Ever dreamed of getting paid to watch every single game of the FIFA World Cup from the heart of New York City? FOX Sports is making that dream a reality with a truly one-of-a-kind job opening.
With the tournament just over a month away, FOX has teamed up with Indeed to find the ultimate soccer fan for a role that's as unique as it sounds: the "FOX One Chief World Cup Watcher." The lucky candidate will earn a cool $50,000 for just over a month of work, covering all 104 games from June 11 to July 19.
But here's the twist—you won't be watching from your couch. The job comes with a custom-built viewing space smack in the middle of Times Square, where thousands of passersby will see you in action. As the announcement video puts it, "Thousands of people will watch you watching soccer. They will applaud you. They will judge you." It's like being in an aquarium, but for soccer fans.
The role isn't just about watching, though. You'll also act as a content creator for social media, proving you're the ultimate authority on every minute of World Cup action. Think you've got what it takes? The qualifications are simple: you love watching sports for an "uncomfortable amount of time," you're comfortable on camera, and you've posted something that got at least one "LOL."
FOX Sports' President of Marketing, Robert Gottlieb, called this "a historic tournament that calls for an equally historic hire." He added, "One engaged applicant will get the job of a lifetime to experience and celebrate every story, every nation and every exhilarating moment that defines the beautiful game."
Ready to apply? Head online, share a video with the caption "#ChiefWorldCupWatcher," and show them why you're the perfect candidate. This is your chance to join FOX's coverage and live out every soccer fan's ultimate fantasy—all while being the center of attention in Times Square.
