14 Sep
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ABC Talkies
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Kochi
Job Description
ABC FilmFactory
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Content Acquisition
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Experience: 1–2 years
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Location: Pan India / Region-specific
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Positions: 2–3
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About ABC FilmFactory
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ABC FilmFactory is the content, licensing and distribution arm of the ABC ecosystem. While ABC Talkies is our viewer-facing film platform, ABC FilmFactory works with filmmakers and content owners to discover, acquire, curate, market and monetise content across ABC Talkies and other platforms.
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We are building a solid and diverse content library spanning feature films, short films, web series, documentaries, independent cinema and regional content.
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The Role
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We are looking for people with a strong eye for good content and a genuine passion for films and storytelling to discover and source content for ABC FilmFactory and ABC Talkies.
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The role involves finding interesting content and creators across India and building relationships with filmmakers, producers and content owners.
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What You Will Do
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- Discover and source interesting films, short films, web series, documentaries and independent content.
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- Identify emerging filmmakers, creators and production houses.
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- Build relationships with filmmakers, producers, creators, film schools, festivals and content communities.
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- Track upcoming films and new content across different languages and regions.
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- Evaluate content for its creative quality, audience potential and suitability for ABC Talkies and other platforms.
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- Understand basic rights availability and commercial expectations.
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- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of potential content acquisitions.
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- Work with the Business Development team to understand what OTT platforms and other buyers are looking for.
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- Present promising content internally for consideration and acquisition.
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Who We Are Looking For
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- 1–2 years of experience in content acquisition, OTT, film, media, production, distribution or entertainment.
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- Freshers with an excellent academic record and demonstrated passion for films, storytelling, media or content are welcome.
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- A genuine love for cinema and curiosity about new filmmakers and stories.
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- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
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- Good understanding of films, digital content and audience trends.
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- Proactive, observant and willing to discover content beyond the obvious.
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- Existing relationships within the filmmaking/content ecosystem will be a strong advantage.
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Language Skills
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English and Hindi are essential.
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Additional regional language proficiency will be preferred depending on the market — for example, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi, Bengali, Gujarati, etc.
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The Ideal Candidate
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Someone who watches beyond the mainstream, discovers interesting creators before they become widely known, understands what makes content compelling and can build genuine relationships with filmmakers.
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This is a role for someone who wants to be close to content and the people who create it.
📌 Content Acquisition Executive (Kochi)
🏢 ABC Talkies
📍 Kochi