Curator (Festival & IPs)

Company Description

Hey there, we’re Under25! We’re the phygital (physical + digital) playground designed to help the youth earn, learn, and level up for real life. We are India’s largest youth media network, built with over 2 million+ young people across 4,000+ campuses. Our community powers 600+ on-ground experiences including 150+ Summits at Campus with 200+ youth-run social media handles. We provide leadership fellowships, paid brand gigs, and a gamified platform called the Under25 App with 600K+ users. Under25 is backed by Collective Artists Network and is a must for Gen Z and the brands wanting to reach them.

Role Description

This isn’t just about booking famous

It’s about building an IP, sales, networking, and managing 20-40 conversations at once with stakeholders across various levels

Under25 IPs

What You’ll Actually Do:

Outreach & Talent Locking

• Research & Outreach:

  Identify the

  right Thought Leaders (TLs)

  and talent to bring to the festival. This is about finding the best fit, not just the most famous names.

  Pitch the value of the Under 25 Summit

  as a platform that’s about

  empowering students

  , not just showcasing well-known speakers.

• Pitching & Locking TLs:

  You’ll be responsible for

  negotiating, securing

  , and

  confirming

  TLs for the festival. This involves managing

  multiple conversations

  , often balancing the expectations of

  agencies

  ,

  managers

  , and

  internal teams

  .

• Building Relationships:

  Establish and nurture

  long-term relationships

  with

  agencies

  ,

  managers

  , and

  student leaders

  . Be the

  go-to person

  when it comes to

  securing participation

  and managing expectations, especially when dealing with last-minute changes or difficult conversations.

• Handling Student Expectations:

  Students will often

  demand famous people

  or specific speakers. You’ll need to

  navigate their expectations

  , explaining why some may not be possible while ensuring they still feel valued. You’ll need to balance being

  firm yet empathetic

  in these conversations, making sure students understand the festival’s

  value proposition

  .

Curation of Festival Content

• Creating the Festival Flow:

  Design the

  full festival flow

  , from segment creation to transitions. You’ll curate

  festival segments

  , develop

  talking points

  , and ensure they align with the festival's theme while engaging the audience.

• Collaborating with TLs:

  Once TLs are locked in, you’ll help

  curate their segments

  , develop

  talking pointers

  , and ensure their segment is exciting, educational, and resonates with students.

• Segment Creation:

  Work closely with TLs to come up with

  dynamic stage segments

  and

  audience questions

  . This needs to be

  hyper-local

  , so having a good understanding of the college and student culture in each city is key to making the content

  relatable and effective

  .

• Scriptwriting:

  As the curator, you’ll also

  write Emcee scripts

  and organize the

  festival schedule

  , ensuring smooth transitions between segments and keeping the audience engaged.

Managing Event Logistics

• Finalizing Student Talent:

  Review

  student submissions

  and finalize performers to ensure a mix of talent that reflects the festival’s

  focus on empowerment

  .

• Event Coordination:

  Oversee the

  festival schedule

  , ensuring everything runs on time and within the framework you’ve set.

  Last-minute changes

  are inevitable, and you’ll need to

  adapt quickly

  .

Promotional Support

• Creative Coordination:

  Work with the creative team to ensure

  launch creatives

  (reels, posters, promotional material) are aligned with the festival’s message and look.

• Supporting the Launch:

  Ensure

  launch materials

  (reels, posters, promotional content) are ready and

  go live with the marketing campaign

  .

Heads up!

1. Be Okay with Chaos:

   Working in a

   fast-paced, ever-changing environment

   is part of this role. There will be times when things get

   chaotic

   , and you’ll have to make decisions quickly, adapt, and keep everything on track.

   Chaos

   is a constant, and being comfortable with it is essential for success.

2. Be Comfortable with Change and Movement:

   The landscape of this role is always shifting. You need to be ready to

   adapt

   quickly and

   pivot

   as things evolve. Change is constant, and being able to manage it without missing a step is a key requirement.

3. We Template Things, But Not Fully:

   While we have

   templates

   in place, this role is about creating, experimenting, and evolving. There’s plenty of

   room for innovation

   , and we encourage you to bring fresh ideas to the table. Don’t just follow the script —

   make it better

   .

4. Fast-Paced Environment: Th

   e work environment is

   rapid

   and

   dynamic

   . You’ll be moving quickly and have to keep up with

   quick turnarounds

   and

   shifting priorities

   . If you’re someone who thrives on momentum and constant action, this role will be a great fit.

5. Make Anyone Your Best Friend:

   Relationship-building is

   critical

   in this role. Whether it’s working with

   students

   ,

   managing TLs

   , or

   collaborating with agencies

   , you’ll need to connect with people quickly and manage various relationships with ease. Being able to make

   anyone your best friend

   is a major asset in this role.

6. Travel and Weekends Might Be Occupied:

   While travel and weekend work will

   not be regular

   , you should be

   flexible

   and ready to step in when

   necessary

   . There may be

   occasional travel

   or

   weekend commitments

   based on the needs of the summit.

7. Building SOPs & Training Modules:

   You will be responsible for

   creating and teaching

   Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and

   training modules

   for students and interns. These resources will guide your team and others to

   execute tasks effectively

   and consistently at scale. You’ll need to help onboard, mentor, and ensure everyone is on the same page with the

   best practices

   .