Coordinator, Game & Event Entertainment

Our mission at the Minnesota Vikings is to Advance the Vikings legacy through the passionate pursuit of excellence.

We strive to achieve, we put the team first, we seek to learn, we exhibit high character, and we are committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.

SUMMARY: The Coordinator, Game & Event Entertainment will assist in creating world-class, industry-leading live productions surrounding Vikings home games and tent pole events. This position will serve as the primary day-of contact for Vikings entertainment groups, operations partners, and production vendors, coordinating event day logistics to ensure a seamless experience for our partners and a world-class entertainment product for our fans. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, proactive innovator, and a detail-orientated planner, with a proven ability to thrive in a dynamic live entertainment environment. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Assist in the sourcing and scheduling of entertainment i.e. National Anthem, Color Guard, Halftime etc.
• Assist in the development, coordination, and production of feature video stories to be presented during Vikings games and special events. 
• Serve as a key leader for Vikings gameday field staff, assist the lead Field Producer in live on camera moments during Vikings games and special events. 
• Work in coordination with Vikings Sales and Partnerships team to effectively and professionally executive events and features related to corporate partners. 
• Work with stadium operations to advance logistics around gameday activations. Form and execute plans for movements of all key entertainment personnel on a game-by-game basis.
• Work alongside the Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders, Viktor mascot program, Flag Runners, and Skol Line (drum line) to form a unified, cohesive, and industry-leading live entertainment group.

• Continuously identifying opportunities to improve gameday processes, communication and overall fan experience.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Willingness to work long hours, weekends, holidays, and game days as needed

CONFIDENTIALITY REQUIREMENTS: This position may require the individual to have access to confidential records and information. To successfully perform this position, confidentiality of the information with which the individual has contact must be maintained.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and moving boxes, etc. 
• The ability to stand or walk for long periods of time. 
• The ability to sit at a desk for long periods of time. 
• Game days will require the person to navigate the stadium, premium areas, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Standard office for regular office hours, on-site events

The Minnesota Vikings are committed to creating and sustaining a culture for you. Whoever you are, we are an organization that embraces and empowers people of all backgrounds and experiences and incorporates diversity, equity, and inclusion into the foundation of everything we do. We are proud to have a culture that empowers our people to harness their uniqueness to develop their full potential as a contributor to the success of the organization and the communities we serve. The Minnesota Vikings are an equal opportunity employer, and we continue to commit to creating equitable opportunities by ensuring that our place can be anyone’s place.