Aug 2015 – May 2018 · 2 yrs 9 mos · Mumbai Area, India

• As the Chief Operating Officer of Viacom18 Digital Ventures (a division that drives the consumer facing digital initiatives for the company), I managed the over-the-top video streaming service, VOOT - which in a very short time became one of the frontrunners in the Indian online video space. I was also responsible for the overall digital strategy for the company including licensing and partnerships in this space.
• I represented Viacom18 on several industry forums and platforms including being an elected member of the Governing Council of IAMAI (Internet & Mobile Association of India). I was also a member of BARC’s (Broadcast Audience Research Council, India) technical committee for the soon-to-be-launched digital measurement services.

May 2012 – Jul 2015 · 3 yrs 2 mos · Mumbai Area, India

• As the Group Chief Operating Officer for IndiaCast Media Distribution (a joint venture between TV 18 and Viacom18) my mandate was to monetise all channel & content assets across media, platforms and geographies. My responsibilities included maximising both revenues & reach for content and services from the group across both domestic and overseas markets. I used to oversee the entire domestic distribution of Viacom18 & TV18 channels (as well as several 3rd party services). In addition I was responsible for building out the entire International business for the group (including Ad-sales, Distribution & Content Licensing) and expanding the footprint of the channels/content to 135 countries around the globe. I set-up teams (& offices) in four international hubs - New York, London, Dubai & Singapore (in addition to the India HQ in Mumbai) to manage our International operations and launched over 10 dedicated overseas services targeted towards the Indian Diaspora around the world.
• I represented the group on several industry platforms pertaining to distribution & International Business. I was also an active member of BARC's technical committee for its television measurement service.

Jan 2011 – Apr 2012 · 1 yr 3 mos

Mar 2010 – Jan 2011 · 10 mos

Apr 2007 – Mar 2010 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Oct 2003 – Mar 2007 · 3 yrs 5 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Nov 2000 – Oct 2003 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Jun 1998 – Oct 2000 · 2 yrs 4 mos · New Delhi, Delhi, India