Capital Strategy Advisor for AI Consumer Startup (Fundraising & Structure)

We are looking for an experienced capital advisor to help us determine the optimal fundraising strategy for a fast-growing AI consumer startup. (startup URL in attached file)

Our company operates in the personalized media / entertainment space, with a fully functional product, early traction, and a clear path to scale.

We are not looking for generic advice — we are seeking someone who has real experience advising or participating in venture rounds.

Scope:

Advise on how much capital to raise (based on current traction and goals)

Recommend the appropriate structure (equity vs SAFE vs alternative approaches)

Help define stage positioning (pre-seed vs seed vs hybrid)

Provide insight into investor expectations and benchmarks

Outline a clear fundraising strategy and roadmap

Optional: support with investor targeting and narrative refinement

We are specifically looking for someone who:

Has advised startups on fundraising or is a former VC / operator

Has experience with consumer, AI, or subscription-based businesses

Thinks strategically (not just financially)

Can challenge assumptions and provide honest guidance

Nice to have:

Experience with companies in the $0–$1M ARR stage

Familiarity with direct-to-consumer or media platforms

Experience structuring early-stage rounds

Engagement:

Initial advisory engagement (a few sessions)

Potential for ongoing advisory role depending on fit

When applying, please include:

Relevant companies you’ve advised or invested in

A brief view on how you would approach determining raise size and strategy