Ashish Bajaj

CEO

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India17 yrs 9 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • Led Zee Punjabi to No.1 in viewership within 90 days.
  • Achieved 120% traffic growth through storytelling at AjnaLens.
  • Scaled branded content vertical to ₹4 Cr at NDTV.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Marketing Strategist with expertise in Media and Technology sectors.

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Core Skills

Brand ManagementMarketing StrategyDigital MarketingBrand DevelopmentMarketing CommunicationsContent Marketing

Other Skills

Above the LineActivationsAdobe IllustratorAdvertisingArticle WritingB2C MarketingBrand ArchitectureBrand DesignBrandingBranding & IdentityBudget ManagementBusiness DevelopmentBusiness-to-Business (B2B)Business-to-Business AdvertisingCRM

About

“Branding & Marketing Strategist | 16+ Years in Media, Entertainment & Tech | Expertise in Campaign Development & Digital Transformation” I don’t just market brands—I build legacies. With 16+ years across Media, Entertainment, Technology, and DeepTech sectors, I’ve led marketing transformations that turned underdogs into market leaders and category creators. From launching Zee Punjabi and taking it to No.1 in just 3 months, to redefining the brand voice of AjnaLens in the XR-AI space, I operate at the intersection of storytelling, scale, and strategy. My experience spans the full marketing spectrum: product launches, 360° campaigns, brand repositioning, PR, GTM strategies, digital-first initiatives, and revenue-driving branded content. I’ve created high-visibility campaigns for iconic brands like Star, Zee, Hindustan Times, NDTV—and now, I’m shaping the future of immersive tech at AjnaLens. Key Wins: • +120% traffic growth through high-conversion storytelling at AjnaLens • 40% surge in visibility & 25% revenue boost through integrated brand strategies at Zee Punjabi • Broke Mint’s 9-year stagnation with a bold rebrand & record event participation • Scaled regional content into national award-winning IPs at NDTV I specialize in: • Strategic Brand Positioning • 360° Marketing Campaigns (Digital + Traditional) • Category Creation & GTM • PR & Communications Strategy • B2B & B2C Growth Hacking • Marketing-Led Business Turnarounds Open to: • Global leadership roles (VP, Director, CMO) • Fractional CMO / Consulting projects • Brand transformation mandates

Experience

17 yrs 9 mos
Total Experience
2 yrs
Average Tenure
8 mos
Current Experience

Sobha ltd.

Head Brand & Communication

Oct 2025Present · 8 mos · Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India · On-site

Self-employed

Independent Brand & Marketing Consultant

Nov 2024Present · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Advising early-stage and mid-sized businesses in technology, media, healthcare and lifestyle sectors on brand building, market positioning, and GTM strategies.
  • Conducted brand audits and designed 360° campaigns improving engagement and visibility.
  • Upskilled in AI-driven marketing led storytelling to align with the future of experiential marketing.
  • Collaborated with agencies and product teams to craft high-impact narratives and improve ROI from digital spends.
Brand ManagementBranding & IdentityOnline MarketingSocial Media MarketingMarket AnalysisMarketing Strategy

Ajnalens

Head of Brand and Marketing | AjnaLens

Feb 2024Oct 2024 · 8 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

  • Objective: Position AjnaLens as a trusted innovation partner through go-to-market leadership and emotionally intelligent, customer-centric storytelling that drives measurable outcomes.
  • Achievements:
  • Launched and positioned two XR-AI products with integrated go-to-market strategies, combining positioning, digital performance, and thought leadership.
  • Delivered 120% increase in brand engagement through omnichannel campaigns and content.
  • Achieved a 40% improvement in MQL-to-SQL ratio by aligning messaging to buyer journeys and optimizing lead generation campaigns.
  • Defined and monitored KPIs across awareness, engagement, and conversion metrics to evaluate marketing effectiveness.
  • Partnered cross-functionally with product and sales to build CXO-level narratives that reinforced category creation.
  • Employed data-driven decision-making and analytics tools to refine campaign execution and enhance ROI.
Above the LineSocial Media Content CreationData-driven Decision MakingArticle WritingDigital MarketingCampaign Effectiveness+6

Disney star

Brand and Consumer Marketing

Aug 2022Sep 2023 · 1 yr 1 mo · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

  • Objective: Build B2C engagement and viewership across North India using emotionally resonant brand campaigns aligned to business KPIs for Star Bharat.
  • Achievements:
  • Executed regional go-to-market strategies for flagship show launches, achieving 20% increase in viewership.
  • Boosted digital engagement by 30% through data-driven, content-first marketing campaigns.
  • Collaborated with internal teams and external partners to ensure cross-functional alignment and communications clarity.
  • Defined and reported KPIs across media spends, reach, and conversion funnels to optimize campaign effectiveness.
Above the LineSocial Media Content CreationBrand DevelopmentData-driven Decision MakingCommercial MarketingArticle Writing+20

