Vinay Patil
Belagavi
Summary
- Experienced professional in operations management and cross-functional collaboration, specializing in driving content syndication success across global markets. With strong project management and strategic planning skills, I aim to enhance operational efficiency and deliver exceptional partner satisfaction.
- Over 12 years of experience in media operations, content syndication, localization, and media asset management with leading organizations, including ZEE Entertainment, The Walt Disney Company, and Prime Focus Technologies.
- Proven expertise in managing end-to-end content syndication projects across global markets, including dubbing, subtitling, compliance, and post-production.
- Skilled in designing and implementing media asset management systems, leveraging AI tools to optimize workflows, improve resource allocation, and enhance operational efficiency.
- Experienced in cross-functional collaboration with legal, finance, technology, and external vendors to streamline content delivery and meet project objectives.
- Expertise in managing large-scale digitization projects, including the successful preservation and encoding of legacy content libraries for future-proof delivery.
- Skilled in creating and implementing SOPs, automating workflows, and improving process efficiency to meet tight deadlines and ensure stakeholder satisfaction.
- Extensive experience in Hollywood and regional content launches, managing marketing assets, localization, and regulatory compliance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance (Full Time)
Squarebrain Studios
01.2024 - Current
- Spearheaded the end-to-end planning and execution of a high-profile live music concert featuring Emiway Bantai, achieving successful sponsorship acquisition from top-tier brands such as Marriott Hotels and Mercedes-Benz
- Designed and developed an in-house ticketing platform, streamlining ticket sales for local events and enhancing user experience
- Produced engaging and audience-specific digital content for YouTube, driving platform growth and brand engagement
- Collaborated with ZEE Music Company to manage bulk format conversion of traditional wide-screen content into vertical video formats (reels), enhancing audience reach and engagement
- Leveraged Generative AI tools to innovate video production, animation, graphic design, and dubbing processes, significantly improving creativity and operational efficiency
- Demonstrated strong project management skills by delivering high-impact events and media projects within timeframes and budgets, while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
Co - Founder
Euro Farms
01.2024 - Current
- Earned certification in Poultry Business Management from the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Maharashtra, strengthening skills in poultry farming operations, business management, and sustainable agriculture practices
- Established and managed an organic, free-range chicken egg farm, implementing sustainable and ethical farming practices to meet the increasing demand for organic produce and align with industry standards for sustainability and animal welfare
- Oversaw supply chain management, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality organic eggs
- Utilized data-driven decision-making and advanced farm management software to optimize operations, enhance productivity, and reduce costs
Senior Manager, Syndication Operations
ZEE Entertainment Enterprise Limited
04.2017 - 01.2024
- Led end-to-end pre and post-sales operations for international content syndication across APAC, Americas, and Europe, ensuring seamless execution and client satisfaction
- Managed dubbing, subtitling, and post-production vendors, streamlining workflows to adhere to global quality standards and contractual compliance
- Oversaw content delivery timelines, ensuring high-quality output while meeting client requirements and operational deadlines
- Collaborated with legal, finance, and technology teams to optimize content delivery processes and ensure compliance with contractual obligations
- Coordinated with external vendors for dubbing, subtitling, and other post-production services, ensuring consistency in quality and delivery standards
- Conducted financial analysis and reporting for the syndication business unit, providing insights to drive strategic decisions and improve profitability
- Performed market research and analysis to identify emerging content consumption trends, discovering new opportunities for growth and audience engagement
- Partnered with the anti-piracy team to safeguard content rights, address intellectual property issues, and resolve disputes effectively
- Designed and implemented operational workflows, policies, and procedures, aligning with organizational objectives to enhance efficiency and scalability
- Achieved cost reduction by optimizing resource allocation, refining processes, and ensuring sustainable project management practices
Business Development & Media Operations - Manager
Mosquitoes Entertainment Private Limited
04.2016 - 04.2017
- Designed and implemented content launch strategies to identify and penetrate new markets, building robust partnerships to maximize reach and impact
- Directed end-to-end content creation and delivery processes, coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet stringent deadlines while ensuring exceptional quality standards
