Storytelling is not only a hugely enjoyable experience for the audiences it is also a way of inspiring and supporting the growth and development of individuals and communities. Samhita is looking for a storyteller who will craft stories as a tool to support our interactions with clients and use storytelling methods to communicate our social impact.  Who are we :   Samhita Social Ventures believes in doing good better. We provide solutions for companies and foundations to deliver impactful social initiatives, leveraging the strengths of diverse stakeholders in the social sector.  Our core services include :  1. CSR strategy, program design and implementation  2. In-depth sector research and program assessments  3. Building and scaling collaborative platforms  4. Capacity building and funding opportunities for social organizations  Furthermore, we believe that in technology lies the key to significantly augment social change. This philosophy goes  hand in hand with an emphasis on innovation - the foundation stone on which Samhita operates. Since its establishment in 2009 we have worked with many thousands of people, supporting them to find a voice and to shape and share their stories.  The organizations we have worked with include Morgan Stanley, Dr. Reddy- s, Titan, Roche Reckitt Benckiser, ANZ Bank, Johnson & Johnson, Vodafone, Sun Pharma, M&M, BASF, A.P. Moller - Maersk Group, Piramal Group,Arghyam, the U.S. Consulates of Mumbai and Chennai and the Tata Trusts.    Key requirements :  CONTENT :   - In-depth understanding of story fundamentals (effective character, trajectory, hook, authenticity/details and calls-to-action)  - Keen sense of newsworthiness (what makes a story interesting from the audience's perspective)  - Stellar writing skills; understanding of newswriting techniques  - Interviewing skills; how to ask effective questions and develop rapport/trust with story subjects  - Storyboarding experience; understanding the effectiveness and appropriateness of story assets (text, images, audio, video) and how to combine them  - Visual, audio and video content creation experience; a well-developed eye/ear for best practices for each medium  STRATEGIC :   - Deep understanding of an organization's overall programing, fundraising, communications and advocacy objectives  - Ability to incorporate and balance objectives to oversee production of strategic, compelling stories  - Ability to collaborate with internal and external partners to coordinate and oversee the story collection,production and distribution process  - Experience in creating strategic communications plans (from research through measurement/evaluation) and in designing specific content strategies to meet organizational objectives  - Experience crafting editorial calendars and in re-purposing stories across platforms  TECHNICAL :   - Working knowledge of intermediate-advanced level equipment including DSLR camera, video, audio recorder, microphones etc.  - Comfort and experience using editing software (image, audio and video, post production)  - Ability to design and maintain a story bank (using database or other software/hardware solutions)  - Expertise with online platforms: content management systems for web, e-newsletter services, and social media  - Experience using web analytics and social media monitoring/measurement tools  Qualification and Experience  - Bachelor's/Masters with 2-3 years of experience working in the development/corporate sector.  - Proven ability to conceptualize ideas and stories in the social sector  - Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), image and video editing software  - Strong speaking, writing and research skills  Desired competencies :   - Familiarity with the social sector  - Social and Emotional Intelligence - ability to work efficiently and respectfully with teams.  - Ability to work in a multi- disciplinary, start-up environment as part of a closely-knit team  Why should you join us :   - To use your creativity and talent to drive impactful projects in the social sector  - To build your expertise across multiple cause areas (Health, Water, Livelihood, Clean energy etc.)  - To define your own career path in an organization that will offer you multiple entrepreneurial and rapid growth opportunities  - To push yourself to newer challenges, higher achievement levels and greater personal development  Salary Offered : 5-8 LPA

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Samhita Social Ventures - Associate -  Storyteller - Marketing & Communications  

Samhita Social Ventures - Associate -  Storyteller - Marketing & Communications   ,Job Description for Samhita Social Ventures - Associate -  Storyteller - Marketing & Communications   in Samhita Social Ventures in  Mumbai for (2-4) years of experience. Apply Now!

Job Description for Samhita Social Ventures - Associate -  Storyteller - Marketing & Communications   in Samhita Social Ventures in  Mumbai for (2-4) years of experience. Apply Now!