Cross Functional Producer

Applied Intuition, Inc. is powering the future of physical AI. Founded in 2017 and now valued at $15 billion, the Silicon Valley company is creating the digital infrastructure needed to bring intelligence to every moving machine on the planet. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining and agriculture industries in three core areas: tools and infrastructure, operating systems, and autonomy. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers, as well as the United States military and its allies, trust the company’s solutions to deliver physical intelligence. Applied Intuition is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in Washington, D.C.; San Diego; Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; Ann Arbor, Michigan; London; Stuttgart; Munich; Stockholm; Bangalore; Seoul; and Tokyo. Learn more at applied.co.

We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that full-time employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. This in-office expectation does not apply to contractor positions

Cross Functional Producer

Location: Sunnyvale, CA - Applied Intuition HQ
Reports to: Head of Production and Ops

About the role

Applied Intuition is seeking a highly organized, decisive and collaborative Cross Functional Producer to support our Design and Marketing team. This role will be pivotal in driving clarity and mobilizing execution (e.g., shepherding product announcements, partnership announcements, internal communications campaigns etc). This role partners closely with the entire Design and Marketing team, plus cross functional partners across the company and external vendors as well. Projects span across all verticals and geos (e.g., Defense, Automotive, Trucking, etc). The ideal candidate is a positive force - someone who enjoys getting in the weeds to operationalize work and enabling those around them to succeed. They’ll create work-back schedules, track progress, escalate blockers, organize stakeholder reviews and approvals through final publishing and / or delivery. They must ensure all projects are delivered accurately, on time, with the correct approvals and to the highest quality standards. We’re looking for someone who is a champion of their team, can deliver at speed and has a strong understanding of how to prioritize projects at scale while maintaining good humor and low ego in the process.

At Applied Intuition, you will:

• Manage end-to-end project lifecycles by establishing workback schedules, stakeholders, project documentation, version history / control and Slack channel organization

• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, set clear expectations across all teams, communicate roadblocks, and serve as the main point of contact for the project

• Facilitate communication, lead meetings with agendas and action items, and collaborate with teams to ensure smooth project execution

• Source and manage vendor partners as needed including procurement, bid negotiations, rights and usage as applicable, drafting Master Service Agreements / Statements of Work and tracking invoicing through fund release and budget reconciliation

• Coordinate directly with the functional producers who are managing brand design, video, web, events, industrial design and product design workflows respectively

• Build strong rapport with the department as well as cross functional partners, serving as a beacon of clarity, decision and vision in ambiguous circumstances

• Identify and implement workflow improvements including AI integrations for efficiency, speed and output multipliers

We’re looking for someone who has:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Project Management, or a related field

• 5+ years of demonstrable experience as an integrated or cross functional producer, program manager, or in a similar role within a dynamic design, marketing or creative setting

• A proven track record of successfully managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines

• A clear understanding of managing project financials and vendor relationships

• Proven knowledge of licensing and clearance processes

• A solid understanding of the creative development process, encompassing design principles, production workflows, digital asset creation

• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

• Proficiency in utilizing project management software (e.g., Slack, Monday, Figma)

Nice to have:

• Experience working within the technology and/or automotive industries

• Familiarity with AI tools and their applications in design (e.g., Claude, Gemini, MidJourney)

• Familiarity with Agile or other relevant project management methodologies

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. Consequently, the parties agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and that these laws are incorporated herein by reference. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. The parties also agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of Executive Order 13496 (29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A), relating to the notice of employee rights under federal labor laws.

FOR US-BASED ROLES: Applied Intuition is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive application and interview experience to applicants who are disabled veterans and other applicants with disabilities or medical conditions. Reasonable accommodations are available, requesting an accommodation will not affect your candidacy in any way, and you are not required to disclose the nature of your disability or medical condition in order to make a request. If you require an accommodation please contact [email protected]. We will work with you!