We are hiring!
All positions are Full-Time and based in Kochi.
Date of announcement: Jan 17, 2026
About ARPO & Our Work Culture:
Though a non-profit, ARPO operates with the energy and agility of a startup. We seek passionate individuals who are ready to put in the hard work, take ownership, and dedicate themselves to making a significant, tangible impact across our research and creative initiatives.
Visit here to know about ARPO and our core values.
Below listed are the current vacancies we have:
Cultural Storyteller
The Earthlore Project by ARPO is building an archive of indigenous knowledge, ritual, art, and story. We are looking for someone who can connect with people, listen deeply, and translate lived experiences into powerful stories in video and audio.
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Work with tribal communities across Western Ghats (two communities every year)
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Make short and long-form documentary films on culture, craft, and tradition
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Conduct in-depth research and oral history interviews
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Collaborate with community members to co-shape how their stories are told
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Contribute to ARPO's growing open archive of tribal cultural knowledge
This role is part of the Earthlore project and ARPO's wider cultural documentation work across the Western Ghats and beyond.
What we are looking for
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2+ years experience: Hands-on experience in video production or documentary filmmaking
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Malayalam fluency: Must be able to communicate in Malayalam; essential for community work in Kerala
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Fieldwork readiness: Comfortable with extended stays in remote and rural community settings
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Research & listening skills: Ability to conduct oral history interviews and document with care and rigour
This role is part of the Earthlore project and ARPO's wider cultural documentation work across the Western Ghats and beyond.