Programming Lead, Events and Experiences

Full job description
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 industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. Worldwide Events and Experiences brings the best of Apple to life, showcasing our products, services and the values that drive our company. From global product launches and tailored creator experiences to impactful partner engagements and inspiring internal events, this team is charged with managing the end-to-end planning, production, in person experiences and all the unique details that make these events special. The team includes professionals with backgrounds in event design, management, operations, programming, broadcast, and production. We’re looking for inventive and collaborative people from a variety of creative fields. If that’s you, then your next home may be here!

Description

We're seeking an experienced Programming Lead and experience creator who can drive onsite events and engagements for influential audiences. You are expert at partnering with senior stakeholders and functional leads to design, curate, produce and deliver elevated experiences. You are a clear communicator with impeccable taste and attention to detail. You are comfortable with ambiguity, enjoy collaborating, know how to navigate nuance and consistently demonstrate integrity and accountability. You are dedicated to inspiring and delighting customers, employees and partners, and innovate down to the details. If this sounds like you, come and do the best and most exciting work of your career here at Apple! Responsibilities include: - Drive end-to-end planning, programming and stakeholder management on all events and experiences at the newly opened Apple Park Observatory. - Build a process to assess, plan and create impactful programming in alignment with organizational goals and priorities. - Establish an intake and evaluation process in alignment with Worldwide Events team leadership to ensure we are effectively prioritizing to manage budget and resources. - Partner with producers, designers and technical experts across the team to bring the space to life. - Act as a coach and conductor, bringing in appropriate team members and XFN partners at the right time to execute with excellence. - Curate elevated and impactful experiences for executives, partners, leaders and influential audiences. - Occasionally drive executive and influencer experiences throughout Apple Park or other Apple locations around the world. - Support on building and owning elements of our high profile events and product launches. - Facilitate collaboration and communication among partners and external resources. - Establish expectations and timelines to ensure parallel work streams implement simultaneously, seamlessly and according to plan. - Contribute to an environment that focuses on the audience experience, delivering world-class events, and pushing through decisions that are best for Apple. - Manage budget and vendors. Cultivate relationships with finance and procurement partners to ensure processing of vendor agreements, purchase orders, and payments. - Champion the end-to-end process from vendor procurement through fiscal reporting.

Minimum Qualifications
10+ years experience leading events and experiences for brands or managing an executive engagement or briefing program.
Expertise in programming for a variety of audiences, including executives, world leaders, influencers, creators, and internal teams.
Experience leading high touch engagements and multi-day event programs from concept through completion.
You’re a storyteller who is equally passionate giving an interactive tour as you are powering a stage.
Ability to occasionally travel domestically or internationally.
Familiarity with event production workflow and processes from concept to completion
Flexibility to work on-site as required to fulfill business needs

Preferred Qualifications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience creating events for Senior Executive and C-Level audiences.
Proven proficiency in handling event logistics production and technical elements.
Passion for building bespoke brand and product experiences that resonate
Detail obsessed with an eye to the touches that make an experience meaningful and memorable.
Cultural awareness that informs key concepts and emerging trends.
Comfortable navigating ambiguity while setting objectives and advancing results.
Obsession for details and the customer experience.
Ability to make good timely decisions that keep the project moving forward.
Deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
Cross functional collaborator with an ability to mentor and lead.
College degree and equivalent professional experience is a plus.

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 $182,600 and $274,500, 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 seek to promote 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 . Read more