📄 JOB DESCRIPTION Business Operator - Growth, Brand & Ops We’re The Black Sheep – we make protein bars that expire in days. Because we are honest. No preservatives. No fluff. No BS. Just real food, made like it matters. We're not trying to scale fast. We're trying to scale right and we’re hiring our first teammate to help build this with us. 🧠 You’ll own parts of: Marketing & Content: Run our social media, post with brand voice Suggest trending formats, content themes, meme ideas Coordinate performance marketing (Meta, Google) Sales & Growth: Help expand presence in Gujarat retail & event sales Get us into local exhibitions, farmers markets, etc. Production & Ops: Track daily metrics (inventory, production, wastage) Be the bridge between kitchen & business Communicate with our chefs clearly, respectfully Business Admin: Help with basic finance, ordering supplies, etc. Manage vendor chats, shipping updates, etc. Vision & Ownership: Think ahead; what flavours are trending, what content is trending? What’s the future of protein bars in India? Be the one who steps up when the founder steps out 🧩 You are: A doer, not a deck-maker Based in Gujarat (or open to it) Someone who takes notes AND takes charge Passionate about clean food, smart brands, and real work Someone who’s not looking for a job but a mission Humble, funny, detail-obsessed, clear communicator 💰 What you get: Potential equity (up to 3%) if you're the right fit Ground-floor access to build a brand that’s doing things differently Not just a role; a stake in The Black Sheep
Are you someone who loves creating content, experimenting with ideas, and wants to understand how social media can shape a brand from the ground up? At The Black Sheep, we’re building a food brand that dares to be different: preservative-free, transparent, and bold. We’re looking for an intern to join our journey in creating & managing: • Social media content (Instagram, maybe Reddit & LinkedIn) • Creative campaigns & trend adaptation • Engaging with the community and experimenting with formats • A creative and experimental attitude, who understands trends and pivot accordingly 💡 What you’ll get: • Real ownership: Your content won’t be stuck in drafts; it goes live. • Creative freedom: Test, learn, and see your ideas shape the brand. • Startup exposure: Work directly with the founder, no hierarchy. • Portfolio growth: You’ll leave with tangible work you can showcase anywhere. • Learning > Textbook: This is hands-on experience, not a “copy-paste” internship. ⚠️ Note: This is currently an unpaid role. Think of it as an opportunity to be part of an early-stage startup and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere. In the future, we would love to make you permanent and compensate you accordingly! (Considering your overall time at the firm)
About Us: We’re The Black Sheep 🖤🐑 a nutrition startup launching India’s freshest protein bars, made in small batches (only 300 bars a day!). We’re building not just a product, but a brand that stands for exclusivity, freshness, and community. The Role: We’re looking for a Web Development Intern who’s excited to work on a live D2C launch project. You’ll take ownership of our website experience and bring to life features like: • Daily product caps (e.g., 300 bars per day) with real-time counters. • Dynamic checkout flows (different experiences for Gujarat vs. outside Gujarat customers). • Waitlist integration (capturing leads outside Gujarat). • Smooth e-commerce UX (shipping logic, cart limits, order confirmations, etc.). Who You Are: • Comfortable with front-end & back-end basics (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React.js, TailwindCSS). • Exposure to e-commerce or checkout workflows is a bonus. • Curious, self-driven, and comfortable experimenting. • Ready to learn fast and make things happen. What You’ll Get: • Hands-on experience building a live e-commerce launch from scratch. • Full visibility into how a D2C brand is built and scaled. • Direct mentorship from the founder. • Strong portfolio piece (your work will be live and customer-facing). Type: Internship (Unpaid, Remote or Ahmedabad-based) Duration: 1–2 months (with possibility of extension as we grow).
