Job Details

Art Director, Photography

Sunnyvale, California, United States

Marketing

Summary

Posted: May 02, 2025

Role Number: 200602850

Marcom is the creatively-led global team that oversees Apple’s consumer facing marketing. We ensure the flawless development and execution of world-class communications across all medias and platforms. Every day, hundreds of millions of Apple customers around the world interact with our products. We drive the strategy and creative work that provide both new and existing customers with simple, engaging and inspiring marketing experiences.

The Photography team is the driving force behind the wide range of photography produced for Marcom worldwide. We are looking for an experienced creative who has the ability to create strong photography and content narratives. This person is a conceptual thinker and has a passion for all types of photography.

Description

The Photography Art Director role is responsible for leading the creative development of projects from conception through post-production. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Partner with Planners, Producers, Product Marketing and Creatives to develop compelling WW content briefs that align with yearly product and campaign roadmaps and overall communication strategies.

• Expertly direct the development of well-conceived, innovative creative content work that implements the content strategy and brief. This includes the ability to build compelling and concise presentations that have been thoughtfully and beautifully crafted.

• Participate in creative reviews to ensure content is on brief and the narrative is integrated across all marketing materials.

• Ability to build briefs and communicate effectively with creative partners, business affairs and other members of the brand team.

• Excellent ability to direct photo shoots in order to create compelling and aspirational photography for a multitude of deliverables.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years of creative experience in one or more of the following industries: editorial, design, advertising, marketing, brand management, photography and/or new media communication

• Presentation experience to communicate with cross-functional teams, with proficiency in Keynote

• Professional portfolio showcasing experience in photography art direction required

Preferred Qualifications

• Passion for photography with deep knowledge of a wide range of photographers, types of photography, and photographic trends – both past and current

• In depth comprehension of all steps required in the creative development process, including, providing clear communication and creative direction and giving timely and helpful feedback to improve creative solutions

• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and timelines simultaneously in an organized manner

• Collaborates well with both internal and external partners with a strong desire to continuously seek out new diverse creative partners (photographers, stylists, etc)

• Approach problems flexibly and with a willingness to adapt in order to arrive at the best solution while remaining resourceful and proactive in finding solutions while maintaining a positive and collaborative spirit

• Very detail oriented with extraordinary follow-through skills

• See around corners to ensure awareness of bigger problems and opportunities ahead with the willingness to problem solve

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 $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. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

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 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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

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