What Working For Disney Was REALLY Like | From VIP Tours To Merchandise
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- long video today, but thats because we have a lot to talk about. A Disney cast member story video today, my journey, what cast member roles I had and of course Disney vip tours fun! This what is was like to work for Disney In a way, I could get more detailed on each role, however I don't want to go into to much detail simply because It's my former employer and I would never talk bad nor give away any Disney secrets. Obviously I did quit my Disney job awhile ago, here is sort of a look at a day in the life of a cast member. I close look at what it is like to work for Disney AND my experiences.
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“Working for Disney is not all roses and butterflies.”
That true with working for any company.
I used to work for Comcast -- can tell you some stories that would make your hair stand up on your arms...
@@Steve_in_NJ spill
It's because he was a really shitty employee. I worked right beside him and watched him break literally every single rule. Not any one at work actually enjoyed working with him. I'm actually surprised he wasn't outright fired.
Wonderful insight. Thanks for sharing
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@@Steve_in_NJ I work for a biotechnology company that does not show up on any google maps or have much info. Pretty sketch if you ask me. I just needed some work I didn't really think about what they did😅
My mom and I got to meet you when you were working merchandise and you were so nice to talk with us and take pictures and make a video for my niece. You definitely added some Disney magic to our trip, cast members like you are so appreciated by us!
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Great advice about leaving for better opportunities. The days when workers were rewarded for loyalty and longevity are pretty much a thing of the past in any company.
Good lookin' dude. He's like pseudo Disney Prince.
A closeted gay one
@@kennethdesmondmosley1075 you know that how? In any case whether he is or isn't what's the problem with it? What's the shitty and disrespectful attitude towards him 4? That was a totally unnecessary comment.
Grow up.
@@kennethdesmondmosley1075 Rude
I worked at Disney during high school and college. I started two months after opening. My first job was as a Monorail Operator for 3.5 years. I was the youngest in the Monorail position, at 17. I was selected, along with five others, as opening trainers and leads at Space Mountain. We arrived in September 1974, four months before the official opening on January 15, 1975. It was still a construction site. We wrote an SOP, qualified ourselves, and then Tomorrowland management. We had to train about 180 cast members before opening. I stayed there for one year. A friend who had been an hourly Monorail Operator was now a Tomorrowland Supervisor. She suggested I might want to go to work for her brother, who was the Manager of Cash Control. I was a teller and Vault Teller.
I left in April 1979 to begin a 37-year career at American Airlines.
Now, forty-six years later, on December 24, 2023, I received a Christmas card from my friends at Disney.
You're great Kyle. I was a VIP guide at Disneyland in 70's as well as entertainment. Opened EPCOT in 83!
Your video was so interesting, I wish it was longer. Lol I love that you didnt bash Disney for your expectations. Every job has its disappointments and tasks that no one wants to do. Stay safe.
Thank you, Cast Members, for making every visit to Disneyland I ever made MAGICAL.
I think I’m going to apply for the College Program! Thanks for this video! It was a huge help :)
(I made it)
U made a cute cast member I would be guest that kept asking you for help. U can open the mansion doors for me any time so hurry back, hurry back, hurry back. N all jobs no matter what they or even ppl like that r not all what they seem.
I love how honest this was!!! It all sounds like such an amazing experience!🥺🤧
I made it....and I can honestly say, your video was so entertaining and interesting, the time flew by. Wishing you continued success with this TH-cam career and best wishes in future endeavors!
That was a really nice video without giving away the Disney secrets! Your customer service skills will help you in ant job you ever have. Don’t ever loose the magic.
I was CP in 2000. Loved it. My roommate and I wanted to stay. The best advice came from my area manager who told me to get my degree first then come back. I was kind of disappointed she didn’t jump up and down for me to stay but she was right. My sister in law worked for Disney Corporate and said it was extremely difficult to move up. I hope the CP comes back someday - it was the best experience of my life.
My daughter was in the last class of DCP. She was so upset that it ended so soon. because she loved her job. She worked at the Christmas store and at the Haunted Mansion gift store.
