Audio Visual Program Manager, Employee Experience & Productivity

Apple Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple in Sunnyvale, California, is seeking an Audio Visual Program Manager within IS&T to lead global AV refresh initiatives. You will partner with Places, AV design, facilities, finance, procurement and vendors to deliver high‑quality video conferencing experiences for Apple employees.

This role requires 5+ years in AV program management, strong leadership and communication skills, and experience managing scope, schedule, budget and resources. PMP, CTS or related certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in AV program management.
• Proficiency with project management tools and methodologies.
• BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Developing program plans including scope, schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Leading cross-functional teams across Places, AV design, facilities, and procurement.
• Overseeing vendor relationships and contract adherence.
• Managing project finances and procurement workflows.
• Maintaining project reporting and executive dashboards.
• Ensuring adherence to Apple standards and security policies.

Skills

AV program management

Vendor management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS or equivalent

Job description

Audio Visual Program Manager, Employee Experience & Productivity

Sunnyvale, California, United States Software and Services

Do you want to help build some of the largest and most consequential enterprise and customer technology systems in the world? Join Apple’s Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) organization. IS&T is the engine behind everything Apple does for customers and for the people who build for them. It’s Apple’s central nervous system. Supporting 2.5 billion active Apple devices, processing billions of secure transactions, and keeping the technology that defines modern life running flawlessly, IS&T makes the impossible feel effortless. Do you love building solutions to handle global complexity and immense scale? Imagine what you could do here.Employee Experience and Productivity (EEP) is part of IS&T and delivers some of the most widely used communication and productivity technology and services across Apple — from tools that enable collaboration to the support teams that keep Apple's workforce running. EEP also leads user experience design and research, and manages the systems behind Apple's original content studios.

Description

The Apple Information Systems & Technology (“IS&T”) organization is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Audio-Visual (AV) Tech Refresh Program Manager to lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of technology refresh across our global locations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AV and video conferencing technologies, and a proven ability to manage complex programs with multiple stakeholders. This role requires a strategic thinker who can drive initiatives from conception to completion, ensuring high-quality AV experiences for our employees.The Audio-Visual (AV) Tech Refresh Program Manager is a critical role demanding specialized technical and program management expertise, coupled with an in-depth understanding of Apple’s rigorous global AV standards. This role leads the planning, execution, and delivery of AV and video conferencing technology refresh projects globally. It involves defining scope, managing cross-functional teams and vendors, managing budgets and schedules, incorporating standards into decision-making, and ensuring successful deployment. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in AV program management, a deep understanding of AV technologies, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Developing comprehensive program and project plans, including detailed scope, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Leading cross-functional teams, including Places team, AV design, architecture design, facilities, finance, procurement and external vendors, to ensure successful project execution.
• Overseeing vendor relationships, including selection, performance monitoring, proposal reviews, and contract adherence.
• Managing project finance including developing budget requests, tracking spend, and processing purchase requisitions (PRs), purchase orders (POs), and invoices.
• Managing inventory of AV equipment, ensuring accurate tracking, timely procurement, and efficient deployment.
• Monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks and issues, and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Communicating project status, challenges, and successes to stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.
• Maintaining accurate, timely project reporting and executive dashboards to provide leadership with clear visibility into project health
• Ensuring adherence to Apple’s standards, security policies, and operational best practices.
• Driving continuous improvement in AV technology deployment processes and standards.
• Staying current with industry trends and advancements in AV technology to inform future refresh strategies.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in program or project management, with a focus on AV technology deployments.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep understanding of current and emerging AV technologies, including video conferencing systems, display technologies, audio systems, and control systems.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale, complex technology projects from initiation to closure, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource management.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively engaging with technical teams, business stakeholders, and executive leadership.
• Experience with vendor management, procurement processes, and validating vendor proposals.
• Ability to identify and mitigate project risks and issues proactively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• PMP, CTS, or other relevant certifications are a plus.

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 $140,700 and $211,400, 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
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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

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