Media Operations Coordinator

Location: Saudi Arabia

Employment Type: Project-basedDuration: ASAP - Feb/March 2027About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Media Operations Supervisor to support the coordination and delivery of media operations for a major international football tournament.The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day operational arrangements for media facilities and activities at designated tournament venues, ensuring that facilities, resources, and operational requirements are in place to support accredited media representatives throughout the competition.This role involves close coordination with venue teams, media representatives, and other tournament departments to ensure smooth operations before, during, and after matches.

The ideal candidate will have experience in media operations, venue operations, or large-scale sporting events, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.*Please note:* This is a media operations role focused on event and venue delivery, not social media management, journalism, public relations, or media production.Key Responsibilities1. Media Operations Coordination- Coordinate daily media operations at assigned tournament venues.- Ensure media facilities, work areas, and operational resources are prepared and ready for use.- Support the implementation of media operational plans, procedures, and schedules.- Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure media requirements are addressed efficiently.- Monitor operational activities and resolve issues that may affect media operations.- Ensure activities are delivered in line with tournament requirements and established procedures.2. Venue and Media Facilities Management- Oversee the operational readiness and daily functioning of designated media areas and facilities.- Coordinate the setup, availability, and maintenance of media workspaces and associated facilities.- Liaise with venue operations, technical services, IT, security, and other relevant teams to address operational requirements.- Monitor facility conditions and report any issues requiring attention.- Ensure media areas remain organized, accessible, and operational throughout assigned shifts.3. Match-Day Operations- Support the preparation and delivery of media operations before, during, and after matches.- Ensure operational arrangements are in place according to match schedules and venue requirements.- Monitor media-related activities and respond promptly to operational requests.- Coordinate with relevant teams to address last-minute changes, service disruptions, and other issues.- Support the smooth movement and access of authorized media personnel within designated operational areas, in coordination with the relevant teams.4. Stakeholder Coordination- Act as an operational point of contact for relevant venue teams and media stakeholders.- Coordinate with internal departments and external service providers to support daily operations.- Communicate operational updates, requirements, and issues to the relevant teams.- Follow up on outstanding tasks to ensure timely resolution.- Escalate significant operational challenges to the relevant management team.5. Team Supervision and Reporting- Supervise assigned operational personnel and coordinate daily tasks as required.- Ensure team members understand their responsibilities, schedules, and operational procedures.- Monitor task completion and support consistent service delivery.- Maintain operational logs, incident records, checklists, and shift reports.- Provide regular updates on operational readiness, ongoing activities, and outstanding issues.Requirements- Proven experience in media operations, venue operations, event operations, or a similar operational role.- Previous experience working at major sporting events, international tournaments, or large-scale live events is highly desirable.- Experience coordinating venue facilities, operational teams, and multiple stakeholders.- Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.- Ability to manage multiple tasks and respond effectively to changing operational requirements.- Good communication and interpersonal skills.- Ability to prepare operational reports, schedules, and checklists.- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard reporting tools.- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight operational deadlines.- Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, match days, and extended hours as required.Preferred Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate is a hands-on operations professional who understands the demands of live sporting events and venue-based operations. They should be comfortable coordinating with multiple departments, supervising operational activities, and resolving issues in a fast-paced environment.Candidates with experience in sports event operations, media facilities, venue management, event delivery, or tournament operations are encouraged to apply.Experience in social media, journalism, or public relations alone will not be sufficient without relevant operational experience.