Apple Inc.
Marcom, Manager Production Design, Packaging
Apple Inc., Sunnyvale, California, United States, 94087
Sunnyvale, California, United States
Description
You will act as a key connector between the Creative and Production Studio teams. Your primary focus will be to ensure that the original creative vision is faithfully executed through the production process—preserving both intent and quality at every stage. Your team’s work plays a critical role in upholding Apple’s design standards and delivering exceptional brand experiences globally. Responsibilities include: Providing direction and oversight, leadership, and professional development to a team of experienced Marcom Production Designers - Packaging. Leading by example, committing to excellence, and doing things “right the first time.” Influencing and gaining alignment from other leaders, peers, and partners. Supporting Packaging Producers in critical meetings and coaching them to deliver the best packaging solutions that meet creative, packaging, timing, and cost requirements. Prioritizing work to meet business needs and developing procedures for efficient workflow. Supporting tools development and applications. Minimum Qualifications
7+ years of production design experience in an agency or in-house corporate graphic design environment. 2-3 years in a lead or mentorship role. Expertise in Mechanical Production, Adobe InDesign, and Illustrator. Highly proficient in Photoshop, Bridge, and Acrobat. Experience with implementing creative design directions across various mediums, with versatility to work off sketches, rough digital layouts, and verbal communication. Preferred Qualifications
BA or BS degree in Design or related field, or equivalent experience. Strategic thinking capability, with the ability to evaluate implications at both functional and strategic levels. Proactive and creative solution-oriented thinking and execution. Strong collaboration skills, especially in building relationships and working toward shared objectives. Effective partnership skills, maintaining professionalism under tight deadlines and in ambiguous situations. Ability to work effectively with diverse teams including creative, project management, print production, mechanical studio, editing, and content teams. Ability to navigate ambiguity in high-pressure environments. At Apple, base pay is part of a total compensation package, with a range between $191,400 and $288,000 depending on skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Employees may also participate in stock programs, receive benefits like medical and dental coverage, retirement plans, discounts, educational reimbursements, and potential bonuses or relocation assistance. Apple is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity. We promote equal opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
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You will act as a key connector between the Creative and Production Studio teams. Your primary focus will be to ensure that the original creative vision is faithfully executed through the production process—preserving both intent and quality at every stage. Your team’s work plays a critical role in upholding Apple’s design standards and delivering exceptional brand experiences globally. Responsibilities include: Providing direction and oversight, leadership, and professional development to a team of experienced Marcom Production Designers - Packaging. Leading by example, committing to excellence, and doing things “right the first time.” Influencing and gaining alignment from other leaders, peers, and partners. Supporting Packaging Producers in critical meetings and coaching them to deliver the best packaging solutions that meet creative, packaging, timing, and cost requirements. Prioritizing work to meet business needs and developing procedures for efficient workflow. Supporting tools development and applications. Minimum Qualifications
7+ years of production design experience in an agency or in-house corporate graphic design environment. 2-3 years in a lead or mentorship role. Expertise in Mechanical Production, Adobe InDesign, and Illustrator. Highly proficient in Photoshop, Bridge, and Acrobat. Experience with implementing creative design directions across various mediums, with versatility to work off sketches, rough digital layouts, and verbal communication. Preferred Qualifications
BA or BS degree in Design or related field, or equivalent experience. Strategic thinking capability, with the ability to evaluate implications at both functional and strategic levels. Proactive and creative solution-oriented thinking and execution. Strong collaboration skills, especially in building relationships and working toward shared objectives. Effective partnership skills, maintaining professionalism under tight deadlines and in ambiguous situations. Ability to work effectively with diverse teams including creative, project management, print production, mechanical studio, editing, and content teams. Ability to navigate ambiguity in high-pressure environments. At Apple, base pay is part of a total compensation package, with a range between $191,400 and $288,000 depending on skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Employees may also participate in stock programs, receive benefits like medical and dental coverage, retirement plans, discounts, educational reimbursements, and potential bonuses or relocation assistance. Apple is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity. We promote equal opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
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