Position: Director, Game Entertainment and Special Events – Full Time/Exempt

Department: Marketing  

Reports to: Vice President, Content, Creative and Branding

Location: Arizona Cardinals (Tempe, AZ)

Format: In-person 

Cardinals Organizational Summary:   

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is a professional football team within the National Football League (NFL). We compete in the National Football Conference (NFC) West division and call State Farm Stadium, in Glendale, Arizona, our home.

As one of the oldest pro football franchises in the U.S., the Club has established itself as a sport and cultural hallmark within Arizona, as well as a trailblazer for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives and firsts around the League.  Our vision is to build a leading sports organization that competes for championships, drives business results, creates loyal fans, develops proud employees, and inspires hope in our community. We are relentless in our pursuit of greatness on and off the field, while positively impacting our people, our fans, and our community.

If you want to join an organization that values putting the team first, doing what is right, growing with positivity, valuing every voice, while driving performance, we would love for you to join our team. Learn more about the Arizona Cardinals and see what’s happening  . 

Job Summary:

The Director, Game Entertainment and Special Events will be responsible for the development and execution of all entertainment for Arizona Cardinals games and events with the goal of creating a unique, entertaining and fan-friendly event experience. This shall include all administrative duties for Game Entertainment and assist in the execution of Cardinals special events. This position will determine the content and atmosphere of Cardinals games consistent with overall organization marketing, sales and broadcast initiatives. The Director will be responsible for the execution of all game day entertainment and team events that deliver the greatest exposure and value to the team.

The position is primarily based at the Tempe, AZ business office, but will be required to work all home games and team functions at the State Farm Stadium located in Glendale, AZ.

Primary Job Duties:

The Director, Game will have the daily responsibilities including, without limitation, to the following:

• Planning and coordinating Cardinals game day entertainment including, but not limited to pre-game presentations, National Anthem, color guard, half-time performances, in-game promotions, and outdoor entertainment.
• Executive producer for video board presentation, run of show, and in game show direction.
• Create game day entertainment timelines, scripts for PA and Game Presentation production/presentation.
• Work with Cardinals Business, Broadcast, Production, and Stadium Operations departments executing game day.
• Devise new and creative pre-game events, in-game entertainment, and stadium promotions.
• Oversee game day entertainment and promotions staff including cheerleaders, drumline, flag runners, mascot, production, and promotional staff.
• Serve as the direct report for Director / Cardinals Cheerleaders and Coordinator.
• Planning and execution of team special events including, but not limited to Draft Party, Day #3 Draft, Cardinals Climb, Golf Outings, Parades and any additional team marketing or promotional events. 
• Provide support to Cardinals Charities and Community Relations events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent education, training, and experience)
• Experience:  At least seven (7) years of experience in professional broadcast sports entertainment, NFL or Special Events experience a plus.
• Passionate and knowledgeable about the sports, entertainment, and special event industry.
• Ability to work with and supervise a variety of staff.
• Work non-traditional hours including nights and weekends.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to multi-task and solve problems in a high-stress, fast-paced live event/production environment.
• Must be detail-oriented and highly self-motivated with a shared commitment to excellence.
• Strong understanding of brand standards.
• Ability to lift 25lbs.
• Willingness and ability to travel 2 - 3 times a year for air travel and overnight stays for appearances, conferences, league meetings, and team events.
• The position is primarily based at the Tempe, AZ practice facility, but will be required to work all home games and team functions at the State Farm Stadium located in Glendale, AZ.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; hours may vary depending on business needs.
• Must complete all pre-employment forms and successfully pass a background check. 

Cardinals Benefits/Perks Summary:

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club has developed a comprehensive benefits package that provides economic and inclusive benefits to full-time employees. The Cardinals benefits offer care, protection, and support for employees and their loved ones. The Cardinals organization encourages an environment that is conducive to living a healthy, productive, and flexible lifestyle.

Benefits and Perks include, but are not limited to:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options; effective the first day of hire
• 401 (k) retirement option with employer match contribution
• Paid Time Off Accruals (including sick time accruals)
• Paid Time Off for most Federal holidays
• Time off for Maternity, Paternity, Military, and Bereavement
• MDLIVE: 24/7 medical support
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Care Saving Account options
• Discounts on Cardinals gear & paraphernalia
• Tuition reimbursement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Daily free lunch
• Complimentary season tickets
• Subsidized gym memberships 

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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