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Wavemaker

Associate Vice President, Strategy

Location: Bangalore, India · Category: Marketing & Growth · Seniority: VP · Posted: September 21, 2026 · Verified: Nov 2, 2026

Role Overview & Description

This Associate Vice President of Strategy crafts digital narratives for brands on scaled digital platforms, leading to successful brand outcomes. The role involves building India-centric cultural and audience understanding, leading strategic conversations with senior clients, and identifying growth levers. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of account planning and media agency experience, with a strong understanding of digital marketing principles including OTTs, Video, Social, and KOLs.
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