Matchday Operations Lead — Live Event Presentation

Major League Soccer; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 88,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

$500 wellness reimbursement

Generous Holiday and PTO schedule

Career and professional development opportunities

Job summary

Major League Soccer in New York is seeking a Manager, Matchday Operations to oversee match presentation and execute key events like MLS Cup and All-Star games. The role requires strong event production skills and excellent communication to coordinate with clubs and stakeholders.

A Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience in live event production are essential. This position offers a competitive salary of $80,000 - $88,500 with comprehensive benefits and a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of live event run‑of‑show documents and timelines.
• Strong understanding of sports, music and entertainment industries.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as a point of contact for match presentation communications.
• Support match presentation planning and logistics for events.
• Lead development of documentation and resources for match presentation.

Skills

Event production

Communication skills

Project management

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Suite proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management or related field

5+ years of live event production experience

Job description

Major League Soccer in New York is seeking a Manager, Matchday Operations to oversee match presentation and execute key events like MLS Cup and All-Star games. The role requires strong event production skills and excellent communication to coordinate with clubs and stakeholders.

A Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience in live event production are essential. This position offers a competitive salary of $80,000 - $88,500 with comprehensive benefits and a flexible work schedule.