Director, Media

About the role

Vivint Smart Home, an NRG owned company, is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and experienced Director of Media to lead a high-performing, multi-disciplinary media team. This leader will guide, mentor, and lead a talented group of managers, photographers, videographers, and media specialists—across brand marketing, social, and internal media for Vivint.

Responsibilities

• Create and evolve the brand’s media personality, ensuring it remains consistent, elevated, and aligned with strategic vision.
• Nurture creativity and uphold standards of excellence within a high-performing team.
• Manage and inspire a high-performing creative team, including managers, photographers, videographers, and media specialists.
• Pitch and execute end-to-end marketing campaigns from concept to execution across diverse channels and target audiences.
• Ensure all projects are completed with a focus on quality and strategic value for senior stakeholders.
• Lead by example, providing clarity and support, and clearly communicating and fighting for the career growth of your teammates.
• Develop well-crafted, strategically grounded advertising campaigns.

Requirements

• Exceptional portfolio showcasing high-level cinematography, editing, and directing skills.
• 8+ years of senior-level experience in media production.
• Strong background in agency or fast-paced, deadline-driven environments (highly preferred).
• Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, etc.).
• Deep understanding of media production across broadcast, web, digital, and social platforms.
• Proven track record of pitching and executing end-to-end marketing campaigns across diverse channels and target audiences.
• Demonstrated success in managing and inspiring high-performing creative teams.
• Confident presenter with the ability to communicate creative vision and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Exceptional project management and organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a media or creative environment.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality media campaigns.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Passion for smart home technology and its impact on the home experience.

Skills

• Cinematography and editing skills.
• Strategic thinking and execution.
• Project management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Flexible work arrangements to accommodate personal and professional needs.

Pay

• Salary range: $150,000 - $175,000 annually.

Schedule

• Full-time position.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace.