Assistant Director of Creative Services - Corporate

MGM Resorts International • Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

The Associate Director Creative Producer supports and aligns with the Director of Creative Design and Services to manage assignments and deliver consistent, elevated products. The role calls for a strong creative sensibility, strategic thinking, and the ability to foster a collaborative team environment. The Associate Director helps keep work on schedule and within budget, and supports the Creative team through communication, brainstorming, and mentoring.

The position works with leadership to develop the department’s strategic vision, coordinates creative work across internal and external stakeholders, and helps design and produce event elements that meet creative objectives and brand messaging. It also contributes to team development, serves as an MGM Resorts Event Production (MREP) Ambassador, follows applicable training and safety procedures, and tracks trends across events, décor, fashion, interior design, entertainment, and technology.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of progressive experience in graphic design, creative services, print production, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience leading graphic designers, production personnel, or cross-functional creative teams.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Acrobat.
• Strong knowledge of commercial printing processes, including large-format and digital printing, color management, file preparation, substrates, and finishing techniques.
• Experience managing creative projects from concept development through production, quality assurance, and final delivery.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, competing deadlines, budgets, and production schedules.
• Experience collaborating with internal stakeholders, project managers, vendors, and production teams to deliver creative solutions aligned with brand standards and business objectives.
• Strong understanding of brand identity, visual communication, typography, layout, and design principles.
• Experience reviewing and approving creative deliverables, production files, proofs, and finished products for quality and accuracy.
• Experience with resource allocation, workflow management, and vendor relationship management.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in hospitality, entertainment, gaming, convention, trade show, live event, or experiential marketing environments.
• Experience with environmental graphics, event signage, wayfinding, branded installations, scenic graphics, and large-scale experiential activations.
• Knowledge of large-format print equipment, fabrication processes, and materials used in event graphics and signage.
• Experience managing outsourced print vendors, production costs, and operational efficiencies.
• Familiarity with creative workflow and project management systems, SOP development, and quality-control standards.
• Knowledge of emerging design technologies, AI-assisted creative tools, and print production innovations.
• Experience supporting high-profile events, luxury brands, corporate clients, or complex multi-venue productions.

Responsibilities

• Work with leadership to develop and refine the department’s strategic vision and goals.
• Create and maintain a workback plan aligned with internal event calendars, reporting event statuses.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop storytelling that aligns creative vision with event objectives and brand messaging.
• Strengthen partnerships with business lines within the Sales COE and related departments.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams designing, fabricating, and building event elements to ensure alignment with the creative vision.
• Develop creative solutions while preserving the overall vision.
• Lead by example through positivity, consistency, proactive problem-solving, and decision-making.
• Provide constructive feedback and facilitate professional growth.
• Represent the company as an active MGM Resorts Event Production (MREP) Ambassador in the events and entertainment industry.
• Participate in applicable training and follow safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
• Stay aware of trends in events, décor, fashion, interior design, entertainment, and technology.

Benefits

• Wellness incentive programs to support physical and mental health.
• Company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts, plus partner discounts on travel, electronics, online shopping, and more.
• Free meals in the employee dining room.
• Free parking on and off shift.
• Health and income protection benefits for eligible employees.
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities, as well as community volunteer opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed