Content Strategist

Company Overview

Company: Meraki Labs
Collaboration: The role is closely aligned with Sparks, a creative studio and podcast production house that manages the entire content lifecycle for clients—from ideation to execution—including content strategy, script writing, production, shooting, and post-production.

Job Summary

The Content Strategist will develop and execute podcast content strategies in collaboration with all creative teams. This role plays a key part in planning and improving both long-form and short-form content across various platforms, contributing to the overall objectives of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute podcast content strategy tailored to organizational goals.
• Collaborate closely with production, editing, and creative teams to ensure cohesive content creation.
• Plan and enhance long-form and short-form content across multiple platforms.
• Contribute to end-to-end content planning and execution processes.
• Drive content growth across digital channels through innovative strategies.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in podcasting and creator-led content is mandatory.
• Strong strategic thinking capabilities combined with hands-on content execution skills.
• Proven experience working on end-to-end content production rather than solely campaign management.
• Comfortable and effective in collaborating with production, editing, and creative teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-quality content environment.
• Excited to work closely with senior leadership on high-impact content initiatives.

Educational Qualifications

• Relevant Bachelor's degree in Media, Communication, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Experience at organizations such as WTF, Raj Shamani's team, BeerBiceps, or similar podcast-first or creator-led content companies.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, particularly Instagram and YouTube.
• Proficiency in content management systems (CMS) and project management tools.

Experience

• Previous experience in the podcasting ecosystem is highly preferred, ideally in-house roles in long-form content production.

Environment

• Work Location: HSR Layout, Bengaluru.
• Employment Type: 5-day Work From Office (WFO).

Salary

• Compensation details indicate a fixed CTC with flexible budgeting. There is a willingness to offer a hike of up to 30% on the candidate's current compensation, with no predefined salary range—the right candidate is the priority.

Growth Opportunities

• The role may evolve into an Individual Function (IF) or Team Lead-type responsibility over time if both parties work well together.

Benefits

• Additional benefits may be provided; specific details will be outlined in the hiring process.