What are the responsibilities and job description for the Creative Project Manager position at Ultimate Fighting Championship?
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Who We Are
UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 290 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality. TKO is majority owned by Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EDR), a global sports and entertainment company.
The Role And What You’ll Do
We are seeking a talented and experienced Creative Project Manager to join our team at UFC. This role is crucial in managing the workflow for animated graphics, videos, and digital advertising projects. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, adept at bridging the gap between the motion graphics team, stakeholders and various departments while efficiently managing budgets, team schedules, and timelines.
TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment. TKO makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee’s or applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for TKO employment candidates, please review our Privacy Policy. For information regarding Terms of Use for this and other TKO websites, please review our Terms of Use.
Who We Are
UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 290 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality. TKO is majority owned by Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EDR), a global sports and entertainment company.
The Role And What You’ll Do
We are seeking a talented and experienced Creative Project Manager to join our team at UFC. This role is crucial in managing the workflow for animated graphics, videos, and digital advertising projects. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, adept at bridging the gap between the motion graphics team, stakeholders and various departments while efficiently managing budgets, team schedules, and timelines.
- Oversee and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, including animated graphics, videos, and digital advertising campaigns
- Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
- Facilitate communication between leadership, creative teams, and other departments to ensure alignment on project goals and expectations
- Manage intake of creative briefs & assignment to motion graphics team members
- Develop and maintain project schedules, identifying potential bottlenecks and proposing solutions
- Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure timely delivery of assets and materials
- Monitor project progress and provide regular status updates to internal team leaders & external stakeholders
- Ensure all deliverables meet UFC’s high standards for quality and brand consistency
- Manage resource allocation and workload distribution within the creative team
- Implement and maintain project management tools and processes to improve efficiency
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with a keen eye for detail
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Proficiency in project management tools and software for scheduling and task management
- A proactive and adaptable approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced environment
- A passion for creativity and an understanding of the creative process
- Experience in sports, entertainment or combat sports industry
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly After Effects
- Familiarity with Cinema 4D, Unreal and/or other 3D programs
- Experience with budgeting and financial reporting
- Experience with Monday.com or other project management platforms
TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment. TKO makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee’s or applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for TKO employment candidates, please review our Privacy Policy. For information regarding Terms of Use for this and other TKO websites, please review our Terms of Use.
