AEG
Creative Project Manager - FIFA World Cup 2026
AEG, New York, New York, us, 10261
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Who We Are:
On Location is a premium experience provider, offering world class hospitality, ticketing, curated guest experiences, live event production, and travel management across sports, entertainment, and fashion. From unrivaled access for corporate clients to guests looking for fully immersive experiences at marquee events, On Location is the premier and official service provider to over 150 iconic rights holders, such as the IOC (Paris 2024, Milano Cortina 2026, LA 2028), NFL, NCAA, UFC and PGA of America, and numerous musical artists and festivals. The company also owns and operates a number of unique and exclusive experiences, transforming the most dynamic live events into a lifetime of memories. On Location is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global sports and entertainment company.
Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world's most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through IMG ARENA and OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 TM marketing team is seeking a motivated and highly skilled Creative Project Manager.
The role will work collaboratively with a cross-functional team to manage creative requests of all sizes from start to finish across B2B and B2C workstreams.
As a key member of our in-house creative team you will ensure that all work coming through the creative department is delivered on time, at the highest level and according to FIFA's string brand guidelines. You will manage all project details including the brief, resources, allocations, timelines, deliverables, budgets, reporting, and planning.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience simultaneously managing multiple projects with a wide variety of creative outputs, and deadlines across time zones in a fast-paced work environment. Your experience will include establishing creative department process, brand identity development and campaign launch experience with final creative deliverables being used across social, digital, email, website, print, OOH, radio, print, event on-site signage, and more.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
As our creative project management lead you will:Be the first point of contact for marketing teams when it comes to creative requests and requirementsBe the guardian of our creative process and ensure teams are working to this process, completing and supplying clear briefs and that the process is being adhered to in a timely mannerClearly communicate new projects, changes, and requirements to the wider creative team and ensure everyone is informed of the latest schedule and upcoming project requirementsMeticulously maintain and update creative schedules and timelines while managing workloads of creatives and identifying in advance where freelance resource may be requiredSupport the creative director in hiring freelance resource for projects as and when requiredCoordinate, schedule and follow-up on team meetings, creative briefing sessions, creative brainstorms, and any meetings between creative & other teams required for the flawless execution of projectsEnsure all projects are delivered on time and within budgetResolve any workflow conflicts which may impact project expectationsPERSON SPECIFICATION
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
5-7 years of experience in the advertising or creative agency industryProven experience managing the timely delivery of creative projects and deliverablesPassion for sports and hospitality preferred with a focus on soccer/futbolProven experience working with creative resources that include art directors, designers, copywriters, animators, video editors, producers, photographers, illustrators, etc.Proven experience working on brand, campaign, and product announcements and launchesProven experience planning, leading, directing, and managing various creative-driven projects simultaneouslyBasic understanding and knowledge of the sports & lifestyle global sponsorship market - understanding why brands want to partner with live events & sports properties would be extremely useful in this role;Mac proficiency with strong, working ability to use Keynote, PPTX, Microsoft Office, Asana, DigiDeck, Ceros, PageproofSKILLS & ABILITIES
The candidate should demonstrate:
Outstanding organizational skills with impeccable attention-to-detailExcellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skillsThe ability to balance multiple projects at once and work well under tight deadlinesThe ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders (often in different countries and time zones)A strong team player that is flexible dependent on business demandThe ability to self-direct and motivate and work with minimal supervisionExcellent time management skills, ability to work calmly under pressure while meeting deadlinesAbility to define and redefine processes, systems, and structures to optimize workflow across the departmentCIRCUMSTANCES UNIQUE TO THE ROLE
You'll usually work normal office hours, however, you may work longer hours, including evening and weekend work, when working to a campaign deadline or in the lead up to/ during an RFP/ pitch or an event.You may be required to travel to each event and work on-site for the duration of the event, as necessary.Outside of event travel there may be a requirement to travel for meetings as part of the role.
#LI-GB1
Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. We understand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we strive to reflect the world's diverse voices.
Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.
Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the range shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Endeavor strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.
