India
At VML, being Human First is our guiding creative philosophy. We believe the most powerful ideas — the ones that truly move people and businesses forward — are born from a deep and empathetic understanding of human needs, desires, and motivations. Our Human First approach means we create value for people first, knowing that this is the most authentic and sustainable way to create value for the brands we serve.
We bring this human-centric creative philosophy to life by seamlessly connecting Brand Experience, Customer Experience, and Commerce. This means we consider every interaction a person has with a brand, crafting a single, unified journey that is both emotionally resonant and flawlessly executed. By blending the heart of an award-winning creative agency with the strategic power of a technology consultancy, we offer our partners something truly unique: holistic solutions that build brand love while delivering tangible business results.
This connected vision is powered by our 26,000 talented people across more than 50 markets. They are the soul of our company. Their varied perspectives, local expertise, and cultural insights are not just a competitive advantage but essential to understanding a complex world and creating work that resonates. Our culture is built on the belief that connecting these viewpoints is the most powerful driver of creativity and innovation.
Our foundation is built on an unmatched creative legacy, combining over 300 years of expertise from iconic agencies like J. Walter Thompson, Y&R, Wunderman, and VML. This heritage gives us a deep well of creative excellence and a pioneering spirit of technological innovation from which to draw.
This commitment to connection extends beyond our client work and into our communities. We’re proud to make a positive impact through initiatives like the VML Foundation, which has contributed over $3.2 million to charitable causes.
Ultimately, VML is a partner in brand and business transformation. We bring creative vision and technical depth together, proving that when you connect every part of the brand experience around a human truth, you create brands that don’t just grow — they thrive.
Hear from Babita, CEO for India
"I am absolutely thrilled to bring back the Catalyst Academy to VML India. The stellar experience will help create new perspectives, inspiration and connections"
-Babita Baruah, CEO India
What's On Offer?
The Catalyst Academy, is an eighteen-month, fully paid, rotational program. During this period, you will work in and learn from four different departments and help to create meaningful experiences for consumers and customers in an all-inclusive work environment. During this eighteen-month period, you will have the opportunity to complete the fully paid for IPA Global Certification. This certification is made up of self-learning modules as well as a final exam.
Please apply if you have the legal right to work in India (this is a fully on-site job in our office in Gurgaon). The program participants are not offered accommodation or local travel arrangements/allowances (we do not require previous work industry experience or knowledge)
Make the future a reality! Through the 18 months program, you will rotate across 4 departments:
- Accounts Management
- Strategy
- Creative
- Digital
Have a read of what these department entails below. Apply by January 30, 2026 to start in April 2026!
Discover the departments
Client Servicing department is responsible for the management, planning and operationalization of all client creative work. The department is the point of contact between the client and the creative team, allowing the creatives to be focusing on their creative work and the client service people to ensure a smooth project management of all work who needs to be done in the agency.
3 skills candidates should have:
Project Management & Organisation
Communication & Collaboration
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
3 things you will learn:
End-to-End Campaign Management
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Client Relationship & Business Development
Notable clients:
Vivo, Dell
3 skills candidates should have:
Analytical & Research Skills
Strategic Thinking & Problem-Solving
Communication & Collaboration
3 skills you will learn:
Strategic Planning & Brand Development
Design Thinking & Customer Experience
Data-Driven Marketing & Touchpoint Planning
Notable clients:
Coca-Cola, Indigo
3 skills candidates should have:
Integrated Ideation & Collaboration
High attention to detail
Being adaptable and versatile
3 skills you will learn:
End-to-end campaign development
Creative operations & feedback loops
Applied AI in the creative process
Notable clients:
Ford, Lakme
Digital strategists are responsible for developing comprehensive digital strategies aligned with client goals. They conduct market research, competitive analysis, and audience segmentation to identify opportunities and define strategic approaches for digital campaigns. They also oversee the implementation of strategies, monitor performance metrics, and make data-driven recommendations for optimization.
3 skills candidates should have:
Creative and innovative
High attention to detail
Being adaptable and versatile
3 skills you will learn:
Performance measurement & dashboards
Digital technical knowledge
Emerging digital trends & innovation
Notable clients:
Hero MotoCorp
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