It's funny that I found this video because you actually helped me find a sandwich one time and were extremely kind. We were in Hollywood studios and you told me the place to go was one of the resorts that were connected to the Skyliner. It was a pretty delicious sandwich and I never would have thought to go there
Thank you Kyle, for your honesty. I feel like I saw the real you for the first time. Your dreams and drive are impressive and shows me you are the hardest worker in the room. Keep on keeping on. Love you, Kyle😊👍✌❤
You certainly got lucky
Being a Haunted Mansion CM is pretty much the coolest attraction CM role at MK. I mean, who wouldn't want to be one of the 999 happy haunts?
I must admit when this came across my feed yesterday I refused to click on it... because I don't want to hear anything bad about Disney... I am planing my first ever Disney experience soon and I want it to be beautiful in my heart and mind... so to see that you loved it and you have nothing really bad to say makes my heart very happy... Thank You!!!
Listen I’m a supervisor for a government agency and my son works at Disneyland. Trust me I’d rather be him. That’s all I’m say 🤷🏾♀️🤷🏾♀️ lol 😂 Thanks 🙏🏾 for sharing.
thanks for this! I've always dreamed of working at Disney , and this put it in a good light but also reality...i probably should have started when i was younger...
Thank you so much for sharing your journey in Disney . You showed it in a positive light , but you are telling us some of the reality of the position. I have a cousin who worked for Disney from the mid 70s to 2008. She started as a Monorail operator and finished in Casting. I think she met her husband there. He worked as a chef in Biengarten. They did not choose to leave, they were laid off in 2008 during the economic slowdown at the time. I am happy you were and still are pursuing a career that you have a passion for. Nothing worse than to be in a job that you hate and dread everyday. I know, I have been there. Again, thank you for sharing. Looking forward to your next vlog and enjoy yourself in my home away from home, Saratoga Springs.
A lot of ppl do meet their significant other here working at Disney
Casting is a good job to have here at Disney
My daughter did the college program in fall of 2019 and finished Jan 1 2020 and then Covid hit so she was so happy she did take the position and not delay it a semester. She got her dream job as well! She got costuming.
I respect this video. I can appreciate it in that, we all want to chase the dream, but to really succeed you gotta chase that paycheck. Really good video Kyle and very well written. Thank you for the insight and the honesty. Looking forward to seeing more of these.
Haunted Mansion has got up be one of the coolest attractions to work at! Our daughter was a CP & ended up staying after 2 extended programs & became an employee. Nice video? So glad to see it was a good experience for you.
Starts all the way back in the distant year of 2017... God Covid has killed our perception of time...
my husband is a CM at corporate (IT) and it's the first company he's told me he wants to retire in. We love disney. I'm forever grateful to them. I think it's a bit easier to work your way up on the corporate end but it probably depends on your department/manager/position.
Sounds like my future dream job, hoping I can get there some day but I have no idea where to start. (I'm already in the it career field in the military rn)
My Aunt has worked for Disney for 32 plus years. She loves it! But everyone has to do what is best for them. Side note..... I personally think you would make an amazing prince charming at Disney.
I love the Haunted Mansion! I have the girl on a tight rope tattooed on my thigh!
Also I did the Keys to the Kingdom tour and it was amazing, as a person who went for Theatre Design seeing "backstage" was my favorite part.
YOU HAD SAID THAT A CAST MEMBER COULD GET FIRED TAKING A TIP $CASH, IN MY LINE OF WORK SO COULD I, BUT I HAVE HAD CUSTOMERS GIVE PREPAID GIFT CARDS IE STARBUCKS AND PP VISAS THIS IS WHERE WE CAN TAKE THE GRATUITY, WOULD THAT BE ACCEPTABLE THERE?
No, just like Kroger. Employees are not allowed to take any form of “tip”. If it’s literally forced upon you, you are required to give it to a person in charge. Not sure what they then do with it
If you want a tip, try not typing in all caps 😂
21 mins isn’t long! I could listen to experiences working at WDW for hours! I wish you had had the opportunity to work VIP Tours longer.
Away we go (away we go),
it’s a Festival of Fantasy! Beauty and majesty, shining magically! Dreams that glow (dreams that glow), wondrous, dazzling brilliantly. So, away we go. It’s a Festival of Fantasy!
That parade's lyrics are so catchy, being the parade control is quite a fun job
I sang that in my mind!
Wait. Bob? Are you the real Mr Chapek?
i work at the winnipeg jets arena go jets! in winnipeg...
