Dressing & Signage– FIFA World Cup 26™ (All Host Cities)

At FIFA26, our vision is to unite the world through the greatest sporting event of all time. The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament will feature 48 teams and be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico and the USA. This new format will redefine excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement among fans and players across North America and all over the world. Now is your time to become a game changer and join the workforce that will plan and deliver this extraordinary and unforgettable experience.

FIFA World Cup 26 Skills Framework

ACCOUNTABILITY: Demonstrate commitment to responsibilities and objectively analyze one’s behavior, while assuming consequences of one’s own actions and/or decisions and learning from one’s mistakes.

DECISION MAKING: Ability to identify and swiftly make decisions in critical situations, take initiative and calculated risks, explore alternative solutions, and respond promptly to unforeseen circumstances.

INCLUSIVITY: Achieve shared organizational objectives by sharing information with colleagues across all levels and divisions, tangibly influencing others, and maintaining a network of support contacts.

INITIATIVE:  Capacity to do things on one’s own initiative and to influence the course of events, assume responsibilities, and achieve objectives with a minimum of supervision and control.

INNOVATION: Capacity to break new ground, look for unconventional solutions, and produce fresh ideas.

LEADERSHIP: Ability to lead one’s contacts/colleagues/partners, encourage teamwork, and delegate authority/decision-making power, as needed, to produce the expected results and make efficient use of the team’s skills and talents.

VISION: Ability to perceive the organization's global environmental impact, anticipate decision consequences, grasp organizational missions, and formulate strategic plans.

The Dressing & Signage role is a key operational position within the FIFA World Cup 26™ Dressing & Signage team. This unified evergreen role represents the responsibilities of Dressing & Signage Venue Managers and is responsible for delivering world-class branding, dressing, and wayfinding signage across stadiums and additional non-stadium venues. The main responsibilities include:

On-Site Dressing & Signage Delivery

• Oversee and execute full dressing and signage implementation at assigned stadiums and sites.
• Travel to off-site, non-stadium venues to supervise installations as required.
• Serve as the primary on-venue contact for all Dressing & Signage activities and Functional Area requests.
• Ensure all installations meet FIFA’s branding, operational, and quality standards.

Supplier & Venue Coordination

• Manage supplier scheduling, workloads, and daily assignments.
• Maintain close alignment with the Dressing & Signage Senior Manager, HQ team, and TOC staff.
• Liaise with stadium operators, site owners, and venue managers to secure approvals for installation plans.
• Monitor venue readiness and coordinate with FAs requesting additional signage.

Daily Reporting & Project Communication

• Attend daily coordination meetings with venue staff.
• Submit daily progress reports, updates, and issue logs to the Dressing & Signage management team.
• Maintain real-time communication with cluster managers and HQ team regarding progress, risks, and changes.

Quality Control & Compliance

• Conduct continuous quality checks on all installations performed by suppliers.
• Identify, document, and escalate any issues related to installation quality, placement, or compliance.
• Ensure installations are completed on schedule and meet the agreed specifications and standards.

Wayfinding & Operational Signage

• Oversee venue wayfinding installations ensuring logical guest flow, operational efficiency, and clear navigation for all user groups.
• Distribute signage to Functional Areas and provide on-site guidance for installation when necessary.

Change-Control & Late Requests

• Input late or additional signage requests into the change-control system.
• Action approved requests and manage supplier adjustments accordingly.

Matchday & Tournament-Time Operations

• Maintain on-site presence during installation days, matchdays, decommission days, and other required periods.
• Support operational troubleshooting during matches, ensuring signage functionality and quick response to last-minute needs.
• Ensure operational dressing and signage align with the matchday plan and stadium operations.

Project Management & Knowledge Capture

• Contribute to project management initiatives, debriefs, documentation, and knowledge-sharing efforts.
• Support continuous improvement through insights from operations, installation outcomes, and stakeholder feedback.
• Assist in capturing best practices and process documentation for future tournaments.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Event Operations, Project Management, Design, Production, Sports Management, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent operational experience in venue dressing, signage, branding, or large-scale event implementation may be accepted.

Work Experience

• Experience working in large-scale sporting events, festivals, major events, or venue branding/production environments.
• Strong background in on-site operations, installation oversight, or supplier coordination.
• Experience delivering high-volume branding or signage programs preferred.
• Ability to manage complex site-based workloads and work collaboratively across multiple stakeholders.
• Experience with quality control, field troubleshooting, and operational decision-making.

Language

• Fluent in English (required)
• Spanish and/or French proficiency is a strong plus
• Additional languages beneficial depending on venue location and supplier partnerships.

Technology

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with project management tools, installation tracking platforms, or reporting dashboards.
• Ability to manage digital documentation, installation plans, and operational reporting tools.