7. If you're going to be working outdoors in the summer, do you have opportunities to stay hydrated? Are you allowed to have water with you?
8. If somebody makes a mess or throws up on my attraction, am I going to have to clean it?

Thanks if you can answer any of these! I'm really not as obsessive and paranoid as I'm sounding with these questions, I just have a way overactive imagination and I worry a lot. Sorry! :confused:
 
Okay, so I read 35 pages of this thread looking for answers to my own questions, but my eyes really hurt, so at the risk of annoying people by asking questions that have already been asked and answered, here it goes:

Haha, I feel you on that one!

1. How do you get from the airport to vista for check-in? I'm flying alone and am scared about taking cabs by myself after living in London (cabs there will scare anyone)

I think I answered this before, but your best bet is to check out Mears Transportation. Their website allows you to book a trip from the airport directly to Vista Way. This is one of the official transportation vendors for the Walt Disney World Resort, such being the operator for Disney's Magical Express for resort guests. This company also runs most of the taxis in the central-Florida region.

2. Where are the laundries? How much do they cost? Are quarters the only coins accepted?

At Vista Way, they're on the first floor of every building. At Chatham Square, there are numerous laundry centers scattered throughout the property. $1.00 to wash, $1.00 to dry- the machines only accept a special pre-loaded electronic card, which can be purchased outside the VW front desk or at the laundry centers at Chatham (bills only).

3. When do you find out where precisely you're working? All my letter tells me is that I'm working Attractions.

You'll find out the day after you arrive, as part of the second day process. If you have any particular requests, send those to the recruiter listed on your offer packet. It's not a sure thing, but certainly doesn't hurt.

4. If you get stuck in a difficult rooming situation, can you move to another apartment?

Yes. You must stay in your original apartment for at least two weeks, but after that point you can move. Note that Price Management/Disney Housing charges a $50 fee in order to place you in a new apartment. They also may require mediation in some cases (based upon that, they may waive the moving/placement fees).

5. When you're at work, and your family or your friends are visiting the parks and they see you, are you allowed to acknowledge them?

In an attractions role, most of the time this is a yes. Having said that, you should never break your role character or the "show" in order to do so.

6. Is the water in Florida hard or soft? (Obsessive, I know, but I have issues with my hair not rinsing in hard water)

I want to say it's hard water, but not sure. If you've stayed at Disney Resorts before, it's comparable.

7. If you're going to be working outdoors in the summer, do you have opportunities to stay hydrated? Are you allowed to have water with you?

Yes. You will be able to get a company-issued water bottle that you can carry with you while on the clock (it can also be clipped to a belt-loop). Disney prefers that you drink water outside of guest view, but push come to shove, they'd rather you stay hydrated than anything else.

8. If somebody makes a mess or throws up on my attraction, am I going to have to clean it?

I'm not sure if this is a global policy, but in our area we were to cover the protein spill and notify custodial/housekeeping. We were not to clean it ourselves.

Let us know if you have more questions!
 
6. Is the water in Florida hard or soft? (Obsessive, I know, but I have issues with my hair not rinsing in hard water)

I'm pretty sure it is soft... I have hard water (from a well) at home and the water at Disney is going to be Florida city water.
 
Okay, I knew I was going to come up with more of these.

Do we have any control whatsoever over our working hours?
I'm asking because I really enjoy taking dance classes, and I'm going to miss them, so I was considering trying to find a studio down in Orlando, but with the apparently crazy working hours, I'm not sure I'd be able to commit to a weekly class. Anyone know?
 
Hey Everyone,
It's been a while since I've posted, but I've been accepted for FA Merchandise!!! Thanks for all of your help; I couldn't have done it without the all of your encouragement and helpful information.

I'm not sure if anyone will know the answer, but I have a question. I'm excited about doing FA and getting to be at Disney for longer, but at the same time I'm worried about having to go so soon after Finals and I'm feeling guilty about not going home from May-January. So, I was just wondering, is it at all possible to switch from FA to Fall? I'm not sure what I want to do, but I just want to consider all of my options before I accept.

Thanks, as always, for taking the time to answer my question :goodvibes
They usually don't switch once you get accepted. I wouldn't worry about it. Once you're down there you'll wish you could stay longer, not leave earlier. I did the Fall advantage and it did seem like I was away from home for a while, but if you work your days off right, I was able to come home for five days in the middle and my family was able to visit twice (with the GREAT savings I could get them). I'm excited for all of you. The CP was definitely one of my favorite experiences.
 
Do we have any control whatsoever over our working hours?

You can make requests, but honestly speaking, the full availability part of the contract is pretty literal. The hours can be a bit chaotic sometimes, and I wouldn't depend on having a set-schedule.
 
Thanks for the response, looks like I might have to be looking for a studio with walk-in classes. Thanks for all your help, this is really helping me to de-stress about all my preparations.
 
Thanks for the response, looks like I might have to be looking for a studio with walk-in classes. Thanks for all your help, this is really helping me to de-stress about all my preparations.

No worries! Be sure to post if you have more questions, we're all here to help!
 
Thanks for the response, looks like I might have to be looking for a studio with walk-in classes. Thanks for all your help, this is really helping me to de-stress about all my preparations.

If you do any research please post or PM me with what you find. My daughter is there now on the CP (and has been since August) and the only thing she misses from home is dance. She took since she was little and worked the last six years at the studio. She is hoping to go to school down there next year and said she really wants to find a place to take classes.

Liz
 
You can make requests, but honestly speaking, the full availability part of the contract is pretty literal. The hours can be a bit chaotic sometimes, and I wouldn't depend on having a set-schedule.

I know this depends on your work location... but how flexible for requesting to work a certain time of day.

For example, when my husband flys down I will need to pick him up at the airport and would like to work those mornings so I can get him in the evenings. Are they generally flexible if I give them enough notice of these days?

Specifically I'd like to know about Entertainment and Attractions.
 
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