Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Leadership Roles
Media competency
Revenue Verticals
Media Connect
Accomplishments
Preferred locations
Hobbies
Timeline
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DEVRAJ TIWARI

DEVRAJ TIWARI

Accomplished enterprise sales leader with 17 years of proven success in surpassing sales targets.
Noida/Gurgaon

Summary

With 17 years of expertise in enterprise ad sales, I excel in Digital, Print, TV, and OTT platforms. My career is dedicated to crafting impactful advertising strategies, addressing unique challenges, and seizing opportunities across diverse media landscapes. I specialize in maximizing ad revenue and delivering results-driven solutions from Traditional Media to Digital Adtech.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Divisional Head – Ad Sales National - Watcho -OTT

DishTv Infra Service
12.2023 - Current
  • Developed Watcho OTT for Ad Sales: Transitioned from SVOD to AVOD, enhancing revenue streams.
  • Integrated Content and Brands: Seamlessly embedded brands within popular web series.
  • Enabled Programmatic Ad Platforms: Implemented advanced programmatic advertising in OTT.
  • Harmonized Linear TV and OTT: Created synchronized ad spaces across both platforms.
  • Expanded PAN India Presence: Built markets and developing high-performing teams nationwide.
  • Innovative Ad Formats: Managed ad spots including Powered By, Aston, Landing Channel, and Boot Up Ads.
  • Optimized Ad Targeting: Assisted clients in forming AVOD and SVOD strategies, optimizing ad targeting based on user experience.
  • Collaborated with Content Creators: Facilitated seamless ad integration with content creators.
  • Promoted DTH and OTT: Provided tailored solutions to agencies and clients.
  • Empaneled OTT with Key Entities: Secured partnerships with DAVP, CBC, Tourism, State Governments, Media Agencies, and LCS clients.

Senior Client Partner – Ad Sales - National

JIO Ads Platform Ltd
04.2022 - 11.2023
  • Boosted Revenue in Mobile App and CTV: Led revenue initiatives for mobile apps and connected TV.
  • Managed High-Value Accounts: Oversaw accounts with budgets over ₹50 crore.
  • Secured IPL Sponsorships: Sold sponsorships for IPL and live cricket series.
  • Executed Geo-Targeted Campaigns on JioTV: Delivered targeted ads on JioTV for mobile and CTV.
  • Empaneled with Major Entities: Partnered with top media agencies, state governments, DIPR, IPRD, and DAVP.
  • Defined Ad Spots for Live Streaming: Strategically allocated ad spots on CTV and mobile.
  • Implemented Geo-Targeted Campaigns: Executed precise ads on connected TV and mobile apps.

Regional Head – Ad Sales – Non Metro & Government Vertical

Times Internet Ltd
01.2020 - 04.2022
  • Drove Advertising Sales Revenue: Spearheaded initiatives to maximize ad sales revenue.
  • Led Diverse Ad Campaigns: Directed teams in executing political and commercial ad campaigns.
  • Secured Exclusive Deals: Successfully negotiated and executed multiple high-value exclusive deals.
  • Hosted Virtual Events: Organized online events, expos, and virtual fairs on TOI.com and ET.com.
  • Promoted Major Events Digitally: Specialized in promoting special events, state government projects, and central ministry mega events on digital platforms.

Head Sales –National

DB Digital
06.2018 - 06.2019
  • Expanded Operations Nationwide: As Sales Head, grew operations from 4 to 50 cities in one year, leading a team of over 20 executives.
  • Targeted New Customers: Identified and engaged new customers, defined churn ratios, and provided comprehensive offline and online solutions.
  • Executed Property Expos: Successfully organized both online and offline property expos, driving significant engagement.
  • Managed Pricing and CPL Models: Oversaw pricing packages and cost-per-lead models to optimize revenue.
  • Expert in Lead Management: Demonstrated expertise in lead generation and management, enhancing sales efficiency.
  • Optimized Call Center Operations: Managed a 30-seat call center, implementing strategies to improve churn ratios.
  • Renewed Broker Packages: Effectively managed real estate brokers and channel partners, successfully renewing their packages at increased rates.

Regional Manager – North – Ad sales

Network 18 Pvt Ltd
04.2017 - 05.2018
  • Generated TV Ad Sales Revenue: Managed ad sales across 10 states.
  • Engaged with State Entities: Worked with state governments, PSUs, tourism boards, and co-operative bodies.
  • Produced Diverse Content: Created special episodes, vignettes, commercials, advertorials, FCTs, brand content, and live events.
  • Maintained Key Accounts: Regularly contacted key accounts, achieving high satisfaction by reassessing needs and resolving conflicts.
  • Secured Sponsorships: Obtained sponsorships for multiple awards functions and the IOTY event.
  • Managed Live Interviews: Coordinated and managed live interviews with top politicians.
  • Led National Campaigns: Executed exclusive campaigns at the national level.

Branch Vertical Head

The Times Of India Group - BCCL
01.2007 - 04.2017

Campus Recruited by Times Group: Joined as Senior Officer, quickly making an impact.

Drove Ad Sales Revenue: Successfully generated significant ad sales for Times Response.

Led Regional Revenue Growth: Directed a team to boost revenue in the MP & CG markets.

Established Strong Regional Connections: Built excellent relationships in Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Raipur, Bilaspur, and Jabalpur.

