Job Responsibilities :
- Define and drive the creative vision and content strategy for Telugu-language originals across genres including fiction, non-fiction, web series, micro-dramas, and experimental formats.
- Identify whitespace opportunities and content gaps by understanding audience preferences across different Telugu-speaking regions and diaspora.
- Lead the end-to-end content lifecycle - from ideation and development to execution and post-launch performance - ensuring all content aligns with platform standards, cultural nuances, and brand identity.
- Collaborate closely with a network of production houses, writers, creators, and independent filmmakers to onboard breakthrough and exclusive Telugu content.
- Evaluate and review scripts, pilots, and final outputs to ensure high-quality storytelling, originality, and narrative consistency.
- Use data-backed insights and audience analytics to assess content performance, derive learnings, and sharpen future creative strategies.
- Maintain strong relationships with on-screen and off-screen talent and the broader creative ecosystem across the Telugu entertainment industry.
- Oversee content budgets, timelines, and resource planning to ensure creative excellence within commercial guardrails.
- Work in partnership with marketing, PR, and social media teams to position and amplify content effectively for maximum reach and impact.
- Ensure a robust and consistent content pipeline to support audience engagement, subscriber growth, and platform stickiness.
- Collaborate with platform operations, legal, compliance, and tech teams to ensure smooth execution and adherence to platform policies.
- Stay ahead of regional, national, and global OTT trends, audience behaviors, and technological innovations to continuously evolve the Telugu content offering.
- Experiment with new formats, storytelling techniques, and content technologies to deepen viewer engagement and brand differentiation in the Telugu OTT space.
Skills & Attributes for success :
Deep understanding of Telugu audience preferences, cultural nuances, and entertainment trendsStrong creative acumen with a proven ability to develop and assess compelling story ideas across genresExcellent leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire creative teamsStrategic thinker with a data-driven approach to content development and performance evaluationStrong industry network and ability to collaborate with writers, directors, producers, and talentHigh ownership, agility, and resilience in a fast-paced, evolving OTT landscapeEffective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills across creative, marketing, and product teamsPreferred Education & Experience :
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Media, Communication, Film Studies, or a related field.12 years+ of experience in content development or programming, with a strong track record in Telugu entertainment across TV, films, or OTT.Prior experience in leading creative teams and managing original content pipelines is highly desirable.ref : iimjobs.com)