The Official Fall/Fall Advantage 2010 Thread!

[heyhowdyhey]

im really hoping to get into fa 2010 im getting more anxious. im hoping to get either character performer or attractions since i have had attractions experience at another theme park and a little character experience i guess.

 

[emporiumgirl06]

Hey guys! I am apply for fall as well! the wait is killing me hopefully applications come up next week or too!!

 

[BabyPiglet]

Also, the earlier you apply the more choices you have for arrival dates, right?

I was reading an old entry of mine, and it said 'I really can't decide between fall and fall advantage, so it's a good thing there's still 9 months until I apply.' HA!

...9 months later and I still can't decide. I'm seriously thinking of using the always reliable 'eeny meeny miney mo' trick.

 

[QueenofPrideRock]

Also, the earlier you apply the more choices you have for arrival dates, right?

I was reading an old entry of mine, and it said 'I really can't decide between fall and fall advantage, so it's a good thing there's still 9 months until I apply.' HA!

...9 months later and I still can't decide. I'm seriously thinking of using the always reliable 'eeny meeny miney mo' trick.

I think the June FA arrival date would be an excellent choice, actually...

 

[DisneyGirl421]

I think the June FA arrival date would be an excellent choice, actually...

I concur.


...this wait is killing me. Why can't the applications come out like NOW?

 

[KiSsMySaSs89]

Also, the earlier you apply the more choices you have for arrival dates, right?

I was reading an old entry of mine, and it said 'I really can't decide between fall and fall advantage, so it's a good thing there's still 9 months until I apply.' HA!

...9 months later and I still can't decide. I'm seriously thinking of using the always reliable 'eeny meeny miney mo' trick.

I say go with Fall Advantage. If you pick fall and you want to stay longer, you may or may not be able to extend for one reason or another. So go ahead and pick Advantage.

 

[Zocha]

I think the June FA arrival date would be an excellent choice, actually...

Agreed.

I would like to choose June arrival simply because I graduate in May and would rather move in one swoop.
Plus my birthday is in June and would love to be at Disney already (and see La Nouba ).

Can you extend if you choose advantage? Or is it already considered extended because you arrive earlier. (I hope that makes sense...)

 

[DisPrincessJen]

I would assume you can still extend your cp whether you choose fall or fall advantage, but I don't know.

 

[Melinda22]

I'm excited for applications! I am really hoping to get a PI. But if not, I will do the CP and try again for a PI in the spring. Either way, I'm excited to get to Disney!

My top roles are:

1)BBB
2)Character Performer
3)Costuming
4)Attractions
5)Merchandise

Even though I don't have salon experience, I am hoping they give me a chance with BBB. When I used to teach dance, I would do all the kid's makeup and hair for performances. Even now, when I come home from school, they call me to see if I can come in to help because I was good with the kids. I figure if I can put liquid eyeliner on a wiggling 3 year old who is half crying, I could learn to do this job!

I really want to be a performer but I'm 5'5. So I'm trying to keep my expectations realistic.

The only thing that might stop me from doing the CP is money. I just need to make sure I can pay my car insurance, my cell phone, and my student loan payments will kick in in November. But I have a good chunk saved up that will hopefully allow me to do it.

 

[BabyPiglet]

I think the June FA arrival date would be an excellent choice, actually...

Of course you would.

I concur.


...this wait is killing me. Why can't the applications come out like NOW?

More like YESTERDAY! I feel like I can't wait for one more second.

I feel that this is a really bad sign for any future waiting I'll have to do, lol.

 

[kmg148]

I'm excited for applications! I am really hoping to get a PI. But if not, I will do the CP and try again for a PI in the spring. Either way, I'm excited to get to Disney!

My top roles are:

1)BBB
2)Character Performer
3)Costuming
4)Attractions
5)Merchandise

Even though I don't have salon experience, I am hoping they give me a chance with BBB. When I used to teach dance, I would do all the kid's makeup and hair for performances. Even now, when I come home from school, they call me to see if I can come in to help because I was good with the kids. I figure if I can put liquid eyeliner on a wiggling 3 year old who is half crying, I could learn to do this job!

I really want to be a performer but I'm 5'5. So I'm trying to keep my expectations realistic.

The only thing that might stop me from doing the CP is money. I just need to make sure I can pay my car insurance, my cell phone, and my student loan payments will kick in in November. But I have a good chunk saved up that will hopefully allow me to do it.

We're totally on the same page!

I'm going full force for a PI.

I thought about the money too. I too have to pay car insurance and loans! And I need benefits!

