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:

Location: Santa Fe, NM

The opening salary for this position is $87,418.00

Sound has a direct line to our emotions, and those effects are heightened when sound responds to us or our environment. The Show Audio Engineer works with the Show Audio Team to develop audio systems that heighten guest experience. The Show Audio Engineer is responsible for global systems design and programming that supports the creative intent of a given show. In addition to utilizing traditional themed entertainment audio systems, the Show Audio Engineer researches and develops ways to expand the behavior of sound in Meow Wolf experiences. They do this using networked audio systems, custom designed and interactive playback systems, sensors, microcontrollers, microphones, analog electronics, and loudspeaker arrays.

Requirements

You will design intricate audio systems and programming to support the creative intent of Meow Wolf's exhibitions and shows, thereby helping to produce a spectacular immersive experience for our guests.

How you will do it...

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to guide placement of speakers, transducers, and other in exhibition sound hardware to support creative intent

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to design show audio playback systems using a combination of industry standard tools (Q-SYS) and custom designed solutions (Dante, Max/MSP) to support creative intent

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

• Program, test, install, and debug show audio 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 sound experiences through cross-team brainstorming sessions, workshops, and demonstrations.

To be successful in this role...

• You bring 4+ years professional experience with immersive audio design.

• You are experienced at concealing and integrating speakers and sound 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 networked audio systems (Dante, AVB)

• You are proficient at designing and programming a Q-SYS system.

• You have experience with interactive audio programming environments (Max/MSP, Pure Data, Reaktor, SuperCollider, QLab, etc).

• You have experience with digital audio workstations and plugins (Ableton Live, Logic, ProTools, etc)

• You have experience working with microcontrollers, sensors, and actuators.

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

• 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.

It would be nice to have...

• 7+ years professional experience with immersive audio design.

• Experience scripting with Lua for audio systems.

• Experience with Interactive Video and Projection Mapping tools (Touch Designer, Resolume, etc)

• Working knowledge of acoustics and acoustic mitigation techniques.

• Working knowledge of digital signal processing.

• Familiarity with microphones and mic-ing techniques.

• Experience as a sound designer or music composer.

• Experience with sound sculpture, instrument/interface design, or musical robotics.

Work environment & physical demands...

This job operates in an office environment as well as a museum/ art exhibit.

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

You will get to know Meow Wolf by...

• Exploring Meow Wolf Origins.

• Attending Immersiversity

• Reviewing Meow Wolf's Employee Handbook.

Are you...

• Able to exhibit professional judgment and decision-making skills?

• Someone with great time management skills?

• An expert with the audio arts?

If you answered 'YES' to all of the above, then what are you waiting for? APPLY MEOW!

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 & HSA

• Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Company Paid Life Insurance Policy & Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Voluntary Short-term Disability & Critical Illness Policies

• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Parental Leave for 12 weeks

• Discount off Meow Wolf Gift Shop Merch

• Admission to Meow Wolf attractions for employees and guests

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