Cross-Functional Producer, Design

Applied Intuition • Sunnyvale, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Applied Intuition is seeking a highly organized and collaborative Cross Functional Producer to support our Design team. This role will be pivotal in driving the execution of initiatives (e.g., brand design, industrial design) that require close collaboration between Design and Cross Functional partners across all verticals (e.g., Defense, Automotive). The ideal candidate will be a master of project management, a clear communicator, and possess a keen eye for detail, ensuring that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Leveraging a deep understanding of what it takes to make great design and a strong bias to action, you will continually refine workflows for efficiency, improvement and raising the quality bar.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Project Management, or a related field
• 5+ years of demonstrable experience as a producer, program manager, or in a similar role within a dynamic design, marketing or creative setting
• A proven track record of successfully managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines
• A clear understanding of managing project financials and vendor relationships
• Proven knowledge of licensing and clearance processes
• A solid understanding of the creative development process, encompassing design principles, production workflows, digital asset creation
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Familiarity with AI tools and their applications in design (e.g., MidJourney)

Nice To Haves

• Experience working within the technology and/or automotive industries
• Familiarity with Agile or other relevant project management methodologies

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end design project lifecycles by establishing timelines, budgets, and resource allocation using project management tools (e.g., Slack, Monday, Figma) to track progress, manage dependencies, and provide stakeholder visibility
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, set clear expectations across all teams, communicate roadblocks, and serve as the main point of contact between Design and Cross Functional partners (e.g., Engineering, Marketing)
• Facilitate communication, lead meetings with agendas and action items, and collaborate with teams to ensure smooth project execution
• Source and manage vendor partnerships including procurement, bid negotiations, rights and usage as applicable, drafting Master Service Agreements / Statements of Work and tracking invoicing through fund release and budget reconciliation
• Own and track any licensing or clearances required in partnership with our legal team
• Identify and implement workflow improvements, document best practices, and contribute to the evaluation of new productivity tools

Benefits

• Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits.
• Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off.
• Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees