Chief Product Officer - Minno

Minno is an early-stage, investor-backed media and technology company based in Nashville focused on improving Christian families' lives through media and technology.  We're looking for a remarkable Chief Product Officer to lead our product strategy, development, and roadmap for our subscription-video-on-demand (SVOD) app ecosystem.

Minno was founded in 2019 by Erick Goss and Dan Raines.  Erick and Dan recognized that most Christian parents were frustrated with their media options and were looking for shows and streaming options that reflected their faith and values, designed specifically for kids.  With a desire to provide the tools to foster faith and fun for the next generation of Christians, Minno was born.

We have built a business experiencing triple-digit revenue growth with over 20 employees. Our executives are industry leaders from companies like Amazon, PBS KIDS, Duolingo, HarperCollins Christian Publishing, and Capital Christian Music, as well as major studios and entertainment brands and various start-ups.

Minno serves kids and families through:

• Minno Kids, our industry-leading ad-free streaming video app and primary revenue driver
• Minno Originals, our breakthrough original children's programming like the Laugh & Grow Bible for Kids and Young David
• Minno Kids YouTube channel, one of the fastest-growing children's channels
• Minno Press, our children's book publishing unit that includes the award-winning and bestselling Laugh & Grow Bible for Kids

Minno differentiates itself in three areas:

• Experiential excellence with top-tier competitive quality that changes expectations and raises the bar for Christian content.
• Safe, curated, kid-friendly, Christian-consistent, entertaining, engaging, age-appropriate, and Biblically aligned content.
• Practical support is needed to cultivate faith, invite conversation, and foster spiritual growth.
• A destination that values the global church and its diversity and honors people as image bearers of God.

As a public benefit corporation, Minno is committed to helping kids and their families experience Jesus every day through media and technology. This mission drives everything we do, from content creation to product development.

We've recently closed our Series A funding round, positioning us as well-capitalized for continued expansion. We're seeking a visionary leader to help drive our next phase of growth and innovation.

Primary responsibilities at a high level:

Minno seeks a visionary and experienced Chief Product Officer (CPO) to join our executive team. The ideal candidate will lead our product strategy, development, and roadmap for our subscription-video-on-demand (SVOD) app ecosystem, driving innovation and accelerating our rapid growth trajectory in alignment with our mission to serve Christian families globally.

Impact and Opportunity

In this role, you'll be able to shape the spiritual journey of millions of children and families worldwide, using cutting-edge technology to bring faith-based content into homes in innovative ways. You'll be at the forefront of merging faith, education, and entertainment, pioneering new ways of engaging children with biblical content through interactive experiences, AI-driven personalization, and emerging technologies.

Join us at a pivotal moment as we scale from serving thousands to potentially millions of families globally, presenting unique challenges and opportunities in product development and user experience design. You'll work alongside a passionate team of technologists, educators, and content creators, all united by our mission to bring Jesus into everyday family life through media.

As our CPO, you'll have the chance to become a thought leader in the unique intersection of faith, technology, and children's media. You'll lead a product strategy that will reach families across diverse cultures and languages, making a global impact on how children engage with faith-based content.

Our Chief Product Officer's charter will be composed of:

• Develop and execute the product vision and strategy for Minno's app ecosystem, including mobile, TV, and new platforms that develop in the future.
• Lead the product roadmap, balancing short-term needs with long-term strategic goals.
• Drive greater engagement and utilization of Minno's products.
• Identify new, adjacent product opportunities to expand and serve adjacent markets.
• Lead product vision for expansion into new formats (e.g., audio, music, gaming) and global markets.
• Work closely with other C-level executives to align product strategy with overall business goals.
• Play a key role in continuing Minno's rapid scaling and growth trajectory.
• Implement rigorous testing and experimentation processes to continuously improve product performance and user experience.
• Optimize the user onboarding experience and develop strategies to drive the adoption and engagement of new features

Key Performance Indicators

• Active users (daily, weekly, monthly)
• Average utilization
• Member growth
• Churn rate
• Lifetime value
• Product development velocity
• Net Promoter Score, user satisfaction, and engagement metrics

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in product management and leadership roles, with a focus on streaming video, subscription products, and kids' technology at scale.
• Track record of success with major SVOD companies or niche SVOD platforms.
• Deep understanding of consumer subscription or advertising models.
• Extensive experience with major mobile and TV platforms.
• Strong desire to serve young Christian families and the global church.
• Experience working in high-growth environments and scaling products rapidly.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in fast-paced, evolving organizations.

Required Skills and Technical Knowledge

• Exceptional product leadership and strategic thinking abilities.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate product vision and get buy-in from stakeholders.
• Passion for user experience and creating world-class experiences for kids and parents.
• Deep understanding of app store requirements and COPPA regulations.
• Expertise in user interaction design and optimizing user experiences.
• Data-driven decision-making skills with a focus on key performance indicators.
• Strong project management and prioritization skills.
• Collaborative team player with a mission-driven mindset.
• Proficiency in working with analytics systems such as Looker, Jupyter, Google Analytics, and similar tools
• Strong analytical skills and data proficiency, including the ability to independently pull, analyze, and interpret complex data sets to inform product decisions

Additional Technical Expertise

• Experience with Online Video Platforms (OVPs) and Content Delivery Networks (CDNs).
• Proficiency in video encoding and streaming protocols.
• Familiarity with Digital Rights Management (DRM) solutions.
• Experience with analytics, A/B testing, and experimentation platforms.
• Knowledge of content recommendation engines and algorithms.
• Experience with cloud services and video-specific Content Management Systems (CMS).
• Understanding of emerging technologies like AI/ML, AR, and VR in the context of media applications.

Our Values

• Biased towards Action: We take the initiative and make decisions quickly.
• Curious, not Content: We are eager to learn and innovate.
• Grit & Resilience: We persevere and follow through on our commitments.
• Rigorous Intentionality: We pay attention to details and understand the "why" behind our work.
• Think like Owners: We are resourceful and take wise risks.
• Mutual Blessing: We operate generously on behalf of others.
• Trust Builders: We gain confidence through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Adapt & Flex: We operate effectively in uncertain situations.

Location

Ideally based in Nashville, TN, but open to remote work for the right candidate.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package including:

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonus.
• Equity package.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Professional development opportunities, including attendance at key industry conferences and leadership development programs.

Minno is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in Minno and how your experience aligns with our mission and values.

Join us in our mission to help people experience the goodness of God through media and technology. Be part of shaping a product and a movement that could redefine how future generations engage with faith through technology.