Content Operations & Acquisition Coordinator

Job Title: Content Operations & Acquisition Coordinator

Location: Chennai

Experience: 2+ Years

Company: KadhaiShorts

About the Role

KadhaiShorts is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Content Operations & Acquisition Coordinator to support our Content Acquisition and Content Operations team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in managing content workflows, coordinating cross-functional teams, tracking projects, handling data management, and ensuring smooth execution from script evaluation to content delivery.

This role is perfect for someone with a strong understanding of storytelling, content development, and project coordination within the media, entertainment, OTT, or digital content industry.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage and maintain content acquisition databases, trackers, and project documentation.

· Coordinate with writers, creators, production teams, and internal stakeholders.

· Read, review, and summarize scripts for internal evaluation and tracking.

· Support content acquisition activities, including script submissions and content pipeline management.

· Schedule and coordinate meetings, reviews, presentations, and follow-ups.

· Track project timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure timely execution.

· Prepare reports, dashboards, and status updates for management.

· Assist in content planning, development, and operational workflows.

· Maintain proper documentation of content rights, agreements, and acquisition records.

· Work closely with creative, production, and business teams to streamline processes.

· Monitor project risks, dependencies, and resource allocation.

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in Media, Mass Communication, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.

· 2+ years of experience in Project Coordination, PMO, Content Operations, Content Acquisition, or a similar role.

· Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

· Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, PowerPoint, and project management tools.

· Strong analytical and data management capabilities.

· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

· Experience in script evaluation, content development, or content acquisition.

· Understanding of OTT, digital media, entertainment, or production workflows.

· Knowledge of project tracking and workflow management tools.

· Ability to create reports, dashboards, and process documentation.

· Experience working with creative teams and content creators.

Added Advantage

· Exposure to Script-to-Screen workflows.

· Understanding of content lifecycle management from acquisition to production.

· Experience coordinating with writers, directors, production teams, and creative stakeholders.

· Familiarity with short-form content, OTT platforms, and digital entertainment ecosystems.

What We're Looking For

· Strong attention to detail.

· Excellent coordination and follow-up skills.

· Passion for storytelling and content creation.

· Ability to thrive in a dynamic startup environment.

· Proactive problem-solving mindset and ownership attitude.