Director, Experiential Ops and Production

THE; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

THE TEAM in London seeks a Senior Operations & Production Director to lead end-to-end activations for NFL International games, coordinating multi-market teams, schedules, and budgets. You will drive strategic planning, production execution, and client partnership at the highest level.

You will translate complex production details into clear insights, manage large-scale budgets, ensure safety and compliance, and deliver culturally relevant fan experiences across markets while guiding a

Qualifications

• 10+ years of operations/production in experiential and sports.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale, multi-market events.
• Budgets in excess of $2M managed successfully.
• Willingness to travel extensively and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale activations across markets, on time and on budget.
• Develop and oversee complex production plans, run of show, logistics and staffing.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance and high-quality output across markets.
• Build trusted senior client relationships and act as strategic advisor.
• Lead international delivery, site visits and vendor management.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Client management

International operations

Production planning

Job description

The TEAM is proud to provide representation and marketing services to talent, brands and properties across 28 countries and more than 70 cities worldwide. Our brands and properties group partners with iconic brands and rights holders to turn relevance into revenue through integrated strategy and consulting, creative, live experiences and commercialization. We help clients understand, connect to and inspire global audiences by bringing together brands, properties and talent/creators to build meaningful relationships that drive measurable business outcomes. Shaped by our belief in the unifying power of sports, music and entertainment, THE TEAM leads with intelligence, ideas and influence. For more information, please visit the.team.

OVERVIEW

The Senior Operations & Production Director will play a pivotal leadership role in the end-to-end delivery of high-profile client activations at NFL International games. This role will oversee the strategic planning, operational delivery, and production execution of multi-market experiential projects, ensuring best-in-class output that aligns with both brand and league expectations. Working across international markets, this individual will lead large-scale project teams, manage significant budgets (£1.5M+ / $2M+), and act as a senior client partner - driving operational excellence while shaping compelling, culturally relevant fan experiences within the sports landscape.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

• Project Leadership & Delivery Lead the full lifecycle of large-scale activations from concept through to delivery, ensuring projects are executed on time, on budget, and to the highest standard
• Develop and oversee complex production plans, including schedules, run of show, logistics, staffing models, and site operations
• Ensure all event structures, infrastructure, and technical elements are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with local regulations across multiple markets
• Maintain a solutions-focused approach, proactively identifying risks, resolving challenges, and escalating where appropriate
• Client Leadership & Strategic Partnership Build and maintain trusted senior-level relationships with the client and key stakeholders, acting as a strategic advisor throughout the project lifecycle
• Translate complex production and operational detail into clear, meaningful insight for clients, providing context on implications and opportunities
• Lead client conversations with confidence—structuring clear, compelling narratives and guiding decision-making toward desired outcomes
• Identify opportunities to add value and streamline processes
• Budget & Commercial Management Own the development, management, and reconciliation of large-scale project budgets ($2M+), ensuring financial accuracy and delivery against targets
• Manage scope effectively, identifying and addressing scope creep while driving efficiencies
• Lead procurement conversations and negotiate with suppliers and stakeholders across multiple markets to ensure value and quality
• Provide clear budget oversight across teams, guiding junior staff on financial management and accountability
• International & Operational Excellence Lead delivery across multiple international markets, ensuring consistence while adapting to local regulations, cultures, and operational nuances
• Conduct site visits and oversee on-the-ground delivery throughout the summerperiod
• Manage vendor ecosystems across production disciplines (staging, fabrication, AV, technical, logistics), ensuring alignment with agency standards
• Ensure robust health & safety planning and compliance across all market
• Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and inspire cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative high-performance culture
• Delegate effectively, clearly communicating expectations, timelines, and deliverables
• Provide guidance on complex challenges, while empowering team members to take ownership of their work
• Creative & Strategic Contribution Contribute to the development of experiential strategies and production solutions that align with client objectives and elevate creative output
• Anticipate challenges and identify opportunities that have not yet been surfaced, bringing proactive thinking to the team and client

WHAT YOU NEED:

• 10+ years’ experience in operations and production within experiential and sports industries
• Proven experience delivering large-scale, multi-market events and activations
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets in excess of $2M
• Strong expertise in event infrastructure, production delivery, and health & safety compliance
• Experience working internationally and adapting delivery across different markets
• Willingness and availability to travel extensively for site visits and on-the ground delivery
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skill

THE TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. THE TEAM is proudly an equal opportunity employer. We are always searching for the most passionate and talented people from all backgrounds and experiences to join us. More than 20 years into our evolution, we continue to expand our global reach and capabilities to serve clients across sports, music and entertainment. We are committed to making a meaningful impact across key areas of inclusion, community service and sustainability not only for our employees, but for clients and the industry at large.

THE TEAM is a leading global sports, music and entertainment company. Led by intelligence, ideas and influence, we provide representation and marketing services to talent, brands and properties.