Field Operations & Production Systems Associate

The Field Operations & Production Systems Associate plays a critical role in supporting the operational infrastructure of NFL Films’ production, event, and football operations. This position focuses on system oversight, workflow optimization, and cross‑departmental coordination to ensure smooth execution of onboarding, credentialing, hiring, and on‑location operational processes. The role also contributes directly to football operations at games and events, serving as a reliable on‑site operational resource. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, event‑driven environment and brings a systems‑minded approach to operational challenges. Responsibilities: Oversee hiring operations for all remote productions, including freelancers across shoot and football schedules. Manage the onboarding workflow to ensure new crew members are set up correctly in payroll and operational systems. Collaborate with office managers and departmental leads to strengthen and standardize hiring practices across production and football operations. Partner with the Field Operations VP and department managers to maintain, refine, and scale systems that drive efficiency and consistency across production, event, and football operations. Serve as a point of contact for troubleshooting system issues and coordinating solutions with internal and external partners. Coordinate logistics for football operations, including crewing, travel, scheduling & media return for on‑location crews. Provide on‑site operational support at games and events, assisting with logistics, credentialing, crew coordination, and real‑time problem solving. Work closely with HR and Security to coordinate background clearances for all on‑location personnelPartner with Finance to support the NFL’s freelance payroll company relationship, including system navigation, troubleshooting, and daily operational maintenance. Collaborate with Project Management to support timecard workflow accuracy and ensure project assignments are communicated clearly. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree plus 3-5+ years of experience in operations, production coordination, event operations, or related fields. Strong organizational and systems‑thinking mindset. Ability to manage multiple workflows with accuracy and urgency. Excellent communication and cross‑team coordination skills. Comfortable working in fast‑paced, event‑driven environments. Proficiency with operational systems, databases, or workflow tools (experience with payroll or credentialing systems a plus). Ability to work nights, weekends, and travel as needed for games and events. Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting production, event operations, or football operations in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment. A post-graduate degree in Operations, Production or Sports related field is a plus. Prior experience working with freelance or project‑based workforces, including understanding of crew roles and on‑location product...