Las Vegas Convention Center
Director of Event Design
Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada, us, 89105
Salary:
$106,300.00 - $132,900.00 Annually
Location :
Las Vegas, NV
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
LVII2069
Department:
Industry Initiatives
Section:
Event Design
Opening Date:
07/26/2024
The Role:The Director of Event Design leads the Event Design team and creates special events and meetings at the scale of Las Vegas. This position is responsible for promoting the Las Vegas brand at all events in an "only Vegas" manner and enhancing efficiencies by promoting synergies and consolidating resources. This director is an expert in project management, creative concepts, timeline planning, food and beverage, budgeting, venue selection, contracting and group logistics.
What You'll Accomplish:Keep in mind that this list is not all inclusive.Lead an Extraordinary Team:
Motivate, encourage, and direct reports to achieve organizational goals and objectives.Set measurable goals, evaluate performance, and provide constant feedback for success.Assist with the identification, selection, training, and evaluation staff.
Creative Event Design Management:
Deliver consistency and visibility of the Las Vegas brand at events.Direct event creation and cooperative efforts to set the event expectations.Collaborate and communicate with stakeholders, ad agencies, and suppliers to create on-brand sales platforms and leverage sponsorship opportunities for efficiencies and cost-effectiveness.Oversee multiple events simultaneously and all logistics to include project management, timelines, creative concepts, contract negotiation, and all financial, administrative elements, including budgeting, audiovisual, food and beverage, venue selection, transportation, etc.Conduct pre-meeting and post-event meetings to measure departmental and event metrics.
Onsite and Visible Event ManagementAttend events for onsite management, when appropriate, to ensure successful real-time execution.Direct supplier and mission partner teams to actualize the event vision.Ensure exceptional customer service to all clients, mission partners and LVCVA ambassadors by creating an atmosphere of cooperation and friendliness.Be a destination expert and knowledge resource center by staying highly visible by maintaining close contact with mission partners, and knowledgeable of the local market and event planning trends.Administrative Tasks:
Responsible for the program budget for all department efforts.Review and approve contracts, giveaways, travel, expense accounts, and other financial and administrative documents.
What We're Looking For:
Bachelor's degree in business, hospitality or a related field is preferredDemonstrated success in a leadership role in event planning and execution, preferably in destination marketing, the resort industry, or special eventsAbility to write reports, budgets, business correspondence, sales collateral, and procedure manualsAbility to work collaboratively with team and other departmentsStrong time management with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneouslyStrong interpersonal skills with above-average written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with vendors, management, and other ambassadorsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment while being detail-orientedExperience working with a wide variety of internal and external clients and outside suppliersDemonstrate commitment to valuing differences among individuals and being inclusiveProficient with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with graphics is a plusMust be able to travel and work outside regular business hours when requiredMust have or be able to obtain a passportMust be able to work non-traditional office hours as needed
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the LVCVA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at peopleconnect@lvcva.com
MANAGEMENT-CLASS BENEFITS
Your total compensation at the Authority includes not only your salary, but also the following benefits. These benefits increase your total compensation from 30 to 40 percent.
NEVADA PERS RETIREMENT PROGRAM
100% employer paid
NO SOCIAL SECURITY TAXES WITHHELD
INSURANCE - 100% Employer Paid
Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx (employee and dependents)Life Insurance - $15,000 plus an amount equal to your annual base salary up to a max of:
$200,000 for Sr. Director and Director$150,000 for Sr. Manager and Manager
Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
VOLUNTARY INSURANCE - 100% Employee Paid
Life InsuranceSupplemental InsuranceLong-Term Care InsuranceFlexible Savings Accounts (FSA & Dependent Care FSA)Pet Insurance
PERSONAL TIME OFF (PTO)
HOLIDAYS
13 per year, includes birthday
DEFERRED COMPENSATION (IRS section 457)
ANNUAL MERIT INCREASE - July
Ambassadors are eligible for an increase to base pay based on achievement of performance measures.
ANNUAL PERFORMANCE INCENTIVE
Ambassadors are eligible for a performance bonus based upon achievement of goals and successes.
OTHER
Employee Assistance ProgramEducation Assistance
NOTE: Benefits subject to change based on the discretion of management.
01
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. "See Resume" is not a substitute for any of the required employment history fields in the application process.Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully, thoroughly and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
YesNo
02
Do you have demonstrated success in a leadership role within event planning and execution, preferably in destination marketing, the resort industry, or special events?
YesNo
03
How many total years of combined working experience do you have in event planning and execution, preferably in destination marketing, the resort industry, or special events?
Less than 5 years5 - 8 yearsMore than 8 years
04
Do you have the ability to write reports, budgets, business correspondence, collateral, and procedure manuals?
YesNo
05
Do you have strong interpersonal skills with above-average written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with vendors, management, and other ambassadors?
YesNo
06
Are you able to travel for extended periods of time when necessary?
YesNo
07
Do you have a current U.S. passport for international travel?
YesNo
08
Are you able to work outside of normal business hours and respond to emergency situations when necessary?
YesNo
09
Are you proficient in Microsoft Office products, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.?
YesNo
10
Do you have strong time management with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously?
YesNo
11
Are you able to work collaboratively within a team and other departments?
YesNo
12
Are you able to work in a fast-paced environment while being detail-oriented?
YesNo
13
Do you have a bachelor's degree in business, hospitality, or in a related field?
YesNo
14
What is your desired salary for this role?
15
I have reviewed the attached job description. I understand its provisions, and I attest I am able to:•Perform the essential job functions and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation•Meet the position, customer service and safety expectations of the roleFurther, I agree I possess the expected competencies outlined in the job description necessary to be successful in the position.
