Lead Show Production & Live Events Manager

MGM Resorts International; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness incentive programs

Hotel, F&B, retail and entertainment/3

Free meals in employee dining room

Free parking on/off shift

Health & Income Protection

Job summary

MGM Resorts International is seeking an Entertainment Production Manager to lead technical production operations for theaters, showrooms, and non-ticketed events across venues. You will supervise staffing, procurement, training, and safety policies to ensure smooth, high-quality live experiences.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and 2+ years in entertainment production or technical management, with preference for resort settings and union experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Required.
• 2+ years of prior relevant entertainment production or technical management experience.
• Experience in a similar resort setting preferred.
• Technical certification preferred.
• Experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee policies, procedures, and training for venues to maintain safe, efficient show operations.
• Manage production elements for non-ticketed events including band/act setups and teardowns.
• Collaborate with property events teams to execute established strategies for events.
• Interview, train, supervise, counsel, and coach staff for efficient venue operations.
• Drive employee engagement and guest experience through coaching and development.
• Oversee equipment procurement, staffing, and budget adherence.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with clients and show partners (artists, Cirque, producers).

Skills

Staff management

Scheduling

Equipment procurement

Training

Budget management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Lighting systems

Audio systems

Video protocols

Job description

MGM Resorts International is seeking an Entertainment Production Manager to lead technical production operations for theaters, showrooms, and non-ticketed events across venues. You will supervise staffing, procurement, training, and safety policies to ensure smooth, high-quality live experiences.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and 2+ years in entertainment production or technical management, with preference for resort settings and union experience.