Walt Disney World Moms Panel is open for applications

[AgentC]

If you are interesting in applying Disney's Moms Panel is opening for application as of this morning.

Here is the link

Moms Panel (http://disneyworldforum.disney.go.com/recruiting/default.aspx?CMP=VAN-DPFY12Q4MomsPanel0001)

[Melanie]

Official Press Release:


Do you Have the Disney Vacation Smarts to Join the Big Leagues? Apply for the 6th Annual Walt Disney World Moms Panel!

Disney Parks is seeking Sports Team Moms and bilingual panelists to join the 2013 panel

Haga clic aquí para ver este comunicado de prensa en Español.

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Sept. 10, 2012) /PRNewswire/ — Have a passion for planning unforgettable Disney vacations? Know how to organize the ultimate team sports events at Walt Disney World Resort? Disney Parks today announced the 2013 Walt Disney World Moms Panel call for entries, featuring the search for its first-ever Sports Team Moms. The best draft picks for this position will have experience organizing team travel to sporting events at ESPN’s Wide World of Sports Complex while incorporating the magic of a Walt Disney World Resort vacation. Disney is also seeking bilingual panelists and international travelers to provide valuable expertise for its visitors. Visit www.disneymomspanelsearch2013.com through September 14 to apply.

Kicking off its sixth year, the online trip planning forum’s park-savvy super Disney fans assist guests in creating memorable Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani/Adventures by Disney, Disney Vacation Club and runDisney vacations. Since 2008, millions of visitors have accessed the immense library of questions and answers that have helped our guests plan the perfect Disney vacation. Guests can also access personal tips from both panelists and celebrities alike through the dozens of videos live on the site that cover a wide-range of topics including fun and “insider” tips.

“We are excited to continue the expansion of the Moms Panel this year, adding a new Sports Team Mom specialty and bilingual panelists to our team of Disney vacation planners,” said Leanne Jakubowski, Director, Social Media; Walt Disney World Resort. “This diverse panel of Disney fans has helped countless guests turn their vacation dreams into a reality. Some families return from their trip and respond to the panelists, thanking them for the magical vacation they had a hand in creating. Many of our panelists feel it is an honor to assist travelers from all over the globe in making memories that will last a lifetime.”

“For the past two years I have been blessed with the opportunity to share my love and appreciation for the most ‘Magical Place on Earth’ as a member of the Moms Panel,” said Marisol Lopez, bilingual panelist and Disney Cruise Line specialist. “Disney has provided my family with countless pixie-dusted moments we will never forget. I literally become emotional as I write my answers because I feel as if I am planning a trip for my family for each guest. Fun does not even describe it. It has truly been a life-changing experience for me. I encourage anyone who wants to share their Disney passion to apply. I still have ‘pinch me’ moments and cannot believe I have been given this amazing opportunity.”

How to Apply
Disney Parks will accept applications for the 2013 Walt Disney World Moms Panel from 9 a.m. EDT on September 10, 2012 through September 14, 11:59 p.m. EDT., or when 14,000 applications have been received. Those interested should visit disneymomspanelsearch2013.com to enter. The application process includes a series of written questions and submissions, with the final round in the form of a brief phone interview. Once the search is complete, the top candidates will be officially announced as members of the Walt Disney World Moms Panel in January 2013. Panelists must be available to attend a training session at Walt Disney World Resort in December 2012.

About the Walt Disney World Moms Panel
The Walt Disney World Moms Panel is an online forum where guests can get tips and insights for a Disney vacation from real moms, dads and grandparents who have mastered the art of planning Disney vacations. Guests can pose questions to the panelists in both English and Spanish, as well as gain access to other vacation-planning tools for booking a Disney vacation. Featuring just 12 members during its inaugural year in 2008, the panel now boasts 40+ park-savvy panelists as a result of the popularity of the site and an ever-growing number of questions submitted by curious parents. For more information and to meet the panelists, visit www.disneyworldmoms.com.

Media Contact:

Laura Spencer
Walt Disney World Public Relations
407/566-2658

[SBETigg]

Not applying this year, but good luck with it all! My thought is that If you've organized any large group trips to WDW, I wouldn't be deterred by the "sports team mom" tag. Make a case for being a dance team mom, or band mom, or anything that fits the "organized large groups of kids" category.

[Dsnygirl]

Definitely counts me out, as I am neither bilingual (unless you count communicating with tweens/teens & animals another language... :D ...) nor a mom who's planned any kind of big event/trip to WDW. :( Oh well...

