Manager - Programming Strategy & Insights (Qualitative)

Role overview The Manager - Programming Strategy & Insights (Qualitative) at jiostar will focus on analyzing consumer sentiment and feedback for Star Bharat. This role covers both long story arcs and individual show tracks, using qualitative research to inform programming decisions. Based in Mumbai, the position plays a key part in shaping content strategy t…

Jio Platforms Limited is seeking a Manager - Qualitative Insights for the JioHotstar team in Mumbai. The Insights team studies how audiences engage with the platform, providing research that shapes decisions in content, marketing, and product development. Collaboration with other departments ensures that consumer perspectives influence every major business choice, from content evaluation to promotion. Role overview The Manager - Qualitative Insights leads the development of audience insights that inform strategy for content, marketing, and product teams. This role centers on understanding what drives audience choices and converting those findings into actionable recommendations for the business. Key focus areas Insights leadership: Build a deep understanding of audience motivations, preferences, and consumption habits. Translation of research: Turn qualitative research findings into practical recommendations that address business needs. Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with teams across the company to ensure insights inform and influence key decisions. Location This position is based in Mumbai.

The Insights team at JioHotstar uncovers how audiences interact with the platform, what they prefer, and how their behaviors shape business outcomes. By combining qualitative research with data analysis, the team delivers insights that guide decisions in content, marketing, and product development. Collaboration is key, ensuring that consumer perspectives influence how content is evaluated, positioned, and promoted across the company. Role overview The Senior Director of Qualitative Insights leads the qualitative audience insights function for JioHotstar. This senior leader interprets audience behavior and translates findings into practical recommendations that support decision-making for content, marketing, and product teams. Key focus areas Develop and lead audience insights, building a detailed understanding of motivations, preferences, and consumption patterns. Turn research findings into actionable recommendations that support business goals. Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure insights inform decisions throughout the organization. Location Mumbai

Join our dynamic team at Jiostar as a Qualitative Research Manager specializing in Sports Marketing. We seek an insightful and culturally savvy professional to spearhead consumer insights that will shape our marketing strategies. Your expertise will be crucial in understanding fan behavior, content engagement, and regional differences to drive impactful sports campaigns, including major leagues, tournaments, and original sports content.This position places you at the crossroads of sports, storytelling, and consumer psychology, allowing you to transform qualitative insights into powerful marketing initiatives.

Role overview Jiostar seeks a Manager for the Programming Strategy & Insights team in Mumbai. This position focuses on shaping the content strategy for Hindi Movie Channels. The Manager will rely on viewership analytics, consumer insights, and market data to guide programming decisions and support channel growth. What you will do Analyze viewership trends and audience data to inform content programming Gather and interpret consumer insights to support strategic decisions Review the competitive landscape to spot opportunities and risks Develop recommendations for channel strategy based on analytics Collaborate with teams across the organization to ensure effective execution Requirements Strong analytical skills with attention to detail Ability to turn data into actionable programming strategies Experience working with cross-functional teams Commitment to execution and delivering measurable results

Role overview The Assistant Manager - Programming Strategy & Insights (Content Development) at Star Plus will work from the Mumbai office. This position centers on content development, with a focus on analyzing existing programming and shaping new storylines. The role calls for creative thinking to address business needs through programming choices. Team focus The Content Development team guides the channel’s content direction. Team members identify challenges and develop strategies to support Star Plus’s evolving content agenda. The team encourages innovation and values those who are ready to drive change. Reporting This position reports directly to the Director - Programming Strategy & Insights (Content Development).

Role overview The Senior Executive - Programming Strategy & Insights at Star Plus will play a key part in guiding content development and evaluating ongoing programming. This position calls for a creative approach to building storylines that connect with viewers while supporting broader business objectives. Team focus The Content Development team at Star Plus is responsible for setting the direction of new content. Team members create thorough project briefs and manage initiatives from concept to completion, always seeking opportunities to improve and innovate. What you will do Shape the development of new content and review existing programming for effectiveness Develop compelling storylines that align with the channel's goals Identify creative strategies to enhance programming and support business needs Location This position is based in Mumbai.

Summary: We are seeking an Associate Director of Insights with a focus on quantitative research and data-driven programming strategy for Colors across various platforms. This role is pivotal in facilitating informed decisions regarding content, scheduling, and monetization. Acting as a strategic liaison between the Programming, Sales, and Business teams, you will translate complex audience data into actionable insights that enhance viewership growth on TV and JioHotstar.About the Role:This position transforms quantitative research from a simple reporting task into a vital strategic leadership role in programming. By overseeing viewership growth and stakeholder engagement, you will play an instrumental role in fortifying Colors’ competitive edge, improving monetization outcomes, and enabling more intelligent, rapid content decisions in an increasingly diverse viewing landscape.Reporting to:Senior Director - Programming Strategy & Insights (Content Strategy), Colors

