“By design, the Doom Buggies point the guests in the right direction to get the best experience… As a Disney Rep, we’re tasked with pointing our media in the right direction, so they get the best experience at Walt Disney World.” As a result, he’s able to build fulfilling relationships not only with media but with cast members who work for The Walt Disney Company in all capacities. And from the launch of the Disney Wish for the Disney Cruise Line to the premiere of “Toy Story 3,” he’s had plenty of opportunities to be a part of the magic.īeing a Disney Rep is similar to the role of a Doom Buggy on the Haunted Mansion, John explains. “Immediately after that experience, my first step was ‘When is the next event?’” he shared. John, a recent Legacy recipient, is currently in his 18 th year with The Walt Disney Company, and supplementing his role as an Associate Manager with Professional Recruitment with media events allows him to make magic a little differently.įrom his first media event in 2007 - the premiere of “High School Musical 2” at Disneyland Resort - John says he has never looked back. Recently, each had the opportunity to share their unique journeys with the program.įor John Stephenson, being a Disney Rep at Walt Disney World Resort is an incredibly rewarding experience. From opening attractions, launching new campaigns and debuting new ships, these cast members help the media gather content for their stories.Ī passion for what they do unites both John Stephenson and Manny Contreras, Disney Reps on opposite sides of the country. From Walt Disney World Resort to Disneyland Resort, this group of cast members steps away from their day-to-day roles for a short time and goes behind-the-scenes to host media and spread a little pixie dust. Being a Disney Representative (Rep) is one of those unique “only at Disney” opportunities where cast members have the opportunity to host media during press events, including broadcast, radio, social, print and online.
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