Sitting within the Operations Department (alongside Fan Operations, Venue Management, Team Services, Media Operations and Competition Management), Dressing and Signage aims to deliver the most outstanding look and feel project in event history.
Reporting to the Head of Dressing and Signage with day-to-day oversight from the Senior Dressing and Signage Manager, the Stadium Dressing Cluster Manager (USA Central) will be a fundamental member of the team responsible for delivering the Dressing and Signage project for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 and FIFA World Cup 2026.
The successful candidate will be responsible for directly overseeing the dressing implementation at four FIFA World Cup 2026 stadiums and between three and five stadiums at FIFA Club World Cup 2025. They will ensure that key project deliverables and deadlines are met within their cluster and will be required to input into strategic project decisions taken by senior members of the team. They will oversee contracted provider operations within their cluster, ensuring that all are managed successfully and efficiently while monitoring budgetary spend within agreed limits. They will ensure that precedents and strategic directives from the Head of Dressing and Signage and Senior Dressing and Signage Manager are followed as required by the members of the team. The role will collaborate closely with other Cluster Stadium Dressing Managers to maximize creativity and ensure consistency across all stadiums, along with day to day to contact with the other Cluster Managers and Managers within the Dressing and Signage USA Central Team.
Location: Dallas
The main responsibilities of the Stadium Dressing Manager for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 and FIFA World Cup 2026 include:
Contributing to the delivery of a world class dressing and signage project for all target groups attending matches of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 and FIFA World Cup 2026.
Education & Qualifications
β’ University degree in appropriate subject (or adequate training/vocational education)
Other desired attributes include:
β’ Team Player, willing to work to tight timelines.
β’ Solution oriented.
β’ Problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
β’ Positive attitude, patience and persistence.
β’ Ability to prioritize and handle large workload efficiently at peak times.
β’ Ability to work under pressure and stress.
β’ Sound judgement and prioritization of tasks.
β’ IInternational, cross-cultural work experiences preferred. Experience or knowledge of local culture will be an added benefit.
Work Experience
β’ Minimum 2 years of tangible experience in delivering dressing, signage, branding or look projects for events of a similar scale to FIFA World Cup 2026 (e.g. previous FIFA World Cups, Olympic Games etc.) or a minimum 4 years experience managing major sports events in a role that included the delivery of comprehensive dressing or signage related activities.
β’ A working understanding of the technical aspects of delivering dressing and signage projects (i.e. production methods, installation techniques, materials etc.)
β’ Budget management experience on complex and multi-faceted events and projects.
β’ Experience in managing providers of services for world-class events.
β’ Knowledge of event planning, requirements and event project management processes for large sporting events.
β’ Experience in the development and integration of operational plans.
β’ Significant stakeholder management experience across multiple organizations and departments.
Languages
β’ Fluent in English. Spanish and/or French proficiency is a plus
Technology
β’ Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools
β’ The role will require extensive use of the appointed Dressing and Signage Supplier(s) project, content and scoping management systems so a readiness to learn new technology processes, systems and programs is essential.
The FIFA World Cup 26β’ 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.