Resident Creative | Merlin

RWS Global • Orlando, FL

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the VP, Creative, the Resident Creative is responsible for supporting the creation of RWS Global experiences with a focus on LEGOLAND ® park projects. From dreaming up the next big holiday wonderland, immersive activation, haunted house, light-up experience, large-stage production, or food-and-beverage revenue-driving experience, the Resident Creative is also responsible for upholding RWS Global and LEGO ® brand standards and ensuring the creative vision is executed to client specifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Theatre, Playwriting, Scripting, Creative Direction, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of experience in event creation, live entertainment, or leisure & attractions.
• Versatile experience in directing and/or writing live entertainment productions, narratives, immersive experiences, and/or interactive installations.
• Experience in creating permanent experiences as well as short-term experiences for families and young audiences.
• Experience and/or knowledge in food, beverage and merchandise and incorporating into experiences and/or events.
• Passionate about leisure and entertainment attractions.
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, projects, ad hoc assignments, and deadlines
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) or willingness to learn
• Motivated and effective self-starter with a record of project success.
• Independent worker with capacity for multi-tasking.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintaining a valid passport and a flexible schedule allowing for approximately 45% domestic and international travel.

Nice To Haves

• Ability/experience in light choreography and movement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead creative ideation, development, and direction for RWS Global & LEGOLAND ® live entertainment, events, and immersive experiences.
• Write and develop original, story driven concepts rooted in LEGOLAND ® brand worlds.
• Establish and guide clear creative visions across directing, choreography, scenic, costume, media, lighting, and music.
• Support early stage concept work including scripting, character development, narrative outlines, and storyboards.
• Ensuring all creative outputs align with RWS & LEGOLAND ® brand guidelines, tone, and storytelling principles, and act as a global LEGOLAND ® brand guardian.
• Champion best in class family entertainment, balancing creativity with safety, clarity, and accessibility.
• Contribute to and support a clear, efficient creative approval processes across global markets.
• Ensure creative concepts align with Merlin health, safety, and security standards.
• Partner with global and regional production, entertainment, and operations teams to deliver culturally relevant experiences across markets.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to develop and maintain global entertainment asset libraries (scripts, audio, choreography, training, brand guidance).
• Mentor and support regional Entertainment Leads, upholding global standards while enabling local creativity.
• Build strong cross functional relationships within RWS Global and Merlin to support growth and scalability.
• Stay current on themed entertainment, live experience, and family entertainment trends.
• Support market research and consumer insight analysis to inform future creative strategy.
• Identify opportunities to improve creative workflows, tools, and processes for efficiency and impact.
• Collaborate with production teams on creative scopes, schedules, and project deliverables.
• Coordinate creative schedules with on site management during rehearsals and implementation.
• Provide creative and administrative support to directors and production leadership as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Flexible working schedule and remote work options
• Company 401K
• Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Opportunity to work on a variety of project types including theme parks, resort hotels, entertainment centers, live shows, temporary experiences and many others.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level