Zee entertainment enterprises limited

Head | Brand & Marketing | Zee Punjabi

Mar 2019Jul 2022 · 3 yrs 4 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

  • Objective: Launch a culturally resonant entertainment brand and achieve market leadership through insight-driven marketing and aggressive lead and revenue generation.
  • Achievements:
  • Led Zee Punjabi to No.1 in viewership within 90 days of launch—secured 35% market share and 25% growth in ad revenues.
  • Devised go-to-market plans for show launches & advertiser co-branded initiatives.
  • Boosted lead generation for branded content and events through targeted campaigns across digital and offline channels.
  • Built omnichannel storytelling that drove emotional engagement while aligning with performance KPIs & brand goals.
  • Leveraged analytics and market insights to optimize content packaging and campaign ROI
Above the LineSocial Media Content CreationBrand DevelopmentData-driven Decision MakingCommercial MarketingRegional Marketing+22

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Director, Marketing, Branding & PR

Jul 2018Oct 2018 · 3 mos · New Delhi Area, India · On-site

  • Objective: Build scalable brand systems to support SaaS adoption and continuous B2B and B2C lead generation.
  • Achievements:
  • Designed GTM strategies for a SaaS platform and online community, targeting both HR professionals and end users.
  • Implemented full-funnel campaigns using content marketing and paid digital, generating consistent inbound leads.
  • Coordinated marketing communications across internal teams, ensuring customer-first messaging and storytelling.
  • Developed analytics dashboards and KPIs for tracking user acquisition, activation, and engagement.
Above the LineSocial Media Content CreationBrand DevelopmentData-driven Decision MakingCommercial MarketingArticle Writing+19

Hindustan times

Senior Marketing Manager

Jul 2015Mar 2018 · 2 yrs 8 mos · New Delhi Area, India · On-site

  • Objective: Reinforce Mint’s premium positioning and reestablish profitability by delivering CXO-focused content and driving B2B lead generation.
  • Achievements:
  • Created “Mint Readers are Leaders” and “Mint or Nothing” campaigns, driving 20% increase in engagement and reactivating dormant audiences.
  • Integrated performance marketing, PR, and content to increase B2B lead generation for events and subscriptions.
  • Defined KPIs for campaign evaluation, conversion, and retention; optimized strategies based on analytics feedback loops.
  • Established Mint’s event vertical as a lead-generating platform for high-value sponsors and corporate clients.
  • Balanced creative storytelling with business impact to deliver consistent ROI and audience loyalty.
Above the LineSocial Media Content CreationBrand DevelopmentData-driven Decision MakingCommercial MarketingArticle Writing+20

Times television network

Associate Account Director

Dec 2013Oct 2014 · 10 mos · New Delhi Area, India

  • Objective: Build branded content IPs and integrated campaigns that drive client engagement, performance marketing results, and revenue across TV and event platforms.
  • Achievements:
  • Designed content partnerships and co-creation models, expanding advertiser participation in programming.
  • Led campaign strategy, sponsorship acquisition, and execution for IP specials and custom shows.
  • Delivered end-to-end branded experiences across ATL, BTL, and digital activations.
  • Improved client retention and campaign renewal rates through effective storytelling and KPI-linked reporting.
  • Supported sales enablement through branded content decks, case studies, and revenue performance tracking.
Above the LineData-driven Decision MakingDigital MarketingBranding & IdentityCommunicationBrand Architecture+3

Ndtv

Regional Manager

Dec 2006Nov 2013 · 6 yrs 11 mos · mumbai, Kolkata Area, India

  • Objective: Develop culturally rooted content experiences that aligned to brand values and delivered strong ROI for advertisers.
  • Achievements:
  • Scaled branded content vertical to ₹4 Cr by creating formats around emotional storytelling and national pride.
  • Developed award-winning IPs (Seven Wonders of India, Warrior Tribes of Nagaland).
  • Crafted integrated content strategies for tourism, IPOs, and BFSI sectors.
Above the LineData-driven Decision MakingRegional MarketingCommunicationInfluencer MarketingContent Marketing+2

Airtel

Marketing cordinator

Jan 2005Jun 2005 · 5 mos · Kolkata, West Bengal, India

CommunicationContent MarketingKey Performance Indicators

Education

international school of Business & Media pune

PGPM — Marketing & Finance

Jan 2005Jan 2007

ST Pauls Darjeeling

ICSE

Jan 1990Jan 1999

St. Paul's School, Darjeeling

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