Show Audio Engineer
Company: Meow Wolf
Location: Santa Fe
Posted on: May 3, 2024
Job Description:
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, NMThe opening
salary for this position is $87,418.00Sound 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.RequirementsYou 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
functionsYou 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
guestsPlease visit www.meowwolf.com/careers for more
information.
Keywords: Meow Wolf, Santa Fe , Show Audio Engineer, Engineering , Santa Fe, New Mexico
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