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