Technical Director (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 or New York City, NY

Compensation: The base salary for this position is $87,550. 

Job Summary:

The Technical Director leads the integration and coordination of all Show Technical Delivery for Meow Wolf Projects. They are responsible for the development and allocation of technical requirements, design and delivery of the Technical Show Elements, and oversight of Safety and the Hazard Analysis process as it applies to all Show Elements. They are also responsible for ensuring the technical deliverables provide the intended show functionality and meet the creative show intent as defined by the Creative team. Innovative and creative, is an organized thinker who can ideate multiple technical and creative approaches and solutions to meet design criteria, such as guest experience, capacity, spacing, etc., while adhering to the local building codes and best practices. The Technical Director also holds space for and supports Artists’ contributions to projects. 

The role coordinates with all project personnel, departments, and disciplines through the ideation, concept, fabrication, and installation phases. Additionally, the Technical Director is responsible for designing constructible projects to stay on track with creative intent, schedule, and stay within budgetary requirements. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and lead the development of the Technical Design packages with internal and external resources to achieve these priorities: Creative Vision, Physical/Functional Feasibility and successful integration with other trades
• Guiding Budget & Schedule Feasibility - Managed by Show Producer and Project Management
• Coordinate and manage all Technical Elements in the Element drawing reviews, fabrication reviews, and installation approvals. 
• Coordinate and manage the Technical Elements in the Element list.
• Identify and develop code and safety requirements for Technical Elements during early development. This is accomplished with the assistance of other teams and project partners in various fields of expertise. This is done in conjunction with the Show Production Designer.
• Inform and develop the RFP and work breakdown in conjunction with other Project Partners for Technical Show Elements. Design and other members of the team contribute to its development, but the Show TD is responsible for delivering the finished RFP to Show Management.
• Develop, update, and execute fabrication and installation strategies for Technical Elements that respect the facility constraints, construction order of operations, and critical path strategies as defined with Project Management, in support of the Creative Vision. 
• Lead the Hazard A