Studio Production Manager

Apple • Culver City, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The people here at Apple don’t just create products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to experiences that enrich the lives of so many. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. The Live & Studio Production team is responsible for the execution of all live projects for Apple Music Services. You'll be part of a team that drives the production of live music shows, experiential programs and cultural activations, supporting business needs and the cultural roadmap for Apple Music.

As Studio Production Manager you will be responsible for the planning, management and execution of technical production services for a variety of content, including live music performances, experiential programs and cultural activations in our new studio facility. You will assess technical project briefs and ensure production layouts and schedules are accurately drafted. You will also ensure that production services, crew and vendors are scheduled in line with the requirements of the project.

Requirements

• Significant industry experience within a Senior Production Manager role, or applicable role working on high-profile live and studio/music performances.
• 7 to 10 years working knowledge and experience in production management or staging supervision in studio and live environments.
• Technical knowledge and experience in: Production management, Entertainment rigging, Staging systems, Audio equipment (Backline and band gear and DJ equipment), Camera types, Lighting equipment and Power distribution.
• Established industry network, including freelancers, vendors and artist production.
• 7 to 10 years Experience in a Production Management role working with established artist(s).
• Knowledge of camera equipment and principles of video capture.
• Show and technical production budgeting on high-profile studio and live shows.
• Use of AutoCad or Vectorworks computer based design software to develop production layouts and ground plans.
• Direct experience handling sensitive and confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and adapt to rapidly changing production and artist schedules.
• Ability to be onsite; this role is an in-person, onsite position.
• Up to 20% + travel required; both domestic and international.

Nice To Haves

• Verifiable experience in production management or staging supervision on high-profile or large-scale live music productions.
• An established entertainment, touring and vendor freelancer network.
• Experience in using Showbiz entertainment budgeting software.
• OSHA or equivalent safety training/certification.
• Highly skilled at handling multiple, complex, concurrent deliverables.
• Able to respond and adapt to the needs of the team and content plan to ensure a high standard of work is delivered on time and to budget.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to cultivate strong partnerships and earn enrollment across partners in a complicated cross-functional environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail, while working under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Planning, management and execution of technical production services for live music performances, experiential programs and cultural activations in a new studio facility.
• Assessing technical project briefs to ensure production layouts and schedules are accurately drafted.
• Ensuring production services, crew and vendors are scheduled in line with project requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed