Production Director (Project-Based Role)

## Production Director (Project-Based Role)****Job Disclosures:**** Project-based role: This is a project-based position with an anticipated duration of 18+ months.****Location:**** Santa Fe, NMThe Visual Development *Production Director* works in a fast-paced, creative environment as an invaluable asset to the Exhibitions division of Meow Wolf. This person will provide production-focused leadership during the concept, design, planning, and execution phases of a project. On each major project, the Production Director will oversee the development and creation of concept art, signs, graphics, and brand identity as part of our production scope.* Make staffing assignments to complete all elements in their purview, and negotiate staffing needs with other stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of the overall in-house asset development scope.* Provide ongoing direction of labor estimates and production timelines.* Contribute to overall production element prioritization and critical path planning, working in conjunction with project leadership and key stakeholders.* Track changes to original scope and update overall labor, materials, and timeline accordingly* Direct the conversation around all change order requests, working with Project leadership and key stakeholders to reach an agreement around priorities within the remaining budget and timeline.* Oversee all scheduling efforts in relevant project management tools and ensure that Airtable database entries are up to date with all relevant information.* Provide progress reports to Project and Divisional leadership team* Continually re-strategize process based on team and leadership feedback* Provide input to yearly performance reviews based on working experience with Visual Development team members* 5+ years of experience as a subject matter expert in creative production (film, video game, theater, exhibition, graphic design, concept art)* 4+ years of management experience* Strong ability to read, understand, and apply information from technical drawings, material specifications and applicable regulatory documents* Strong proficiency in Visual Development disciplines (concept art, graphic design, branding, illustration, 3D concept art, etc.).* Discreet and professional when handling sensitive information. Must maintain the highest degree of confidentiality* Able to manage the workflow of interdependent teams and resources within the department* Strong understanding of finance and accounting functions and how they relate to budgeting of projects and internal scopes of work* Excellent oral and written communication skills. Able to communicate effectively between creators, managers, vendors, and project leaders.* Experience developing documentation processes and implementing them across many teams with the input of multiple stakeholders* Strong understanding of materials and techniques ranging from digital art, to fabrication, to technical execution, and production.* Strong knowledge of brand systems, concept art techniques, signage, and/or graphics.* Excellent organizational skills with a strong attention to detail.* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to find flexible cooperation with our various company and project partners.* Adaptable to changing needs and possesses the ability to take on new tasks.* Able to learn new computer platforms quickly.* Airtable, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Adobe, Procreate proficient.**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.* 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
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