Working at the Haunted Mansion seems to have a similar vibe to working at Pirates of the Caribbean which I did at Disneyland Paris. Working a classic attraction like that is so special! Great video!
My daughter did the cp twice. Her last one ended late Jan 2020. She was a lifeguard both times. She was at different resorts both times. She loved it! 2nd time was after finishing her degree. She struggled with whether or not to stay, mostly because she loves Disney so much. She's got a good job now working testing blood in a lab. A bit different from Disney....but still in the medicalish field. Her degree is in biology. (More lab than physical)
Mansion is one of my favorite ride of all time. Right after going to Starbucks I walk down main St all I to ride and drink my Starbucks while in the line r hide it in my bag. I missed disneyland so much. My bday is March 31st n I hope for a magical bday.
I have the same birthday as you happy birthday the haunted mansion is one of my favorites too
Amazing video! You took me back in memories to my 3 CPS’ back in 2015-16 2017 and 2018-19. You made me want to go back to work for Disney again hahaha! I always think about the fact of “backstage ruining the magic” and at least for me, experiencing backstage it was actually a privilege to know where actually all the magic begins, and that is priceless and absolutely magical.
It was hard work, I worked as a Cast Member in their Internship program when they had both options then you could do the college program or the non-college one, the hours were crazy, but I enjoyed my time there.
Loved hearing about your Disney journey and that you have a lot of good things to say about the company! ✨✨✨
First line 😴😴😴😴😴😴😪😪😪 there's ENDLESS CONTROVERSY that needs to be discussed. Why use your platform to GLORIFY a business that literally makes billions and don't blink an eye when their employees are homeless and ruining their physical health
Was CP as well. Because I was a lifeguard, we got plenty of hours if we wanted them. I got overtime on occasion and even double time once. Any job can be a mixed bag, but it was a very cool experience and I learned a lot.
you look so dapper in your haunted mansion costume
Ok, so it was a video where you weren’t showing your wonderfully hairy chest, but it was a fascinating insight into working for the Disney company. An old friend of mine worked for them here in the U.K. many years ago and he said it was the worst experience of his life. Thinking about it now, if anyone seemed less suited to working for Disney, then it was probably him. By the way, is it true that you have to sign some sort of non disclosure agreement when you’re employed by Disney? I vaguely remember hearing or reading somewhere that you have too. I’m pleased to see that in your video, although you never criticised the company, you did mention a few not so good points about being an employee, which shows they’re just like any other employer. Really enjoyed the video and it’s clear you enjoyed your time with the company. You come across as a really nice guy in your videos, which is why I enjoy watching them.
We’re you ever “Chris” from Orlando!?! My daughter loves when we see that as APs!!!
meanwhile when i was working there, i was never not on overtime 😅
I loved my college program. Did merchandise in studios in 2006 and it was the best job ever and made so many life long friends
Thank you for sharing your experience. My son wants to do the CP so bad. Hopefully it will come back soon. I loved working for Disney at the stores & hope to "retire" to WDW some day. Love your videos! Thanks again!
Great video.Kyle! I was a VIP Tour guide in 96/97 and a MKGR host on my college program. Best time ever!
I love this video! LOVE all the info! And I LOVE your encouraging and positive words about gaining experience, bettering yourself, etc. Great insight! Best wishes for all the success you desire!
I try to do the disney college program I had the phone interview but bc of my other job I did not get selected bc they needed me to be full plus I really didn't have to get to OC bc I don't drive.
My dream is to retire move to Orlando and be friends with Fairy Godmother. 💫
You’d be great at that
While u doing please tell tiana I said hi lol.
Hi Tiana
You have just mentioned VIP Tours. I did go on a VIP tour with friends and family. I think it costs $7,000 for about 8 hours. It is just like you explained.
Hi Kyle! I know this is an older video, but I recently discovered you. I too applied for the CP at Walt Disney World; I was accepted and about to go but my only hang up was not doing something I wanted to do, so I turned it down… this was back in 2004. In the interview I asked them where about I would be placed & they said probably ride operator, but I wanted to work in the sports center. The sports center was closer to my field/degree I was pursuing at the time. So yeah, I didn’t go. I am glad it worked out for you.
Did working there ruin what magic? Adults do realize there is no magic, right? What do they mean by magic exactly? Maybe I’m missing something.
