Production Operations Associate (External Agency Staff)

In response to the growing production needs of NFL Films, the Field Operations Department is seeking a Production Operations Associate to join our team. This role blends coordination of various film projects throughout the year with occasional operational support for productions happening at games during the NFL season and at the NFL’s tentpole events. 

Responsibilities:

• Oversee logistics for remote/location film productions, including crew travel, equipment shipments, and vendor communication.
• Hire and onboard freelance crew members, including camera operators, audio techs, and production support personnel.
• Research and secure filming locations, manage permitting, and handle related administrative tasks.
• Assist with coordination and logistics planning for NFL Films at key League Events throughout the year, including the Combine, Draft, Hall of Fame, Pro Bowl, Super Bowl, and the 8 International Games.
• Serve as on-site support during events, overseeing operations from load-in to load-out and providing real-time troubleshooting in coordination with various NFL departments. 
• Collaborate across departments to ensure budget adherence and timely crew assignments for both remote productions & events. 
• Provide ongoing administrative support to full-time staff and the broader department as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Film Production, Operations or Event Planning
• Minimum of 5 years of production experience, preferably within the sports or entertainment industry. Line producing experience a plus.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage logistics, coordinate schedules, and ensure high-quality execution for both live events and film productions.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across teams and departments.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Prior experience working across both corporate and entertainment industries.
• Familiarity with audiovisual equipment, film production environments, and event technology setups.
• Strong ability to think on your feet and problem-solve in high-pressure, live event scenarios.
• Master’s Degree is preferred but not required.

Travel:

Approximately 30% of this position will require travel.

Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, based on project and event schedules.

Ability to travel for on-location events or production work as required.

Terms /Expected Hours of Work:

NFL employees are required to work 40 hours per week.  Additional hours may be needed during peak times.

Salary / Pay Range

$1750 - $2250/week

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials, or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.