Founding Associate

PLAI

📍 Maynila, Metro Manila, Philippines

Full-time Other-General Posted March 03, 2026

Job Description

PLAI is an early-stage, AI-powered creative startup working at the intersection of events, media production, and emerging technology. We're building AI-driven experiences, creative content, and experimental formats that blend culture, tech, and storytelling.
We're looking for a Founding Associate (Employee #1) to work directly with the founder, helping turn ideas into execution. This is not an admin role—you'll be exposed to strategy, operations, events, media, and real decision-making in a fast-moving startup environment.
What you'll do:
Founder Support & Execution
Translate ideas, notes, and voice messages into action plans, decks, and clear next steps
Follow through to make sure things actually get done
Events & On-Ground Support
Help plan and execute events and activations
Coordinate with suppliers, venues, creatives, and production teams
Be on-site when needed and solve problems in real time
Media & Content Operations
Assist with shoots, content pr...