Creative Director, Events

For this position, you must have full-scale event design, inception, and execution experience. ABOUT THE POSITIONHere is a rare opportunity to join the premier creative department within the number one Destination Management Company. As an Executive Producer / Director of Creative, you will lead the creative team as it continually strives to over-deliver on client expectations. This client is looking for a career-minded individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy work environment where excellence is the norm and who excels in a business built on relationships.The successful, diplomatic team player will be innovative and able to apply creativity and imagination to proactive problem-solving and decision-making. They will possess 3-5 years’ leadership/management event planning/sales experience as well as the ability to perform in a diverse environment with a focus on customer service. Overall, this position requires attention to detail, organization, precise oral and written communication, multi-tasking, meeting/exceeding deadlines, cooperation, teamwork, creativity, ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with co-workers and clients, a polished demeanor, and resourcefulness.Knowledge of the Las Vegas market and resources (Props, Décor, production, linen, entertainment, etc.) and local geography, hotels and locations is a plus!ABOUT THE CLIENT:This National Destination Management company has over 13 offices nationwide, over 250 employees, and growing. They are the collaborators, event planners, logistics coordinators, innovators, creators, and dreamers who do what they love with a passion to please. They have over 57 industry awards for their hard work and strong values. Come be part of this award-winning and hard-working team where you create your own “work-life harmony” where “Integrity” leads the way as one of their six values.WORK HOURS:The position does not have a specific work hour requirement. Rather, the workload is tremendous, unpredictable, and seasonal. During our busy season, January through May, you would typically work a minimum of 50 hours a week, including some nights and weekends. RESPONSIBILITIES:Receive all RFP’s- review, distribute, or return to Sales Teams with direction.Assist with internal sales development, AE improvement, “CreativNexte Selling” of other productsFollow up on pending proposalsAttend weekly sales meetingMaintains vendor relations, along with setting vendor standards and proceduresPeriodic buying review, set buying strategy with the Vice PresidentResolves all conflicts and facilitates all negotiations – non-program relatedApprove all new product development (everyone participates but submits to the Director)Direct routine sales tools, new product and/or training for teams via sales meetings with the assistance of VPCreate proposals, self-assigned as Director and once “proposed”, maintain contact with Sales team until contractedProduce/Operate events (including draft of production schedules), as often as possible, produce those you proposeReconcile P&L’s (BILLING REVIEW)Review and set training standards for training of new coordinators, account and ops managers Continuous education: Certification programAssist with internal sales development, AE improvement, “Creative Selling” of other products (ex. off property “up sale”)BENEFITSThe company provides laptop, mileage reimbursement, cell phone reimbursement, health benefits, and a 401K program. If you are looking for a unique and challenging position that will let you flex your creative muscles, send us your resume and creative deck today!This company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This job posting is managed by a recruiting service, Shannon Connex Recruiting.