 

[MaryPoppins86]

Agreed.

I would like to choose June arrival simply because I graduate in May and would rather move in one swoop.
Plus my birthday is in June and would love to be at Disney already (and see La Nouba ).

Can you extend if you choose advantage? Or is it already considered extended because you arrive earlier. (I hope that makes sense...)

the answer to your questions is: yes. you can extend from an advantage program. but your departure extention date has to be before your arrive advantage date. you can't be on the program for more than 1 year. in other words if you check in May 20th, towards the end of your program you decide to extend. your new check out date has to be before the 20th of May.

 

[Melinda22]

We're totally on the same page!

I'm going full force for a PI.

I thought about the money too. I too have to pay car insurance and loans! And I need benefits!

Awesome! What PIs are you thinking about applying for?

 

[kmg148]

Awesome! What PIs are you thinking about applying for?

Just Guest Relations. Possibly Services for Guests with Disabilities, but I'm leaning just for the one. I'm know I'm most qualified for the one versus other PI's, and I rather show my dedication and desire for the one position.

What about you?

 

[lala88]

Hi everyone. I was not sure if I wanted to apply for the fall but I decided that I really want to. I applied for the spring but didn't get in and I was heart broken but I think that I need to try again. I defiantly feel that I didn't pick enough roles the first time out and I just went back through and picked out many more. My top roles now are: Attractions, Custodial, Full service food and beverage, and merchandise. My big problem last time I think is that I did not pick full service because I have worked in the same restaurant for almost 5 years. Also custodial because it is one that they need a lot of people and I am willing to do it. In total I have picked out 11. Crossing my fingers now!

 

[QueenofPrideRock]

I'm excited for applications! I am really hoping to get a PI. But if not, I will do the CP and try again for a PI in the spring. Either way, I'm excited to get to Disney!

My top roles are:

1)BBB
2)Character Performer
3)Costuming
4)Attractions
5)Merchandise

Even though I don't have salon experience, I am hoping they give me a chance with BBB. When I used to teach dance, I would do all the kid's makeup and hair for performances. Even now, when I come home from school, they call me to see if I can come in to help because I was good with the kids. I figure if I can put liquid eyeliner on a wiggling 3 year old who is half crying, I could learn to do this job!

I really want to be a performer but I'm 5'5. So I'm trying to keep my expectations realistic.

The only thing that might stop me from doing the CP is money. I just need to make sure I can pay my car insurance, my cell phone, and my student loan payments will kick in in November. But I have a good chunk saved up that will hopefully allow me to do it.

Make sure you mention everything you just said about BBB in your interview - you might have a great shot!

 

[Melinda22]

Just Guest Relations. Possibly Services for Guests with Disabilities, but I'm leaning just for the one. I'm know I'm most qualified for the one versus other PI's, and I rather show my dedication and desire for the one position.

What about you?

My number one position is an Engineering PI in Interior Design. However, I spoke with someone within the department and they said that IF they take an intern, they usually only have one. So, I need to keep my options open

I am basically looking at other design focused PIs like Disney Design Group.

There are also some Alumni only positions (like event planning) that I am interested in. So if I don't get a PI this time around, I'll have more options open after I do the CP.

 

[Melinda22]

Make sure you mention everything you just said about BBB in your interview - you might have a great shot!

Thanks! I am crossing my fingers! I do love kids and have a lot of experience working with them. Hopefully my interviewer likes me

 

[naoboo]

Hi there! My name's Deborah, and I've been lurking these boards for a few days now, looking up everything I can on the CP. I figured it was about time I poked my head up and said "hi!"

I'm currently a Senior in college majoring in Graphic Design and will (hopefully) graduate in May, so this is my only shot at doing to CP. I almost applied for my Junior year, but decided to do a semester long study abroad instead. At the time, I thought I was giving up on doing the CP at all, but my roommate told me we could apply for the semester after we graduate, and I got super excited! Yay for second chances!

My top three roles I want to apply for are Attractions, Merchandise, and PhotoPass, but I'll take anything that will get me into the program. I'm also going to try my best to get a PI as well, and if that doesn't work out, I'll probably extend the program for as long as possible.

All that said, I think it would be cool to get to know some more Fall '10 CP hopefuls. And best of luck to all of us!

 

[KiSsMySaSs89]

My top three roles I want to apply for are Attractions, Merchandise, and PhotoPass, but I'll take anything that will get me into the program.

Those are my top three roles too! I forgot to mention that before I think lol. But I'm the same as you. I'll take whatever they give me.