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders, including marketing, production, and distribution teams, to optimize workflows and enhance operational efficiency
- Spearheaded the recruitment, onboarding, and development of high-performing teams, fostering a culture of innovation and productivity to achieve organizational goals
- Implemented workflow automation tools and streamlined processes, reducing inefficiencies and driving scalability in content operations
Media Operations Executive
The Walt Disney Company
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Managed and supervised content workflows from ingestion to distribution, ensuring strict adherence to project timelines, stakeholder expectations, and quality benchmarks
- Collaborated on process improvement initiatives, leveraging Media ERP systems to streamline asset management, optimize content delivery, and enhance operational efficiency
- Coordinated the localization and delivery of high-profile Hollywood film launches, including marketing assets, content migration, and global distribution, showcasing exceptional project management and organizational skills
- Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and compliance in media asset workflows, improving searchability and accessibility of content libraries
- Automated workflow processes to eliminate inefficiencies and accelerate turnaround times for content delivery
- Selected by Disney leadership to join the elite Disney Strategic Foresight Global Team
- As a Disney Futurist, I developed future scenarios and identified major market trends, driving Disney's global success and innovation
- This experience significantly enhanced my skills in anticipation, strategic planning, trend analysis, and creative problem-solving
- Successfully digitized two decades of tape-based content into high-quality digital assets within record time and with 100% accuracy
Assistant Manager
Prime Focus Technologies
05.2012 - 08.2015
- Led digitization and localization projects for STAR Sports and Hotstar, ensuring efficient and timely content delivery
- Designed and implemented Media Asset Management (MAM) systems, integrating AI tools to optimize workflows and improve operational efficiency
- Coordinated with global teams to manage content workflows, ensuring alignment with deadlines and quality standards
- Identified and resolved workflow bottlenecks, implementing process improvements to enhance productivity and accelerate timelines
- Successfully accomplished the bulk digitization of STAR TV's 20+ year legacy library, encoding content into future-proof formats for seamless delivery
- Managed and mentored a team of 20 executives with diverse skill sets, driving project success and achieving operational goals
- Developed and operationalized customized MAM platforms to streamline workflows and automate repetitive tasks, enhancing content management
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving issues, ensuring high service quality
- Led a large-scale YouTube content operations transformation for Star TV, resulting in the successful migration of their entire legacy library (over 3200 episodes) within a month
- This project involved packaging and uploading approximately 2000 hours of content monthly with zero errors, achieving 100% accuracy and exceeding client expectations
- Awarded for demonstrating strong leadership and delivering significant value to Star TV through this critical digital transformation initiative
- Successfully digitized two decades of tape-based content into high-quality digital assets within record time and with 100% accuracy
Production Executive
Vistaas Digital Media (Shemaroo Entertainment)
01.2010 - 05.2012
- Supervised end-to-end localization like dubbing, subtitling, and media asset management
- Planned and implemented content for DTH, internet, and mobile platforms
- Led production of 200+ projects of devotional documentaries and animations
- Developed and controlled budgets for shoots, music, and overall production
- Managed content authentication and coordinated with regulatory bodies (CBFC, IMPPA)
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Marketing Management
L.N. Welingkar Institute of Management & Research
09.2017
Skills
- Media Operations Management
- Content Syndication
- Localization and Post-Production
- Media Asset Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Market Research and Analysis
- Workflow Optimization
- Financial Analysis and Budgeting
- AI-Driven Dubbing
- ERP systems
Languages
English
Hindi
Kannada
Marathi
Timeline
Freelance (Full Time)
Squarebrain Studios
01.2024 - Current
Co - Founder
Euro Farms
01.2024 - Current
Senior Manager, Syndication Operations
ZEE Entertainment Enterprise Limited
04.2017 - 01.2024
Business Development & Media Operations - Manager
Mosquitoes Entertainment Private Limited
04.2016 - 04.2017
Media Operations Executive
The Walt Disney Company
08.2015 - 08.2016
Assistant Manager
Prime Focus Technologies
05.2012 - 08.2015
Production Executive
Vistaas Digital Media (Shemaroo Entertainment)
01.2010 - 05.2012
Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Marketing Management
L.N. Welingkar Institute of Management & Research
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/03/91
- Nationality: Indian
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