There are plenty of opportunities for a driven, talented singer to find a job singing for Disney, whether it's as a character in one of the many Disney parks worldwide, on their cruise line or even on a Disney show or movie. The trick is to know which one you want and get there.
Instructions
1. Decide which type of Disney singer you want to be. You have many options, ranging from being a performer in the shows at one of the amusement parks or on the Big Red Boat cruise line to being a voice-over artist or actor for one of the actual film or TV shows on the Disney Channel to being cast in one of Disney's Broadway shows. Each takes a different approach and experience.
2. Get a vocal coach who can work with you on the Disney style. There is indeed a Disney style, and depending on what performance option you want to go for, you need to know Disney's trademark sound (see Resources below).
3. Create a look that is in line with the Disney look. Yes, they have that as well. They are often looking for clean-cut and natural, which means minimal make-up and no highlighted or dyed hair (unless the dye is to cover grays). Facial hair is definitely out.
4. Watch the movies and TV shows to get a feel for the type of music they look for and the type of voices they like. While you don't necessarily want to mimic, you want to keep in the same feel of what they do. Disney has made millions of dollars doing what they do best, so you have to understand what they do by acquainting yourself with it. School yourself on all things Disney.
5. Audition. If you like working with people and children, audition for one of the parks. If you feel you can handle a 7-show a week gig, audition for the cruise line. If you a part of the Actor's Equity Association (the union for stage), you can also audition for any of the Broadway shows. Breakdowns for these opportunities are posted in many of the acting trade magazines (see Resources below). The parts for the parks, cruise line and stage often also require dance ability and acting skills, so if you don't have those, get yourself enrolled in dance and acting classes.
6. Find an agent, manager or lawyer who can get you in front of Disney executives and into the appropriate auditions. The best way to get in the door is to have someone personally bring you in.
