Worldwide Sales Filmmaker

Apple; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock awards

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical and dental coverage

Relocation

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Apple’s WW Sales Creative team seeks a filmmaker to craft emotionally resonant stories that spotlight Apple’s brand and products. You will concept, shoot, and edit content for internal and partner audiences, collaborating with senior leaders to define creative direction.

You will lead shoots, oversee post‑production, and ensure consistency with Apple’s aesthetic and voice while adapting to fast-paced, cross‑functional projects.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of filmmaking experience with concept development, shooting and editing.
• Proven ability to deliver storytelling-driven content for high-profile brands.
• Experience with social/digital-first aspect ratios (9:16, 1:1).
• Proficiency with high-end cinema workflows and camera systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with creative directors and editors to produce storytelling for Apple initiatives.
• Translate strategy into original film concepts for launches and campaigns.
• Direct shoots and oversee post-production to ensure Apple’s aesthetic.
• Maintain visual excellence and narrative cohesion across deliverables.
• Work cross-functionally with marketing, channel, and creative teams.

Skills

Storytelling

Creative collaboration

Independence

Cross-functional work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Film

Tools

Final Cut Pro X

Compressor

Adobe Premiere

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

Summary

Imagine what you could do here. The people here at Apple don’t just create products — they create 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. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it.

Description

Apple’s Worldwide (WW) Sales Creative group develops brand storytelling and visual content that supports Apple’s retail and partner experience worldwide. This team’s work includes internal films, marketing communications, training content, and campaign materials for Apple’s global network of partners and resellers. We are looking for an exceptional Filmmaker to join our WW Sales Creative team. It calls for a storytelling‑driven creative who can concept, produce, and edit film and video that highlight Apple’s brand and products through high‑impact visual work. The role’s mission is to craft emotionally resonant stories that reflect Apple’s values and its standards for design and communication, working with the Creative team that develops materials for Apple’s partners and internal audiences.

• Collaborate with Creative Directors, Editors, Motion Graphics Artists, and Graphic Designers to produce impactful storytelling for Apple initiatives.
• Translate business strategy into creative film work that inspires internal teams and external partners.
• Develop original concepts for short films, internal launches, product storytelling, and branded content.
• Direct shoots and oversee post‑production, ensuring consistency with Apple’s aesthetic and brand voice.
• Maintain visual excellence and narrative cohesion across all deliverables.
• Work cross‑functionally with Apple’s marketing, channel, and creative teams.
• Partner with senior leaders across marketing, retail, and product teams to define creative direction.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of filmmaking experience, including concept development, shooting, and editing.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver storytelling‑driven visual content for high‑profile brands.
• Expertise with Final Cut Pro X, Compressor, and Adobe Premiere.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with a diverse creative team, stakeholders, and executives.
• Experience with 9:16, 1:1, and other social/digital‑first aspect ratios.
• Technical proficiency with ARRI Alexa, RED, Ronin 4D, R5, Movi rig and high‑end cinema workflows.
• Ability to adapt between larger scale productions with crews and scrappy self‑shot scenarios, including iPhone cinematography.
• Bachelor’s degree in Film, Media Arts, or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in commercial, documentary, or branded storytelling preferred.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Skilled in editing and Da Vinci Resolve a bonus.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.

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 $146,800 and $221,200, 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.
• Apple employees can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• A range of discounted products and free services.
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition.
• Discretionary bonuses or commission payments.
• Relocation.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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.