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NEETA  IYER

NEETA IYER

New Delhi

Summary

Multi-passionate creative professional with a knack for storytelling and love for all things media. 19+ years of cross-functional experience across multimedia programming, content creation, client engagement, teaching and team management. Proven track record in launching successful stations, campaigns and shows. Published best-selling author with Jaico. Recognized for adaptability, strong work ethic and exceptional interpersonal skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Professor of Practice

Rishihood University
01.2025 - Current
  • Teach 16 credits of multidisciplinary courses (Principles of Design, Systems Thinking, Global Grand Challenges, Social Communication and Leadership Colloquium) as part of the Foundation Program.
  • Integrate theory with real-world contexts to foster creative problem-solving, critical thinking and design thinking.
  • Design meaningful assignments and rubrics aligned with course outcomes and real-world applications.
  • Mentor students through one-on-one and group engagement, creating formal and informal spaces for dialogue and doubt clarification.

Creative Consultant

Self Employed
08.2021 - Current
  • Design and execute content strategy across diverse platforms including websites, online education apps, audio OTT platforms, meditation apps and in-store radio stations.
  • Translate consumer insights into impactful, creative copy solutions tailored to varied brand voices.
  • Collaborated with leading brands such as Bada Business, Kuku FM, Seekho, Myra Multimedia, Shadow Puppet Films, Aris Bio Energy, Digital Drushti, Radgo Consulting Pvt. Ltd, Radiowalla, Sochcast and Zoga App.

Director - Brand Media & Production

Institute Of Venture Building
05.2024 - 12.2024
  • Developed and executed comprehensive brand media strategies aligned with organizational goals.
  • Led end-to-end content creation and production, ensuring consistency with brand voice, tone and visual identity.
  • Provided creative direction across brand media initiatives, delivering innovative, engaging and timely content.

Broadcast Journalist

BBC
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Produced daily one-minute audio bulletins for BBC Minute India.
  • Researched and developed potential news and feature stories for timely, high-quality on-air distribution.
  • Scripted and voiced concise, engaging news stories crafted from credible sources.
  • Bulletins distributed on major platforms including Spotify, Audioboom, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Podtail, Hubhopper, RadioPublic etc with over 1 million listens.

Asst. Programming Director

Radio Nasha, HT Media Limited
03.2018 - 07.2021
  • Responsible for the overall Radio Programming at Radio Nasha.
  • Covered station demands by recruiting, scheduling and managing highly qualified on-air talent and support staff.
  • Monitored programming regularly to check content relevance and compliance with station guidelines.
  • Identified potential partnerships with clients. Conceptualized and led the execution of big ticket campaigns and station activities.
  • Content licensing and collaboration with musicians/actors.
  • Led a tie-up with Iskcon, the first ever for a radio station and hosted the early morning show with Amogh Leela Das.
  • Coordination with Marketing team for all promotions, client led activities and tie-ups.

Anchor & Podcaster

HT Healthshots
11.2019 - 11.2020
  • Hosted a weekly sponsored podcast, “TBH with RJ Neeta”, garnering 100,000+ listens across platforms including Spotify, Audioboom, JioSaavn, Podtail, Hubhopper and RadioPublic.
  • Engaged diverse audiences through relatable conversations on health and wellness.
  • Additionally hosted “Wellness Studio” and “Give It a Minute”, creating accessible, impactful content in the wellness space.

Asst. Programming Director

Fever 104 FM, HT Media Limited
06.2016 - 02.2018
  • Responsible for the overall Radio Programming at Fever Bangalore.
  • Adhered to regulatory guidelines and best practices to keep the station relevant and growing.
  • Led massive launches of new shows & jocks on the station.
  • Big ticket campaign conceptualization and execution.
  • Organized extensive coverage of all events and achieved high listenership ratings.
  • Identified potential client partnerships and presented ideas/concepts to key clients.

Author/Radio Faculty

Self Employed
04.2012 - 12.2013
  • Author of English fiction novel Find_Love.com (Jaico, 2013); sold 10,000+ copies and featured at major literary festivals across India.
  • Radio Faculty with Livewires Media.
  • Voiceover Artist for diverse media projects.
  • Scriptwriter with Bol Media; scripted shows for NDTV Good Times including Heavy Petting and Outrageous Food.

RJ/Producer/Client Solutions

Radio One
07.2006 - 03.2012
  • Radio Jockey & Producer – Hosted Delhi’s first double-header breakfast show and prime-time morning/evening shows with high listenership.
  • Conceptualized and executed impactful on-air campaigns.
  • Represented the brand at promotional events to drive advertiser sales.
  • Prospected for leads, met potential clients and delivered successful sales presentations.

Radio Jockey/Producer

Radio Mirchi
03.2005 - 05.2006
  • Recipient of 'Airtel Listener’s Choice Award' and 1st Runner-Up at the 'Airtel Radio Mirchi Smart RJ Hunt' (20,000+ participants).
  • Hosted popular drive-time evening show Bumper to Bumper. Responsible for show storylines, live events, special programs and guest interviews.
  • Delivered traffic, sports and weather updates; researched content to engage listeners and boost ratings.
  • Represented the station at promotional events, driving advertiser sales and audience growth.

Volunteer

WMRCC
05.2022 - 10.2023
  • Conducted online workshops to educate and empower immigrant women in Canada.
  • Educated local community residents about available health and wellness resources.

Education

B.Sc - Hotel Management

National Institute of Hotel Management, Catering & Nutrition
Pusa, New Delhi

MBA - Marketing

Symbiosis University
Pune

Certificate of Higher Education - Advanced Certificate, Digital Marketing and Communication

MICA, The School of Ideas

Certified Personal Development Coach -

Symbiosis Coaching

Skills

  • Verbal & Written Communication
  • Creative Writing & Story Development
  • Teaching & Curriculum Design
  • Multimedia Broadcasting
  • Broadcast Journalism
  • Voiceover Recordings
  • Marketing Communications & Influencer Marketing
  • Leadership & Client Relationship Management

Timeline

Associate Professor of Practice

Rishihood University
01.2025 - Current

Director - Brand Media & Production

Institute Of Venture Building
05.2024 - 12.2024

Broadcast Journalist

BBC
09.2022 - 12.2022

Volunteer

WMRCC
05.2022 - 10.2023

Creative Consultant

Self Employed
08.2021 - Current

Anchor & Podcaster

HT Healthshots
11.2019 - 11.2020

Asst. Programming Director

Radio Nasha, HT Media Limited
03.2018 - 07.2021

Asst. Programming Director

Fever 104 FM, HT Media Limited
06.2016 - 02.2018

Author/Radio Faculty

Self Employed
04.2012 - 12.2013

RJ/Producer/Client Solutions

Radio One
07.2006 - 03.2012

Radio Jockey/Producer

Radio Mirchi
03.2005 - 05.2006

Certified Personal Development Coach -

Symbiosis Coaching

B.Sc - Hotel Management

National Institute of Hotel Management, Catering & Nutrition

MBA - Marketing

Symbiosis University

Certificate of Higher Education - Advanced Certificate, Digital Marketing and Communication

MICA, The School of Ideas
NEETA IYER