Content Strategy & Planning Lead

Summary Posted: Jan 9, 2024 Role Number: 200532610 Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Do you love thinking analytically? Are you passionate about using your financial knowledge to navigate complex challenges? Just as our customers find value in Apple products, the Finance group finds value for both Apple and its shareholders. 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. Finance is critical to upholding our dedication to excellence, and it is directly responsible for shaping the company's future. 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. This role will report to the Head of Apple TV+ Finance and will contribute to the overall financial planning, analysis, and reporting for Apple TV+, Apple’s premium streaming service. The responsibilities for the role of Content Planning Analyst will include but are not limited to forecasting, analysis and reporting for content commitments and performance. Additionally, this role will play a key part in contributing to the greenlighting process. As this is a start-up initiative within Apple, the right person for this role will should be able to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment while juggling multiple priorities. Key Qualifications Key Qualifications 10+ years finance experience required, preferably within the entertainment industry Significant experience building complex modes through excel and other tools Experience with SAP, Essbase, Tableau and extensive working knowledge of Excel and Keynote preferred Demonstrated ability to take initiative, manage multiple projects, grasp new concepts, and problem solve Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Excellent oral and written communication skills with all levels of management Description Description - Build financial models for content costs and cashflow - Create monthly financial reports for operations - Collaborate on preparation of keynote presentations for executive team - Develop and report KPIs as it relates to content performance, subscriber acquisition, retention and engagement - Collaborate on greenlight process for original content working with Creative Development, Production, Business Affairs, and Production Finance - Build and maintain series and film ultimates for purposes of financial reporting, and planning in accordance with GAAP - Maintain appropriate controls within the planning and ultimate process as required by Sarbanes Oxley - Work with IS&T teams to implement financial systems - Drive process improvements - Partner on the monthly forecasting process for original content - Work through quarter close process managing the original content slate - Assist in ad hoc requests and projects Education & Experience Education & Experience Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics (or equivalent) MBA preferred Additional Requirements Additional Requirements Entertainment experience highly preferred Pay & Benefits 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 $149,800 and $225,800, 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.