Manager Live Events Operations
MGM Resorts International
Manager Live Events Operations
Job Description
US, NevadaThe SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts InternationalHave you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.THE JOB:The primary purpose of the Manager of Live Events, Operations is to oversee the planning, logistical coordination, and on-site execution of a diverse portfolio of sports and entertainment events, pro-ams, activations, and hospitality experiences. This role serves as the primary backstage contact for key cross-functional partners—including Conversions, Security, Guest Services, and Décor Production. As well as the Game Operations logistics, including but not limited to officials, floor staff, clock & scoreboard staff, stats crew, etc. The ideal candidate possesses a strong expertise in event logistics to ensure every event meets MGMRI's premier standards of excellence.THE DAY-TO-DAY:Lead the detailing of event logistics including event notes, room layouts, furniture requests, staffing assignments and guidelines, media centers, and credential assignmentsServe as a primary on-site operational contact for venue departments including but not limited to security, guest services, and conversionsLead the game operations including hiring and overseeing operational floor staff including but not limited to officials, floor staff, clock & scoreboard staff, stats crew, replay, and timingAct as the onsite liaison for sports teams and event partners including facilitating event manuals, practice requests, laundry needs, hydration stations, locker room changeovers, bench management and overall day-to-day movementsWork closely with MGMRI event partners to ensure alignment over event objectives and budgetsCollaborates with executive leadership to develop and meet company goals while supplying expertise and guidance on operationsEnsures all project elements are communicated in a timely and comprehensive manner across all MGMRI Center of Excellence (COE) groups (property leadership, executive teams, finance, marketing, risk, casino marketing, revenue management, etc.)Work alongside internal and external décor companies to elevate event buildsAncillary Events: Plan and execute secondary event programming within the larger tournament footprint (e.g., welcome receptions, VIP dinners, after-parties)THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:2+ years of prior relevant experience in entertainment, sports, events, or a related fieldTHE PERKS & BENEFITS:Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally.Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees).Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more.Free meals in our employee dining room.Free parking on and off shift.Healthcare, financial, and time off benefits.Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community.VIEW JOB DESCRIPTION:https://mgmresorts.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&jobcode=11594Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!
Locations
- NV, Home Office - US
Responsibilities
- Lead the detailing of event logistics including event notes, room layouts, furniture requests, staffing assignments and guidelines, media centers, and credential assignments
- Serve as a primary on-site operational contact for venue departments including but not limited to security, guest services, and conversions
- Lead the game operations including hiring and overseeing operational floor staff including but not limited to officials, floor staff, clock & scoreboard staff, stats crew, replay, and timing
- Act as the onsite liaison for sports teams and event partners including facilitating event manuals, practice requests, laundry needs, hydration stations, locker room changeovers, bench management and overall day-to-day movements
- Work closely with MGMRI event partners to ensure alignment over event objectives and budgets
- Collaborates with executive leadership to develop and meet company goals while supplying expertise and guidance on operations
- Ensures all project elements are communicated in a timely and comprehensive manner across all MGMRI Center of Excellence (COE) groups (property leadership, executive teams, finance, marketing, risk, casino marketing, revenue management, etc.)
- Work alongside internal and external décor companies to elevate event builds
- Ancillary Events: Plan and execute secondary event programming within the larger tournament footprint (e.g., welcome receptions, VIP dinners, after-parties)
- Lead the detailing of event logistics including event notes, room layouts, furniture requests, staffing assignments and guidelines, media centers, and credential assignments
- Serve as a primary on-site operational contact for venue departments including but not limited to security, guest services, and conversions
- Lead the game operations including hiring and overseeing operational floor staff including but not limited to officials, floor staff, clock & scoreboard staff, stats crew, replay, and timing
- Act as the onsite liaison for sports teams and event partners including facilitating event manuals, practice requests, laundry needs, hydration stations, locker room changeovers, bench management and overall day-to-day movements
- Work closely with MGMRI event partners to ensure alignment over event objectives and budgets
- Collaborates with executive leadership to develop and meet company goals while supplying expertise and guidance on operations
- Ensures all project elements are communicated in a timely and comprehensive manner across all MGMRI Center of Excellence (COE) groups (property leadership, executive teams, finance, marketing, risk, casino marketing, revenue management, etc.)
- Work alongside internal and external décor companies to elevate event builds
- Ancillary Events: Plan and execute secondary event programming within the larger tournament footprint (e.g., welcome receptions, VIP dinners, after-parties)
Benefits
- general: Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally.
- general: Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees).
- general: Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more.
- general: Free meals in our employee dining room.
- general: Free parking on and off shift.
- general: Healthcare, financial, and time off benefits.
- general: Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community.
- general: Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally.
- general: Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees).
- general: Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more.
- general: Free meals in our employee dining room.
- general: Free parking on and off shift.
- general: Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community.
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