The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International

Have 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 Art Director leads the development of creative concepts for ad campaigns and content for various platforms, including video  (broadcast, onsite, and digital), OOH, email, digital signage, social media, print, and collateral. With a background in advertising agency Art Direction, the Art Director drives the creation of compelling communication and content that engages and informs its intended audiences while driving business for our company. Working as part of a Writer/AD team or collaboratively in a larger group  setting, this position conceives and develops creative ad campaign concepts, crafts client pitches, and provides conceptual direction  and leadership for advertising best practices

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

Partner with copywriters, designers, digital and social media teams and designers, Art Director to lead and shape art  direction and creative campaign concepts; ensure that concepts communicate quickly and clearly, meet corporate and  client expectations, and are within meet property brand standards and budgets

Oversee conceptual techniques specific to art direction and creative ad campaigns. Lead others by sharing this knowledge,  mentoring, and contributing to a culture of continuing education

Ensure all creative (traditional, digital, and social) is effectively integrated to support holistic, integrated marketing  Be adept at evaluating, hiring, and working with photographers, directors, motion graphics artists, and other outside vendors to execute concepts. Be fully knowledgeable of industry best practices in all areas

Take a leadership role in partnering with brand teams, social teams as well as other stakeholders to create conceptual  advertising campaigns and content ideas

Provide strategic insights in property client meetings; utilize critical thinking and conceptual solutions based on global  trends and company positioning

Be fully knowledgeable of and diligent in ensuring that property brand standards are maintained across all project platforms: traditional, digital, and social.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience

2+ Years of art direction experience at an agency, in-house or freelance

Providing your Portfolio

Advanced knowledge of the level and type of creative resource that is needed (from conception to execution) across  multiple types of creative deliverables

Proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally

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 

Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)

Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community

Pay Range:

The typical pay range for this role is:

Minimum - Maximum

$74,200.00 - $123,700.00

Please keep in mind that this range represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual salary offer will take into account a wide range of factors, including location.

This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s incentive plan.

Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans as well as 401(k) and time off plans. Specific program offerings vary by eligibility factors such as geographic location, employment status, and union membership.

Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!