The NFL is seeking a Senior Manager of Event Production to support the delivery and management of the NFL’s U.S.-based tentpole events as well as Latin America, Australia, and Asia, with a primary focus on fan experiences. This role will contribute to event planning, operational execution, and fan engagement initiatives, helping deliver high-quality experiences that align with broader business, commercial, marketing, and international market objectives.
Event Management
- Proven experience supporting the planning and delivery of both large and small-scale events across the U.S. and internationally
- Operational experience across sport and fan/public events
- Working knowledge of key event components, including security operations, health and safety, local authority coordination, programming, community engagement, scheduling, branding/creative, and procurement
- Ability to create reporting to relevant stakeholders, including post mortems
Fan Event Delivery
- Support the planning and execution of events supporting Super Bowl, Draft, Combine, NFL FLAG (domestic tentpole events)S, as well as year-round activities in collaboration with local international offices and key business functions
- Assist in delivering gameday and non-gameday fan experiences, kickoff events, watch parties, local market activations internationally, NFL club activations, community initiatives, partner integration, and lead generation activities
- Conduit to the NFL OnePass app (event companion app) content and engagement
Budgeting
- Support the tracking and management of fan event budgets in the U.S. and internationally
- Assist in monitoring costs to ensure delivery within agreed targets, highlighting risks and opportunities
- Contribute to building event budgets in line with event plans and League procurement processes
Agency Management
- Support the day-to-day management of event agencies across fan events
- Assist with RFP processes and onboarding of vendors where required
- Maintain strong working relationships with agency partners
Team & Stakeholder Collaboration
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to support successful event delivery
- Contribute to cross-functional working groups globally
- Assist in coordinating with external partners, including city/host authorities, local organizing committees, government sports bodies, and stadium/team partners
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years’ experience in the events and/or hospitality industry
- Some prior experience in team leadership or mentoring
- Strong knowledge of delivering large-scale fan or public events
- Experience managing or supporting event budgets
- Experience working with multiple partners and agencies
- Strong stakeholder management skills
- Commercial awareness with the ability to support revenue-generating initiatives
- Interest in or understanding of American Football is a plus
Other Key Attributes / Characteristics
- Highly organized with strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Effective problem-solver with sound judgment and decision-making ability
- Confident communicator with the ability to collaborate across teams
- Strong presentation and interpersonal skills
- Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Builds positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Proactive, enthusiastic, and committed to high standards
Management Expectations
- Experience supporting or mentoring junior team members
- Ability to contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment
- Willingness to learn and develop management capabilities
Terms / Expected Hours of Work
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (30%)
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required
Salary / Pay Range
This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.
Benefits Information
To learn more about our comprehensive benefits offerings, please visit: NFL BENEFITS
At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.
NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.
The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
WHO WE ARE:
NFL Core Values:
- Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
- Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
- Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
- Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.
NFL Leadership Attributes:
- Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
- Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
- Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
- Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
- Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
- Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact
Talent Attributes: What we expect for our employees:
- Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude
- Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
- Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
- Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
- Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset
