Manager / Director of Events, Entertainment & Fan Experience

Manager/Director Of Events, Entertainment & Fan Experience

Location: Tulsa, OK (On-Site)

Department: Marketing

Reports to: VP of Marketing

Salary Range: $50,000 to $65,000

About FC Tulsa

FC Tulsa is Oklahoma’s premier professional soccer team, competing in the USL Championship—the fastest-growing pro soccer league in North America. We are deeply rooted in our Tulsa community and driven by five core values: Passion for Tulsa, Growth Mindset, Positive Attitude, Customer First, and Hustle. We are building something meaningful, and we’re looking for high-performing individuals who want to grow with us and help shape the future of soccer in Oklahoma.

Position Overview

The Director of Events, Entertainment & Fan Experience is a dynamic leadership role responsible for delivering unforgettable matchday experiences, coordinating key club events, and elevating fan engagement across all touchpoints. This individual brings energy, precision, and creativity to every live moment—ensuring fans, partners, and community members feel valued, excited, and connected to FC Tulsa.

This is an on-site, hands-on position ideal for a strategic thinker who thrives under pressure and has a passion for live entertainment, sports culture, and community-driven experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Matchday & Game Presentation

• Lead all aspects of matchday production including scripting, run-of-show, timing, halftime programming, and on-field activations.
• Oversee music direction, PA announcing, vendors, security, emcee engagement, all entertainment, anthem performers, and video board content to create a vibrant, branded atmosphere.
• Serve as the central liaison between game operations, marketing, broadcast, production, and third-party vendors to ensure flawless execution.
  
  

Club Events & Community Activation

• Plan and manage club-hosted events such as watch parties, fanfests, season ticket member functions, sponsor activations, and youth/family/community engagement initiatives.
• Oversee FC Tulsa Sportsplex events in collaboration with community partners and internal stakeholders.
• Manage event budgets, timelines, vendor relationships, and on-site logistics to deliver premium experiences aligned with brand standards.
  
  

Team Leadership & Intern Program

• Recruit, train, and manage seasonal event staff, promotional teams, and vendors.
• Direct the club’s cross-departmental internship program, ensuring effective onboarding, scheduling, mentorship, and professional development for all interns.
• Maintain strong collaborative relationships across departments including Ticketing, Partnerships, Operations, Marketing, and Community Engagement.
  
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in event production, live entertainment, or sports presentation.
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale, high-pressure events with precision and creativity.
• Strong project management and organizational skills; able to manage multiple complex initiatives with attention to detail.
• A passion for fan experience, culture, and storytelling through live moments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead teams and represent the club externally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with creative tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva) and project management platforms preferred.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the match and event calendar.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.