Question - didn't they used to have a "2 yr limit" to their panelists? And if so, wouldn't that open up the "generalized" category to applicants, as well? Or are they now keeping people longer than that? I can understand wanting to keep panelists that are really connecting with guests and doing a great job, but I thought originally there was a year limit to being on the Panel. :confused:

[ILoveLegos]

Definitely counts me out, as I am neither bilingual (unless you count communicating with tweens/teens & animals another language... :D ...) nor a mom who's planned any kind of big event/trip to WDW. :( Oh well...



No Dsnygirl, you are not out on this count, the Disney Moms Panel is definitely looking for people who only speak only English too! They are just making a special effort to note that they are looking for bilingual candidates as well.

In like manner, the big trip planning experience is just a "new" specialty that they are looking for, but you might have some other talent that they are seeking this year. You never know ... I was chosen for the Disney Moms Panel despite the fact that I do not have kids - I was just an Aunt! :D

Hope this helps!

[SBETigg]

If you're at all interested, it wouldn't hurt to apply anyway. They might fill more slots than just the specialty ones they mention.

[Dsnygirl]

No Dsnygirl, you are not out on this count, the Disney Moms Panel is definitely looking for people who only speak only English too! They are just making a special effort to note that they are looking for bilingual candidates as well.

In like manner, the big trip planning experience is just a "new" specialty that they are looking for, but you might have some other talent that they are seeking this year. You never know ... I was chosen for the Disney Moms Panel despite the fact that I do not have kids - I was just an Aunt! :D

Hope this helps!

Thanks! Might as well throw my name in the hat once again... maybe third time will be a charm.... ;)

[ILoveLegos]

Thanks! Might as well throw my name in the hat once again... maybe third time will be a charm.... ;)

Excellent! It is a wonderful experience and definitely worht the effort of applying. May it go well with you!

:mickey:

[ILoveLegos]

Excellent! It is a wonderful experience and definitely worht the effort of applying. May it go well with you!

:mickey:

Um, I meant worth ... not worht, of course. :blush:

[CosmicRay]

I jumped and applied before I read! I am not bilingual and I have planned some bigger events and some trips. But I don't think I would be what they are looking for.

[Strmchsr]

Thanks! Might as well throw my name in the hat once again... maybe third time will be a charm.... ;)

Or, in my case, the 5th or 6th time. :D Made it to the second round last year.

[dailyprincessme]

In like manner, the big trip planning experience is just a "new" specialty that they are looking for, but you might have some other talent that they are seeking this year. You never know ... I was chosen for the Disney Moms Panel despite the fact that I do not have kids - I was just an Aunt! :D

Hope this helps!

Oh how HAPPY I am to hear this!!! I do not have kids either, but we have 10 nieces and nephews (ages range from adult [my niece I'm close to is only 3 years younger than I am!], to 17 months old!) PLUS I have a 4 year old goddaughter! This is my first year applying, and I have no idea if I will make it to the next round, but I sure hope so! I didn't even get to talk about the fact that I'm an aunt to such great kids!

[dailyprincessme]

I also should mention, that I am a children's event planner, and party coordinator:party: Not sure that I have what they're looking for, but I do have some experience with planning big events, and of course I LOVE planning Disney trips! :cloud9:

[ILoveLegos]

Oh how HAPPY I am to hear this!!! I do not have kids either, but we have 10 nieces and nephews (ages range from adult [my niece I'm close to is only 3 years younger than I am!], to 17 months old!) PLUS I have a 4 year old goddaughter! This is my first year applying, and I have no idea if I will make it to the next round, but I sure hope so! I didn't even get to talk about the fact that I'm an aunt to such great kids!

Awesome! You've got me beat in the nieces & nephews department - only have 7! ;)

Best wishes to all the Intercoter's Disney Moms Panel applicants! There have been several who have been selected from Intercot in past years. I'm hoping that tradition continues! :mickey:

[Dsnygirl]

Awesome! You've got me beat in the nieces & nephews department - only have 7! ;)

Best wishes to all the Intercoter's Disney Moms Panel applicants! There have been several who have been selected from Intercot in past years. I'm hoping that tradition continues! :mickey:

Thanks!

Sending :pixie: :pixie: to everyone else who's applied, too... life is so busy around here I keep forgetting I did, and then all of a sudden I remember and it's like :clappy: !!

Hoping we hear early October like usual - only 2 weeks away!!

(has anyone heard if they hit the 14K applicants this year??)

