About WPP Media
WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com
Role
At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:
- Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
- Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
- Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.
Group Head - Branded Content (WPP Media)
Role Overview: (5+ Years Experience)
Location:
West Region-Mumbai
Reports to:
Branded Content Lead – Regional Head
Top 4 Reasons to Join This Role
- Work on Brands Everyone Talks About
From iconic legacy brands to youth-loved challengers - you’ll help shape campaigns that people notice, share, and talk about.
- Explore the Full Content Universe
TV, Digital, Social, OTT, Experiential - you’ll explore every corner of media and help build content that moves culture.
- Collaborate With the Best in the Business
Creators, platforms, strategists, media partners, production teams - this is where big ideas, expertise, and innovation meet.
- Turn Creativity Into Commercial Impact
You’ll do storytelling that drives business outcomes.
Your Growth Milestones
In 3 Months: Establish Command
- Lead ideation for active briefs and high-value pitches.
- Build strong relationships across internal teams, clients, platforms, and media partners.
- Understand commercial models, workflows, and business priorities.
In 6 Months: Drive Work & Revenue
- Own end-to-end development of content solutions.
- Strengthen project outcomes with strategic interventions and measurable impact.
- Manage client conversations independently and help shape the revenue pipeline.
In 12 Months: Become an Ideas + Business Driver
- Deliver a portfolio of standout, tech-enabled content that moves brand and business metrics.
- Play an active role in revenue growth and opportunity creation.
What You’ll Do
- Lead idea development.
- Translate brand and media challenges into sharp content strategies and compelling presentations.
- Collaborate with media partners, platforms to bring ideas to life.
- Integrate content thinking into broader media strategies in partnership with cross-functional teams.
- Build measurement logic and analyze performance to drive business outcomes.
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years in advertising, media, branded content, digital/content strategy, creator ecosystems.
- Strong blend of creative ideation, strategic clarity, and business acumen.
- Proven ability to own mandates, manage stakeholders, and drive results.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
- High curiosity for tech, platforms, AI, and new content formats.
Life At WPP Media & Benefits
Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days. WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.Please read our Privacy Notice for more information on how we process the information you provide.
