Head of F1 Live Production, Apple SportsThis is a Full Time position in the field of Live Event Staging, Crewing, & Production, located in Culver City, CA .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. Come be a part of Apple Sports — one of the most exciting and fastest growing areas at Apple. We are seeking an experienced Head of F1 Live Production to join Apple Sports. This role will involve managing sponsor integrations, devising and executing production elements, and ensuring smooth live broadcasts. You will work closely with both internal teams and external partners to ensure high-quality productions for F1 audiences across the United States. The ideal candidate will be deeply versed in Formula 1, and inspired at the prospect of playing a key role in evolving the experience of the sport.
Responsibilities:
Oversight of Apple's F1 broadcast: Develop and refine show elements, ensuring smooth delivery and pacing during live broadcasts. Deliver detailed production reports during and after live F1 events, tracking progress, issues, resolutions, and key outcomes for internal stakeholders. Collaborate with internal & external partners: Work with internal teams (ecosystem, design, sales, marketing) and external partners (sponsors, vendors, F1 representatives) to ensure all production elements are coordinated and executed flawlessly. Oversee sponsor integrations for F1 productions: Manage the integration of sponsored content, messaging, and branding into F1 broadcasts, ensuring quality execution that meets sponsor expectations. Experience
Minimum Qualifications:
15+ years of experience in TV sports production, with a focus on live sports broadcasts, particularly motorsports and F1.Proven experience with managing sponsor integrations in sports broadcasts. Strong experience in creating and managing rundowns and formats for live sports events, especially F1.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a live broadcast environment. Experience in managing production reports and providing detailed updates during live events. Familiarity with graphics, promotions, and marketing integrations in sports broadcasts. Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays in alignment with the F1 Grand Prix schedule. Preferred
Qualifications:
Excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to articulate a strong point of view clearly and succinctly.
Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills; ability to develop strong working partnerships inside and outside of Apple.
Self-starter who works effectively in a fast‐paced environment; is comfortable managing ambiguity while delivering results with minimal guidance.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to quickly translate data into actionable insights; ability to develop and manage against detailed production budgets.
Strong project management capability with exceptional attention to detail.
Energetic and collaborative teammate who never loses focus on the end consumer.
Strong passion for media and consumer technology.
