Job Description

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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:

Location: Las Vegas, NV (on-site)

Deadline: The deadline to submit applications for this position is September 28, 2026.

Variable Role: This is a variable, part time position. There is no set schedule or availability of hours. Work is offered to those who are available to accept it. Shifts will be communicated and once accepted, shifts must be worked as assigned, in compliance with company policy

As a member of the art and scenic team, you play a key role in the upkeep, preservation and redesign of the artistic aesthetic of the space in keeping with the design intention of the exhibition designers in line with the highest quality for our guest experience. The Exhibition Art and Scenic Associate is an important role within the scenic and art department and reports to the Lead of the department. They work directly with art and mechanical elements, carpentry tools, chemicals, paints and rigging in our immersive arts exhibition. This position will be responsible for the maintenance and preservation of a wide variety of installations, materials, and mechanisms as well as the design, fabrication, and installation of new exhibit elements to meet the growing needs of the exhibition. In addition to routine maintenance and inspections the Exhibition Art and Scenic Associate will be involved in the installation of future exhibition development and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

How you will do it…

• The Exhibition Art and Scenic Associate will perform inspections and carry out routine maintenance of art throughout the exhibition. Including show graphics, scenic elements, murals, sculptures, overhead installations, dioramas, textiles, rockwork, furniture, and mechanical elements. Be a collaborative and constructive member of the overall team in Exhibitions bringing constructive ideas to your leadership.
• Take action and track timely fixes and repairs of any immediately solvable safety and guest experience issues. Operate with autonomy and initiative while problem solving a wide range of art damage. Maintain a safe and clean working environment both in the exhibition while working and in the back of house workshop.
• Design, fabricate, theme and install new or rework of existing exhibition elements to better serve our guest experience. Ability to take creative direction, work through an iterative design process, and produce finished parts for use in the exhibition.
• Document repairs, maintenance, upgrades, reworks, changes, and new designs. Keep detailed up to date records for all exhibition elements and processes. Ensure appropriate PPE is used based on SDS standards as they apply to Hazardous Materials including reactive epoxies, sculpting materials, and paints.
• You are responsible to analyze, observe and propose ideas for improvements to elongate lifespan and quality of the artistic imagery. You are responsible to communicate effectively with your team and pay close attention to detail. Balance both the care of the visual aesthetics and functional mechanics aspects of the exhibition art through attention to detail.
• You will regularly track work conducted in our maintenance and inspection database and ensure the accuracy of the data being entered.
• You will be using Google drives to organize files, share files, send meeting planners and direct emails.
• You will execute work related to chemicals or tools with the greatest respect for training that has been delivered and best practice safety standards.

Required Qualifications:

To be successful in this role…

• 1-3 years of professional experience working in museum, public installations, immersive arts, scenic design production, or theme parks in one or more of the following disciplines:
• Art restoration and art preservation: fine art, artistic painting/murals, installation art maintenance,
• Digital Fabrication: 3D printing, CNC Milling, laser cutting, vinyl cutting, and vacuum forming CAD designs, parametric modeling,
• Metalworking: welding, grinding, cutting, assembly
• Woodworking: finish carpentry, scenic design
• Sculpture: Casting and mold making, additive and subtractive sculpting, mix medium and multimedia
• Scenic Artist
• Mechanical prowess in design or engineering
• Rigging
• Experience with design software, such as Illustrator, Photoshop, Rhino, Fusion 360, Blender.

It would be nice to have:

• Demonstrate flexibility and a receptiveness to change.
• Dual language skills, especially but not limited to English and Spanish.
• Prior work experience using aerial work platforms & fall protection.
• OSHA 10 General Industry
• A portfolio or past work in the fine arts an asset
• Workshop tools and heavy tool experience such as air work platforms

What you will bring:

• A strong embracing attitude that safety is of the utmost importance to our culture at Meow Wolf.
• Prior work experience in the scenic arts, immersive arts, amusement park, themed entertainment, recreation facility, or public art exhibitions.
• Creative problem solving, brainstorming and flexibility to collaborate with others in creating solutions.
• Prior work experience in a design or fabrication related field.
• Experience working with power tools and heavy equipment.
• A collaborative, can do attitude working as a positive member of the team.
• Education / formal training in the scenic arts, fine arts, graphic design an asset

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:

Must be available to work a flexible schedule including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays. This job primarily operates but not limited to an indoor setting with exposure to noisy environments, working around dust and fumes, dim lighting, strong visual effects including strobing lights, special effects, fog machines and small and/or enclosed spaces.

Physical Demands:

Physical ability to walk, stand, take stairs/elevators, climb ladders and navigate the elements during the day and night. Employee may be required to lift up to 75 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Job duties will include the use of maintenance shop tools, paints, cleaning equipment, cleaning agents and chemicals.

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 variable, part time position. There is no set schedule or availability of hours. Work is offered to those who are available to accept it. Shifts will be communicated and once accepted, shifts must be worked as assigned, in compliance with company policy. This position requires a flexible schedule to accommodate both times the exhibit is closed to the public as well as normal operating hours. Evening, overnight, weekend and holiday work are required as job duties demand.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

This position does not require supervisory responsibility.

Travel

This position does not require travel

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.