Series Head - Malayalam

About ZEE5

ZEE5 is the OTT platform of the ZEE Network and is the fastest growing OTT platform in India & global markets. With a line-up of top-rated shows of India across 12 languages, ZEE5 provides access to best TV shows and Top Bollywood blockbusters, apart from 100,000+ hours of network content. We are on a mission to create India’s top 2 OTT brand and the next big rise at the content hub in internal markets!!

Position Overview:

The Series Head - Malayalam shall be an integral part of Content Marketing team in leading content creation strategies for ZEE5 original series.

Your Success is our Success:

If you are an exceptional team player who is ready to break down walls and pave the way with a team who are enthusiastic, creative, experiment and learn then this role and can network with production houses, writers and creative people in Media space then this role is for you! Self-starters with a “deploy on day one” mindset are the perfect match for us.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and assess impactful series pitches with strong audience potential.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop shortlisted concepts through all stages.
• Collaborate with senior creators, writers, and showrunners, influencing them to deliver in line with platform requirements while preserving creative integrity.
• Lead projects into production with a focus on timely execution and creative excellence.
• Monitor every stage of development and production to ensure creative quality, adherence to timelines, and alignment with budgetary constraints.
• Maximise production value within allocated budgets without compromising storytelling or delivery standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with top creative talent—writers, directors, producers—and encourage collaborative excellence.
• Source ready or near-complete content through partnerships, including licensing opportunities or developing co-owned IPs with external studios or creators.
• Work closely with internal functions including Marketing, Legal, Finance, and Commercial to ensure smooth development, delivery, and launch of each title.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• 12–18 years of experience in scripted content development and production, ideally in the digital/OTT or broadcast space.
• Strong script assessment and story development skills.
• Proven ability to work with and influence senior creators and production teams.
• Excellent project and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Deep understanding of audience trends and storytelling formats across genres.
• Strong industry network and experience with both original and licensed content models.