Role Overview
We are looking for an Associate Director – Social Media Marketing for Star Plus to drive social-first storytelling, audience engagement, and digital conversations for one of India’s leading entertainment brands. The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of platform behaviour, creator ecosystems, and evolving content trends, with the ability to build engaging social media campaigns that strengthen audience affinity and fandom.

Key Responsibilities
Drive social media strategy and execution for Star Plus across key digital platforms
Develop and execute social-first campaigns for show launches, key properties, and always-on communication
Build platform-specific strategies across Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, X, and emerging digital platforms
Create content roadmaps aligned with brand priorities and audience engagement objectives
Identify emerging social trends, audience behaviour, internet culture, and content opportunities
Partner closely with creative, programming, OAP, and marketing teams to develop engaging digital narratives
Drive collaborations with micro/mini-influencers, creators, and fan communities for content amplification
Drive revenue through social media campaigns and strategic initiatives.




Lead digital amplification efforts to improve reach, engagement, and discoverability of content
Monitor campaign performance, social listening, audience sentiment, and platform analytics to derive actionable insights
Manage agency partners and internal stakeholders for seamless campaign execution

Skills & Attributes for success
7–9 years of experience in social media marketing, digital marketing, content marketing, or entertainment marketing
Robust understanding of social media platforms, creator ecosystems, influencer marketing, and digital trends
Deep understanding of YouTube, Instagram, content formats, audience behaviour, and social engagement mechanics
Robust understanding of how entertainment content translates into digital conversations and audience fandom
Preferred: Candidates who actively engage with content creation and social platforms (e.g., creators, micro/mini-influencers, or individuals with a strong personal digital presence)
Prior experience in media, entertainment, OTT, digital content, or consumer-facing brands will be preferred
Strong stakeholder management, communication, and execution capabilities

📌 Associate Director Social Media Marketing, Star Plus Mumbai (India)
🏢 Important Group
📍 India