Thank you for the glimpse into working at Disney. I would think just having Disney in your resume will be a benefit in whatever job you apply for. Thank you for the tip on not tipping the cast members and handing them a " thank you card " instead. They add so much to the enjoyment of my visit to the parks and Disney resorts.
The possible plus/advantage of having Disney on your resume varies greatly due to various factors. The role you held, the time in that role and the geographic location of where the position you are applying to, all matter. In central FL, those that can list Disney employment on their resume is a dime a dozen. There are literally thousands upon thousands of residents in central FL that can do so. Therefore it is not that impressive unless you held a very high upper level position. Disney employment listed on a resume for someone applying for a position outside FL, generally holds much greater weight One advantage of having Disney employment on your resume for a local hourly or entry level positions is: if a stable and established employment record is evident, it is a definite positive because it is well known that when you work for Disney-----You work ! I have been a full time WDW cast member for almost 10 years. I have worked in both parks and resorts in various depts. I can honestly say it is the most unique employment experience you can have. It has it's definite pros and cons. Even the difference from working at parks vs resort is huge. The difference between seeing Disney through the eyes of a guest vs an employee is also huge. But it's an experience that I would not trade for the world and I'm so grateful to have. When my grandchildren, who will tell you that I work for Mickey, lol, give me messages to rely to their favorite characters---because they KNOW I work with them!!!!! It makes everything in balance.
Question ..How hard is it or not to apply at Disney World now! By the way my coworker recommended you cause your funny and well knowing about Disney! Oh even if you don't work for Disney Do you still get in the parks free???
No culture difference I'm brazilian he was just rude and probably jealous 😅😅😅
Hey Kyle, great video, lots of information. You have been doing a great job with the daily videos. Thank you for giving me a little bit of Disney each and every day. ♥️🙂♥️. PS - I made it! 😉
Hi Terry 😃
@@WeimpuppyFan Hi Cheryl! 😊
For a time , I was concurrently a Disney cwstmember, vendor, and stockholder.
Interesting, I worked at Disneyland back in 2003-2005 and they discounted all the food for cast members.
DISNEY TREATS CAST MEMBERS WAY BETTER THAT MOST COMPANYS EMPLOYEES. I WORK AT WDW IN THE EARLY 80s. ENJOYED IT GREATLY! LOVED EVERYTHING I DID AT WDW, LOVED THE HOURS AND ALL THE FRIENDS I MADE AT WORK! NETWORKING IN THE COMPANY IS KEY FOR YOUR PERSONAL GOALS AT THE DISNEY COMPANY! ALTHOUGH I LEFT AND MOVED ON TO A FABULOUS CORPORATE CAREER WITH ANOTHER LARGE COMPANY ILL NEVER FORGET MY TWO YEARS AT THE DISNEY COMPANY. I LOVED EVERY DAY OF IT! THE PERKS WERE GREAT BACK THEN TOO, ALTHOUGH FROM WHAT I HEAR MANY CHANGES HAVE TAKEN PLACE LIKE MOST COMPANIES OVER TIME. I REMEMBER VISITING WDW MANY YEARS LATER AND SEE COWORKERS I HAD WORKED WITH STILL WORKING THERE. KIND OF SHOCKED ME BUT I REALIZE EVERYONE HAS DIFFERENT GOALS IN LIFE WHEN IT COMES TO WORKING AND CAREER CHOICES. ONE OF THE BEST COMPANY TO WORK FOR REGARDLESS WHAT ONE DOES! POSITIVE, UPBEAT, YOU BECOME PART OF THE DISNEY TEAM!
I made it! So sorry COVID ruined VIP Tours for you☹️. I didn’t know the tours were what the guests wanted to do/see. If/ when you return to Tours imma book with you!😉🥰
Loved this video.....such a great look into the realities of working for Disney! Thanks for sharing.....Enjoy Saratoga💕
Thank you just left Saratoga
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Okay I will Bob Iger and Bob Chapek are about to cut out the middle class and the poor the introduction Disney Genie and Disney Genie Plus along with lightning Lanes let's not forget about how much it cost you to pay for your if you are an annual passholder let's not forget how much it's going to cost you each year to pay for that and if you're going to be a DVC member oh that's a whole nother level of getting messed over plus buying Disney food and Disney merchandise way too expensive already and yet Bob Chapek a new version Michael Eisner but at least Michael Eisner treat everybody better
Just found this channel today and subscribed as soon as because I love it! Looks so interesting
Sounds like a horrible place to work. I simply don't get the Disney experience other than a place to flash your money for junk and the " look at me "moments. It was fun as a child so do understand that but the park has changed and is worse now with the long lines and overpriced garbage. I really don't understand how people have that much money to flush in an economy that is as bad as ours.
