Director of Production, Exhibition Content and Media

We use cookies to make the safest and most effective website possible. Decline Accept Cookies Director of Production, Exhibition Content and Media page is loaded Apply time type Full time posted on Posted 24 Days Ago job requisition id JR101880 Privacy Notice for California Applicants and Employees Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. 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: Location: Santa Fe, New York, or Los Angeles Compensation: The salary range for this position is $121,391 to $167,520. Compensation is based on location and experience. Deadline: The deadline for submitting applications for this position is August 8, 2025. Meow Wolf reserves the right to extend this deadline if needed. ## Job Summary: This position will act as production leader for Meow Wolf’s Exhibition Content efforts and will be the source of oversight, creative coordination, budgeting, scheduling and production planning for a robust slate of in-exhibition content planned for Meow Wolf’s new exhibitions and in support of Marketing or other media needs within the company. This individual should be a leader who can work extremely well with others, an exceptional communicator, very organized, and have a desire to help pioneer new approaches to media for an evolving company. This position will partner with creative leaders from across the company to define project needs, and will identify both in-house resources, as well as third party partners and vendors, to achieve project-specific creative objectives. This role will manage a team of internal creative resources, as well as being responsible for strong relationships (including contracting, negotiating, and oversight) with key external partners, vendors and studios. This role will be responsible for establishing project-specific processes, and overseeing production and delivery across multiple pipelines. “In-Exhibition Content & Media” at Meow Wolf encompasses a diverse range of needs - including live action & animated content, gaming, VR/AR and other emerging immersive media technologies, and often requires complex integration and experience design needs in an Location Based Entertainment context. This is a critical role as the company rapidly evolves its experiences and capabilities - and we are looking for a candidate with great flexibility and a strategic mindset. ## Key Responsibilities: * Responsible for overall pipeline of media content production for Meow Wolf’s exhibitions - inclusive of live-action video, animation, gaming, VR/XR/Immersive content, and other emerging media opportunities * Working closely with Exhibition senior creative leadership to ensure integrity of creative vision in line with Meow Wolf’s brand, aesthetics, and strategic goals including diversity. * Supporting Content Creative Directors and other collaborators in achieving artistic and creative vision. * Managing multiple production teams across multiple projects, both internal and external. * Provide high level supervision to multiple productions at once and be able to manage in-house bandwidth to best achieve the goals. * Ensuring all projects are delivered on time and on budget. * Identify and manage external partners, studios and vendors and oversee production & delivery processes. * Manage the in-house Media Content production resources including creating staffing plans, department budgets, coordinating with other MW departments, and working with an Exhibition’s project leaders to understand scope, schedule, and budget for coming productions. * Give performance reviews, approve overtime, and all other functional leadership duties as required. * Fostering an environment in which the creative talents of all creative contributors can flourish. * Providing, and sharing with the production team, industry standard budgets, schedules and once projects are approved, helping to track costs, manage potential overages, and provide real time project updates to MW leadership. ## Required Qualifications * Minimum 10 years industry experience as a film, television or new media producer. * Thorough understanding of all the creative processes of media production, including pre-production, design, casting, technical & pipeline setup, post-production, screenwriting, directing, editing and music. * Creative and collaborative mindset with a deep knowledge of cinematic language, storytelling and immersive experience. * Experience working on SAG and union productions. * Discreet and professional when handling sensitive information. Must maintain the highest degree of confidentiality. * Self-motivated, self-managing, and patient with yourself and others. * Must be receptive to direction and perform well within a team environment. * Able to manage multiple tasks and the intuition to make calm, solution-driven decisions in a fast-paced work environment. * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * Excellent organizational skills with a strong attention to detail. * Excellent interpersonal skills and a sense of humor. * Adaptable to changing needs and possess the ability to take on new tasks. * Ability to handle sensitive tasks accurately and confidentially. * Computer savvy and capable of learning new computer programs. ## 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: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and scanners. This position also works in an indoor setting with exposure to noisy environments, dim lighting, strong visual effects including strobing lights, special effects, fog machines and small and/ or enclosed spaces. ## Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical ability to walk, stand, and take stairs/slides/elevators. Employee may be required to remain in a sitting or standing position for prolonged periods, and repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. 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 full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Supervisor Responsibilities: This position does require supervisory responsibility. ## Travel This position will require moderate travel (25%-30%) ## 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.