Kaushik Chandrasekar
Global Digital Strategist | Business Development | ESports Excellence
Summary
Innovative & globally experienced with 7 years in media, IT and business development. Leveraging a versatile skill set and 2 decades of international exposure, I excel in crafting and executing digital strategies driving growth, engagement and exceptional results. My 5-year expertise in corporate communications connects with diverse global audiences while respecting cultural nuances. Strong project management, cross-functional team coordination and a passion for problem-solving define my approach.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
9
9
Languages
Work History
Global Consultant
Self-Employed
Remote
01.2021 - Current
- Consulted 3 production houses, 5 film productions, and 4 show production crews, surpassing turnover targets in 3 projects, generating profits exceeding US$40,000 each
- Fostering collaborations, I drove growth in audio, eSports (DOTA 2 & Valorant), and film/show productions
- Leveraged expertise to ensure successful project outcomes
- Ensured exceptional visual and auditory quality using camera, lighting, and audio skills
- Consulted for Sisu Production (Canada) and Chennai Public Relations (India), optimizing server farm operations where I have achieved the following: Automated tasks, categorized data, and implemented AWS solutions for efficient media production workflows | Digitized business operations for Chennai Public Relations, enabling remote access to patient data via Microsoft Azure | Collaborated with stakeholders to design, implement, and streamline media data architectures | Implemented cloud technologies (AWS) for automation, data categorization, and real-time reporting | Utilized cloud & database technologies (Azure, AWS), media platform reporting tools (GA360, Datorama), and programming languages (Python) for comprehensive project analysis, ensuring successful outcomes.
Digital Marketing Specialist
Pure Living Properties
Marbella
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed 7 client projects, ensuring seamless execution within set timelines and budgets
- Efficiently coordinated post-production processes, consistently delivering high-quality visual and auditory content twice per week
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, consistently exceeding client expectations
- Employed digital marketing techniques, resulting in a monthly Return on Ad Spending (ROAS) of over EUR 200,000 on average.
- Monitored and evaluated website analytics to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
Business Development Manager
ARM Healthcare
Gurgaon Rural Haryana
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Implemented efficient customer-oriented systems, achieving short-term goals and 40%+ customer retainership
- Improved company image through supply chain measures and digitalization, increasing patients by 29% on average and CPI by 27%
- Reinforced internal audit systems and leveraged market demand for enhanced EBIT
- Digitized healthcare operations, allowing seamless upload and access to patient data for medical professionals and patients utilizing Microsoft Azure to establish a secure and efficient digital infrastructure
- Managed marketing campaigns utilizing GA360 and Meta platforms, leading to improved customer engagement and retention.
Technical Lead Manager
SHOW MASTERS PRODUCTION LOGISTICS, INC
Orlando
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed multimillion-dollar projects costing up to US$60 million, effectively coordinating cross-functional teams of 50+
- Established clear communication channels, from project kick-offs to stakeholder meetings
- Led a team of experts, including audio, video, graphics, and creativity professionals
- Implemented risk management, critical thinking, and problem resolution strategies
- Expertly assembled and disassembled camera, lighting, and audio for setting up and breaking down equipment.
Creative Head
Blackout Productions, Inc
Orlando
04.2018 - 12.2019
- Developed innovative concepts, efficiently coordinating execution across teams of 30+
- Forged 2 partnerships with production crews and networked with 40+ industry players
- Created cost-effective solutions, optimizing output through technology by at least 30%
- Elevated visual and auditory content quality using camera, lighting, and audio proficiency.
Unit Production Manager - Herringstown Short Film
Full Sail University
Orlando
04.2017 - 03.2018
- Implemented scheduled maintenance, retooling production status sheets and driving tasks to achieve scheduling effectiveness.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Executing daily schedule of planning at shop floor & workload adjustments, if any
- Coordination with all production departments & other stakeholders
- Regular interaction with various teams, project manager & postproduction units to deliver on time
- Development of various ideas & innovation on floor
Education
Master of Science - International Business
Marbella International University Centre
Marbella, Andalucia, Spain 02.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Film/Cinema/Video Studies
Full Sail University
Orlando, United States Of America 07.2014 - 08.2017
Skills
Analysis & Evaluation
Audio Gear: Sennheiser, Neewer, Zoom, Rode
Camera Operation: Arri, Blackmagic, Canon, Sony
Google Workspace
Social Networking
Strategic Planning
Team Leadership & Development
User support
Enterprise Network Hardware / Software
Marketing Analytics
Project Management
AdTech Ecosystem: ATD, SSP, DSP, DMP, CDP
Data Reporting
Post-Production: Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Avid Media Composer
Programming Languages: Python, HTML, CSS, Java, Javascript
Server Management
Certification
Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
Timeline
Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
06-2023
Amazon Web Services Cloud Practitioner
06-2023
Digital Marketing Specialist
Pure Living Properties
11.2022 - 06.2023
Master of Science - International Business
Marbella International University Centre
02.2022 - 06.2023
Global Consultant
Self-Employed
01.2021 - Current
Business Development Manager
ARM Healthcare
01.2021 - 01.2022
Technical Lead Manager
SHOW MASTERS PRODUCTION LOGISTICS, INC
01.2019 - 03.2020
Creative Head
Blackout Productions, Inc
04.2018 - 12.2019
Unit Production Manager - Herringstown Short Film
Full Sail University
04.2017 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Film/Cinema/Video Studies
Full Sail University
07.2014 - 08.2017