Content Manager

Job Title: Content Manager – Vahaflix

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra

Department: Content

Reports To: Head of Content

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

VahaTV is new-age OTT startup on a mission to disrupt how audiences discover and experience entertainment. With a lean team and a bold vision, we're building a curated platform for unique, high-quality, and culturally rich content. As we scale, we’re looking for a Content Manager who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and is ready to lead our efforts in forging powerful content partnerships.

Role Overview

The Content Manager will be at the forefront of our content expansion strategy. You will identify and build relationships with emerging and established production houses, scout for compelling stories, and bring in fresh content that aligns with our brand identity. This is a hands-on role that combines creative vision, business acumen, and strategic networking.

Key Responsibilities

Partnership & Outreach

• Discover, evaluate, and onboard new production houses, independent studios, and content creators across target markets.
• Pitch the platform’s vision and value proposition to potential partners, while managing pricing.
• Negotiate partnership terms and content delivery timelines.

Content Pipeline Development

• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of upcoming films, series, documentaries, and regional content.
• Stay on top of trends in indie cinema, regional storytelling, and digital-first content ecosystems.
• Source original concepts or pre-produced content with strong audience potential.

Startup Collaboration

• Work closely with the founders and product team to define content priorities, budget allocations, and release schedules.
• Take initiative on setting up processes and workflows for content acquisition and curation.
• Collaborate with marketing on launch strategy, positioning, and trailer/asset planning.

Performance & Feedback

• Monitor viewership data and user feedback to guide future acquisitions.
• Recommend renewals, exclusives, or phased licensing strategies based on early traction.
• Build quarterly reports to evaluate impact of new partnerships on platform growth.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in content acquisition, partnerships, or creative development—preferably in an OTT, digital media, or production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with production houses, filmmakers, and content creators.
• Strong storytelling instinct paired with commercial sensibility.
• Hands-on mindset, comfortable wearing multiple hats in a fast-moving environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Bonus Points For

• Existing network of production or studio contacts (in Hindi or any target regional languages)
• Experience working in a startup or building processes from scratch.
• Passion for independent cinema, regional narratives, or underrepresented voices.

Why Join Us?

• Play a key role in building a content-first OTT brand from the ground up.
• Own the content partnership strategy with high creative and strategic autonomy.
• Collaborate with a visionary team of founders and creatives.
• Be part of a culture that values experimentation, speed, and storytelling.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Provident Fund
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Fixed shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Application Question(s):

• Have you worked with any OTT platforms, production houses, or digital content companies?
• Do you have an existing network of content creators or production houses?
• Have you worked in a startup environment or contributed to building processes from scratch?
• Notice Period and Last Drawn Salary

Experience:

• Content management systems: 2 years (Required)

Location:

• Andheri, Mumbai, Maharashtra (Required)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 10/07/2025