Exhibition Art & Scenic Technician

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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:

Location: (On-Site) Los Angeles, CA 

Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is $32.25/hr. 

Meow Wolf's hourly rate scales set the expected pay for this position as determined by position grade. Off-scale rates may be offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.

Job Summary:

The Exhibition Art & Scenic Technician is a hands-on role responsible for maintaining, repairing, preserving, and improving the scenic and artistic elements within Meow Wolf’s immersive exhibition experience. This role works with a wide range of guest-facing artwork, scenic finishes, sculptural elements, props, furniture, murals, graphics, mechanical elements, and custom-built installations.

This position is focused on daily exhibition support, routine inspections, maintenance, repairs, fabrication, documentation, and small improvements that help keep the exhibition safe, visually excellent, functional, and aligned with the creative intent of the work.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented maker and problem-solver with experience in scenic fabrication, themed entertainment, immersive attractions, public art, museums, theater, sculpture, props, finishes, or other creative production environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily exhibition readiness by completing opening checks, resolving scenic/art issues before opening when possible, and responding to guest-facing art or scenic needs during operating hours.

• Perform inspections, maintenance, repairs, and touch-ups for scenic, artistic, and guest-facing exhibition elements.

• Maintain and preserve show graphics, scenic finishes, murals, sculptures, props, furniture, textiles, rockwork, mechanical elements, and other custom installations.

• Respond to guest-facing art, scenic, safety, or show-quality issues and complete timely repairs when possible.

• Fabricate, theme, install, or rework exhibition elements to support maintenance needs, guest experience, and ongoing improvements.

• Work from creative direction, reference materials, drawings, or existing finishes to match the visual intent of the exhibition.

• Use appropriate tools, materials, paints, adhesives, coatings, sculpting materials, fasteners, and fabrication techniques safely and effectively.

• Document repairs, maintenance, upgrades, reworks, material choices, and recurring issues in the maintenance/task management system.

• Maintain safe, clean, and organized exhibition work areas, back-of-house spaces, and shop areas.

• Use appropriate PPE and follow SDS, chemical, tool, access equipment, and workplace safety practices.

• Collaborate with Art & Scenic, Exhibition Technology, Facilities, Operations, Creative, vendors, artists, and other partners.

• Observe exhibition conditions and guest interaction patterns to recommend improvements that extend the life and quality of scenic and artistic elements.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant hands-on experience in scenic fabrication, themed entertainment, immersive attractions, public art, museums, theater, sculpture, props, fabrication, finishes, or similar creative production environments.

• Experience maintaining, repairing, fabricating, or installing artistic, scenic, or custom-built elements.

• Familiarity with one or more scenic/art disciplines such as painting, sculpting, carpentry, fabrication, finishes, restoration, installation, mold making, casting, textiles, graphics, or mechanical elements.

• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, paints, adhesives, coatings, and common scenic/fabrication materials.

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair guest-facing damage with attention to safety, durability, and visual quality.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to match existing finishes, textures, colors, materials, or artistic intent.

• Strong communication, collaboration, self-management, and documentation skills.

• Commitment to safe work practices around tools, chemicals, access equipment, materials, and public-facing environments.

• Formal education is welcome but not required; equivalent professional experience, technical training, portfolio work, or industry certification may all be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in themed entertainment, immersive attractions, theme parks, high-end escape rooms, museums, public art, theater, live entertainment, or similar environments.

• Experience with scenic painting, murals, faux finishes, sculpture, mold making, casting, woodworking, metalworking, plastics, textiles, graphics, or prop fabrication.

• Experience with digital fabrication such as 3D printing, CNC, laser cutting, vinyl cutting, vacuum forming, CAD, or design software.

• Familiarity with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Fusion 360, Blender, or equivalent tools.

• Experience using aerial work platforms, ladders, fall protection, or rigging-adjacent work.

• OSHA 10 General Industry or similar safety training.

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time position, working an average of 40 hours a week. It 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.

Work environment & 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.  

• Must be available to work a flexible schedule including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.

• This job primarily operates but is 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 ability to walk, stand, take stairs/elevators, climb ladders and navigate the elements during the day and night.

• Employees 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.          

• All employees will comply with company and OSHA standard workplace safety protocols. 

Supervisor Responsibilities:

This position does not require supervisory responsibility.

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.

Meow Wolf will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance.

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.