Job Title: Seasonal Field Manager

Department: Match Presentation

Reports to: Director of Match Production & Fan Engagement

Position Summary:

The Seasonal Field Manager is a key position within the FC Cincinnati and TQL Stadium team. This position will play a central role in matchday ceremonies as well as fan experience and in-stadium atmosphere. This role is responsible for meeting and executing match presentation elements such National Anthem Performers, Color Guard teams and more.  Candidate must be able to work in a collaborative team environment. This individual may also work on projects across the organization, including brand marketing, sponsorship activation, and stadium operations teams.

The Seasonal Field Manager must have exceptionally strong communication, strong organizational skills and be deadline-driven in execution.  Attention to detail, dedication, hard work and passion for soccer are paramount to success in the position. A strong understanding and familiarity with key match presentation skills – including reading/following a timeline, headset/walkie etiquette, and live entertainment presentation skills – are necessary.

What You’ll Do:

• Guide match presentation elements to understand the programming for each match, including their timing, blocking and performance
• Run point on pre-game stadium walk-throughs and gameday walk-throughs
• Maintain all field props and equipment needs for gameday and manage inventory and storage
• Help with booking, scheduling and creating a positive experience for match entertainment
• Assist with production and stage management at FC Cincinnati outside events as needed
• Support match presentation and creative teams on match day as needed
• Assist with scripting and creation of gameday log as needed

 What You’ll Bring:

• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office software applications
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a high-energy environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to create and maintain solid working relationships at all levels across the organization and externally
• Excellent attention to detail and an ability to produce high-quality, accurate work within designated deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidential and/or proprietary information
• Ability and desire to demonstrate a positive, winning attitude and a strong work ethic in the performance of all job responsibilities
• Self-motivation and ability to adapt to leadership and direction
• In addition to all home matches, additional normal business hours, weekend, evening, and holiday work may be required as schedule and project workload dictates. Travel, including international, may be required

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university preferred
• Prior experience in professional or collegiate football or other sport operations preferred
• Passion for soccer preferred
• Must be able to work all FC Cincinnati home matches

Why You’ll Love FCC:

• FCC welcome gifts
• Resume and profile reviews
• Tour of TQL Stadium and MHTC
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Discount off team store merchandise
• Team building and networking opportunities
• Paid hourly and/or college credit opportunities

About FCC

Founded in 2015, FC Cincinnati is a Major League Soccer team based in Cincinnati, Ohio. After achieving significant growth and success in the United Soccer League, the team joined MLS in 2019. FCC won the 2023 Supporters’ Shield – the annual award given to the team with the most points in the regular season – and clinched a spot in the 2023 MLS Playoffs for the second straight year. With a diverse ownership group with strong ties to Cincinnati, the club strives to unite the community both on and off the pitch through FCC Foundation, and its dedication to improving the lives of children through soccer and those in the West End Community. FC Cincinnati are committed to ongoing growth and recognizing the vital importance of company culture. The club’s DNA code, created by the staff for the staff, is actively implemented every day. FCC have been recognized locally and nationally as one of Sports Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in Sports 2023, named to the Honor List as one of “75 Great Sports Companies to Call Home.”; on the Business Courier’s Fast 55 as one of Greater Cincinnati’s fastest growing private companies; and named to The Enquirer’s Top Workplaces 2024.

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FC Cincinnati is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.