Artist (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 position with an anticipated duration of 10+ months.

Location: Santa Fe, NM

Compensation: The starting base salary for this position is $60,629.  Compensation may vary based on location and experience.  

Key Responsibilities:

 As a member of the Artistic Development & Production team, an Artist is an integral part and creative collaborator in artistic productions. An Artist is expected to assist and occasionally lead teams of multidisciplinary creators on Meow Wolf production projects. This role includes, but is not limited to, creating artistic components for exhibitions, standalone installations, and experiences created by Meow Wolf Inc. 

An Artist will have experience working in a collaborative environment and will demonstrate proficiency working with a variety of art materials and techniques. They will display willingness and potential to both lead small teams and assist others on projects. Artists will display a notable attention to detail and a high level of craftsmanship in their finished work. Artists will receive day-to-day direction from Production Managers and collaborate closely with Project stakeholders and partnering departments. They will strive to bring out the best in others, both creatively and culturally as a considerate and reliable team member. 

Project tasks may include concept ideation, materials estimates, production planning, gathering supplies, material preparation, research, design development, production of artistic elements, onsite installation, and keeping a tidy work area.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability working in color theory, sculpting, model making, figurative or representational realism in 2D and 3D media, soft sculpture, compositions and general assembly required

• Experience with various painting techniques such as faux finishes, masking and surfacing treatments

• Able to create digital drawing files for visual communication and production

• Experience with drawing software - Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator preferred

• Familiarity with 3D modeling software - Rhino 3D preferred

• Familiarity with carpentry, small metal fabrication, and basic hand tools required

• Makes good use of recycled/reused materials in finished works of art

• Able to problem solve when issues arise, and effectively formulate new plans

• Willingness to take initiative on projects or tasks

• Willingness to explain methods and occasionally teach others to share knowledge

• Work closely with Project and Team Managers to ensure efficient proj