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National Football League (NFL) · 1 day ago

Director, NFL Draft Production

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

The National Football League (NFL) is seeking an experienced event producer to lead the planning and delivery of the NFL Draft. This role is responsible for overseeing all logistical and operational aspects of the Draft, ensuring exceptional experiences for all stakeholders while managing a full roster of production partners.

American FootballMedia and EntertainmentSporting GoodsSportsSports Leagues and Teams

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Direct end-to-end event planning, from master site design through load-out and post-event reconciliation

Provide creative leadership to evolve and expand the Draft format, driving innovation that enhances the event’s global profile and fan engagement

Evaluate and design greenfield sites, developing comprehensive layouts, access routes, and infrastructure requirements

Cultivate and sustain strong partnerships with local organizing committees, host clubs, and community leaders in the host city

Establish and enforce standard operating procedures for site access, crowd flow, and crowd management across the entire venue footprint

Lead development and execution of the transportation plan in collaboration with vendors, encompassing NFL constituent logistics, public transit integration, parking management, and fan transportation operations

Produce and maintain comprehensive production documentation, including CAD layouts, structural renderings, schedules, staffing plans, and related materials

Administer multiple operational budgets, driving cost efficiencies through vendor tenders, RFP processes, and strategic resource allocation

Collaborate cross-functionally across all NFL departments, integrating diverse objectives and resources to ensure seamless execution of the Draft

Provide operational support for additional NFL tentpole events as assigned

Qualification

Event Production LeadershipBudget ManagementStrategic PlanningNegotiation SkillsP&L ManagementVendor ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationCreative LeadershipStakeholder ManagementCultural IntelligenceProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsEmotional Intelligence

Required

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred (e.g., MBA, Master's in Event Management, or related field)

Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in live event production, specifically in green field or festival style events

Demonstrated track record of leading large, complex, high-profile events with operational excellence

Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams, external vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders

Strong strategic, financial (P&L), and negotiation skills, including experience with RFP/RFI processes to secure best-in-class production partners

Extensive, proven track record of delivering highly successful green field, music festival or other large-scale live events

Proven leader with history of managing large, complex teams and multi-stakeholder projects

Strong P&L management experience with accountability for budget, revenue, and cost optimization

Exceptional negotiation skills, including RFP/RFI management, to secure best-in-class production partners and vendors

Culture carrier: consistently drives a positive and inclusive work environment, fostering staff development at all career stages

Strong organizational, strategic, and stakeholder management skills

The ability to balance operational excellence with creative, high-impact experiences

Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including domestic and international markets

Company

National Football League (NFL)

The National Football League is America's most popular sports league, comprised of 32 franchises that compete each year to win the Super Bowl, the world's biggest annual sporting event.

Founded in 1920

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.nfl.com

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