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the *dressing*manager*will be responsible for overseeing and managing the *visual identity and branding elements*in three of the *fifa world cup 2026*mexico*competition venues*, ensuring the visual presentation aligns with the fifa brand guidelines and enhances the overall fan experience. This role involves scoping, scope book and budget adjustments, and overall project delivery for the assigned competition venues. You will collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders to maintain consistency and high-quality standards throughout the tournament.
*key*responsibilities*:
*strategic*planning*&*execution*
- oversee the *scoping and implementation*of all branding elements in 3 competition venues for the fifa world cup 2026.
- *conduct*site*visits*to confirm l ayout, infrastructure, and visual needs, ensuring that the dressing is tailored to each location’s requirements.
- *update*detailed*scope*reports*which outline all visual branding requirements, including
design specifications, installation schedules, and resource allocations for each venue and location. Suggest (sustainable) substrates based on surface, anchor points and venue regulations.
- *manage and update*scope*budget*, identifying and allocating costs for product,
hardware, installation, labor, and logistics, ensuring the dressing is delivered within financial constraints.
- *ensure the*dressing*strategy*is followed for the fifa world cup 2026, ensuring alignment with fifa’s global brand and visual identity.
- work with fifa’s marketing and branding teams to ensure that all visual elements adhere to fifa’s guidelines and elevate the tournament’s overall aesthetic and fan engagement.
- *maintain direct communication with the client*regarding scope reports, ensuring that all visual branding elements align with the client's vision and requirements. This includes liaising with suppliers to coordinate the procurement, delivery, and installation of materials and services.
*dressing*implementation.*
- *manage*and coordinate*the*installation and placement*of all branding materials across the stadiums, including but not limited to media areas, vip lounges, external branding.
- ensure that all materials are *delivered*on*time*, installed correctly, and maintained throughout the duration of the tournament.
- oversee the *decommissioning*and*removal*of all visual elements at the end of the tournament, ensuring proper storage or disposal where appropriate.
- work closely with the *venue*teams*to monitor the quality and integrity of installations, ensuring that they are maintained throughout the event.
*collaboration*
- work closely with a *cross-functional*team*responsible for the visual execution of the dressing including venue and installation managers.
- *collaborate with event and operations teams*, including logistics, production, procurement, and sustainability teams, to ensure smooth execution of the dressing across all locations.
- coordinate with the *venues*, ensuring that all visual elements are compliant with local regulations and safety standards.
- provide *direction*and*support*to*external*contractors*and suppliers, ensuring high
- quality delivery of materials and installations.
*brand*consistency*&*quality*control*
- *ensure*brand*consistency*across all touchpoints, ensuring that the dressing aligns with fifa’s global standards and delivers a seamless visual experience for fans, players, and broadcast.
- implement and oversee a *quality*control*process*for all installations, ensuring that every venue meets fifa’s aesthetic standards for branding.
- conduct regular *site*inspections*to ensure installations are intact and properly displayed, making adjustments where necessary to meet standards.
*sustainability*&*legacy*
- collaborate with the *sustainability*team*to ensure that the dressing is aligned with fifa’s sustainability goals, incorporating sustainable materials and processes where possible.
*reporting*&*stakeholder*engagement*
- act as the *primary point of contact*for dressing -related inquiries for your venues, ensuring strong and consistent communication with internal teams, external vendors, and fifa representatives.
- prepare *post-event*