Creative Producer LEGOLAND Resorts

Creative Producer LEGOLAND Resorts (Existing Estate, USA)
Orlando, Florida
We are trailblazers that redefined our industry. But the times are changing and we need talented team members to unleash the Merlin Magic, by casting our spell far and wide. Come be a part of conjuring up new worlds of escape and adventure! Come be a part of the Merlin Entertainments Team!
Compensation for this role ranges from $80,000 - $90,000.
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We’re a place that makes magic. Magic that gives millions of people fun, thrills and memorable experiences. We’re the thinkers, dreamers, doers and achievers whose job it is to create and deliver world-class new attractions, hotels and major investment projects, as well as manage the extensive real estate assets of one of the most exciting companies in the world. Welcome to Merlin Magic Making (MMM), the creative heart of Merlin Entertainments.
We are currently recruiting for a positive and enthusiastic Creative Producer to join our team, based at our Orlando hub in Florida, USA.
About the Role...
As Creative Producer, you will be primarily responsible for the creative delivery and art direction of the assigned product development within our 3 existing LEGOLAND Resorts within the USA (Florida, California & New York), working across all areas including the Theme Parks, Waterparks, Hotels/Accommodation, and LEGO-themed 2nd Gates.
The majority of designs will be generated by the central MMM Creative team and you will be responsible for taking these creative designs and using your expertise in Resort Theme Park design & construction, site art direction and guest experience/show realization, and deliver them as robust enhancements to the LEGOLAND Resorts. The Creative Producer must therefore be able to adopt the existing designs with passion, ensuring they’re delivered to the original intent without making any unnecessary changes.
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Key objectives include:

• Proactively support the accurate delivery of assigned product developments for LEGOLAND Resorts, ensuring compliance with creative vision, designs, brand, briefs, budgets, and schedules.
• Work with MMM teams, Project Managers, LEGO Merlin Partner team and external partners/contractors to ensure brand-accurate, cost-efficient, and durable product delivery.
• Engage in regular updates with Senior Creative Director/Creative Leads and other Merlin/Partner Directors, providing comprehensive documented updates and reports.
• Manage the creation and collation of detailed design, specification, and delivery files/documents to improve ease of reference for future rollouts.
• Creatively lead internal and external vendors to ensure quality of product, guest experience, and execution are delivered to highest standard possible.
• Ensure product follows agreed brief, brand guidelines, quality, budget, and schedule; report any variances and manage discussions with partners to agree on adjustments and exceptions.
• Develop effective relationships with Project Managers, Design Managers, operations team, LEGO Partnership team, and internal MMM teams; support other team members through clear communication, feedback, and collaboration
• Work to project budgets and schedules, proactively managing adjustments as necessary.
• Suggest and obtain agreement regarding alternative and additional design/delivery solutions that support value engineering and maximize productivity while preserving guest experience and creative intent.
• Review and input into contract creation in partnership with project management and finance teams.
• Manage LEGO approvals for detailed design, construction, and guest experience brand compliance via LEGO Merlin Partners team.
• Understand, communicate and protect LEGOLAND creative vision and brand guidelines with internal and external suppliers, partners, and project consultant network; ensure all team members are aware of guest experience priorities and understand LEGO brand guidelines.

This role will require regular travel between the resorts with some travel to the UK, Denmark and existing LEGOLAND Resorts for brand and product training. Meetings will also be required across multiple global time zones, including interface with MMM Creative teams and suppliers in the UK and Europe.
About You...

• 10 years' experience preferred.
• Experienced senior level Creative, with proven experience in; Resort Theme Park Design, Art Direction/Delivery, Specifications, Budgets & Schedules. Must also have experience in confidently leading, supporting and managing a team of direct reports.

• In depth knowledge/experience of Resort Theme Park design & delivery is essential; including Architecture, Theming, Rides, Shows, Facilities, Hotels, Waterparks, Storytelling, Audio Visual, Area development – i.e. all aspects of the Guest Experience within a Resort Theme Park.

• Thorough understanding of and ability to creatively direct a range of suppliers; including design partners, ride manufacturers and associated systems, playscape vendors, 3D theming, LEGO models & props, landscaping, AV and special effects, scripts, show control, as well as acting and writing talent.

• Experience of working with IPs.

• Excellent communication skills coupled with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Confident, passionate, personable with a collaborative team spirits
• Flexible, agile and with a positive outlook – focused on creating fantastic experiences for our guests.

The Benefits…
We’re growing fast and alongside a fun and friendly environment, we offer a fabulous package and amazing prospects – ideal if you’re already fantastic and can quickly become even better (our magic can help here).
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Everyone Matters at Merlin.
At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters! Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry.
If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at Recruitment@Merlinentertainments.biz and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.
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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Orlando, FL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What are your salary expectations?

Experience:

• Creative Producing: 10 years (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)