Production 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 position with an anticipated duration of 12+ months.

Location:  Los Angeles, California

Compensation: The salary range for this position is $94,187 to $105,960.  Compensation is based on location and experience.  

Job Description:

The Production Designer is responsible for the oversight of the design and execution efforts of all exhibit related elements as a key member of Show Leadership. Innovative and creative, the Production Designer is an organized thinker who is able to ideate multiple technical and creative approaches and solutions to meet design criteria, such as, guest experience, capacity, spacing, etc., while understanding and adhering to the local building codes. Directed by the Creative Director and Creative Producer, PD ensures that the project’s creative vision and design is accurately integrated and documented in models, drawing packages, and executed through production. Utilizes various drafting techniques and tools to review and navigate dimensional and scale drawings/models that detail construction methods and the integration of various exhibition elements with each other and the facility.  The Production Designer is a partner to creative disciplines, supporting Artists’ intent and ensuring that the creative vision is upheld and executed. 

Coordinates with all project personnel, departments, and disciplines through the ideation, concept, fabrication, and installation phases. Responsible for designing construct-able projects to stay on track with creative intent, schedule, and stay within budget requirements. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversees and leads the development of the Show Design packages with internal and external resources to achieve these priorities:

  • Creative Vision

  • Physical/Functional Feasibility

  • Successful Integration with the facility and other trades

  • Guiding Budget & Schedule Feasibility - Managed by Show Producer and Show Management

• Coordinate and manage all Show Elements in the Element drawing reviews, fabrication reviews and installation approvals.

• Coordinate and manage the Element list.

• During early development, the Show PD is responsible for identifying and developing code and safety requirements for Show Elements. This is accomplished with the assistance of other team and project partners in various fields of expertise. This is done in conjunction with the Show TD.

• The PD is responsible for informing and developing the RFP and work breakdown in conjunction with other Project Partners for Show Elements. Design and other members of the team contribute to its development, but the PD is responsible for delivering the finished RFP to Show Management.