3D Production Manager, Development

Summary

Posted: Oct 22, 2024

Role Number:200574824

Marcom is the creatively-led global team that oversees Apple's consumer facing marketing. We ensure the flawless development and execution of world-class communications across all medias and platforms. Every day, hundreds of millions of Apple customers around the world interact with our products. We drive the strategy and creative work that provide both new and existing customers with simple, engaging and inspiring marketing experiences.In this senior role, you will be instrumental in crafting and managing comprehensive development deliverables for Apple's worldwide events, supporting branding moments including product displays, visual merchandising fixtures, and specialty installations. You will use your experience to provide strategic direction and creative thinking, oversee high-impact projects, and ensure the seamless integration of development processes.

Description

Drive design development process including: project planning, budgets, estimates, timelines, supplier engagement/management, engineering drawing reviews, production reviews, and presentations. Additional responsibilities include:- Project Management: Lead multiple projects simultaneously, overseeing reviews, budget management, timeline adherence, and status updates. Execute against project strategy and negotiate project shifts with flexible, innovative and strategic approach- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Forge strong partnerships with Creative, Producers, Operations, Finance, Corporate Procurement, Legal, and Production teams. Act as a key liaison with internal and external partners, ensuring clear communication, alignment on project objectives, and successful project outcomes.- Vendor and Supplier Management: Engage with our suppliers and agencies, leading development, production reviews, negotiating terms, installation logistics maintaining relationships to ensure alignment with strategic goals.- Problem-Solving: Drive innovative approaches to 3DVM deliverables, proactively identifying and addressing challenges with creative, and strategic thinking.- Able to travel internationally and domestically.

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in events/exhibition production or retail fixture development.
• Experience in strategic project management within, but not limited to, a design agency, architecture firm, or in-house studio.

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical Expertise: Deep familiarity with a wide variety of production methods, architectural and engineering drawings, along with sophisticated knowledge of project management tools, fixture development standards and construction practices.
• Project Leadership: Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide teams, handle cross-functional collaboration, and drive project success.
• Communication: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain influential relationships with collaborators at all levels.
• Attention to Detail: Strong eye for quality, technical details, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Innovative Thinking: Demonstrated ability to develop and implement innovative solutions and optimize processes for maximum efficiency.
• Strategic Vision: Experience leading strategic initiatives and managing high-impact projects with complex physical 3D deliverables.
• BA or BS degree preferred, or relevant experience.

Education & Experience

Additional Requirements

Pay & Benefits

• At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $143,900 and $269,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
  
  Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
  
  Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

• Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

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