Rick Temple
Coeur d’Alene,ID
Summary
A multifaceted, highly organized, detail-oriented individual, able to lead and delegate, with over 27 years of experience in a wide variety of theme and faux painting techniques. Recognized for outstanding craftsmanship, leadership and service. Able to effectively lead, manage and supervise people, teams and projects. I take pride in bringing a project from concept to completion. I truly understand the Disney story line and how important it is being part of a team that can bring it to life. With over 20 years of experience I feel confident in working with and understanding art direction as well as directing the vision. The importance of keeping the design intent for the guests is a passion not a job!
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Sign Painter Foreman / Ager and Grainer Foreman
The Walt Disney Company (Disneyland)
Anaheim, CA
01.2006 - 01.2025
- Have been the foreman in the Show Overhaul Sign shop, as well as the foreman for the ager and grainer. Responsible for all aspects of aging and theme painting done by the agers and grainers. Also responsible for all aspects of the sign painters using paint or vinyl application on vehicle graphics and outdoor vending cart graphics, including signage. Bidding jobs and setting up work for the sign painters, including using computer sign programs Composer and Corel. Also, I’m responsible for all trash cans in the resort to be painted and applying vinyl graphics on cans, including selecting a Disney-approved paint contractor, to outsource trash cans to be painted.
- Designed and painted high-quality signage to enhance park aesthetics and guest experience.
- Collaborated with designers to create visually appealing graphics for various attractions and events.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of painting resources.
- Trained junior painters on techniques, safety protocols, and best practices in sign creation.
Carrousel Horse Artist
The Walt Disney Company (Disneyland)
Anaheim, CA
01.2004 - 01.2025
- Responsible for maintaining all aspects of horses on the King Arthur's Carrousel and the King Triton Carrousel in Disney’s California Adventure park. Including prepping, restoring, hand painting, guiling, pin stripping, special effects, and air brushing. Responsible for ordering supplies, coordinating horse change-outs on the carousel, maintaining horses on the carousel, and documenting all aspects of each carousel horse. Meet with vendors, specify contractor's experience.
- Has been in charge of special projects such as The Julie Andrews Rededication Carrousel Horse Project and the restoration of the Griffith Park Carrousel Horse Project.
- Created immersive character designs, enhancing guest experiences in theme park attractions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop engaging visual storytelling elements.
- Mentored junior artists, fostering skill development and promoting creative collaboration.
- Implemented innovative artistic techniques, improving the overall quality of visual displays.
Artisan – Color Design / Paint
Walt Disney Imagineering
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Over see artistic and technical aspects of painting for the Disneyland Resort, including Disney’s California Adventure, Downtown Disney and Disney Hotels. Maintaining 100% of the show visual intent for the guest experience, also maintaining artistic and technical ability. Teach and guide the artisans to achieve the final aesthetic goal to tell the story. Interface with art directors and designers, also Disney painters and Disney approved artisans.
- Retired from the Walt Disney Company – January 17th 2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Ager and Grainer
The Walt Disney Company (Disneyland)
Anaheim, CA
01.1997 - 01.2004
- Responsible for all types of painting techniques and effects including, wood graining, marbling, aging, rock work in carved concrete. Has worked on a multitude of projects from large exteriors and interiors to props, all types of wood, furniture, refinishing, staining, gilding using gold, silver and copper leafing.
- An expert in color matching and in all mediums of paint including two component automotive paint, water base and oil base paints, water base automotive paints, oil and water base stains, acid stains and water base and oil base glazes.
- Well versed in equipment such as airless sprayers conventional gravity fed guns and airbrushes. Been a foreman since 50th anniversary project in 2005 and ran crews of Disney ager and grainers as well as subcontractor painters.
- Developed and implemented training programs for diverse employee groups to enhance operational efficiency.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions, ensuring new hires quickly acclimated to company culture and policies.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback and performance assessments, refining content as needed.
- Mentored junior trainers, fostering professional growth and consistency in training delivery across departments.
- Collaborated with leadership to identify skill gaps, aligning training initiatives with organizational goals.
- Designed interactive workshops utilizing multimedia tools to engage participants and improve knowledge retention.
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
- Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Contractor
California Contractors Board
Orange, CASkills
- Safety practices
- Client communication
- Paint mixing
- Deadline management
- Project planning
- Material selection
- Design principles
- Hand lettering
- Vinyl application
- Color theory
- Sign installation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Client consultation
- Relationship building
- Primer application
- Team coordination
- Team building
- Quality inspection
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Spray gun operation
- Professionalism
- Color matching
- Quality control
- Time management abilities
- Continuous improvement
- Sales and marketing
Affiliations
- State of California’s Contractor License C-33 (Painting & Decorating)
- State of California’s Contractor License C-36 (Plumbing)
- Painting and Drywall Local Union #1036
Awards
Disneyand Spirit Award 2006, Walt Disney Legacy Award 2015, The highest awards bestowed upon a cast member, based on outstanding service, peer nomination and selection with support of managers and executives, received by only the top 3-4% of cast members.
Timeline
Artisan – Color Design / Paint
Walt Disney Imagineering
01.2019 - 01.2020
Sign Painter Foreman / Ager and Grainer Foreman
The Walt Disney Company (Disneyland)
01.2006 - 01.2025
Carrousel Horse Artist
The Walt Disney Company (Disneyland)
01.2004 - 01.2025
Ager and Grainer
The Walt Disney Company (Disneyland)
01.1997 - 01.2004
Some College (No Degree) - Contractor
California Contractors Board