Video Engineer at Apple
Cupertino, CA 95014
About the Job
SummaryPosted: Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number:200567050Join our team and imagine what you could do here
At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly
You bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.
Apple’s Production Services team serves as a heartbeat of connection, keeping the company united through best-in-class meetings, events, and productions
We handle and operate Campus Conference Center spaces, including conference rooms, theaters, and various indoor and outdoor event spaces
We are committed to delivering world-class experiences that bring our employees together, whether in person, virtually, or through hybrid gatherings; encouraging a sense of community across Apple.
We’re seeking an expert Video Engineer with phenomenal interpersonal skills and a can-do attitude to support theater spaces and high-touch conference rooms across our Santa Clara Valley campus
Do you have deep engineering experience with production routers and switchers, robotic cameras, critical viewing environments, LED walls, and live events? If so, come and do your life’s best work at Apple!DescriptionYou’ll take ownership to ensure the visual content captured by Production Services achieves high production values
During events in campus theaters, you’ll perform in various operator roles: technical director, robotic camera operator, playback operator, stage manager, and more!
You have a track record delivering high-quality results, with minimal direction, in an environment where expectations are high, timelines are challenging, and details matter
You multi-task and establish priorities, including daily re-prioritization, and don’t need to be reminded to follow-up and follow-through.
During down time, you’ll own preventative maintenance and calibrate systems to guarantee optimum performance
When not actively engaged with productions and venue maintenance, you’ll shift to help the team in various ways, depending on the needs of the day
This includes cross-training to perform in other operator roles and providing high-touch AV support in conference rooms.
You’ll also keep documents updated (e.g., line drawings, SOPs, and service agreements) and assist with system design and specification of gear for various projects.
You are able to remain flexible and prepared for changes to the schedule, including working early mornings, evenings, or weekends, as needed
Minimum Qualifications7+ years of experience as a video engineer in production environments (e.g., studios, networks, broadcast trucks, and live events)Additional job experience as a technical director, camera operator or audio engineer.Expertise operating LED walls, image processors, and other technology to showcase content (e.g., movies, television shows, and Keynote presentations) in a variety of viewing environmentsHands-on experience with content creation and post production workflows, including knowledge of common recording and playback formats and standardsStrong optic measurement and calibration skills, conforming to color space SDR and HDR standards with ability to provide supporting data reportsBackground in system design, with ability to create CAD plans and documentationStrong vendor management and project management skillsPreferred QualificationsPrior exposure as a playback operator, editor, audio engineer or lighting technicianSuperior communication skills, with an ability to summarize and share relevant information in a clear and easy-to-understand way, across all levels
You skillfully communicate with creatives and executives to develop trust and strong partnershipsHighly proficient in identifying and resolving operational errors, with strong experience in signal routing, monitoring, and quality assuranceBachelor's degree or equivalentPay & BenefitsAt 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 $216,900, 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.
At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly
You bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.
Apple’s Production Services team serves as a heartbeat of connection, keeping the company united through best-in-class meetings, events, and productions
We handle and operate Campus Conference Center spaces, including conference rooms, theaters, and various indoor and outdoor event spaces
We are committed to delivering world-class experiences that bring our employees together, whether in person, virtually, or through hybrid gatherings; encouraging a sense of community across Apple.
We’re seeking an expert Video Engineer with phenomenal interpersonal skills and a can-do attitude to support theater spaces and high-touch conference rooms across our Santa Clara Valley campus
Do you have deep engineering experience with production routers and switchers, robotic cameras, critical viewing environments, LED walls, and live events? If so, come and do your life’s best work at Apple!DescriptionYou’ll take ownership to ensure the visual content captured by Production Services achieves high production values
During events in campus theaters, you’ll perform in various operator roles: technical director, robotic camera operator, playback operator, stage manager, and more!
You have a track record delivering high-quality results, with minimal direction, in an environment where expectations are high, timelines are challenging, and details matter
You multi-task and establish priorities, including daily re-prioritization, and don’t need to be reminded to follow-up and follow-through.
During down time, you’ll own preventative maintenance and calibrate systems to guarantee optimum performance
When not actively engaged with productions and venue maintenance, you’ll shift to help the team in various ways, depending on the needs of the day
This includes cross-training to perform in other operator roles and providing high-touch AV support in conference rooms.
You’ll also keep documents updated (e.g., line drawings, SOPs, and service agreements) and assist with system design and specification of gear for various projects.
You are able to remain flexible and prepared for changes to the schedule, including working early mornings, evenings, or weekends, as needed
Minimum Qualifications7+ years of experience as a video engineer in production environments (e.g., studios, networks, broadcast trucks, and live events)Additional job experience as a technical director, camera operator or audio engineer.Expertise operating LED walls, image processors, and other technology to showcase content (e.g., movies, television shows, and Keynote presentations) in a variety of viewing environmentsHands-on experience with content creation and post production workflows, including knowledge of common recording and playback formats and standardsStrong optic measurement and calibration skills, conforming to color space SDR and HDR standards with ability to provide supporting data reportsBackground in system design, with ability to create CAD plans and documentationStrong vendor management and project management skillsPreferred QualificationsPrior exposure as a playback operator, editor, audio engineer or lighting technicianSuperior communication skills, with an ability to summarize and share relevant information in a clear and easy-to-understand way, across all levels
You skillfully communicate with creatives and executives to develop trust and strong partnershipsHighly proficient in identifying and resolving operational errors, with strong experience in signal routing, monitoring, and quality assuranceBachelor's degree or equivalentPay & BenefitsAt 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 $216,900, 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.
