Meow Wolf is hiring: Graphic Designer (Project Based Role) in California

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.

Job Description

Meow Wolf’s Brand Creative Team is seeking a highly skilled graphic designer to work across many divisions of our company including exhibitions, events, marketing, immersive events design, products, merchandise and more.

The ideal candidate will be able to design for a variety of mediums and formats -including web, print, social, products, social media content, etc. Our Designers have the skills and experience to complete projects ranging from individual assets to large integrated marketing campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

• Design original pieces, including illustrations and infographics
• Generate ideas to portray concepts and advertise products/services
• Maintain brand consistency throughout all our marketing projects
• Communicate with relevant teams to ensure deadlines are met
• Collaborate with a variety of departments as required, including exhibitions, marketing, merchandising, operations, show management, production design, creative direction and fabrication
• Prioritize projects based on importance and urgency of deadline.
• Work closely with fellow graphic designers on ideating, concepting and resource sharing.
• Participate in the ideation, presentation and execution of assignments, following through on all creative deliverables.
• Be responsible for the quality, timeliness and effectiveness of projects, to ensure that final design assets are completed to specifications.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a graphic designer
• Knowledge and experience with Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience working with print and digital standards and mediums
• Have a broad understanding of and ability to execute the various types of graphic design.
• Ability to stay focused under pressure, prioritizing and managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Able to drive improvement of company graphics standards and be a self-starter
• A portfolio of professional design work that demonstrates skills and experience in the graphic design field
• Demonstrated keen visual aesthetic through portfolio
• Solid ability to communicate about design strengths and weaknesses
• Thorough understanding of grid systems and typography
• Natural curiosity for new emerging technologies

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.

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!

Benefits

• 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