What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Specialist & Content Creator position at vst?
If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online. Job Summary The Communications Specialist & Content Creator develops compelling content and supports strategic communications across Vistra’s internal and external channels. This role combines creativity and execution, producing high-quality writing, visuals, and digital storytelling while helping to manage communication plans that inform and engage employees and stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a strong writer with a sharp eye for detail, a passion for brand storytelling, and the ability to translate complex business topics into clear, accessible content. They also bring an informed perspective on generative AI and how evolving technologies shape the future of communications, helping Vistra stay aligned, consistent, and forward-looking in a rapidly changing environment. Job Description Key Accountabilities •Write, edit, and produce high-quality content for internal and external audiences, including Vistra websites, intranet/social platforms, presentations, video scripts, and press materials •Help coordinate messaging and materials for community partnerships and charitable initiatives across Texas, the Midwest, the Northeast, and California •Comfort collaborating with cross-functional teams, including HR, Legal, Technology Services, and Plant Leadership Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements ·5 years experience in content writing, corporate communications, political campaign work, or a related field ·Experience creating content in a variety of formats, including articles, social media, and blog posts, videos, and presentations ·Strong writing skills with knowledge of AP Style ·Experience with social media listening and scheduling tools ·Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint) ·Experience with video editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or equivalent design tools is a plus ·Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills Key Metrics ·Content Quality: produces clear, accurate, on-brand materials across all channels ·Timely Delivery: consistently meets deadlines and manages multiple priorities effectively ·Collaboration: builds strong working relationships and earns positive feedback from communications partners ·Innovation: identifies and applies responsible generative AI trends and tools to strengthen the brand and improve content impact · #LI-Hybrid #LI-ND1 Job Family Public/Gov Rels/Comms Company Vistra Corporate Services Company Locations Irving, Texas Texas We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today! If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site. It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at assistance@vistraenergy.com to make a request. Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential power resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine. Vistra is the largest competitive power generator in the U.S., with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts, or enough to power 20 million homes, operating in all of the major competitive wholesale markets in the country. Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation and expansion with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability, powered by a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. The company continues to grow its zero-carbon resources, operating the second-largest fleet of competitive nuclear power plants in the country, substantial battery energy storage capacity, and a growing number of solar facilities. Vistra is one of the largest competitive electricity providers in the country and takes an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail, offering solutions to meet customers’ needs, including more than 50 renewable energy plans. Through its family of retail brands, Vistra serves approximately 5 million residential, commercial, and industrial retail customers. As a leader in the responsible transformation of the country’s energy supply, Vistra has made significant progress towards its 2030 and 2050 targets. The company has committed to a 60% reduction of Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, as compared to our 2010 baseline, and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, assuming necessary technological advancements and public policy incentives are achieved. Learn more about our environmental, social, and governance efforts and read the company’s sustainability report at https://vistracorp.com/sustainability/. Vistra’s hardworking team is committed to its purpose, “lighting up lives, powering a better way forward” and is guided by four core principles: we do business the right way, we work as a team, we compete to win, and we care about our stakeholders, including our customers, our communities where we work and live, our employees, and our investors. Learn more about how Vistra is powering a better way forward at vistracorp.com. Come join us and be part of something special! Click here to learn more about Vistra. It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at assistance@vistraenergy.com to make a request.