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About The Role As a Production Manager – Microdrama , you will lead the execution of microdrama productions from pre-production to post. You will be responsible for scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and ensuring that all content is delivered on time, on budget, and at the highest quality. You’ll work closely with writers, directors, actors, editors, and other stakeholders to bring short-format stories to life. Key Responsibilities Production Planning & Execution: Develop production timelines and schedules for multiple ongoing microdrama projects. Manage end-to-end execution of short-format video shoots. Oversee daily operations on set, ensuring shoots run efficiently. Budget & Resource Management: Prepare and manage production budgets. Source and manage vendors, crew, equipment, locations, and other logistical requirements. Team Leadership & Coordination: Supervise production crews and ensure alignment across departments (writing, directing, post-production). Collaborate with creative leads to ensure storytelling vision is achieved. Quality Control: Monitor deliverables to ensure technical and creative standards are met. Handle contingencies and problem-solve in real-time to keep production on track. Post-Production Liaison: Coordinate with editors, sound designers, and other post-production professionals. Ensure timely and quality delivery of final episodes. Qualifications 4–7 years of experience in film, television, OTT, or digital content production. Proven experience managing short-format or episodic content is a plus. Strong project management and organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple productions simultaneously. Proficient in budgeting, scheduling tools, and production software. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Passionate about storytelling and the evolving digital content landscape. Preferred Experience in micro-content, web series, or audio-visual storytelling formats. Familiarity with regional languages and content localization is a bonus Why Join us? Opportunity to work in a fast-growing audio and content platform. Exposure to multi-language marketing and global user base strategies. A collaborative work environment with a data-driven and innovative approach. Competitive salary and growth opportunities in marketing and growth strategy. About KUKU Founded in 2018, KUKU is India’s leading storytelling platform, offering a vast digital library of audio stories, short courses, and microdramas. KUKU aims to be India’s largest cultural exporter of stories, culture and history to the world with a firm belief in “Create In India, Create For The World”. We deliver immersive entertainment and education through our OTT platforms: Kuku FM, Guru, Kuku TV, and more. With a mission to provide high-quality, personalized stories across genres from entertainment across multiple formats and languages, KUKU continues to push boundaries and redefine India’s entertainment industry. 🌐 Website: www.kukufm.com 📱 Android App: Google Play 📱 iOS App: App Store 🔗 LinkedIn: KUKU 📢 Ready to make an impact? Apply now! Skills: budgeting,storytelling,content production,resource allocation,post production,team coordination,production planning,scheduling tools,project management,production software,negotiation,communication,scheduling,production execution,quality control,budget management,team leadership Show more Show less