YesNo
Required Question
$106,300.00 - $132,900.00 Annually
Location :
Las Vegas, NV
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
LVII2069
Department:
Industry Initiatives
Section:
Event Design
Opening Date:
07/26/2024
The Role:The Director of Event Design leads the Event Design team and creates special events and meetings at the scale of Las Vegas. This position is responsible for promoting the Las Vegas brand at all events in an "only Vegas" manner and enhancing efficiencies by promoting synergies and consolidating resources. This director is an expert in project management, creative concepts, timeline planning, food and beverage, budgeting, venue selection, contracting and group logistics.
What You'll Accomplish:Keep in mind that this list is not all inclusive.Lead an Extraordinary Team:
Motivate, encourage, and direct reports to achieve organizational goals and objectives.Set measurable goals, evaluate performance, and provide constant feedback for success.Assist with the identification, selection, training, and evaluation staff.
Creative Event Design Management:
Deliver consistency and visibility of the Las Vegas brand at events.Direct event creation and cooperative efforts to set the event expectations.Collaborate and communicate with stakeholders, ad agencies, and suppliers to create on-brand sales platforms and leverage sponsorship opportunities for efficiencies and cost-effectiveness.Oversee multiple events simultaneously and all logistics to include project management, timelines, creative concepts, contract negotiation, and all financial, administrative elements, including budgeting, audiovisual, food and beverage, venue selection, transportation, etc.Conduct pre-meeting and post-event meetings to measure departmental and event metrics.
Onsite and Visible Event ManagementAttend events for onsite management, when appropriate, to ensure successful real-time execution.Direct supplier and mission partner teams to actualize the event vision.Ensure exceptional customer service to all clients, mission partners and LVCVA ambassadors by creating an atmosphere of cooperation and friendliness.Be a destination expert and knowledge resource center by staying highly visible by maintaining close contact with mission partners, and knowledgeable of the local market and event planning trends.Administrative Tasks:
Responsible for the program budget for all department efforts.Review and approve contracts, giveaways, travel, expense accounts, and other financial and administrative documents.
What We're Looking For:
Bachelor's degree in business, hospitality or a related field is preferredDemonstrated success in a leadership role in event planning and execution, preferably in destination marketing, the resort industry, or special eventsAbility to write reports, budgets, business correspondence, sales collateral, and procedure manualsAbility to work collaboratively with team and other departmentsStrong time management with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneouslyStrong interpersonal skills with above-average written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with vendors, management, and other ambassadorsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment while being detail-orientedExperience working with a wide variety of internal and external clients and outside suppliersDemonstrate commitment to valuing differences among individuals and being inclusiveProficient with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with graphics is a plusMust be able to travel and work outside regular business hours when requiredMust have or be able to obtain a passportMust be able to work non-traditional office hours as needed
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the LVCVA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at peopleconnect@lvcva.com
MANAGEMENT-CLASS BENEFITS
Your total compensation at the Authority includes not only your salary, but also the following benefits. These benefits increase your total compensation from 30 to 40 percent.
NEVADA PERS RETIREMENT PROGRAM
100% employer paid
NO SOCIAL SECURITY TAXES WITHHELD
INSURANCE - 100% Employer Paid
Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx (employee and dependents)Life Insurance - $15,000 plus an amount equal to your annual base salary up to a max of:
$200,000 for Sr. Director and Director$150,000 for Sr. Manager and Manager
Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
VOLUNTARY INSURANCE - 100% Employee Paid
Life InsuranceSupplemental InsuranceLong-Term Care InsuranceFlexible Savings Accounts (FSA & Dependent Care FSA)Pet Insurance
PERSONAL TIME OFF (PTO)
HOLIDAYS
13 per year, includes birthday
DEFERRED COMPENSATION (IRS section 457)
ANNUAL MERIT INCREASE - July
Ambassadors are eligible for an increase to base pay based on achievement of performance measures.
ANNUAL PERFORMANCE INCENTIVE
Ambassadors are eligible for a performance bonus based upon achievement of goals and successes.
OTHER
Employee Assistance ProgramEducation Assistance
NOTE: Benefits subject to change based on the discretion of management.
01
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. "See Resume" is not a substitute for any of the required employment history fields in the application process.Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully, thoroughly and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
YesNo
02
Do you have demonstrated success in a leadership role within event planning and execution, preferably in destination marketing, the resort industry, or special events?
YesNo
03
How many total years of combined working experience do you have in event planning and execution, preferably in destination marketing, the resort industry, or special events?
Less than 5 years5 - 8 yearsMore than 8 years
04
Do you have the ability to write reports, budgets, business correspondence, collateral, and procedure manuals?
YesNo
05
Do you have strong interpersonal skills with above-average written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with vendors, management, and other ambassadors?
YesNo
06
Are you able to travel for extended periods of time when necessary?
YesNo
07
Do you have a current U.S. passport for international travel?
YesNo
08
Are you able to work outside of normal business hours and respond to emergency situations when necessary?
YesNo
09
Are you proficient in Microsoft Office products, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.?
YesNo
10
Do you have strong time management with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously?
YesNo
11
Are you able to work collaboratively within a team and other departments?
YesNo
12
Are you able to work in a fast-paced environment while being detail-oriented?
YesNo
13
Do you have a bachelor's degree in business, hospitality, or in a related field?
YesNo
14
What is your desired salary for this role?
15
I have reviewed the attached job description. I understand its provisions, and I attest I am able to:•Perform the essential job functions and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation•Meet the position, customer service and safety expectations of the roleFurther, I agree I possess the expected competencies outlined in the job description necessary to be successful in the position.
YesNo
Required Question