Special Events Coordinator - MGM Grand

Become one of the stars behind The SHOW and become part of the world's most powerful entertainment brands. Our Company has one exciting mission: To entertain the human race.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The primary responsibility of the Special Events Coordinator is to support the Special Events and/or Slot Marketing Department with the overall planning, coordination, and execution of all events and promotions. All duties are to be performed in accordance with department and property policies, practices and procedures.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the overall planning, coordination, and execution of all events and promotions; coordinate assistance from other departments, such as PBX, Engineering, Sign Shop, etc., as necessary
• Compose event and promotion-related communications, including guest letters, property wide memos, event fact sheets and all property event and promotion collateral
• Research, develop and manage relationships with vendors/entertainment to ensure all prerequisites are met during the events and promotions
• Create rules for all events and promotions; seek approval from Compliance, Legal and Marketing teams as appropriate
• Recommend gifts for events/promotions and schedules, prepare gift presentations
• Process payments for vendors and event/promotion collateral, including creating check requisitions and purchase requisitions for approval and ensure payment is received
• Attend events and promotions to ensure all details are attended to and serve as the point of contact for any potential issues
• Perform other job-related duties as requested

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Players Club/Patron, Opera, VIPR, Cognos 8, SQL, Symposium, APrimo, ORS, E commerce, CTS, and other relevant software
• Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and verbal forms
• Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast paced, team-oriented environment
• Excellent organizational skills to function effectively under time constraints and within established deadlines, with particular attention to detail
• Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all business contacts

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of experience in Special Events or a related field
• Work varied shifts, to include weekends and holidays

PREFERRED:

• Two (2) years of experience in Special Events or a related field
• Experience working in a similar resort setting
• Bilingual

Location:
Las Vegas, Nevada