Show Video Designer (Project Based Role)

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Meow Wolf opens portals of possibility. Come as you are! 

We are individuals who inspire creativity in people's lives through art and exploration, so that our combined imaginations can transform the world we live in. We create immersive and interactive experiences that transport audiences into fantastic realms of story and exploration.  Our Vision is to be the world’s leading creative company, reimagining the paradigm of art and storytelling, to make a positive difference in the world.  

We share a strong commitment to Belonging through our values of: 

• Collaborative Creativity: We believe the act of creating together amplifies possibilities.

• Provocative Playfulness:  We celebrate the unexpected because it is the doorway to discovery.

• Outsiders Welcome: We are all outsiders at heart, and we create space for everyone to feel like they belong.

• Authentic Compassion: We are “kind punks” - supportive to each other and standing up for what we believe in.

• Audacious Courage: We have the courage to radically reinvent ourselves to push the boundaries of art.

If this all sounds like YOU, read on….

Job Description:

Job Disclosures:

Project-Based Role:  This is a project-based role with an anticipated duration of 2+ years

Location: Santa Fe, NM

Compensation: The base salary for this position is $85,000  

Job Summary:

Video Design is one of the creative mediums that Meow Wolf utilizes to tell stories, create a sense of setting, and to intrigue patrons. This is achieved using various techniques from the very subtle to the very overt. The Show Video Designer position will oversee video system designs for assigned Meow Wolf projects. This includes driving design, drafting, and/or review of video systems for Meow Wolf exhibitions, events, traveling exhibits/shows, and other special projects. Additionally, this position will guide installation of video systems to make sure they are installed as designed, and be a touch point for tech maintenance and/or operations staff who service and maintain video equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to guide development and documentation of creative intent for video in assigned Meow Wolf projects.

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to guide placement of screens, projectors, and other in exhibition video hardware to support creative intent.

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to design show video playback systems using a combination of industry standard tools (BrightSigns, AV Binloop, etc) and custom designed solutions (TouchDesigner) to support creative intent

• Program, test, install, and debug video software and hardware in exhibitions.

• Program, test, install, and debug show video programming.

• Establish relationships with industry vendors for contract work.

• Support installation and document the systems after completion of each project. 

• Research cutting edge technologies, software, and equipment to better implement and support creative designs.

• Help advocate for new video experiences through cross-team brainstorming sessions, workshops, and demonstrations.

Required Qualifications

• You bring 4+ years of professional experience with immersive video design (7+ years professional experience with immersive video and video system design preferred)

• You are experienced at concealing and integrating screens, projectors, and video hardware, without drawing attention to the equipment

• You have experience developing and commenting on show packages using Revit, AutoCad, Bim360, and/or BlueBeam

• You have a strong understanding of show video systems and video over IP (AV Binloop, Brightsigns)

• You have experience projection mapping. 

• You are very experienced with TouchDesigner.

• You are interested in and have experience developing interactive and creative video.

• You represent the project and department in a professional manner while working with internal and external partners.

• You bring strong communication/collaboration skills and ability to thrive in a team environment.

• Experience with game engines (Unity, Unreal).

• Experience with additional creative programming environments (Max/MSP, Jitter, Processing).

• Familiarity with show related TCP/UDP protocols (UDP, OSC, AMQP)

• Experience with exhibition or immersive Lighting Design and/or Audio Design.

• Experience as a video editor or with video editing tools. 

• Experience with 7th Sense, Pandora’s Box, ScreenBerry, and/or other professional media servers.

Work Environment and Physical Demands 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required.  

Work Environment: 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and scanners. This position also works in an indoor setting with exposure to noisy environments, dim lighting, strong visual effects including strobing lights, special effects, fog machines and small and/ or enclosed spaces. 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical ability to walk, stand, take stairs/slides/elevators, and navigate the elements during the day and night. Employee may be required to remain in a sitting or standing position for prolonged periods, and repeat motions that may  include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.   Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

The employee will comply with company and OSHA standard workplace safety protocols. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 9a.m. to 5 p.m. or 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

This position does not require supervisory responsibility

Travel:

This position will require some travel (10%-25%)

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  

IMPACT: Meow Wolf is committed to our DIY roots and grassroots community support principles. To document that commitment, we converted our legal designation into a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation and have certified as a B Corporation. As a B Corp, we have a triple bottom line of supporting financial, social and environmental wellbeing in our community.

INCLUSION:  Meow Wolf is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to ensuring all employees enjoy and thrive in a work environment where differences make us the vibrant, wonderful community we are! All employment decisions at Meow Wolf are based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, service in the military or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

BENEFITS:

The choices we make concerning our benefits during enrollment periods are among the most important we select for ourselves and our families. As part of the total compensation package for full-time employees, Meow Wolf offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes various options to meet individual healthcare and financial needs along with many perks.  

• Medical Insurance options: PPO & HDHP*

• Dental and Vision Insurance*

• HSA, HRA, and FSA options*

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Company paid Life Insurance Policy and Disability Coverage(s)*

• Voluntary Critical Illness and Life Insurance Policies*

• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Parental Leave for 12 weeks

• Discount off Meow Wolf Gift Shop Merch and Cafes

• Admission to Meow Wolf attractions for employees and guests

*Regular or Project Based Full-time positions

Please visit www.meowwolf.com/careers for more information.