Director of Creative

Access Your Potential.Join us to create and deliver experiences that inspire people, spark connection, and bring imagination to life—while having a lot of fun doing it.We’re looking for a Director of Creative in Las Vegas, NV!This is a hybrid position based in our Las Vegas office, with oversight of both the Las Vegas and Arizona markets. The expectation is that the individual will reside in the Las Vegas area while leading teams across both locations.The role will involve regular travel to Arizona (approximately 2 times per month) to stay closely connected with the team, maintain relationships, and ensure alignment across markets.About The JobThe Director of Creative Services (Live Events) is the senior leader responsible for defining, scaling, and driving the creative vision, strategy, and execution standards for live events, meetings, and experiential programs across all markets.This role ensures that all creative output is grounded in real-world event execution, translating bold ideas into experiences that can be successfully produced on-site. The Director leads the organization in designing immersive, scalable, and operationally sound event experiences that drive revenue, client satisfaction, and brand differentiation.As the creative authority for live events, this role partners closely with Sales, Event Operations, and Executive Leadership to ensure all concepts are not only innovative, but feasible, profitable, and executable within venue, budget, and production constraints.What You'll Be DoingLive Event Creative Leadership & ExecutionDefine and lead the creative vision for live events, meetings, and experiential programs across all marketsEnsure all creative strategies are rooted in how events are physically built, produced, and experienced by guestsEstablish standards for immersive environments, staging, entertainment, guest flow, and multi-day program designDrive innovation in event formats, environments, and experiential storytelling, not just visual designTranslate industry trends and cultural insights into real-world event applications that elevate the guest experienceEnsure consistency in delivering high-impact, executable event concepts across all destinationsProposal & Experience Strategy For Live EventsOversee the creative direction of high-value, complex event proposals, ensuring they clearly communicate the live experienceEnsure proposals demonstrate how ideas come to life on-site, not just how they look on paperGuide teams in developing guest experience narratives, spatial layouts, and experiential momentsPartner with Sales and Events to align on scope, feasibility, and pricing for live programsElevate proposal quality by reinforcing execution confidence, operational clarity, and storytelling impactOperational Alignment & FeasibilityServe as the executive bridge between Creative, Sales, and Event OperationsEnsure all creative concepts align with venue capabilities, production timelines, labor, and logisticsEstablish frameworks that require creative teams to design with execution, safety, and guest flow in mindOversee alignment between creative vision, budget, and operational deliveryAnticipate execution challenges across markets and implement scalable solutions and best practicesCreative Partner & Production PartnershipsLead the national strategy for event-focused creative partners, including production, entertainment, fabrication, and technical partnersBuild partnerships that support large-scale, high-quality live event executionDrive initiatives around exclusive offerings, custom builds, and scalable event solutionsPartner with Procurement and Finance to ensure creative partner strategies align with creative ambition and financial performanceEnsure all partners are equipped to deliver experiential programs, not just design servicesTeam Leadership & DevelopmentLead and develop a national team of creative leaders with a focus on live event expertise and experiential thinkingEstablish a culture where teams design for real environments, real guests, and real-time executionMentor Associate Directors and senior leaders to balance creative vision with operational accountabilityImplement training programs that deepen team knowledge in event production, logistics, and experiential designBuild a leadership pipeline of talent capable of delivering complex, high-value live programsStrategic & Business ImpactLead the long-term creative strategy to support revenue growth, client retention, and market differentiation through live experiencesEnsure all creative output contributes to winning business and delivering exceptional on-site executionPartner with Executive Leadership to position Access as a leader in experiential design and live event innovationDrive consistency in how we deliver high-quality, executable event experiences across all marketsInfluence company strategy by aligning creative direction with operational realities and financial goalsProductivity & ScalabilityEstablish systems and processes that support efficient, scalable development of live event programsLead capacity planning and resource allocation across markets to support complex event pipelinesDrive consistency in tools, workflows, and creative systems that improve speed-to-market and execution qualityAnticipate shifts in client demand and industry trends, ensuring the team is prepared to adapt and deliver at scaleChampion continuous improvement in how we design, sell, and execute live experiencesAccess ValuesConsistently displays the Access Values (Imagine First, Demand Integrity, Embody Excellence, Always Collaborate, Service Obsession)About AccessAccess is a women-owned and women-led destination management company that collaborates with clients to design and execute corporate events and programs. Our expert teams are in coast-to-coast destinations, designing and producing ultimate experiences for our clients.About YouWe know that there’s no one in the world like you. And we know that you have a lot to offer the next company you work with. Below is a list of “nice-to-haves”, but don’t let those deter you from applying. Access believes that an inclusive team and culture is important. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.Nice-to-haves7+ years of creative experience in a DMC or a related industry such as hospitality or events.Comfort with Salesforce with an understanding of the platform’s feature's ability to understand and analyze reports t share insights and identify trends.Verifiable knowledge and relationships in the specific, local destination.Successful negotiation and relationship-building skills.At least 3 year's experience leading high-performing sales teams and achieving KPI targets.Strong experience with Social Tables, Canva, AI products and diagramming.Solution-Oriented Mindset: Proactive and the tendency to take initiative to contribute to the success of self and team.Customer Service: Obsession with providing excellent customer service and a passion for the hospitality and special events industry.Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships, both internally and externally.Flexibility: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment while meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations.Why Access?CULTURE & EXTRASCertified as a Great Place to Work – 3 years in a row!55+ years in the industry!Women-owned and women-ledFun, creative, and supportive cultureFocus on recognition and employee value – including annual and quarterly awardsPaid day off to serve your local communityAnnual all-company retreat to connect, learn, and have fun togetherAnnual qualifier-based incentive trip for top performers (certain departments eligible)Regional team outingsMonthly companywide meetings to connect, learn, and celebrate winsCompensationHighly competitive total compensation, including strong base salary and quarterly bonusesVery strong performance-based quarterly commission plans401k with company match (eligible after 1 year – up to 4% of salary matched, vested immediatelyMonthly cell phone stipendWORK LIFE BALANCEWork from home opportunities and flexibility (including full home office setup)Flexible schedule opportunitiesGenerous PTOSick days9 full holidays5 half days off prior to holidays to unplug early2 floating holidays off to be used on holidays of your choice½ day Fridays in July & August (based on achievement of goals)HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND FAMILYExtensive menu of health plans to choose fromPaid parental leavePet insurance programEmployee Assistance Plan (EAP)PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTMentorship program“Masterclasses” in industry/department-specific topicsState-of-the-art technology platforms and tools – including trainingAnnual and monthly meeting content that focuses on professional developmentWhat are you waiting for? Scroll back to the top and apply!Access is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at careers@accessdmc.com.