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Manager, Retail Photography Studio

Apple, Sunnyvale, CA, United States

Manager, Retail Photography Studio

Sunnyvale,California,United States

Corporate Functions

Imagine what you could do here! The people here at Apple don’t just create products — they build 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. At Apple, inclusion is a shared responsibility, and we work together to foster a culture where everyone belongs and is inspired to do their best work. The worldwide Apple Retail Engagement & Marketing (REM) team defines, makes and delivers programs, campaigns, initiatives and experiences that help Apple Retail’s customers and teams discover, be inspired by, learn about and go further with Apple’s products and services, and does so in a manner that is true to our values. The Manager of the Retail Photography Studio will be part of the Retail Engagement & Marketing (REM) organization managing the day to day operations of the Retail Photo Studio, which delivers multiple photography outputs for Apple Retail and other cross functional Apple partners.

Description

The role will work closely with creative, creative production & cross functional teams to execute photography initiatives. This person will be responsible for all pre-production activities, such as partnering on the creative brief and project timeline, bidding and hiring photographers and vendor partners when necessary, casting, and all retouching & post production collaborations. They will lead studio shoots and production vendors with current staff as well as any off-site shoots, to ensure projects run efficiently, on time, on budget, and that all creative needs are optimally fulfilled. This will include overall oversight of workflow, planning, and related staff and freelancers for the Retail Photo Studio.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Senior-level production experience (10+ years) in a professional photography environment with a minimum of five years in managing a team working as a creative producer with best-in-class talent

  • Photography experience in the product, accessory, and/or lifestyle areas

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficient in using CaptureOne, Photoshop, Mac OS and iOS and Color Management/Workflow

  • Forward thinking, innovative, agile, and decisive in the execution and delivery of photography in collaboration with all partners.

  • Experience as a bridge between the creative teams, Photo Studio and cross-functional partners who have specific business or communication goals

  • Experience owning creation and management of production schedules and budgets, at times collaborating with other functional production teams on shared budgets / timelines / pipelines

  • Creative agency, social/PR content, or photography production studio experience preferred

  • Adept at people management and the growth and development of a team of photography professionals

  • Excellent fiscal planning and budget management skills related to running a studio & team

  • Bachelor's degree in photography, art, or related discipline

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 $185,800 and $279,600, 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 (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) 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. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)

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