Siddharth Saraswat
Mumbai
Summary
I am a Director and Creative Leader with 9+ years of experience shaping some of India’s biggest reality shows, branded content campaigns, and OTT originals. My passion is in turning raw ideas into impactful stories that resonate with audiences—whether that’s through high-stakes reality television, cinematic brand narratives, or innovative OTT formats. Skilled in multi-camera directing, programming strategy, contestant storytelling, and branded content integration, I bring together creativity and executional precision to deliver content that entertains, inspires, and engages. I thrive on leading diverse teams, collaborating with talent, and balancing creative vision with production realities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Feature Director
Zee5
08.2025 - Current
- Directed flagship entrepreneurial reality series for Zee5.
- Oversaw feature episodes, story arcs, and cinematic execution.
- Focused on founder storytelling and high-impact pitch narratives.
Second Unit Director
Apollo Tyres
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Directed performance & integration shots for a global campaign.
- Managed multi-camera execution with international talent.
- Delivered crisp branded storytelling with sports-commercial appeal.
Director
Jio Hotstar
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Directed the first season spotlighting India’s most iconic brands.
- Crafted heritage-driven narratives blending legacy and modern entrepreneurship.
- Delivered brand-led storytelling with aspirational cinematic visuals.
Reality Director
Discovery India, Original Productions
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Spearheaded creative direction and contestant narratives.
- Led task ideation and execution across episodes.
- Ensured format consistency while enhancing viewer engagement.
Reality Director
Sony TV & Sony LIV
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Directed reality sequences, contestant arcs, and narrative progression.
- Balanced storytelling tension, culinary challenges, and episodic flow.
- Coordinated closely with chefs, talent, and multi-camera production teams.
Senior Reality Producer
Endemol Shine
01.2014 - 12.2015
Feature Director
Sony NXT Studios
01.2014 - 12.2015
Reality Head
Sol Productions
01.2014 - 12.2015
Story Director
Discovery
01.2014 - 12.2015
Story Director
History TV18
01.2014 - 12.2015
Reality Producer
01.2014 - 12.2015
Director
PK Films
01.2014 - 12.2015
Education
B.A. - Mass Media (Advertising)
Mumbai University
MumbaiSkills
- Direction & Creative Leadership
- Reality Formats
- Branded Content
- Ad Films
- OTT Originals
- Programming & Storytelling
- Task Ideation
- Script Development
- Contestant Narratives
- Production Expertise
- Multi-Camera Execution
- Floor Direction
- Talent Direction
- Creative Supervision
- Post-Production
- Edit Oversight
- Visual Narrative Design
Personal Information
Title: Director | Reality Programming Specialist | Creative Storyteller | Branded Content & OTT Originals
Selected Earlier Credits
- Senior Reality Producer – Fear Factor S14 & S13 (Endemol Shine)
- Feature Director – Kaun Banega Crorepati S11–13 (Sony NXT Studios)
- Reality Head – Young Genius S02 (Sol Productions)
- Story Director – Bharat Ke Mahaveer (Discovery)
- Story Director – OMG! Ye Mera India (History TV18)
- Reality Producer – Indian Idol, Dance Deewane, India’s Best Dancer
- Director – Culture Anthem (Music Video, PK Films)
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Proficient
C2
Telugu
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Feature Director
Zee5
08.2025 - Current
Director
Jio Hotstar
07.2025 - 07.2025
Reality Director
Discovery India, Original Productions
03.2025 - 06.2025
Second Unit Director
Apollo Tyres
01.2025 - 12.2025
Reality Director
Sony TV & Sony LIV
07.2024 - 02.2025
Senior Reality Producer
Endemol Shine
01.2014 - 12.2015
Feature Director
Sony NXT Studios
01.2014 - 12.2015
Reality Head
Sol Productions
01.2014 - 12.2015
Story Director
Discovery
01.2014 - 12.2015
Story Director
History TV18
01.2014 - 12.2015
Reality Producer
01.2014 - 12.2015
Director
PK Films
01.2014 - 12.2015
B.A. - Mass Media (Advertising)
Mumbai University