Broadcast Venue Coordinator – FIFA World Cup 26™ (All Host Cities)

Department: Tournament Time Role

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: All Locations

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.

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

The Broadcast Venue Coordinator will support the planning, coordination, and execution of all broadcast operations and non-technical services at an assigned FIFA World Cup 2026 stadium.

This position plays a key role in ensuring that all broadcast facilities, services, and activities are delivered to the highest international standards.
Key Responsibilities Planning and Coordination

Assist in 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.
Support the Broadcast Operations Stadium Manager in the coordination with the stadium broadcast team, facilitating smooth communication between all broadcast related stakeholders.
Facilitate the delivery of all Broadcast operations at the stadium

Operational Management

Support the progress of broadcast facility management implementation, proactively managing risks, issues and dependencies, and escalating urgent matters promptly.
Facilitate full compliance and operational readiness of all broadcast infrastructure, including commentary positions, camera platforms, compound areas and connectivity.
Co-ordinate the implementation of non-technical services for broadcast (e.g. Security, Cleaning & waste, etc.)

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

Support on-site broadcast teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring clear task allocation and accountability.
Build and maintain strong relationships with FIFA departments, and local authorities to ensure effective collaboration and timely problem-solving.
Represent FIFA’s broadcast interests at venue-level coordination meetings and briefings when the Broadcast Operations Stadium Manager is unavailable

Reporting and Evaluation

Assist in preparing detailed progress reports and readiness updates throughout planning and delivery phases.
Coordinate and support the creation of reports to broadcast HQ during tournament operation on all stadium broadcast operations status.
Contribute to post-event assessments, evaluating broadcast operations, identifying opportunities for successes and process improvement.
Support processes to guarantee that all broadcast operations uphold FIFA’s sustainability, safety and accessibility standards.

Your Profile

Education & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Operations, Media Production, Event Management, Sports Management, Communications, or a related field preferred.
Equivalent professional experience in broadcast operations, large-scale event delivery, or venue/media coordination may be accepted.

Work Experience

Experience working in broadcast operations, live events, stadium operations, or major sporting events.
Strong understanding of broadcast infrastructure, production needs, commentary setups, and venue technical/non-technical workflows.
Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced operational environment.
Previous work at large-scale events, tournaments, or complex venue operations is an advantage.

Language

Fluent in English (required)
Spanish and/or French proficiency is a plus
Additional language skills beneficial due to international broadcast teams.

Technology

Familiarity with broadcast systems, production workflows, and operational tools.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint).
Ability to use digital reporting platforms, operational dashboards, and venue-level management tools.

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.

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