College Program Questions Thread, Pt 3

[BookLover23]

I have a question. I'm LDS(a Mormon) and I don't like to work Sundays so I'm wondering if I'd be able to get them all off while I'm there. I know it's a weekend and those are peak times, but don't most people want Saturdays off not Sunday?

 

[KBelle5]

Hey everyone! I've spent the past few days reading this entire thread and a lot of my questions have been answered (although I only got to page 62). I do have a few more that I'd love any help with!

First off, my CP is at the DLR, and I'm a Vacation Planner. I know it's a bit different from the WDW program, but since I go up Sunday, I want to get my questions in asap.

1. Does anyone know what the approximate sq feet for our (DLR) apartments are? My insurance people want to know.

2. What constitutes seasonal? For ex: My program is from Jan.-Aug., then I'm (hopefully) off to law school. If I have a few weeks from Christmas-early January, then summer break, will that count as seasonal?

3. When you check in to your apartment, do you need to be wearing business casual? I was planning on it, but if jeans and a nice shirt are fine, I'd rather do that. If not, it's no big deal.

4. I understand the earring policy except it didn't mention anything about dangly earrings. I'm assuming they should not detract or I should just stick to small posts, but is there a clear policy on this?

5. On hairstyles: can ladies wear a ribbon, or no accessories?

6. For those of you who have done the program multiple times, did you take one Disney class the first time, a different one the second time, etc? Did you end up taking the same class more than once?

Thanks in advance for your answers!

 

[glendalais]

Hey everyone! I've spent the past few days reading this entire thread and a lot of my questions have been answered (although I only got to page 62). I do have a few more that I'd love any help with!

First off, my CP is at the DLR, and I'm a Vacation Planner. I know it's a bit different from the WDW program, but since I go up Sunday, I want to get my questions in asap.

1. Does anyone know what the approximate sq feet for our (DLR) apartments are? My insurance people want to know.

2. What constitutes seasonal? For ex: My program is from Jan.-Aug., then I'm (hopefully) off to law school. If I have a few weeks from Christmas-early January, then summer break, will that count as seasonal?

3. When you check in to your apartment, do you need to be wearing business casual? I was planning on it, but if jeans and a nice shirt are fine, I'd rather do that. If not, it's no big deal.

4. I understand the earring policy except it didn't mention anything about dangly earrings. I'm assuming they should not detract or I should just stick to small posts, but is there a clear policy on this?

5. On hairstyles: can ladies wear a ribbon, or no accessories?

6. For those of you who have done the program multiple times, did you take one Disney class the first time, a different one the second time, etc? Did you end up taking the same class more than once?

Thanks in advance for your answers!

1. According to the Apartment Company's website, apartment sizes range from 583-1216 square feet.

2. All Disneyland Resort Casual Temporary Cast Members must be fully available during Peak Attendance Periods, defined as the following:

• Spring Break (March-April)
• Summer (May/June-September)
• Thanksgiving Week
• Christmas (December)

Unlike their counterparts in Florida, Disneyland Resort Casual Temporary Cast Members are generally not eligible to pick up shifts outside of these defined time frames.

3. I do believe that you'll be fine in casual attire, as long as your overall apperance is in accordance with The Disney Look.

4. Dangly earings are generally prohibited. When in doubt as to aspects of The Disney Look, Cast Members are encouraged to aim for a professional, traditional look that avoids extremes in fashions.

5. The Disney Look policy on Hair Confinement and Acessories are as follows:

•A plain barrette, comb or clip no larger than one inch (approximately 2.5 cm) wide and four inches (approximately 10 cm) long is acceptable. Headbands, hair ribbons or “scrunchies” are acceptable provided that they are no wider than one inch (2.5 cm).

• All accessories must be a neutral color (silver, gold, tortoiseshell, black, clear or pearl) or a solid color that matches the costume.

• No more than three small barrettes or combs may be worn at once.

• Hair accessories are for the express purpose of holding the hair away from the face and may not be worn as a decorative addition to the costume.

6. In all honesty, I've never seen anyone repeat a California-Site CP. Most DLR CPs who do another Program generally end up at WDW.

I have a question. I'm LDS(a Mormon) and I don't like to work Sundays so I'm wondering if I'd be able to get them all off while I'm there. I know it's a weekend and those are peak times, but don't most people want Saturdays off not Sunday?

You can submit a request to your Scheduler. However, all requests are just that and cannot be guranteed. Particularly for weekends, it is preferred to give those days off to Full Time and Casual Regular Cast Members who want them before giving them to Casual Temporary or College & International Program Cast Members.

 

[spring2010er]

How do I get the countdowns and cute stuff to put on my bullitens

 

[KBelle5]

Thanks glendalais! I don't have all the booklets yet (I get them after I arrive), so that helps immensely.

In all honesty, I've never seen anyone repeat a California-Site CP. Most DLR CPs who do another Program generally end up at WDW.

I would like to end up at WDW. I'm happy and excited to go to DLR, but my first choice would have been to go to WDW. I should have done my applications in a different order.

Thanks again!

 

[bjt223]

Can we convert CT to CR? if so, how? and how long could I expect to hear from them if I got it? Thanks, and happy new year!

 

[glendalais]

Can we convert CT to CR? if so, how? and how long could I expect to hear from them if I got it? Thanks, and happy new year!

Yes, Casual Temporary Cast Members are eligible to apply for conversion into a Casual Regular role.

At the Disneyland Resort, you would need to submit a request to Cast Scheduling. All requests are considered based upon Business and Labor needs. CT Cast Members who apply while working will generally have a response by the end of that current season.

