Special Events Marketing Coordinator - MGM Springfield

MGM Resorts International; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee dining

Discounts on hotel stays

Health care options

Paid time off

Career development programs

Job summary

MGM Resorts International in Springfield, MA is seeking a Special Events Marketing Coordinator with 1+ year in event planning to support execution of events and promotions. You will collaborate with departments, manage vendor relationships, and help ensure smooth events.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and a full-time 40-hour work week with possible weekend and holiday shifts. Competitive benefits and on-site engagement opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in event planning and coordination.
• Must be willing to work a full-time schedule (40 hours/week).
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, coordination, and execution of events and promotions with various departments.
• Draft guest letters, memos, and promotional materials.
• Research and manage vendor and entertainment relationships to meet event requirements.
• Create event rules and obtain approvals from Compliance, Legal, and Marketing.
• Assist with gifts and presentations for events, and process vendor payments.

Skills

Event coordination

Vendor management

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Springfield, Massachusetts

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:

As a Special Events Marketing Coordinator, you will leverage your 1+ years of experience in event planning and coordination to support the successful execution of events and promotions within the Special Events. Your role will involve collaborating with various departments, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring all aspects of events are carried out smoothly. If you're organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating fantastic memorable experiences, we want to hear from you!

THE STARTING RATE:

$20.00 per hour

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of all events and promotions, collaborating with departments like PBX, Engineering, and Sign Shop as needed.
• Compose event-related communications, including guest letters, memos, and promotional materials.
• Research and manage relationships with vendors and entertainment to ensure event requirements are met.
• Create and seek approval for rules governing events and promotions from Compliance, Legal, and Marketing teams.
• Recommend and prepare gifts for events, including presentations.
• Process vendor payments and create requisitions for approvals.
• Attend events to ensure all details are executed properly and serve as the primary contact for any issues.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience
• Experience in Special Events or a related field
• Must be willing to work a Full-Time Schedule, 40 hour work week. Schedule will rotate on monthly basis due to events. Must flexible to work various shifts including weekends and holidays in this role
• Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all business contacts is preferred
• Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast paced, team-oriented environment is preferred
• Excellent organizational skills to function effectively under time constraints and within established deadlines, with particular attention to detail is preferred

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Prioritize your wellness, access programs crafted to nurture your mental and physical health.
• Enjoy unbeatable discounts on hotel stays, dining, retail, entertainment, and exclusive partner perks for travel, tech, and beyond!
• Savor delicious meals for free in our employee dining room.
• Park with ease—whether you're on or off shift, it's free!
• From healthcare to financial support and generous time-off options, we’ve got you covered.
• Elevate your career with development programs, connect through networking events, and make a difference with community volunteer opportunities.

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Pay Rate

The rate for this role is:

$20.00

This rate represents a good faith estimate of the wage rate that MGM reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire.

Pay will not be below any applicable minimum wage.

Should overtime be worked, employees are paid overtime pay in accordance with state requirements.

Employees in this position are eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plans, and time off plans. Specific program offerings vary by eligibility factors such as geographic location, employment status, and union membership.