[AgentC]

Good luck to everyone who applied. Hope you all get good news. :magic:

[ILoveLegos]

According to another board, round two notifications are going out right now. So remember to check your inboxes my Intercot friends! :mickey:

[brdavis]

Yes, people over on DisBoards are reporting that they've gotten emails, and Laura Spencer tweeted that there's "Pixie Dust on the way" earlier today... so for all those in the running this year...

Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust!

[wilcat]

Got my rejection email yesterday. As I may never get to WDW again this was the last year I was able to apply. How did everyone else do? I hope to see a lot of Intercotee's on the panel this year so good luck to those of you who made it to round 2.

[DisnIse]

In the world of "It's an honor just to be nomiated"... I'm doing my video upload tonight.

YAHOOOOOOOOOO :mickey:

[Disney Hungarian]

In the world of "It's an honor just to be nomiated"... I'm doing my video upload tonight.

YAHOOOOOOOOOO :mickey:
:congrats:

[ILoveLegos]

In the world of "It's an honor just to be nomiated"... I'm doing my video upload tonight.

YAHOOOOOOOOOO :mickey:

That's wonderful news!!! :mickey:

:tiphat: You are making us proud!!!

[5togetherWDW]

After technical issues, I was able to upload my video in time. It is nowhere near as good as I would have liked - but, I'm happy that I made it to the second round, again. (I did last year, as well.) Good luck to all :mickey:

[DisnIse]

After technical issues, I was able to upload my video in time. It is nowhere near as good as I would have liked - but, I'm happy that I made it to the second round, again. (I did last year, as well.) Good luck to all :mickey:

Congratulations to you, too!

Not that I am optimistic about this - the odds are EVER not in my favor - but did they post anywhere on the timeline for the next round? Just curious....

[DisnIse]

Oh my goodness! I have a phone interview next week for the Moms Panel.

If anyone has ANY advice..... any potential questions, etc. I'm all :mickey: ears.

I'm totally pessimistic about getting picked, but I'm so excited that I get the chance to even talk to the Disney people!

Seriously, if anyone has made it to this point.... bring out the suggestion box!

[AgentC]

Oh my goodness! I have a phone interview next week for the Moms Panel.

If anyone has ANY advice..... any potential questions, etc. I'm all :mickey: ears.

I'm totally pessimistic about getting picked, but I'm so excited that I get the chance to even talk to the Disney people!

Seriously, if anyone has made it to this point.... bring out the suggestion box!

No advice but congratulations. That is great.

[ILoveLegos]

Oh my goodness! I have a phone interview next week for the Moms Panel.

If anyone has ANY advice..... any potential questions, etc. I'm all :mickey: ears.

I'm totally pessimistic about getting picked, but I'm so excited that I get the chance to even talk to the Disney people!

Seriously, if anyone has made it to this point.... bring out the suggestion box!

I made it that far once ... :mickey:
Want to know the secret? :secret:
It is simple. Just be yourself!

Best Wishes!!! :thumbsup:

[DisnIse]

Thanks!

I am looking at this the way I did sorority rush.... if they don't like me for who I am, I wouldn't want to be hanging with them either!

Who am I kidding? Of COURSE I want to hang with them!!!!

But in two hours, I can breathe easier and hopefully get a decent night's sleep again....

[DisnIse]

Breathing...........

Thanks for the good wishes. It was okay. I don't feel like I knocked it out of the park, but I wasn't stammering or blathering (at least I don't think so).

Putting it out of my mind for now!

[ILoveLegos]

Breathing...........

Thanks for the good wishes. It was okay. I don't feel like I knocked it out of the park, but I wasn't stammering or blathering (at least I don't think so).

Putting it out of my mind for now!

Just wondering ... did you get good news about making the 2013 Disney Moms Panel?

I hope so! :mickey:

[DisnIse]

No such luck, BUT I'm over it (almost).

The process was interesting - I still don't know what exactly they were looking for, but I'm sure they found great people again.

Even though I was sad that I didn't get selected, I do think I'll give it a shot again next year. Other than the stress of waiting, it really didn't require a whole lot of "work."

Thanks for asking. I'm still available for RunDisney advice in case anyone is ever in the market! :mickey:

[ILoveLegos]

DisnIse,

:grouphug: Aawww, I'm sorry that they did not select you (yet - maybe next year will be your year!). :thumbsup:

Being a member of the Disney Moms Panel is a lot of fun and it is definitely worth the effort of applying. I really enjoyed my time on the panel in 2011. :)

I haven't seen a lot about RunDisney around the internet, so no doubt; you can help many of us out here on Intercot with our questions. Congratulations on making it extremely far in the DMP selection process - be assured that it is quite an accomplishment in itself! :mickey:

-Johnetta