Senior Video Director

Requisition ID: 18848

 

Join us in building a better future for Arizona!

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

 

Why Work at SRP

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.

 

SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

 

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
• Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
• Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
• Short and long-term disability plans
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

 

Summary

Reporting to the Manager of Digital Media Studio, the Senior Video Director is a creative and strategic thinker responsible for conceptualizing, directing, and delivering high-impact video content across SRP’s internal and external communications platforms. As a senior member of the Digital Media Studio, this role is integral to transforming business objectives into compelling visual narratives that align with brand guidelines and uphold SRP’s values, culture, and history. 

This individual owns the creative vision of assigned projects from initial concept through final delivery, providing leadership in treatment writing, client communication, talent direction, and storytelling execution. Working closely with strategists, producers, video editors, photographers, designers, and business partners, the Senior Video Director ensures that each production meets strategic goals, elevates the brand, and adheres to the highest creative and technical standards. Understanding SRP’s historical context and operational purpose is essential to developing video content that resonates and informs. 

What You'll Do

•  Lead the creative production of strategic video content from pitch to post-production, collaborating with copywriters, designers, and directing on-camera talent. 
• Collaborate with business partners, strategists, and creative leadership to understand communication goals and develop compelling story arcs aligned to SRP’s brand identity. 
• Direct talent on and off camera, including employees, executives, and community members, ensuring confidence, authenticity, and clarity in performance. 
• Work with copywriters to write scripts and treatments that align with business messaging, tone, and audience expectations while meeting time and budget constraints. 
• Oversee all aspects of on-location and studio production including lighting, framing, blocking, performance coaching, and overall visual storytelling. 
• Serve as a client-facing creative partner, presenting ideas, gathering feedback, and building relationships that lead to impactful visual storytelling partnerships. 
• Collaborate with producers and crew to develop production plans, location logistics, schedules, and resourcing that match the project’s creative vision. 
• Provide clear direction to editors, animators, and post-production teams to ensure final deliverables are polished, emotionally resonant, and visually aligned.