Star TV NetworkSenior Vice President
Jan. 2018 - Jul. 2019Mumbai Area, IndiaWith Star India Pvt Ltd (Star TV), I championed in delivering mission-critical results with the vision, determination, and skills to make high-stakes decisions that have won robust revenue earnings for the company. I was reassured with repeated recognition for top performance through fast-track promotions from an executive level to senior vice president and selection for high-priority initiatives. I held leadership roles spearheading the launching of multiple channels in Standard and High Definition, including the rebranding of the existing bouquet and served as a change agent for process improvements and cross-functional communication within various departments for implementing broadcast networks and managing promotional campaigning. I managed broadcast programming and advertising with proficiency in dealing with media buyers and network personnel ensuring a steady flow of broadcast programming through focused streamlining communications efforts. I was leading a team of 60 members managing Traffic (sales) & Presentation (promotions) operations, providing coaching to new members of the team and setting the development standards for 30 channels including international beams. Key projects executed:
• Sports BMS migration from Pilat IBMS to Operative OnAir
•. System integration layers to support unidirectional or bidirectional data sync, with the digital platform “HotStar”.
• Developed an automated promotional / marketing optimization modules and grids (Grid Pro) resulting in enhanced targeted viewership. Handled various migration projects such as Migrating Maa TV operations into the Star TV, Star Sports ESPN Migration, NDTV Migration by providing a complete roadmap for Transmission requirements, setting up the Traffic & Presentation, managing LIVE streaming and assisting in ad-hoc programming/technical changes.