PP1071    WDW - Jiminy Cricket - Disney Trainer - Version 1 - B - Pinocchio

This Disney Trainer pin was given as an Award to a Cast Member who successfully completed the Disney Trainer's class at Disney University. There are multiple versions in existence, all of them featuring Jiminy Cricket dressed to the hilt and leaning on his closed umbrella. The scroll he's standing on is hunter green, the metal is gold in color, and the oval background comes in varying shades of blue. There are many differences (e.g., color of spats or shape of hands) on the fronts and backs of the pins, so check both descriptions carefully before adding a specific Trainer pin to your list.

This pin features Jiminy Cricket wearing yellow spats and leaning on an umbrella of slim thickness. His egg-shaped eyes are large and white with small pupils that are centered and not on the sides of the eyes. There is blue between his light-colored pants, and his legs are very thin. His vest has one large yellow button and a small, barely defined bit of yellow at the neckline where his cravat should be. His hands are ill-defined with no creases, with a bit of the red umbrella showing between the thumb and index finger of his left hand. Between his left hand and leg is a very small sliver of blue background showing through. The hand or umbrella does not touch his leg. At the top of his left shoe is a bit of white leg showing. Both arms, just above the gloves, are black. His hat band is yellow, but there's less of it than most of the others. His skintone is a pale beige color. His head is tilted too far to the right of his torso, making him look like his head was positioned in the wrong place. The scroll he's standing on is larger than the others and has longer corners. The type inside this scroll is of medium thickness, there being others which are thicker or thinner. This is the pin that was in use prior to January 2001, when a new (and smaller) version was released.

This general art has been used since at least March 2000, and the pin has an interesting story. Before “earning their ears,” the first step for any cast member is Disney’s best-in-class training led by Disney Trainers, who empower them to spread pixie dust, provide exceptional guest service and make everyone feel welcome. Disney Trainers not only act as a resource for on-the-job training but as one of the first confidants a new cast member has when embarking on their adventure to become a magic maker. They introduce Disney’s world-renowned safety and courtesy standards, while also bringing to life Disney’s rich heritage. Many cast members remember their trainer fondly, recognizing them as having a positive impact on their careers. Across Walt Disney World, there are over 8,000 Disney Trainers who provide supportive, engaging training experiences for both new and seasoned cast members. They can be identified with a Jiminy Cricket Disney Trainer pin, recognizing them as part of an important legacy of tradition and excellence set forth by Walt Disney himself.

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