Creative professionals with proposal development experience and vendor coordination skills will find this collaborative role in destination management services
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Original posting from Access Destination Services via Ashby
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 seeking a creative, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven Senior Creative Associate in the South Florida area to join our team! This role is ideal for someone who loves developing innovative event concepts, bringing ideas to life through compelling proposals, and collaborating with others to create exceptional experiences.
ABOUT THE JOB
As a Senior Creative Associate at Access, you'll help develop creative proposals, program concepts, and client-facing materials that showcase unique destination experiences and bring client visions to life.
Working closely with Creative Managers, Sales, Events, and vendor partners, you'll begin taking ownership of smaller-scale proposals and destination-focused projects while contributing to larger, more complex programs. You'll continue developing your expertise in creative storytelling, vendor relationships, pricing strategies, and project management while helping deliver innovative, accurate, and profitable solutions.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Take ownership of smaller-scale proposals and asset-based projects, including Destination and Dine Around Guides, while collaborating with Creative Managers on larger programs.
- Develop visually compelling proposals, presentations, and creative concepts using design tools, imagery, and industry platforms to bring client visions to life.
- Partner with Creative Managers and Sales teams to align creative storytelling, program design, pricing, and recommendations with client objectives and budgets.
- Research and develop innovative event concepts, venues, activities, and destination experiences that differentiate Access in the market.
- Source, evaluate, and build relationships with vendors and suppliers, identifying new offerings and opportunities for creative collaboration.
- Coordinate vendor quotes, pricing sheets, and scopes of work (SOWs), incorporating transportation logistics, concessions, commissions, and margin considerations to support gross profit goals.
- Maintain accurate vendor records, account information, sourcing activity, and project dashboards in Salesforce and other company systems.
- Support vendor negotiations, creative problem-solving, and budget adjustments to develop solutions that balance client expectations and profitability.
- Collaborate with Creative, Sales, Events, and national teams to ensure proposals are strategically aligned, operationally feasible, and delivered on schedule.
- Coordinate site visit preparation, vendor meetings, and industry event participation to strengthen destination knowledge and supplier relationships.
- Manage multiple concurrent proposals and projects, typically 3–5 at a time, while maintaining accuracy, creativity, and responsiveness to changing priorities.
- Stay informed about industry trends, emerging venues, event design innovations, and destination experiences to continuously strengthen creative recommendations.
- Consistently embody and reinforce Access Values: Imagine First, Demand Integrity, Embody Excellence, Always Collaborate, Service Obsession.
ABOUT YOU
We 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-HAVES
- Experience in destination management, hospitality, event design, creative proposal development, or a related field.
- Experience independently managing smaller-scale proposals, presentations, or creative projects.
- Strong creative storytelling skills with an eye for visual presentation, design, and detail.
- Experience sourcing vendors, gathering quotes, preparing pricing sheets, or supporting scopes of work.
- Understanding of event budgets, pricing strategies, vendor negotiations, and gross profit considerations.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple proposals and competing deadlines.
- Experience with Salesforce, creative design platforms, or comparable project management tools.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
- Interest in hospitality trends, destination experiences, and innovative event design, with flexibility to participate in vendor visits and industry events.
WHY ACCESS?
We’re a women-owned, award-winning destination management company with teams in cities coast to coast. For 50+ years, we’ve been producing high-impact events and experiences for global brands—and we’re just getting started.
CULTURE & EXTRAS
- Certified as a Great Place to Work – 3 years in a row!
- 50+ years in the industry!
- Women-owned and women-led
- Fun, creative, and supportive culture
- Focus on recognition and employee value, including annual and quarterly awards
- Paid day off to serve your local community
- Annual all-company retreat to connect, learn, and have fun together
- Annual qualifier-based incentive trip for top performers (certain departments eligible)
- Regional team outings
- Monthly companywide meetings to connect, learn, and celebrate wins
- Paid sabbatical leave after 7 years of service
WORK LIFE BALANCE
- Generous PTO, sick days, 9 holidays + 2 floating holidays
- 5 half-days off before holidays to unplug early
- ½-day Fridays in July & August (based on achievement of goals)
COMPENSATION
- Competitive compensation package
- 401(k) with company match (eligible after 1 year, up to 4% of salary, vested immediately)
- Monthly cell phone stipend
HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND FAMILY
- Extensive menu of health plans to choose from
- Paid parental leave
- Pet insurance program
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Mentorship program
- Masterclasses in industry/department-specific topics
- State-of-the-art technology platforms and tools – including training
- Annual and monthly meeting content that focuses on professional development
Ready to ACCESS your next big opportunity? Apply today!
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.