Gameday Production Manager

About Rhode Island Fc

Rhode Island FC (RIFC) is the premier professional soccer club in Rhode Island, competing in the USL Championship, one of the fastest-growing professional leagues in North America. RIFC is not just a team; it's a movement built on community, passion, and the love of the global game. Our mission is to represent the spirit of the Ocean State, both on the pitch and throughout our communities.

Centreville Bank Stadium is a state-of-the-art, 100 percent electric, soccer-specific stadium on the banks of the Seekonk River. Named Best New Venue of 2025 by Sports Travel Magazine, Centreville Bank Stadium is the flagship destination for sports and entertainment in the Ocean State. Embedded in the Rhode Island community and the official home of the Rhode Island FC, the multi-use venue hosts concerts, sporting events, corporate outings, and cultural festivals year-round.

RIFC and Centreville Bank Stadium are committed to creating a vibrant culture that resonates with entertainment seekers across the region.

The Gameday Production Manager is responsible for creating the energy, emotion, and flow of matchday, from gates open to final whistle. The position will oversee all in-stadium entertainment, audio/visual elements, promotions, talent, and on-field moments for RIFC home games and select events at Centreville Bank Stadium.

Collaborating closely with all departments to ensure alignment between initiatives and organizational goals, the Gameday Production Manager is imaginative in thinking, collaborative in process, and innovative in approach to create a best-in-class experience.

This role blends creative vision with live-event execution, requiring someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves sports and live entertainment, and can manage people, schedules, and moments under pressure. The ideal candidate is a creative, detail-oriented, and high-energy Gameday Production Manager that can lead the planning and execution of the full fan experience at Centreville Bank Stadium.

• Own the end-to-end game run of show, including pregame, in-game, halftime, and postgame elements.
• Build, schedule, and execute detailed gameday timelines, script writing and cue sheets.
• Direct all in-game music, video board content, lighting cues, and promotional moments.
• Ensure a cohesive tone and energy that is aligned with the RIFC brand.

• Develop and execute in-game promotions, contests, and fan engagement moments.
• Oversee all on-field and concourse activations, including ceremonies, recognitions, and special theme nights.
• Coordinate the game processional, including players, referees, mascots, youth teams, and special guests.
• Manage halftime entertainment and pregame ceremonies.
• Collaborate with in-stadium production staff including camera operators, gameday MC, PA announcer and DJ to create a cohesive and engaging fan experience.

• Book and manage talent for national anthem, special performances, and halftime and pregame entertainment.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for performers on gameday, including rehearsals and run-throughs.

• Manage the team mascot program, including scheduling, performance expectations, and appearances.
• Recruit, schedule, train, and supervise gameday production staff and volunteers.
• Ensure staff are prepared, informed, and aligned with gameday goals.

• Collaborate with Marketing, Communications, Ticketing, Partnerships, and Stadium Operations to align gameday execution.
• Work closely with broadcast, league, officials, and stadium partners to ensure seamless operations.
• Support sponsor integrations and in-game activations in a way that enhances the fan experience and maximizes partnership satisfaction.
• Work with internal departments to execute in-stadium digital signage including LEDs, IPTV, and video boards.

• Manage gameday production equipment and inventory.
• Coordinate with audio/visual teams, control room staff, and technical vendors.
• Ensure…