LRN Corporation seeks a Client Health and Insights Lead in Mumbai to support program management across a wide client portfolio. This position centers on maintaining and improving the Client Health framework and dashboard, which provide clear visibility into partner engagement, risks, and opportunities. Role overview The Client Health and Insights Lead works closely with Program Managers and teams from various departments. The role involves monitoring client portfolios, identifying trends, and highlighting risks. Timely escalation of issues is expected to help resolve client challenges quickly. This is not a traditional reporting or coordination job; the focus is on turning data into actionable insights that improve client outcomes. What you will do Own and refine LRN’s Client Health framework and dashboard Ensure transparent tracking of partner engagement, risks, and opportunities Collaborate with Program Managers and cross-functional teams to identify trends Produce insights that lead to timely action and escalation when needed Requirements Strong analytical skills and sound judgment Experience working with data to produce operational insights Commercial awareness and the ability to influence decisions across Program Management Comfort working beyond basic coordination or reporting

Overview:The Insights team at Guidepoint specializes in offering teleconferences, surveys, and in-person events tailored for our institutional and corporate clientele. Our teleconference transcripts are meticulously organized in a searchable portal that encompasses a variety of industries and topics, empowering clients to make well-informed decisions. Each piece of content features Advisors from Guidepoint’s extensive global network, curated by seasoned investors, sell-side analysts, and industry experts.As the Research Manager for Insights in India, you will spearhead a dedicated team of 2–3 Research Associates focused on sourcing and recruiting industry experts for our teleconferences across sectors such as technology, healthcare, consumer goods, industrials, energy, and financial services.This position acts as a player-coach role, where you will not only fulfill recruiting mandates but also enhance team performance, maintain pipeline health, ensure high-quality outreach, and uphold operational discipline. You will be the main point of coordination between the Associate team and the US-based moderator team, ensuring efficiency, quality, and high advisor conversion rates.This role is perfectly suited for individuals who excel in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments, have a passion for team management, and are eager to implement systems that optimize recruiting outcomes and call completion rates.

OVERVIEWThe Insights product is an innovative offering from Guidepoint tailored for institutional investors and corporate clients. It provides access to teleconferences, surveys, and in-person events, all housed within a transcript library. This extensive library encompasses a variety of industries and topics, empowering our clients to make well-informed decisions. All content is crafted and hosted by experts from Guidepoint’s extensive global network, including former investment professionals, sell-side equity research analysts, and industry veterans.This role is pivotal in building and expanding the Guidepoint Library, a central repository of transcript-based insights derived from expert-led teleconferences. These insights, developed and hosted by seasoned investment professionals and industry experts, assist Guidepoint's institutional clients in making informed decisions across diverse sectors, including industrials, technology, consumer goods, and more.As an Insights Analyst, you will engage in extensive research, facilitate expert discussions, and ensure the creation of high-quality content. Reporting directly to the Director of Research for Equities, you will contribute significantly to the development of content that encompasses various topics such as business strategy, competitive dynamics, supply chain management, and capital deployment.

Role Overview NielsenIQ is hiring a Manager of Consumer Insights in Mumbai. This role leads a team focused on understanding consumer behaviors and identifying market trends. The work informs business strategies and supports clients in making decisions grounded in data. What You Will Do Guide a team in analyzing consumer data and market trends Translate findings into actionable insights for clients Support strategy development to improve client outcomes

Role OverviewThe Program Manager is essential in spearheading the strategic planning, coordination, and execution of various projects within the organization. This pivotal role guarantees adherence to governance protocols, timely project delivery, and effective communication channels with both internal teams and external clients. The Program Manager serves as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for clients, delivering consistent updates on progress, risks, and key milestones.Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Governance & Planning: Define project scope, deliverables, and create an integrated master plan with clear milestones and success metrics.Establish a governance schedule that includes status reviews and risk forums while maintaining consolidated dashboards.Client Engagement: Act as the primary contact for clients, ensuring open and transparent communication.Provide regular updates on project status, identify potential risks, and escalate issues as necessary.Execution Management: Coordinate multiple workstreams to ensure timely completion and address interdependencies effectively.Foster collaboration across various functional units, including Operations, IT, HR, Finance, and Legal.Oversee facility readiness, refurbishments, and operational rollouts.Risk, Compliance & Quality: Maintain a proactive risk register and develop mitigation strategies.Ensure completion of ISO documentation and readiness for audits.Collaborate with project managers to review work quality and ensure projects adhere to standards and timelines, particularly ISO compliance.Financial & Resource Management: Plan and monitor program budgets against actual expenditures.Stakeholder Management: Cultivate strong relationships with internal teams and external vendors, capture feedback, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.Manage all external contracts with third-party vendors and subcontractors.Define and execute standard reports and dashboards for senior management, including custom reports unique to specific projects.Encourage innovative thinking within the team while supporting their professional growth.Performance Indicators:Successful new project rolloutsEffective project schedule managementHigh client satisfaction and stakeholder engagementSuccessful project executionTimely project tracking and monitoringCompliance with ISO and audit requirementsTeam skill management and trainingEfficient resource management for projects

