I consult Independent Studios,film makers,International & Local Content Distributors & Aggregators and manage their Content Acquisitions,Syndications, Licensing & Commercials as well as strategies for opportunities across platforms in the Indian subcontinent for English, Hindi, Marathi & Bengali Films.
Some key achievements here have been Initiating, Structuring & Negotiating Satellite, VOD/OTT, DTH and cable rights for Hollywood Films, Martial Arts Films, Hindi & Marathi catalogue titles with leading broadcasters and OTT players in the region as well as strategising complex licensing deals for the companies/Individuals & distributors i manage.
Prior to this I was associated with Sony PIX, the English Movie Channel of Sony Pictures Network asÂ
Associate Vice President – Programming & Content (Acquisitions & Originals) here i was part of the leadership team that launched this channel in 2006 & was responsible for attainment of business objectives such as developing key partnerships with Content Licensors for Film & Content Acquisition & Initiate,structure, and explore high-impact strategic content partnerships with Hollywood Studios, US & UK based Content aggregators as well as develop partnerships with Local Indian Content Distributors.
Developed clutter breaking content within the movie genre that was innovative and localised - PIX Original Productions :
Gateway to Hollywood - India's 1st TV reality show on film making.
Chicks On Flicks - India's 1st Hollywood Film Review Show.
Pix Short Film Festival - an On-Air initiative to promote budding creative professional to showcase their short films.
With my 17 + years of experience in Satellite & Cable TV platforms in India, I have had the opportunity to be a part of the launch teams for 3 channels: Star Gold (Hindi)& Sony PIX (English) & Channel Guide TV (2002) & managed their Content, Creative Services & Processes & have gained significant experience across the boar
I have been consistently recognized for professionalism,dedication and leadership with core strengths of strong networking, liasoning and interpersonal skills.
For leisure, I involve myself in Wildlife, Cooking gourmet recipes,Cars, Movies, Music,Reading & Playing Golf (amateur level)
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