Manager, Production Operations

Apple • Cupertino, CA

104d

About The Position

The Worldwide Events Team is seeking a dynamic Manager, Production Operations to be part of our Production Services group. This group works with several teams across the company to bring Apple’s iconic brand and products to life for audiences around the world. From new launches and keynotes, to live productions and hands-on experiences, this team is charged with managing the planning, end-to-end production, guest journeys, and unique details that make these events special. As part of the Worldwide Events team’s Production Services group, the Manager, Production Operations will play a pivotal role in leading a core team that plans and implements operations and logistics for key Apple events and productions. It’s a particularly exciting time to join our team as we continue to build flawless brand experiences throughout the Apple ecosystem! This is an opportunity to be a part of an exceptionally hardworking team whose charter is to create, execute, and innovate shared event and filmed experiences. As a leader on the Production Services team within Worldwide Events, you’ll be responsible for developing and implementing best practices and operational excellence for our live events and filmed content experiences. If you have strong operations and logistics planning in live events or filmed content (theatrical, entertainment, tech-based), as well as a love for managing and nurturing teams, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

• 9+ years experience with a proven track record in event production and/or operations.
• Minimum of 5+ years managing high-performing teams of 3 or more team members.
• Experience leading live events and/or film/theatrical productions.
• Organizational expertise in creating and carrying out high-level operational plans.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in a related field of study or equivalent experience preferred.
• Competency in AutoCAD is a plus.
• Outstanding communication and presentation abilities, written and verbal, to all levels of an organization.
• Self-starting, self-motivated, self-directed, and self-sufficient.
• Flexibility to work as required to fulfill business needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a core team that plans and implements operations and logistics for key Apple events and productions.
• Develop and implement best practices and operational excellence for live events and filmed content experiences.
• Manage and nurture teams to ensure high performance.
• Create and carry out high-level operational plans for high-profile events.
• Build positive relationships with production vendors and cross-functional partners.
• Negotiate and build strong relationships with external vendors.
• Craft tactical plans that can be scalable across all event types.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees