Manager, Photo & News Agency Services, FIFA World Cup 2026

Gondola; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as the Manager of Photo & News Agency Services for the FIFA World Cup 2026! This exciting role involves working closely with various stakeholders to ensure seamless media operations for thousands of journalists and photographers. You'll be responsible for managing media-dedicated spaces, liaising with international news agencies, and ensuring that all operations meet the highest standards. If you have a passion for sports, extensive experience in media operations, and exceptional organizational skills, this is your chance to contribute to one of the world's most prestigious sporting events. Be part of an unforgettable experience and help shape the future of sports media!

Qualifications

• 5+ years in sports industry with a focus on media operations.
• Experience in photography at sports events is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with International News Agencies for operational planning.
• Plan and execute logistical arrangements for photographers.

Skills

Media Operations

Project Management

Photography

Logistical Planning

Communication

Fluency in English

Spanish/French Proficiency

MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Higher Education in Media or Sports Event Management

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project)

Planning Software

Online Collaboration Tools

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Manager, Photo & News Agency Services, FIFA World Cup 2026

Reporting organisationally to the Senior Manager, Media Operations & Services, the Manager, Photo & News Agency Services will be a key member of the FIFA26 Operations team, working in close collaboration with Venue Management, Media Services, Technical Services, Broadcaster Servicing, Host Broadcast Operations, Host City Rights Management, and other key individuals responsible for planning, delivering, and managing Media Operations for the more than 3000 national and international media expected to attend the FIFA World Cup, with an emphasis on Photographers.

THE POSITION

The main responsibilities and oversights of the Manager, Photo & News Agency Services for the FIFA World Cup 26 include:

1. Scope media-dedicated spaces and flows in all competition and non-competition venues in collaboration with other key functional areas.
2. Manage relationships and be the main point of contact for operational planning for International News Agencies and Camera Loan & Repair suppliers.
3. Scope spaces for Camera Loan & Repair suppliers at all venues and define services offered to Accredited Photographers.
4. Organise International News Agencies’ workshops and visits in the Host Countries.
5. Plan for the scope and delivery of photographer-dedicated services.
6. Liaise with the Host Cities to define media-dedicated areas and services.
7. Engage with local and international media to define requirements and ensure the delivery of operations is set to the highest standards.
8. Define and implement a rate card solution for International News Agencies and other key media outlets.
9. Collaborate with the Media Services team to scope photographer-dedicated services, including Accreditation, Accommodation & Transport.
10. Pre-tournament arbitration of media tickets and positions for News Agencies.
11. Event-time management and coordination of Media Ticketing for International News Agencies in collaboration with the Media Ticketing team.
12. Plan and execute logistical arrangements for photographers and international News Agencies.

YOUR PROFILE

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.

Higher education qualification in media or sports event management.

5+ years’ experience in the sports industry, with an emphasis on media operations.

3-5 years’ experience in sports project management, preferably in football.

Experience in the field of Photography at sports events.

Fluent in English; Spanish and/or French proficiency is a plus.

Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools.