Stadium Entertainment Production and Content Management - FIFA World Cup 26 | All Host Cities

Description At FIFA26, our vision is to unite the world through the greatest sporting event of all time. The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament will feature 48 teams and be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico and the USA. This new format will redefine excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement among fans and players across North America and all over the world. Now is your time to become a game changer and join the workforce that will plan and deliver this extraordinary and unforgettable experience. Department: Tournament Time Role | EG Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract Location: All Locations FIFA World Cup 26 Skills Framework ACCOUNTABILITY: 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. DECISION MAKING: Ability to identify and swiftly make decisions in critical situations, take initiative and calculated risks, explore alternative solutions, and respond promptly to unforeseen circumstances. INCLUSIVITY: Achieve shared organizational objectives by sharing information with colleagues across all levels and divisions, tangibly influencing others, and maintaining a network of support contacts. INITIATIVE: 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. INNOVATION: Capacity to break new ground, look for unconventional solutions, and produce fresh ideas. LEADERSHIP: 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. VISION: Ability to perceive the organization's global environmental impact, anticipate decision consequences, grasp organizational missions, and formulate strategic plans. Main Activities and Responsibilities Reporting organisationally to the Head of Event Production , the Stadium Entertainment Production and Content Management evergreen role consolidates responsibilities across all content, production, and systems‑integration functions within the FIFA26 Events & Entertainment (EET) team. These positions support the planning, creation, approval, delivery, and technical integration of stadium entertainment content across all 16 FIFA World Cup 26™ stadiums and the International Broadcast Center (IBC). This evergreen role group collaborates closely with EET internal departments, HBS, production vendors, technical suppliers, stadium control room teams, and FIFA Functional Areas to ensure high‑quality, timely, and accurate content delivery for stadium entertainment, pre‑match ceremonies, awards presentations, in‑venue show elements, and broadcast‑integrated content. The scope includes management of 45,000+ content files, stadium technical integrations, quality control, scheduling, match‑day delivery, and real‑time troubleshooting to guarantee a seamless fan and broadcast experience. Content Coordination & File Management (Content Coordinator / Content Manager) Assist or lead the coordination, tracking, and delivery of: Stadium Entertainment, Pre‑Match Ceremony, Trophy & Awards content (~30,000 files). FIFA Functional Area (FA) content for all stadiums (~15,000 files). Manage or maintain content tracking documents for all 16 stadiums. Coordinate content updates, version control, and distribution schedules. Liaise with stadium teams to confirm file reception and completion of match‑by‑match checklists. Support quality control and approvals across all venue content. IBC Production Workflow Management (Production & Content Coordinator / Content Producer) Serve as final checkpoint at the IBC before content is dispatched to stadiums. Conduct thorough quality checks, including: Visual QC Audio level corrections Naming & metadata alignment with stadium naming convention Manage approvals with the Content Manager or designated reviewer. Coordinate IBC staffing schedules with HBS. Oversee workflow and productivity of IBC edit suites, editors, associate producers, and graphics specialists. Publish cue sheets and disseminate updates to broader Functional Areas. Ensure all content delivered to stadiums aligns with deadlines and production schedules. Creative Development & On‑Site Production (Content Producer) Produce, edit, and refine motion graphics and video content for stadium displays. Manage creative direction from the Content Manager and lead day‑to‑day execution with editors. Perform real‑time adjustments for live environments and last‑minute changes. Guarantee quality control of graphics, animations, and video elements. Stadium Entertainment Production Oversight (Production Manager) Support stadium‑by‑stadium production management and planning. Coordinate scheduling for stadium control room teams. Manage Stadium Entertainment production overlays and staffing plans. Develop and distribute Venue Production Briefs. Coordinate production integration with EMCs (Event Management Companies) and Technical Suppliers. Track stadium space allocations, FF&E requests, Talent‑related production needs, and additional technical equipment installations (PMC & INF). Support administration of all stadium production schedules and documentation. Stadium Technical Systems Integration (Stadium Systems Integration Manager) Create INF Stadium Technical Guides. Manage stadium setup for: AV / Staging vendor installation Control room configuration Technical overlays In‑stadium comms setup Stage / performance space integration Camera positions JBT installations Gap cabling requirements Coordinate BIM360 updates and TEAP stadium technical requirements. Ensure integration of technical systems between stadiums, IBC, staging suppliers, and performance spaces. Lead planning for talent AV, backline riders, and staging requirements. Your Profile Education & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Media Production, Film, Communications, Live Event Production, Entertainment Technology, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience in large‑scale sporting or entertainment events will be considered. Work Experience Experience in stadium entertainment, large‑scale live events, or broadcast production. Background in content creation, digital media, technical systems, or live event operations. Experience working across multiple venues or multi‑stakeholder environments preferred. Proven ability to manage large volumes of content and complex workflows. Language Fluent in English (required) Spanish and/or French proficiency strongly preferred. Technology Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop) Video editing, motion graphics, and file preparation tools Digital asset management platforms Content distribution / digital signage systems Monday.com and project management tools Understanding of video/audio transmission, signal routing, and network infrastructure Familiarity with stadium control room systems, LED board playback, and integrated show control platforms is an advantage. Equal Opportunities FIFA26 is a proud equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibits discrimination of any kind on the basis race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. About FWC2026 The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament features 48 teams and will be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States. This new format redefines excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement from fans and players in North America and all over the world. Now is your time to be a game changer and join the workforce that is planning and delivering this unique and unforgettable experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States