About WPP Media WPP is a leading creative transformation company dedicated to harnessing the power of creativity to forge better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities. Discover more at wpp.com. WPP Media is the global media collective of WPP. In an era where media permeates every aspect of life, we unite the finest platforms, talent, and partnerships to foster boundless opportunities for growth. Learn more at wppmedia.com. At WPP Media, we celebrate the strength of our culture and our people, which empowers us to create extraordinary experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role, embracing WPP and WPP Media’s core values will be essential: Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire Transformational Creativity. Create an Open Environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences through Cultivating Trust. Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise. Overview of the Role Mindshare Fulcrum, a part of WPP Media, is on the lookout for a Manager – Strategy to join our Business Planning C Strategy team. In this pivotal position, you will provide data-driven insights to shape media planning and strategy, with a focus on business intelligence to stay ahead of industry trends. Key Responsibilities Business Intelligence: Research the market for relevant data, compile comprehensive reports, and deliver insights for Intelligence Reports. Data Reporting & Analysis: Assess media and brand performance, manage reports on media metrics and effectiveness, and provide actionable insights. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Partner with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure data availability and integration. Reporting Structure This role reports to: Sr. Director – Business Intelligence Top Three Benefits of This Role Influence media planning through actionable insights. Collaborate with leading brands and industry pioneers. Engage across various categories with both established and emerging brands.

Job SummaryJoin JioStar’s dynamic Go-To-Market & Narrative team, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategy and storytelling for our sports properties across both digital and television platforms. In this exciting position, you will be tasked with conceptualizing and constructing compelling narratives that meet advertiser demands, effectively positioning sports as a robust platform for significant brand enhancement.

Job Overview:Join our dynamic Programming Strategy & Insights team at Jiostar, where you will spearhead the content strategy for our Hindi Movies division. This pivotal role requires leveraging actionable insights to guide strategic content decisions for our Free-to-Air (FTA) Movie Channels, ensuring we deliver captivating and relevant programming that resonates with our diverse audience.

About the RoleWe are on a mission to create an innovative content engine that delivers high-speed, insight-driven storytelling. We are seeking a talented Content Strategy Manager who embodies both strategic thinking and research expertise. This individual will transform data into actionable insights, enhancing the success of our content pipeline. If you are passionate about leveraging data to understand human behavior, spotting emerging trends, and developing content frameworks that drive growth, then this position is perfect for you.

Role Overview The Sales Motion & Customization team at jiostar sits within the Sales Enablement vertical. This group focuses on delivering customized media solutions that help advertisers achieve greater impact and drive revenue growth. The Manager - Product & Revenue Strategy (Customization), Sports, plays a key part in connecting sales strategy to real-world execution. What You Will Do Work closely with sales, product, content, and data teams to support business growth in the sports vertical. Help design and implement tailored solutions for advertisers, balancing creative flexibility with operational needs. Ensure that internal stakeholders have the tools and processes needed to deliver on client expectations and maximize revenue opportunities. Who You’ll Work With Sales teams focused on sports media and advertising Product managers and content strategists Data analysts supporting campaign effectiveness Internal operational teams Location This position is based in Mumbai.

Job SummaryThe Measurement team, a vital component of the GTM & Impact vertical within the Product and Revenue Strategy (PRS) division, is instrumental in facilitating data-driven decision-making for advertisers and internal teams. This team is tasked with the design, execution, and analysis of measurement initiatives that validate the effectiveness of advertising investments across JioStar’s Sports properties.In this pivotal role, you will engage with cross-functional teams to produce comprehensive campaign effectiveness studies, derive actionable insights, and develop compelling narratives that highlight the influence of advertising on brand performance metrics. Your responsibilities will also include translating measurement results into business-relevant stories that enhance advertiser propositions and bolster sales discussions.

WPP Media, part of WPP’s global network, combines media, data, and partnerships to deliver personalized creative solutions at scale. Using the WPP Open platform and Open Intelligence, the company helps clients understand the impact of their media investments with clear, actionable insights. WPP Media’s approach centers on culture and people, shaping experiences for both clients and colleagues. Learn more at wppmedia.com or wpp.com. Role overview The General Manager - Strategy & Consulting will be based in Mumbai. This leadership position focuses on strategy, consulting, and media innovation. The role involves working closely with internal teams and clients to guide strategic direction and support growth initiatives. Aligning with WPP and WPP Media’s values is essential for success here. What matters at WPP Media Be Extraordinary: Lead together and inspire creative transformation.