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Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Do you love thinking analytically and have a passion for entertainment? This is a unique opportunity where you can marry the two in which your strategic thinking will have an impact on Apple TV’s content. Are you passionate about using your financial knowledge to navigate complex challenges? As part of this group, you'll play an integral role in ensuring our day-to-day financial health. You and your team will support Apple's growth, both top and bottom line, by applying the same level of innovation toward financial matters as we do toward our products and services. Join us, and you'll have an important role in continuing Apple's legacy of efficiency and success. This is an exciting opportunity, rich in analysis and playing a critical role in supporting strategic decision making.
Description
The Content Strategy & Planning team at Apple TV is responsible for managing the greenlight process, content valuation, slate management, deal analysis, and film ultimates. As this is a start-up initiative within Apple, the right person for this role will be able to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment while juggling multiple priorities.
Reporting to the Head of Content Strategy & Planning, as the Content Strategy & Planning Lead, Greenlights & Slate Management you will be a thought leader responsible for our most complex and ambiguous challenges in shaping financial and strategic value for Apple TV. You will serve as a key advisor to leadership, using your deep financial expertise to influence content decisions and deal structures that will define the service years to come.
","responsibilities":"Drive deliverables for greenlight process for original content (Dramas & Comedies), working with Creative Development, Production, Business Affairs, and Production Finance
Partner with the Contribution Value Model Lead to estimate target budgets to inform renewal and greenlight decisions
Partner with Content FP&A and scheduling team to ensure alignment in slate management and financial reporting
Develop and maintain slate management reporting to assist in business decisions
Develop and deliver insightful, high-impact presentations for the executive team to inform critical business decisions
Identify and drive process improvements to increase the team's efficiency and impact
Drive strategic process and systems improvements in partnership with IS&T and other teams to scale our financial operations
Lead ad hoc strategic projects and analyses requested by senior leadership
Preferred Qualifications
Expert-level analytical and financial modeling skills with a proven ability to build complex, dynamic models from scratch
A proactive and curious mindset with an ability to grasp new concepts quickly
Ability to lead and thrive in a fast-paced, "start-up" environment
A highly strategic thinker who is detail-oriented, while able to shape the big picture and influence long-term strategy
Operates with a high degree of autonomy to deconstruct ambiguous problems, conduct rigorous analysis, and produce polished, strategic recommendations
Exercises sound judgment to navigate ambiguity, assess risks, and make critical decisions with incomplete information, ensuring project momentum and success
Proven ability to take initiative, lead complex projects, and solve ambiguous problems
Excellent project management and prioritization skills to complete tasks within deadlines autonomously
Operates with a high degree of autonomy to deconstruct ambiguous problems, conduct rigorous analysis, and produce polished, strategic recommendations
Exercises sound judgment to navigate ambiguity, assess risks, and make critical decisions with incomplete information, ensuring project momentum and success
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and build strong partnerships
Exceptional oral/presentation and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to influence all levels of management, including executives
Extensive experience with Tableau, Excel, and Keynote
MBA preferred
Entertainment experience highly preferred
Minimum Qualifications
8+ years finance, consulting, or strategy experience required
Bachelors Degree in Business, Economics, Finance (or equivalent)
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 $126,600 and $190,200, 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, 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.