Wyatt Winter

With nearly 20 years of experience as a Walt Disney Imagineer, Wyatt Winter has established himself as one of the most important creative producers in the themed entertainment industry.

Whether bringing beloved IPs to life or providing guest experiences, his work combines emotion, technology, and storytelling at the highest level.

Winter’s portfolio includes two renowned Walt Disney World attractions: Frozen Ever After and Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind.

Both were major achievements. Frozen Ever After revamped a traditional ride system to present a seamless, musical journey through Arendelle, while Cosmic Rewind brought new storytelling coasters and a fresh, cheeky tone to Epcot.

In both, Winter's creative direction ensured that the finished project honoured the cherished characters while also surprising fans with daring, fresh storytelling methods.

Beyond individual attractions, Winter has taken on the position of portfolio leader for Walt Disney World, overseeing the creative direction of the resort's most anticipated future attractions.

This includes the much-anticipated villains-themed land, as well as the ongoing transformation of both Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

These initiatives are critical to the resort's future, and Wyatt has been tasked with ensuring their vision, implementation, and artistic integrity.

“What sets Wyatt apart is his ability to move between scale and detail, between big-picture placemaking and intimate, emotionally resonant moments,” says one person who nominated Winter.

“He is just as comfortable discussing the overall thematic flow of a land as he is ensuring that a show element hits its exact story beat. That level of creative stewardship builds trust, empowers teams, and keeps projects on track through the inevitable ups and downs of development.

“Wyatt is also known as a strong collaborator. Whether working with IP partners, executives, artists, engineers, or park operators, he is widely respected as someone who listens, thinks strategically, and always advocates for the guest experience.

"He leads with a steady hand and a clear vision, and he does so with kindness and calm in the face of pressure.

“As the future of Walt Disney World continues to evolve, Wyatt is one of the key voices guiding its transformation."