At the Walt Disney World Resort, you would need to submit a request to Florida-Site Internal Casting. Requests for conversion into a Unionized Position are based on Seniority, and on Business and Labor needs for Non-Union positions. Cast Members are automatically transferred on a ongoing basis as positions become available.

How do I get the countdowns and cute stuff to put on my bullitens

A wide variety of sources are available here.

 

[Berlioz70]

4. I understand the earring policy except it didn't mention anything about dangly earrings. I'm assuming they should not detract or I should just stick to small posts, but is there a clear policy on this?

I'm not positive, but I think I read/heard that you can have earrings up to a size of a quarter... so that would allow for some dangle, but not a lot.

 

[Savvy55]

I have a question. I'm LDS(a Mormon) and I don't like to work Sundays so I'm wondering if I'd be able to get them all off while I'm there. I know it's a weekend and those are peak times, but don't most people want Saturdays off not Sunday?

You usually don't have the opportunity for a preference of days off, but in my experience once you get a schedule it is usually pretty consistent. But it all depends on the location and managers and what not. From what I remember, you might have the chance to request Sundays off because it is for religious purposes. They can't discriminate because of it. I would say you have a fair shot of getting Sundays off.

Hope that helps! Good luck!

 

[kateymcg]

Is there anywhere I can go to set up direct deposit with Disney if I haven't started my program yet, or do I have to wait until my session starts to do that?

Also, I'm doing the princess half marathon in March and will need to figure out a way to get to the event from CP housing. Does the CP transportation run all night, or how exactly does that work? If not, will they provide transportation from CP housing or will I need to get to one of the resorts to get to the event?

 

[KBelle5]

I'm not positive, but I think I read/heard that you can have earrings up to a size of a quarter... so that would allow for some dangle, but not a lot.

I read that too, but I'm surprised they would say a quarter, because that seems really big to me! I'll probably end up playing it safe and wear small studs to work and danglys on my own time.

 

[Berlioz70]

Is there anywhere I can go to set up direct deposit with Disney if I haven't started my program yet, or do I have to wait until my session starts to do that?

You have to wait until you have HUB access. And as a heads up, you can only set up Direct Deposit when you are on Disney property, you wont be able to do it from your apartment. So take your bank information (check stub) with you when you start your on-the-job training so your trainer can help you set it up.

Also, I'm doing the princess half marathon in March and will need to figure out a way to get to the event from CP housing. Does the CP transportation run all night, or how exactly does that work? If not, will they provide transportation from CP housing or will I need to get to one of the resorts to get to the event?

When I did the program in Fall 08 MK was the only bus that ran 24 hours. If you need transportation outside the time of the buses you can call the bus company and they will bring a bus/van for you (my roommate did it all the time because she opened DAK costuming at 4:00 am). I'm not sure if that has to be for work only, or if they'll help you get to the marathon.

 

[kateymcg]

Anyone know if CP'ers are allowed to do the regular performer auditions that are posted on the casting website, or are we only permitted to do the CP auditions that are held across the country?

Also, does anyone know if the apartments have a TV and DVD player in the living room or anywhere in the apartment?

 

[kateymcg]

I have really pale skin and am concerned about whether or not it will pose a problem with my role (custodial). I burn extremely easily. Most of the time it is manageable but I am concerned that it will be a problem since I'll be exposed so much. If it does become a problem, would recruiting be willing to work with me on getting an indoors role or working on scheduling me at times when the sun isn't so intense?

 

[Toffy]

Also, does anyone know if the apartments have a TV and DVD player in the living room or anywhere in the apartment?

Nope, we have to bring our own. We do however get free cable.

 

[Berlioz70]

Anyone know if CP'ers are allowed to do the regular performer auditions that are posted on the casting website, or are we only permitted to do the CP auditions that are held across the country?

Also, does anyone know if the apartments have a TV and DVD player in the living room or anywhere in the apartment?

If you're looking to audition for the CP you have to attend a specified CP audition. If you're on the CP you are not eligible to audition for the equity roles since you would have to terminate your CP contract to transfer and that would make you non-rehire-able. Of course, you could audition for Equity and say that your available starting date is after your CP, that might work.

No, there are no TV or DVD players at the apartments.

I have really pale skin and am concerned about whether or not it will pose a problem with my role (custodial). I burn extremely easily. Most of the time it is manageable but I am concerned that it will be a problem since I'll be exposed so much. If it does become a problem, would recruiting be willing to work with me on getting an indoors role or working on scheduling me at times when the sun isn't so intense?

If you are unable to do a role at Disney for medical reasons they should be able to relocate you.

 

[Simple_Motions]

I have a question about health insurence. Do you HAVE to have it? and if so, do you NEED to have it by the time you get to Disney? A few of us got Emails and we were wondering about this.

 

[Scully12]

I have really pale skin and am concerned about whether or not it will pose a problem with my role (custodial). I burn extremely easily. Most of the time it is manageable but I am concerned that it will be a problem since I'll be exposed so much. If it does become a problem, would recruiting be willing to work with me on getting an indoors role or working on scheduling me at times when the sun isn't so intense?

Bring lots of sunscreen to work with high SPF.

The custodial costumes I knew had a straw hat option that will be nice and shady for your face. You can always where long sleeves under your costume to protect your arms.

 

[Berlioz70]

I have a question about health insurence. Do you HAVE to have it? and if so, do you NEED to have it by the time you get to Disney? A few of us got Emails and we were wondering about this.

I do not remember anything about Disney requiring Health Insurance. I had it, but I never showed them or had to provide documentation. However, you are required to have car insurance if you bring a car. You must have that documentation in order to get your parking decal.

 

[Pure_Imagination]

I've asked about wearing boots to work before, but I just thought...would it be okay to wear short boots to traditions and the classes? The heel is not very tall, and the boots go up to just above the ankle.