Hiring Range Minimum:$75,000 annually
Hiring Range Maximum:$100,000 annually
Who We Are:
On Location is a premium experience provider, offering world class hospitality, ticketing, curated guest experiences, live event production, and travel management across sports, entertainment, and fashion. From unrivaled access for corporate clients to guests looking for fully immersive experiences at marquee events, On Location is the premier and official service provider to over 150 iconic rights holders, such as the IOC (Paris 2024, Milano Cortina 2026, LA 2028), NFL, NCAA, UFC and PGA of America, and numerous musical artists and festivals. The company also owns and operates a number of unique and exclusive experiences, transforming the most dynamic live events into a lifetime of memories. On Location is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global sports and entertainment company.
Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world's most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through IMG ARENA and OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 TM marketing team is seeking a motivated and highly skilled Creative Project Manager.
The role will work collaboratively with a cross-functional team to manage creative requests of all sizes from start to finish across B2B and B2C workstreams.
As a key member of our in-house creative team you will ensure that all work coming through the creative department is delivered on time, at the highest level and according to FIFA's string brand guidelines. You will manage all project details including the brief, resources, allocations, timelines, deliverables, budgets, reporting, and planning.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience simultaneously managing multiple projects with a wide variety of creative outputs, and deadlines across time zones in a fast-paced work environment. Your experience will include establishing creative department process, brand identity development and campaign launch experience with final creative deliverables being used across social, digital, email, website, print, OOH, radio, print, event on-site signage, and more.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
As our creative project management lead you will:Be the first point of contact for marketing teams when it comes to creative requests and requirementsBe the guardian of our creative process and ensure teams are working to this process, completing and supplying clear briefs and that the process is being adhered to in a timely mannerClearly communicate new projects, changes, and requirements to the wider creative team and ensure everyone is informed of the latest schedule and upcoming project requirementsMeticulously maintain and update creative schedules and timelines while managing workloads of creatives and identifying in advance where freelance resource may be requiredSupport the creative director in hiring freelance resource for projects as and when requiredCoordinate, schedule and follow-up on team meetings, creative briefing sessions, creative brainstorms, and any meetings between creative & other teams required for the flawless execution of projectsEnsure all projects are delivered on time and within budgetResolve any workflow conflicts which may impact project expectationsPERSON SPECIFICATION
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
5-7 years of experience in the advertising or creative agency industryProven experience managing the timely delivery of creative projects and deliverablesPassion for sports and hospitality preferred with a focus on soccer/futbolProven experience working with creative resources that include art directors, designers, copywriters, animators, video editors, producers, photographers, illustrators, etc.Proven experience working on brand, campaign, and product announcements and launchesProven experience planning, leading, directing, and managing various creative-driven projects simultaneouslyBasic understanding and knowledge of the sports & lifestyle global sponsorship market - understanding why brands want to partner with live events & sports properties would be extremely useful in this role;Mac proficiency with strong, working ability to use Keynote, PPTX, Microsoft Office, Asana, DigiDeck, Ceros, PageproofSKILLS & ABILITIES
The candidate should demonstrate:
Outstanding organizational skills with impeccable attention-to-detailExcellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skillsThe ability to balance multiple projects at once and work well under tight deadlinesThe ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders (often in different countries and time zones)A strong team player that is flexible dependent on business demandThe ability to self-direct and motivate and work with minimal supervisionExcellent time management skills, ability to work calmly under pressure while meeting deadlinesAbility to define and redefine processes, systems, and structures to optimize workflow across the departmentCIRCUMSTANCES UNIQUE TO THE ROLE
You'll usually work normal office hours, however, you may work longer hours, including evening and weekend work, when working to a campaign deadline or in the lead up to/ during an RFP/ pitch or an event.You may be required to travel to each event and work on-site for the duration of the event, as necessary.Outside of event travel there may be a requirement to travel for meetings as part of the role.
#LI-GB1
Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. We understand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we strive to reflect the world's diverse voices.
Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.
Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the range shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Endeavor strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.
Hiring Range Minimum:$75,000 annually
Hiring Range Maximum:$100,000 annually