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Exhibition Technology Senior Specialist

Meow Wolf, Inc., Los Angeles, CA, United States


****Location:**** (On-Site) Los Angeles, CA****Compensation:**** The starting hourly rate for this position is $35.25/hr.

Compensation may vary based on candidate location and experience.

The Exhibition Technology Senior Specialist works as a technologist in a unique and exceptional immersive arts exhibition covering areas of lighting, sound, video, projections, networking, show power, control & automation, interactive game mechanics, computer art installations, and animatronics.

The Exhibition Technology Senior Specialist is responsible for repairs and preventive maintenance of exhibit technology, along with design and development of enhancements related to the functionality & overall experience of the exhibition. The ideal candidate should be proficient in redesigning or the rebuilding of problematic systems or installation of new systems during new installations. The Exhibition Technology team is tasked with operating and maintaining the exhibition daily, supporting special events, media events and contributing to new exhibit installations.* Working collaboratively with all Meow Wolf Staff within the exhibition staff and sister exhibitions to support the team.* building, knowledge transfer and problem solving techniques.* Respond and resolve any immediately solvable technical problems.* Document all maintenance and inspections using the Corporate CMMS.* Support all exhibit staff members as needed on projects and repairs.* Review and document in the Bug Reports and Tech Failure Log for updates/changes in daily operation.* Install, test and report on new software and firmware upgrades.* Report needs of parts to the Exhibition Manager.* Clean, and maintain all exhibit tech pieces, tech closet
ook electronics and exhibit technical equipment.* Work independently and in partnership with other exhibit teams to keep the exhibition clean, safe and functional.* Update new media content and programming to exhibit devices and controllers as needed.* Install, replace, connect, configure, and test any electronic devices, parts, tech equipment, computers, etc. as needed.* Work with the Facility Maintenance team to solve any AC power problems, or upgrades.* Observe guest interactions with the exhibition to conceptualize enhancements for the guest experience.* Design and implementation of guest experience enhancements.* Upgrading, enhancing, and the recreation of exhibit assets to better service their operation and functionality.* Document all exhibit as-builts, upgrades and changes.* Other duties as assigned.* Active Licensure or Certification in at least one of following:

+ AVIXA CTS, CTS-I, CTS-CT, CTS-A, CTS-V

+ ESPA EST

+ QSYS L3

+ (OR) Accredited Degree in a field listed above (Masters, etc.)* Has a dedicated respect for safety standards and practices.* Is competent and proficient in one or more of the following specialties:

+ Theatrical Lighting and Projection / Video Systems

+ Audio Systems, specifically Q-SYS & Networked Audio Protocols such as Dante

+ Architectural Lighting Systems

+ TouchDesigner, Max/MSP, other Visual Programming Environments

+ Processing, Arduino IDE, C++, Python, & other Creative Programming Environments

+ Electrical Engineering and Low Voltage Electronics

+ Creative Technology and Physical Computing

+ Network Engineering Principles* Reading & comprehending other people’s code & documentation and ability to adjust code.* Basic knowledge of GitHub and version controlled project management.* Has strong communication skills and ability to collaborate.* Has strong ability to self-manage and work collaboratively.* Has strong organizational and documentation capabilities.* Is highly detail oriented, meticulous, and organized.* Has strong fabrication skills and is skilled with power and hand tools.- 5 Plus years of professional experience working in performing arts, live events, immersive arts or theme park in one or more of the following disciplines:

* Emerging New Media Technologies: Generative audio and video, augmented and virtual reality, LIDAR and position tracking.

* Entertainment Technology: Lighting, sound, moving lights, video and projections, show and ride control systems, system automation/programming/scheduling.

* Software Development: front end web development, micro controller firmware programming (Arduino, Teensy, Raspberry pi, Advatek, Onlogic), programming(Processing, C++, Python), network messaging (OSC, UDP/TCP).

* Electrical or mechanical engineering: PCB design, layout and fabrication, working with sensors and electrical components (relays, solenoids, actuators, pneumatics, servos, motors), systems integration.

* Digital fabrication: 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC milling, CAD designs, parametric modeling.* Demonstrated competency troubleshooting and repairing embedded systems that incorporate Arduino, Teensy, and Raspberry Pi.* Advanced understanding of Max / MSP.* Advanced understanding of Touch Designer.* Ability to design using CAD & CAM software for use and fabrication with 3d printing, laser cutting, and CNC milling machines.* Show Lighting Programming, in particular working with ETC systems.* Advanced understanding of Network Engineering & IT infrastructure.* Adept in programming languages such as Python, C/C++, Node Red, JavaScript; frameworks like NodeJS, Svelte/React; and protocols like OSC, MIDI, TCP/UDP.* Familiarity with PCBs, logic circuits, schematics, sensors/components, prototyping, and layout.* Comfortable configuring, troubleshooting, and administering Linux computers from the command line, Macs from the GUI and command line, and Windows PCs.* Experience with projectors and media servers.* OSHA 10 General Industry.**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 #J-18808-Ljbffr