Executed High-Profile Expos: Organized successful Property, Education, and Appointment Expos.

Maintained Excellent PR: Fostered strong public relations with clients and agencies.

Key Contributor to TOI Launches: Played a pivotal role in launching The Times of India editions in Bhopal, Indore, and Raipur on 11.11.2011.

Built Strong Government Relations: Developed robust PR with government officials across multiple departments in MP & CG.

Education

MBA - Marketing And CRM

Amity Business School
Noida, India
07.2005 - 05.2007

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Electrical Engg

S.A.T.I .Vidisha (GEC)
01.2001 - 2005.01

M.Phil. - MassComm&Journalism

The Global open University
Nagaland
01.2008 - 2009.01

Digital Marketing Certificate - Fundamentals of Digital marketing

Google

Dale Carnegie - Execute Excellent Presentation Skills

Selling Skills and 360 degree media optimization - undefined

Digital vidhya

12th - PCM

St. Thomas Convent School
Bhopal

Skills

    Enterprise Ad sales

    OTT Ad Sales - Video / Static / CTV

    Digital Ad Sales

    Live Matches / Sports – Ad Sales

    Web /App – Video / Sponsorships / Roadblocks

    Television Ad - Focus content / Sponsorships

    Print Ad - Feature / Sponsorships

    Programmatic Ads - Direct / Agencies

    Performance campaigns / Lead Generation

    Brand / Content Integration - OTT / Digital / TV

    Geo Targeted Campaigns - OTT / Digital / TV

    Empanelment - DAVP / State Govt / Tourism

    Target Setting/ Weekly / Monthly Review

    Advance Excel / Powerpoint

    Team Building - Region / State / City

    Integration of Google Ad Manager Account / Google Ad Sense

Leadership Roles

  • Divisional Head – Ad Sales
  • National Head – Government Vertical
  • Head Sales – Real Estate - Online portal
  • Non Metro head
  • Regional head
  • Sr. Client Partner – LCS ( 50 to100 Cr)

Media competency

  • OTT – Ad Sales, Sponsorships, Branded Content, Awards
  • CTV – Ad Sales
  • Linear TV – Ad Sales, Sponsorships, Events, Awards
  • Sports – Ad Sales, Live Match Sponsorships
  • Web/App – Ad Sales, Innovation, Sponsorships, Events, Awards
  • Print – Ad Sales, Impact Features, Sponsorships, Events, Awards

Revenue Verticals

Government: Innovative multi-platform campaigns spanning Print, TV, Digital, OTT, Live Sports.

Real Estate: Holistic media strategies leveraging Print, TV, Digital , OTT.

Tourism: Vibrant advertising across Print, TV, Digital, OTT, Live Sports.

Automobile: Seamless media integration on Print, TV, Digital ,OTT.

BFSI: Focused digital engagement through Web, App, OTT.

Cement, Paints & Steel Industry: Expansive media reach via TV, Web, App, OTT, Live Sports.

Online Gaming: Captivating audiences through TV, App, OTT, Live Sports.

Political: Strategic multi-channel communication across Print, TV, Web, App,  OTT.


Media Connect

  • Elite 100 Clients with Media Budgets Exceeding ₹100 Crore
  • Comprehensive Database of 1000 Clients Across India
  • Premier Media Agencies in Both Metro and Non-Metro Areas
  • Specialized Programmatic Campaign Agencies
  • Political Campaign Advertising for National and Regional Parties

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Statewide Recognition: Awarded gold medal and ranked 1st in state Talent Exam.
  • Received an honor from Governor of Madhya Pradesh for attaining first rank in the state.
  • Triumphed as the Response Idol in the Times of India Group.
  • Awarded the Chairman's Award by BCCL for outstanding performance.
  • Spearheaded a successful online property expo across four major cities
  • Acknowledged for securing high-profile sponsorships for IPL and live cricket series.

Preferred locations

  • Noida / Gurgaon/ New Delhi
  • Bhopal / Indore

Hobbies

Photography and Long Driving

Timeline

Divisional Head – Ad Sales National - Watcho -OTT

DishTv Infra Service
12.2023 - Current

Senior Client Partner – Ad Sales - National

JIO Ads Platform Ltd
04.2022 - 11.2023

Regional Head – Ad Sales – Non Metro & Government Vertical

Times Internet Ltd
01.2020 - 04.2022

Head Sales –National

DB Digital
06.2018 - 06.2019

Regional Manager – North – Ad sales

Network 18 Pvt Ltd
04.2017 - 05.2018

M.Phil. - MassComm&Journalism

The Global open University
01.2008 - 2009.01

Branch Vertical Head

The Times Of India Group - BCCL
01.2007 - 04.2017

MBA - Marketing And CRM

Amity Business School
07.2005 - 05.2007

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Electrical Engg

S.A.T.I .Vidisha (GEC)
01.2001 - 2005.01

Digital Marketing Certificate - Fundamentals of Digital marketing

Google

Dale Carnegie - Execute Excellent Presentation Skills

Selling Skills and 360 degree media optimization - undefined

Digital vidhya

12th - PCM

St. Thomas Convent School
DEVRAJ TIWARIAccomplished enterprise sales leader with 17 years of proven success in surpassing sales targets.