Broadcast Operations Venue Manager, FIFA World Cup 2026 | Boston

About the role

The Broadcast Operations Stadium Manager will oversee the planning and coordination of all broadcast operations and non-technical services at an assigned FIFA World Cup 2026 stadium. This role plays a key part in ensuring that all broadcast facilities, services, and activities meet the highest international standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning and implementation of all stadium broadcast facilities and services in line with FIFA broadcast and technical requirements.
• Collaborate closely with FIFA World Cup 2026 functional areas, stadium management, and the Host Broadcaster to align construction, logistics, services, and stadium operations with broadcast needs.
• Act as a primary point of contact for the stadium broadcast team, facilitating smooth communication between all broadcast related stakeholders.
• Maintain an overview of all Broadcast operations at the stadium.
• Monitor the progress of broadcast facility management implementation, proactively managing risks, issues and dependencies, and escalating urgent matters promptly.
• Ensure full compliance and operational readiness of all broadcast infrastructure, including commentary positions, camera platforms, compound areas and connectivity.
• Oversee seamless broadcast operations during the event period.

Requirements

• Demonstrate commitment to responsibilities and objectively analyze one’s behavior, while assuming consequences of one’s own actions and/or decisions and learning from one’s mistakes.
• Ability to identify and swiftly make decisions in critical situations, take initiative and calculated risks, explore alternative solutions, and respond promptly to unforeseen circumstances.
• Achieve shared organizational objectives by sharing information with colleagues across all levels and divisions, tangibly influencing others, and maintaining a network of support contacts.
• Capacity to do things on one’s own initiative and to influence the course of events, assume responsibilities, and achieve objectives with a minimum of supervision and control.
• Capacity to break new ground, look for unconventional solutions, and produce fresh ideas.
• Ability to lead one’s contacts/colleagues/partners, encourage teamwork, and delegate authority / decision-making power, as needed, to produce the expected results and make efficient use of the team’s skills and talents.
• Ability to perceive the organization's global environmental impact, anticipate decision consequences, grasp organizational missions, and formulate strategic plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or similar level of higher education.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in event management, preferably in a broadcast environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills, with experience of managing complex projects across preparation, planning, and delivery.
• Proven track record of performing under pressure in a dynamic, multicultural and time-critical environment.
• Familiarity and working experience with the stadium and city assigned are a plus.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Spanish and/or French proficiency is a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools.

Skills

• Event Management
• Project Management
• Stadium Operations
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Technical Proficiency

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

Pay

The salary range for this position is $93k - $105k. This estimate is based on this position being performed in The State of Massachusetts and said range may not be applicable to other similar positions located outside of Massachusetts. In determining the actual base pay, FIFA 26 takes into consideration candidate education, experience, and other key job-related factors permitted by law.

Schedule

This position requires a flexible schedule to accommodate the demands of the FIFA World Cup 2026.