Exec Dir Entertainment Strategy & Development

J  o  b    D  e  s  c  r  i  p  t  i  o  n

Job Profile Title:

Exec Dir Entertainment Strategy & Development

Job Code:

12980

Business_Title

Exec Dir Entertainment Strategy & Development

Profile Title:

12980 Exec Dir Entertainment Strategy & Development

Grade / Band:

L4

FLSA Status:

Exempt

The Executive Director of Entertainment Strategy and Development will provide oversight and strategic direction to internal teams and external partners to maximize the profitability of the shared entertainment portfolio through all business functions and segments (operations, marketing, ticketing, finance, etc.). This position will be involved in developing the strategy for future entertainment development projects (e.g., Dubai and Japan). The candidate will collaborate with entertainment partners and lead internal teams who interact with partners to ensure alignment with the Entertainment Center of Excellence's (CoE) overall strategy and goals.

Provide strategic direction, leadership, and oversight for defining and achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) and budgets for MGM Resorts' entertainment division

Lead the development of the annual and 5-year plans and budgets for the entertainment and sports division through collaboration with division senior leadership. Work with Corporate FP&A on monthly reporting for the division.

Provide primary stakeholder input in defining the entertainment and sports strategy for development projects and for new resorts (e.g., Dubai and Japan).

Conduct research projects on new and emerging forms of entertainment that MGM should consider.

Manage the business development process for new entertainment projects including identifying potential partners, conducting due diligence and business planning, and negotiating new entertainment deals and concepts.

Consult with senior leaders to identify areas of underperformance and create and deliver mitigating actions across the entertainment division. Create a culture of innovation to drive continuous improvement.

Lead cross functional teams in the execution of division initiatives to achieve department goals.

Collaborate closely with various internal and external leaders on process, positioning, and development of new entertainment offerings in partnership with our entertainment partners.

Performs other job-related duties as requested

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Bachelor's Degree

Business, Marketing, or related area of study.

Required

6+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Operational and leadership experience in Entertainment, Venue Operations, or a related field.

Required

Previous experience working in a similarly-sized resort setting.

Required

Previous experience overseeing multiple venues/partnerships.

Preferred

Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, and business acumen skills.

Ability to identify strategic needs, resource projects, develop recommendations, and lead change implementation with little or now direction.

Ability to multitask and prioritize under pressure of deadlines while working independently; knows how to escalate appropriately, efficiently, and effectively.

Ability to communicate effectively in English, in both written and oral forms.

Strong collaboration skills to work with a variety of internal/external constituencies, develop partner relationships and rapport, and influence thinking of senior executives.

Proven client management skills, including ability to interact with and influence senior company executives.

Demonstrated initiative, drive, and attention to detail; understands short- and long-term goals and can handle details to ensure successful project completion.

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 suite of products, including Excel and PowerPoint.

Ability to effectively translate long-term strategic vision into short-and medium-term tactical operational initiatives, goals, and projects, both upwards and downwards in the organization.

Ability to communicate both the technical details as well as provide high-level summaries and overviews to reach multiple constituents.

Critical thinker and able to be a strategic thought partner to senior level and property leadership teams.

Balancing

X

Bending

X

Carrying 10 pounds

X

Clear speech - simple

X

Clear speech - complex

X

Climbing

X

Distant vision

X

Driving

X

Flexibility - upper body

X

Flexibility - lower body

X

Hearing/Listening

X

Kneeling

X

Lifting 10 pounds

X

Near vision

X

Normal vision

X

Pushing/Pulling

X

Reaching

X

Sitting

X

Standing

X

Typing

X

Walking

X

Communication - verbal

X

Communication - written

X

Confined area

X

Contacts - works alone

X

Contacts - works around others

X

Contacts - works with others

X

Exposure to dust / dirt

X

Exposure to fumes / odors

X

Extreme cold

X

Extreme heat

X

Fast pace

X

Hazardous conditions - chemicals

X

Hazardous conditions - high structures

X

Hazardous conditions - high voltage

X

Indoors

X

Noise levels - low to moderate

X

Noise levels - high

X

Office conditions

X

Outdoors

X

Restricted area

X

Shifts

X

Smoke

X

Travel

X

Wet/Humid

X

Analytical

X

Clerical

X

Comprehension

X

Crisis incidents

X

Customer service

X

Decision making

X

High pressure

X

Judgment

X

Long hours

X

Math skills - advance

X

Math skills - basic

X

Organization

X

Reading - simple

X

Reading - complex

X

Repetition

X

Tight deadlines

X

Writing - simple

X

Writing - complex

X