Events Project Manager, WW Marketing

At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. We believe that if you bring passion and dedication to your job, there's no telling what you could accomplish! Apple is looking for an Events Project Manager to join the Product Launch and Marketing Operations team within Worldwide Marketing to help deliver successful product launches and momentum activities.The Product Launch and Marketing Operations team owns the end-to-end launch process. We provide consistency across launches and guide the process from kickoff to availability and beyond. The team is comprised of Product Launch Management, Hardware Program Office, Events Management, Customer Database Marketing, and Presentation Design. If you are ready to be at the heart of the most exciting product launches on the planet and eager to find ways to make them even more stellar, then get ready to join our amazing team. Description As the Events Project Manager, you will oversee the entire lifecycle of events ensuring they meet the strategic objectives of WW Marketing and Apple and deliver unforgettable guest experiences. Your responsibilities will include detailed project plans, timeline management, staffing, logistics, and continuous process improvement. In this highly cross‑functional role, you will collaborate with teams across Apple including WW Product Marketing, WW Events, PR, Product Launch Management, Hardware Readiness, Education and Business Markets, Developer Relations, Marketing Communications, Engineering, Product Security, and Tech Product Marketing. Responsibilities Collaborate with Product Marketing to create comprehensive briefs that help cross‑functional teams (including WW Events and PR) understand key product messaging, features, and demo requirements Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and layouts that serve as the source of truth for all WW Marketing teams Facilitate weekly meetings with key stakeholders to keep teams informed, aligned, and on track Partner with Product Marketing, Hardware Program Office, and Tech Product Marketing to procure and track all products, accessories, and display materials for hands‑on areas, press briefings, and product showcases Manage staffer recruitment, training, logistics, and overall well being during events Coordinate with Security to maintain new product secrecy and ensure the secure transport and storage of product at event venues worldwide Oversee rehearsals, set‑up, and breakdown of event spaces Document history of events through photos, videos, and archived project plans Provide updates on critical checkpoints and elevating risks to business partners and executive team Align with partners and senior leadership on event changes, providing thoughtful risk evaluations, critical checkpoint updates, and strategic recommendations Conduct post‑event analysis including staffer surveys and event‑over‑event insights Drive continuous improvement in event processes, utilizing AI and other tools to implement best practices and streamline reporting Minimum Qualifications 5+ years of experience in event management or event project management Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and locations simultaneously Strong communication, organizational, and cross‑functional collaboration abilities Excellent forward‑thinking capabilities, with a track record of proactively identifying risks and opportunities Proficient using Keynote, Pages, Numbers, Box, and project‑based applications Ability to travel globally to support events Flexibility to support off‑business‑hours work during critical launch windows or when urgent issues arise Preferred Qualifications Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to spot and proactively address gaps or breakdowns in communications Calm under pressure, acting as a natural problem solver who can pivot seamlessly when circumstances change Ability to move fluidly between high‑level strategy and execution‑level detail Strong delegation skills while maintaining strict oversight of the final outcome Experience using AI to improve operational processes and reporting 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 $117,400 and $176,800, 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. 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. At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace. Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants. Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr