Uttam Pal Singh

CEO

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India21 yrs 6 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Over 20 years in kids content and animation.
Spearheaded multiple successful original IP launches.
Recognized jury member for international awards.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in Kids Media & Entertainment with a focus on content strategy and IP development.

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Skills

Core Skills

Content StrategyKids ContentCreative DirectionOriginal ProductionAnimation

Other Skills

BusinessTelevisionTeam ManagementDigital MediaVideo ProductionContent DevelopmentStoryboardingCharacter AnimationConcept DevelopmentComputer AnimationExecutive ProducerFilmTraditional AnimationMotion GraphicsTelefeature Production

About

Dynamic creative leader with over 20 years of experience in the kids content, animation, media & entertainment industry. Expert in storytelling, IP creation, content strategy, intuitive understanding of what captivates kids and business innovation. Known for building award-winning shows, pioneering new genres, introducing new formats, rebooting laggard Networks, driving multi-platform engagement and revenue.

Experience

Warner bros. discovery

Head, Kids Network Cluster, South Asia (Cartoon Network, POGO, Discovery Kids, CN Rewind)

Jul 2022 – Aug 2025 · 3 yrs 1 mo · India

As head of the Kids Network cluster and key member of South Asia leadership team at Warner Bros. Discovery – South Asia, I played a pivotal role in transforming content strategies, launching blockbuster IPs, scaling viewership, managing budgets and drive revenue.
Key Achievements:
Spearheaded the launch of multiple successful original IPs tailored for Indian audiences - Little Singham, Chhota Bheem + Little Singham Crossover, Fukrey Boyzzz, Jai Jagannath, Roll No 21 and many more.
Scaling Network Ratings and Engagement with research led High impact Content strategies
Pioneered innovative formats ex. Bollywood-adapted-for-Kids genre
Built strategic partnerships across studios in India and APAC region.
Drove multi-platform growth: launched 'CN Rewind' with Amazon Prime, developed popular games (Ben 10, Little Singham), expanded Kids vertical on Discovery+, enabled YouTube growth.
Delivered over 2,000+ episodes, 15+ Original shows under the “Made in India” content mandate.
Served as 'International Emmy' Awards Jury Member (2019), Japan Prize Jury member (2021) – recognising global storytelling excellence.

Content StrategyKids ContentBusinessTelevisionCreative DirectionTeam Management

Discovery communications

Head, Discovery Kids

Jan 2017 – Aug 2025 · 8 yrs 7 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Masala popcorn

Founder, Director

Aug 2015 – Dec 2016 · 1 yr 4 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Original Content Development, Design and Production

Turner broadcasting system

Creative Director & Executive Producer, Original Production & Development, Cartoon Network & POGO

Jan 2011 – Apr 2015 · 4 yrs 3 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Set the creative vision for the Networks, collaborating with top industry talent to build successful franchises. Provided hands-on feedback across all stages—from concept to final delivery—while ensuring timely, cost-effective execution. Led 'CN's International Shorts Program in India,' identifying top creators and developing 'Lamput' series — global hit series and Emmy-nominated show.

Creative DirectionOriginal ProductionAnimation