I wouldn't care if the place burned.
I see this video is a year old but it just came up in my home feed. Wanted to let you know that I really enjoyed it! It was fun to hear about your experiences
So did you ever work Mickeys Not So Scary Halloween Party....Before?
I made it! This was such an interesting video - thank you for sharing your experience with us! X
I MADE IT
Let me know all about your VIP DAYS! I
come from Uni Tours and am trying to get in.
I made it. As a former cast member from the late 90's it seems things haven't changed too much. You got 2 of my dream jobs (mansion and VIP), but I really loved working The Great Movie Ride. Thanks for sharing! Remember kids, it is not WHAT you know, but WHO you know!
I worked at WDW 1994 - 1998. They were one of the best Companies I worked for. We could swap comp tickets for Busch Gardens, Sea World, and Universal tickets. They paid a great wage for Orlando cost of living. Schedules were flexible. The management and supervisors were top notch. I could work 30 hours if I wanted time with family or friends, or I could work 80+ hours by picking up shifts. They paid overtime after 8 hours, then double time after 16 hours, and continued double time if there were less than 8 hours between shifts. IT WAS AWESOME!
Disneyland specifically I can’t speak for WDW does discount food for their cast!
i was a DCP back in 2010, DAK Asia Merch... absolute worst job of my life 🤭 lmao BUT i still love Disney and love it even more as a guest. you’ve got a new subscriber here! 👋🏻
I'm so glad you did a video like this. Sounds like the coolest experience ever. Thanks for sharing.
I work at Disney's Hollywood studios i have been there for 12 years in backstage services custodial
I happened upon this video and glad I watched. I need to get son to watch it. He wants to work at Disney himself, after he turns 18 in a few months. We go several times a month, being local and AP holders. He eats, breathes and sleeps Disney.
I would like to be the CEO of Disney.
Mark Raymond Frisby Jr.
12$/h is slavery. Especially for a job like that. Disney has the money for 24$/h
I appreciate everything you do Kyle!!
I wonder if you still have that samurai sword you bought in 2021 I think
I am disappointed, I wanted to here bashing. Going back to my hate cave.
What was name of job category for Disney land for hunted mention?
Thanks for sharing your experience at wdw. I love that place and this is the first time I can hear the stories from a cast member.
Can disney provide h1b visa for work. I have virtual interview on 1 june
Does Debbie Stone and her picture happen to be in the logbook you mentioned previously?
I don’t even like Disney and I’m glued to my screen, may be your eye balls tho, very handsome
✨ Whispering ✨ ( What size shirts does Kyle P. Wear guys?) 👀😄
Great video, so cool to hear all the information and stories! I got to meet you while you worked in merchandise! also “I made it” :)
Honestly as a former dcp (spring 2020 rip), this video gave me such comfort. I’ve missed working there so much! I hope to go back one day and work again. Thank you for making this video😌
Ya know these good looking guys that work at Disney get to f k tinkerbelle and snow white!! And belle
Are you talking about Cheryl Boza?!?! If so, I freaking love love love her!!!!
Leelee! Yes he is. :)
@@WeimpuppyFan OMG! HELLO LOVELY! I MISS YOU! 💜🤟🏾✨
I made it! Thanks for sharing Kyle! I’m a college student who lives in New York and I’ve really been wanting to do the DCP so thanks for all the info!❤️
So interesting! Thanks for sharing. I had a roommate in college that worked at Hollywood Studios and she loved it. I was always jealous but didn’t want to drive from UCF to Disney.
I made it!!
See you always come up with new content and it’s interesting what you went through and what Disney is like but I’m happy you had a wonderful time at Disney and happy that you’re enjoying what you’re doing now love you onto the next
Kyle loved your vlog from volcano bay yesturday you are so funny i was in stiches from your vlog
You are the cutest man alive
I made it! Thank you for giving us your insight! I have always wanted to work there.❤️
Great video Kyle. What is the average tip from guests on a private VIP tour?