Associate, Marketing & Communications

- Location: Hubballi, Karnataka
- Workplace type: On-site
- Employment type: Full-time
- Experience: 2 to 5 years
- Compensation: ₹5 LPA CTC

About Deshpande StartupsDeshpande Startups is a leading incubator committed to empowering entrepreneurs solving for non-metro India. We support bold, mission-driven founders across sectors. About the roleWe are looking for a capable marketing professional to spearhead the work of our Marketing & Communications unit.

This role carries explicit ownership of what we publish, when we publish it, and how well it performs. The stories to be told are those of founders building startups for and from non-metro India.

What you'll doTouchpoint management: Manage our social media channels, website and mailing list, including content calendars, publishing, community engagement, page and event updates, list segmentation and audience growth.

Content creation: Plan, shoot and edit video content, design creatives for campaigns and events, and write copy across social posts, newsletters, web pages, presentations and press notes in a consistent brand voice.

Data and analytics: Own marketing reporting, track performance across channels and establish a regular reporting cadence that guides future decisions.

Public relations: Support public relations and thought leadership execution, including media lists, briefing notes, drafts and coordination.

What we're looking for

- 2 to 5 years of strong marketing experience,



with a demonstrable track record of campaigns, content and brand work that delivered results. A strong portfolio can make up for fewer years.
- Ability to independently plan and execute marketing initiatives across at least two of these areas: social media marketing, video editing, graphic design, copywriting and email marketing.
- Clear and accurate written English. Working knowledge of Kannada or Hindi is an advantage.
- Strong command of data, including channel analytics, campaign tracking and accurate reporting.
- High ownership mindset and the discipline to deliver on schedule.
- Sound judgement on what represents the brand well.

Why join us?
- An ownership role with a clear path to Manager and, over time, to leading the Deshpande Startups brand.
- An opportunity to shape the brand and voice of the non-metro startup ecosystem.
- Access to compelling founder stories and the opportunity to showcase entrepreneurs shaping the next wave of innovation.
- Work with successful entrepreneurs, builders and strategic investors.

How to applySubmit your CV, a short 2-minute video response and links to 3 to 5 pieces of your best work, such as videos, designs, posts, newsletters or campaigns. A portfolio is mandatory. Apply here: https://forms.gle/9Uai7bYRiaSuS6gc6

Read the full JD here - https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Q3u-kfURQM7ZqEjmFi6_ftr6HpBQJa2q?usp=sharing For enquiries: +91 96866 54749

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