the Orchard

Job Description

Summary

Posted: Aug 1, 2022 Role Number: 200407102 Apple is opening its doors to the next group of up-and-coming creative talent to join the Orchard—a selective yearlong residency program within Apple’s Marketing Communications group. We’re talking about creative problem solvers like you. During your time with the Orchard, you’ll be right in the middle of Apple’s creative process. You’ll work on real projects, meeting real deadlines. You’ll form relationships and collaborate with designers, art directors, writers, strategists, web developers, video producers, and interactive creatives. And if you give it all you’ve got, you’ll have the opportunity for full-time employment in the end.

Key Qualifications

Key Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience or education in an appropriate communication or marketing field
• Passion for creativity and innovative thinking
• The ability to collaborate well with others on multiple projects and to meet deadlines
• Strong abilities for conceptualizing and problem-solving
• A love of people and an appreciation of culture
• Willingness to take creative risks and provide a different perspective

Description

Description As a member of the Orchard, you’ll be a part of one of the most unique groups of creative thinkers that have ever come through Apple. Fresh. Imaginative. Curious. All of the above. Together you’ll pull back the curtain of Apple’s creativity. Not only will you watch and learn from the best creative leaders in the world, but you’ll also work side by side with them. You’ll break down briefs, contribute innovative ideas, and challenge the way we do things at Apple. It won’t always be smooth or easy. You’ll make mistakes and have to start over. But along the way, you’ll find yourself doing some of the best work you’ve ever done—together. The truth is, your journey with the Orchard is what you make of it. If you trust in your craft and the bond you form with each other, special things will happen. Believe it. This is the moment. Your moment. You’ve laid the groundwork. Your magic is already there. All that’s left for you to do is to show it. We’ll be waiting for you. ROLES AVAILABLE WITHIN ORCHARD PROGRAM: - Art Director Contribute to creative conceptualization and design execution that follow Apple's marketing and advertising strategy and creative direction. Partner with business teams, project managers, and Creative Directors to refine design elements within a wide variety of mediums and develop creative solutions. - Copywriter Craft copy that demonstrates an understanding of the Apple voice but also breaks free from past constraints. Partner with business teams, project managers, and Creative Directors to refine copy elements within a wide variety of mediums and develop creative solutions. - Designer Craft innovative and compelling design— from ideation to execution— with a working knowledge of design principles, branding, and art direction. Work optimally using design software, primarily the Adobe Creative Suite. - Motion Designer Design and animate solutions to craft adaptable motion design systems that visually communicate Apple’s message across retail and channel digital content. The work spans a broad range of visual styles from highly detailed product ads to illustrative brand identity campaigns. Thorough understanding of design principles, animation principles, motion theory, typography and visual communication is required. - Brand Manager Work as part of the Brand team, supporting and partnering with Brand Managers on all aspects of strategy, creative development and execution. Support key integrated campaign launches across channels and geographies. - UX Designer Use design thinking to support efforts across a multitude of Apple’s digital touch points. Partner with designers, writers, and technologists to articulate the user experience for customers. - Interactive Producer Partner with cross-functional and business teams to drive Interactive projects and take ownership for their success. Supervise project schedules and timelines, excelling in communication with various groups to create efficiency and produce results at scale. - Interactive Content Strategist Partner with brand planners and interactive creative directors to define the ways in which people experience Apple in digital channels. Plan, make, prioritize, connect and measure marketing content, continually improving the content user experience. - Connections Planner Work with a team of forward-thinking Communications and Media specialists to help develop global integrated communications strategies for multiple lines of business. Collaborate across various teams to build plans that consider cultural and market trends, media data and platform insights, consumer research, and .com consumer path, ultimately leading to strategies that optimally connect our products to our consumers. - Video Producer Work as part of the Video Production team, organizing and maintaining production logistics and assisting Senior Producers in overseeing creative standards in our marketing production efforts. Partner with producers and creatives to develop content and experiment with shooting, directing and editing small scale, nimble productions. - Web Developer Create interactive user experiences for apple.com using JavaScript libraries on a wide scale. This includes building Apple-quality user experiences, architectural planning for Front End technology, and collaborating on data formats and APIs with partner teams and creatives. - Digital Artist - Visual Development Working on the intersection of design and technology you will develop conceptual imagery that is explored in still and motion in close collaboration with creative partners. The work spans a broad spectrum of styles from highly detailed product ads to brand identity campaigns. Thorough understanding of design principles and 3D content creation - modeling, texturing, lighting and animation - using Cinema4d, Maya or an equivalent 3D app required.

Education & Experience

Education & Experience

Additional Requirements

Additional Requirements

• - Please submit a creative cover letter in the medium of your choice with your application, and a portfolio/work samples if applicable.
• - Orchard Program is based in Cupertino/Sunnyvale and will include relocation for the duration of the Program.