Jess, Minneapolis asked Kim Wheeler, Abbott AddedMonday, February 8, 2016 at 9:17 PM becoming an Imagineer Greetings! I'm afraid that I'm a bit of an outlier, but I'd be very appreciative if you could answer some questions for an older learner :) I am a 30 year old with a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design. I've currently begun career exploration with the assistance of a career counselor and one of the areas she suggested that I delve into was Engineering. I had never even considered it before as I figured my artistic brain couldn't handle difficult math or science, but I've been completely devouring YouTube videos that discuss, especially those that talk about amusement parks and, more specifically, Imagineers. Which I find amusing since when I was a young girl of 7 or 8, Imagineering was what I wanted to do with my life - unfortunately I was somehow derailed. In short, I had no idea that engineering was such a creative field! However, I'm still left feeling doubtful that, at my age, my brain will be elastic enough to retain mathematics and physics. I'm reluctant to give up in the idea however, as I know that the field offers the variety, the problem solving, and the hands-on creativity that I have been seeking. I suppose my question is, as I am most keenly interested in working for amusement parks audiences, do you think I have a chance at my age to obtain a position within the entertainment industry - if I were to return to school and supplement my education with engineering requirements? Also, in your opinion, would a person who has not had much aptitude with sciences and mathematics (and not for lack of interest) in the past be able to succeed at an engineering program? I'm most interested in using my sculpting abilities but also my spatial design skills to create immersive environments for audiences, if that helps you respond. Thank you in advance for your time! Related to Mechanical, Unique Challenges Reset Sort By Default Kim Wheeler , Abbott Answered Monday, February 8, 2016 at 9:17 PM Hi Jess! Nice to hear from you. Its never too late to start something that you are passionate about, I think. We have a program here at Disney for students pursuing degrees in engineering and in my opinion,with your unique background with graphic design that would make you a very viable candidate! Have you ever considered industrial design? That is probably the most creative type of engineering that combines visualization with engineering concepts. It is a great stepping stone for someone like you. To answer your last question, I think if you are passionate enough to want to learn, then you can succeed in an engineering program. I'm the first to admit I'm not the best with certain concepts, but its being able to search for the right data and use the right application when you're in industry. Having said that, the majority of our Imagineers are in fact creative people, like graphic designers and have theater and props backgrounds, whereas only a small group actually have engineering degrees. I hope this helps! Kim