Colin Helms

Social Media Speaker and Vice President of Digital Media for MTV, Colin Helms leads the day-to-day operations and the growth strategy, while overseeing programming, production, original video franchises, games and editorial. Colin works with the sales and integrated marketing teams to help drive revenue growth. During his time spent with MTV, there has been a 40% growth in unique visitors and 400% growth in video streams.

Under Colin Helms, MTV.com has become one of the most visited online music destinations. His other role includes the multiplatform success of MTV’s tentpole events, which has included the Video Music Awards. Under his leadership, MTV.com has become one of the most visited online music destinations, and has emerged as one of the largest brands on social media, with a combined footprint of over 150 million fans across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr and others.

Before Colin became the VP of Digital Media, he was the editorial director for MTV.com and a founding editor of the urban men’s magazine, Complex. Colin Helms is available for personal appearances, public events, and speaking engagements.

TO WORK WITH COLIN HELMS: Social media expert Colin Helms can be hired for speaking engagements and events in roles such as corporate appearances, endorsements, speaking.