Today we’d like to introduce you to Imogen Wilson.
Hi Imogen, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
I started applying for a job at Walt Disney World in Florida a couple of years ago, I sent in 3 applications, 3 years in a row. The first time I got through to the final interview and put on a waitlist for the year, then they dropped the waitlist. The second year I didn’t get through the first round and then 3rd year I finally got in. I have completed a year working in Epcot on the cultural representative program. It was a unique experience, moving from England UK to Florida, but I had an incredible time. I got to go on trips to New York and took trips with friends that I met out there. The best part was making the amount of friends that I did on my program and we are now planning on meeting up when everyone is back. Working for Disney was a dream of mine for so long and I am still amazed that I got to work in the most magical place on Earth.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Definitely not a smooth road, I had to apply 3 years in a row before being accepted, I almost didn’t apply the final time because I was close to giving up, as it is a long process it is quite hard and takes a bit of a toll. Other than that it is a slight challenge moving your life half way across the world and trying to fit in with a whole new group of people. You don’t realise how many differences there are, even down to the food that is available. Also being away from family is something you have to get used to. Even with the obstacles and challenges, I am so happy I did this as I think I have grown so much as a person.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I work here there and everywhere. My main career has been focused in the entertainment world, before heading out to Florida, I worked as an entertainer at a theme park in the UK and I managed to do some entertainment as a cast member hosting Twining’s Tea Tours during the flower and garden festival. The tour seemed to give me a lot more confidence, I am now back in the UK with a few things lined up, I have an acting role at a theme park in the UK, but I can’t give any more information on that one just yet.
Are there any books, apps, podcasts or blogs that help you do your best?
I love to be inspired by others on instagram, I follow all sorts of accounts with people living their best lives, I try to keep on positive thinking, so like to look at people who get to live in nature or around animals. I can see myself there one day in a nice little cottage and getting to do the work I enjoy.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imogensmagicalmoments
- Youtube: https://m.youtube.com/@imogensmagicalmoments