We’re building The Black Sheep: a bold, creative, and disruptive brand in fitness nutrition and snacking. We’re looking for a Growth & Outreach Intern who can hustle, connect, and create opportunities to put our product in front of the right people. Your role will focus on lead generation and exposure: • Fitness Outreach → Identify gyms, trainers, nutritionists, and fitness communities in Gujarat who could be early partners or customers. • Influencer Outreach → Build relationships with fitness influencers, lifestyle creators, and micro-influencers for collaborations. • Events Outreach → Spot events (fitness expos, marathons, corporate wellness events, university fests) where The Black Sheep can showcase our products. • Customer Outreach → Gather email leads of prospective clients and customers for product sampling and delivery (starting within Gujarat). 🔹 What You’ll Get: • Real experience in growth hacking, lead generation, and outreach strategy. • The chance to build networks in the fitness and events industry. • A hands-on role where you’ll directly contribute to The Black Sheep’s visibility and traction. • Exposure to brand-building strategies in a fast-growing startup environment. 🔹 Ideal Candidate: • Strong communicator (online + offline). • Comfortable with research, networking, and cold outreach (emails, DMs, calls). • Excited about fitness, health, and new-age brands. • Self-driven, resourceful, and hungry to learn.
We’re looking for a creative mind with a camera 🎬. Someone who can not only click and shoot but also visualize how to make our healthy snacks look irresistible to the world. What you’ll do: • Plan and execute creative product shoots (photos + videos). • Suggest and shoot engaging reels and short-form content for Instagram/TikTok. • Edit videos with music, text overlays, transitions (basic to mid-level). • Bring storytelling ideas: gym, theatre, office, daily-life snack moments. • Work closely with our marketing team to keep a steady flow of fresh content. What we’re looking for: • Passion for photography/videography (bonus if you already shoot reels). • Strong imagination ability to turn simple ideas into eye-catching content. • Basic editing skills (Premiere Pro, CapCut, Final Cut, or even Canva/Reels editor). • Someone who loves experimenting with new formats and trends. Perks: • Real-world portfolio building (your work will go live on The Black Sheep’s platforms). • Freedom to pitch your wild creative ideas. • Internship certificate + Letter of Recommendation. • Occasional free snacks (yes, you’ll be paid in protein bars too 😉). 📍 Location: Ahmedabad 📅 Duration: 2–3 months (flexible) 💼 Type: Internship (unpaid, but high-learning + portfolio boost)
As a Growth & Outreach Intern at The Black Sheep, your main focus will be on lead generation and exposure. Your responsibilities will include: - Fitness Outreach: Identify potential partners or customers such as gyms, trainers, nutritionists, and fitness communities in Gujarat. - Influencer Outreach: Build relationships with fitness influencers, lifestyle creators, and micro-influencers for potential collaborations. - Events Outreach: Identify and participate in fitness expos, marathons, corporate wellness events, and university fests to showcase The Black Sheep products. - Customer Outreach: Gather email leads of potential clients and customers within Gujarat for product sampling and delivery. What You'll Gain from this role: - Real hands-on experience in growth hacking, lead generation, and outreach strategy. - Opportunities to build networks within the fitness and events industry. - Direct contribution to enhancing The Black Sheep's visibility and traction. - Exposure to brand-building strategies within a dynamic, fast-growing startup environment. The ideal candidate for this position would be: - A strong communicator in both online and offline settings. - Comfortable with research, networking, and cold outreach through emails, DMs, and calls. - Passionate about fitness, health, and innovative brands. - Self-driven, resourceful, and eager to learn and grow in a challenging environment.,
As a creative individual with a passion for photography and videography, you will play a key role in capturing and showcasing our healthy snacks in an irresistible light to the world. **Key Responsibilities:** - Plan and execute creative product shoots including both photos and videos. - Generate and film engaging reels and short-form content for social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok. - Edit videos by adding music, text overlays, and transitions at a basic to mid-level. - Bring forth storytelling ideas related to gym, theatre, office, and daily-life snack moments. - Collaborate closely with our marketing team to ensure a consistent flow of fresh and appealing content. **Qualifications Required:** - Demonstrated passion for photography and videography; prior experience with shooting reels is a plus. - Strong imaginative skills to transform simple concepts into visually appealing content. - Basic editing proficiency in software such as Premiere Pro, CapCut, Final Cut, Canva, or Reels editor. - Enthusiasm for exploring and experimenting with new formats and trends in the field. In addition to these responsibilities and qualifications, you can look forward to the following perks: - Real-world portfolio building opportunities, as your work will be showcased on The Black Sheep's platforms. - Freedom to pitch and implement your creative ideas. - Internship certificate and a Letter of Recommendation upon completion. - Occasional provision of free snacks, including protein bars, as part of your compensation. This internship opportunity is based in Ahmedabad, with a duration of 23 months (flexible). While it is an unpaid internship, it offers a high-learning environment and a valuable boost to your portfolio.,