If it’s something that Disney is really good at, it’s keeping things organized at the park. This includes keeping track of where characters are in the park at all times. In order to accomplish this, cast members have a schedule with them at all times. If you are looking for Buzz Lightyear, then Wendy might be able to help you out.
Another word about the scheduling is that seniors get priority. This means that newer cast members have to work more nights and weekends. Additionally, whereas part-time employees were once required to work two days per week, Disney now requires them to work at least three days. This means that cast members can’t get away with holding a full-time job and taking in some extra mula with a part-time job at Disney.
Walt’s Wasn't Into Body Art
The Disney Internships & Programs website goes into greater detail about body modifications. They state in clear terms that they prohibit body modification or alteration for the sake of a visible and physical effect that takes away from a professional appearance. This includes visible tattoos, wearing name-brand clothing, body piercings other than ear piercings for women, and earlobe expansion. Cast members can have tattoos as long as they are covered at all times while at work.
Workers are also prohibited from wearing jewelry and plugs while working. While Disney seems really strict with some of these rules, it makes sense considering how many children visit the park. Extreme body modifications can be scary for young children who have never been exposed to them before.
No Pay Until Costumes are Returned
If you are looking for a hefty paycheck, then Disney is probably not the company you'll want to work for. Apparently, they even have a policy where they won't give you your last paycheck until you've returned all costumes to them.
But, it's rumored that this rule isn't enforced so strictly. So if you are hoping to show up to next year's Halloween party as Bell, you might be able to pull that off.
If Two Are Seen Together, They’ll Both Get Fired
Disney goes to great lengths to protect the illusion that the characters you are seeing are the only ones in the world. So, if two Snow Whites are seen together in the park, then it's enough to get the two dismissed from the job.
On the next slide, see why cast members aren't allowed to wear glasses.
Hey Four-eyes, Wear Contacts!
Unsurprisingly, Disney has strict rules that it adheres to about eyewear. Glasses with logos or ones that are brightly colored or flashy aren't allowed when on the clock. And you can probably safely assume that Cinderella isn't allowed to wear glasses at all. So if you have poor vision and you're trying to nail a job at Disney, you better show up wearing contacts.
Another fun fact is that at Disney, looking someone in the eye is a requirement. The Disney Look states forcefully that dark, mirrored, or opaque sunglasses are prohibited. The reason for this is that sunglasses take away from interpersonal communication with guests. Sunglasses which still allow guests to see your eyes are allowed. That means that you can leave your flashy frames at home. Both sunglasses and eyeglasses shouldn’t take away from the cast member’s costume or go against the theme of the park where they are working.