VARUN KALRA
Executive Producer | Marketing Consultant
New Delhi,India
Summary
Innovative Producer with 15+ years of experience in all aspects of video production. Skilled creator, storyteller and business operations manager with demonstrated ability to take an idea from concept to delivery to produce entertaining and inspiring pieces. Collaborative in working closely with strategic and creative teams to develop and produce quality video content. Expertise in preproduction logistics, planning, production and asset management. Excellent communicator, problem solver and detail-oriented manager proficient in business operations and customer needs.
Overview
8
8
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder | Executive Producer
Utopians
, NEW DELHI
09.2019 - Current
- Leading day-to-day operations for production company specializing in creating videos for webcasting, commercials and special events.
- Developing ideas, producing and pitching vast types of projects for various media and platforms.
- Servicing and coordinating with clients to define project specifications, creative vision, scope, budget and delivery schedules.
Marketing Consultant, Hewlett Packard
Omnicom Media Pvt. Ltd.
, NEW DELHI
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies by analyzing key data and consumer demographics, steadying revenue during the pandemic.
- Planned and executed events and marketing programs within budgetary parameters, producing 2X increase in qualified leads.
- Managed full-cycle marketing and advertising strategies including estimating costs, managing resource allocation and adjusting production schedules as well as agency management.
Associate VP- Content & Strategy
CS Direkt Pvt. Ltd
, NEW DELHI
10.2018 - 09.2019
- Led the development of high-impact creative projects from concept to completion, including trailers and promotional content for campaigns to meet client needs and vision.
- Evaluated existing plans and processes, revamped content strategies and its execution processes to accomplish client and agency objectives by identifying opportunities for improvement.
VP & National Head- Events
BW Businessworld
, NEW DELHI
04.2018 - 08.2018
- Directed event projects at all stages, including conceptual planning, sponsorships, schedule management and final implementation.
- Established, initiated and optimized business development strategies based on company targets, client specifications, market competition and budget factors.
Head- Events & Programming, NDTV
NDTV Ltd.
NEW, DELHI
01.2014 - 03.2018
- Supervised execution of creative and innovative programming formats across news, features and advertorial content.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
- Encouraged cross-selling of additional products and services through relationship-building and acquired understanding of customer business needs.
- Liaised with customers, management and internal teams to recommend and deliver appropriate solutions.
Senior Producer, NDTV
NDTV Ltd
, NEW DELHI
11.2011 - 01.2014
- Supervised production team during news broadcasts and delivered effective directions to keep teams focused and responsive.
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas and segments.
- Improved company operations and profitability by applying new technologies and fostering evolution of production standards through problem solving and innovation.
Supervising Producer, ETNow
Times Global Broadcasting Co. Ltd.
, MUMBAI
10.2008 - 09.2011
- Supervised breaking news coverage and determined priority for stories within each broadcast.
- Supervised production team workers to identify problems and provide effective solutions to maintain team productivity.
- Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through all stages to completion.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
Producer, NDTV Profit
NDTV Ltd.
, NEW DELHI
01.2005 - 10.2008
- Directed live broadcasts, awards, events and recordings aimed for broadcast for news and non news programming.
- Managed news production with organized mindset, presenting cohesive sequences to audiences for segments and special broadcasts.
- Hands on experience of live online video editing, sound mixing and studio camera operations as well as outdoor broadcasts.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration - Marketing & CRM
Symbiosis College of Distance Learning
Pune 07.2010 - 06.2013
Masters in Mass Communcation -
Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology
Hisar 07.2005 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication -
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
07.2001 - 06.2004
Skills
Film & Television Production
undefinedTimeline
Marketing Consultant, Hewlett Packard
Omnicom Media Pvt. Ltd.
06.2020 - 01.2021
Co-Founder | Executive Producer
Utopians
09.2019 - Current
Associate VP- Content & Strategy
CS Direkt Pvt. Ltd
10.2018 - 09.2019
VP & National Head- Events
BW Businessworld
04.2018 - 08.2018
Head- Events & Programming, NDTV
NDTV Ltd.
01.2014 - 03.2018
Senior Producer, NDTV
NDTV Ltd
11.2011 - 01.2014
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration - Marketing & CRM
Symbiosis College of Distance Learning
07.2010 - 06.2013
Supervising Producer, ETNow
Times Global Broadcasting Co. Ltd.
10.2008 - 09.2011
Masters in Mass Communcation -
Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology
07.2005 - 06.2007
Producer, NDTV Profit
NDTV Ltd.
01.2005 - 10.2008
Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication -
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
07.2001 - 06.2004
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