Summary
AWARDS
Work History
Education
Skills
PROFILE
Timeline
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YAMUNA. SM

CREATIVE HEAD
15C Noel Arcadia Papali Road Padamugal Kakkanad Kochi
YAMUNA. SM

Summary

I am a results-driven creative professional with 18 years of experience in ideation, conceptualization, and execution of varied creative content. With exceptional leadership abilities, I have a proven record of effectively managing teams, budgets, and devising engaging strategies for target audiences. My extensive experience includes creating cutting-edge television non-fiction and fiction content, advertising, and marketing campaigns, delivering improved brand visibility and revenue growth. Notably, I have won the prestigious Kerala State Television Awards for Best Director and Best Show, as well as various other awards for my outstanding direction skills.

AWARDS

 

- Kerala State Television Special Jury Mention Award for "Best Entertainment Tv Show" in 2017

- Kerala State Television Special Jury Award for "Best Director" in 2012

- Indywood Media Excellence Award for Popular Show Director in 2017

- Asiavision Awards for the Popular Show in 2016

- Vayalar Awards for the Best Director in 2016

- Adoor Bhasi Foundation Awards for the Best Director in 2015

- Minnale Awards for the Best Director in 2014.

Work History

SUN NETWORK LIMITED
KOCHI

Creative Head
07.2021 - Current

Job overview

- Led successful completion of 500 captivating episodes as Creative Head of Sundari Fiction.

- Successfully served as Project Head of Nattumidukki (Ground Reality Show) for both season 01 and 02, achieving unprecedented success.

- Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills as Project Head of high-profile shows and events, including Onamamamangam in 2021 and 2022, Vishukaineettam, and SIIMA Awards in 2021 and 2022.

FLOWERS CHANNEL
kochi

CREATIVE CONSULTANT
10.2020 - 05.2021

Job overview

- Launched four fictions, including both prime time and non-prime time shows as the Head of Fiction.

- Successfully directed a family reality show titled "Engane Oru Bharyayum Bharathavum".

THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
KOCHI

SENIOR MANAGER
06.2019 - 09.2020

Job overview


Expertise in conceptualizing and ideation of fiction, reality and non-reality content

- Managing and coordinating non-fiction teams and production houses

- Successfully launched significant projects such as Kudumbavilakku and Mounaragam

- Awarded Asianet Film Award 2020 and Asianet Television Award 2019

- Directed and executed the Onam Special Show with Mohanlal Ittymaaniyum Sundarikuttyolum

- Proficient in budgeting, scripting, post-production and direction of content.

STAR SUVARNA, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
BANGALORE

NON, HEAD (Senior Manager)
03.2018 - 06.2019

Job overview

Successfully led and managed the non-fiction team at Star Suvarna, overseeing the conceptualization and ideation of reality, non-reality, and fiction content.

- Provided effective coordination and direction for the team and production houses while overseeing the budgeting and execution of content.

- Utilized a wide range of skills, including conducting scripting, post-production, and directing content, to produce 110 episodes of the popular daily cookery show, Paakashala.

- Demonstrated strong organizational skills while managing content and sales integration for Kannada Kotyatipathi, a well-known quiz show.

- Spearheaded the creation and successful execution of the Ganeshotsav Comedy Star Event, a special event on behalf of Ganesha Festival.

- Skillfully launched Aramanaikili Fiction 2 and organized the Mahanadi Event, showcasing a talent for conceptualizing and executing reality, non-reality, and fiction content for television.

- Exhibited an extensive range of skills, including budgeting, production, scripting, post-production, and direction, while handling various shows with great success.

MAZHAVIL MANORAMA,MMTV LIMITED
KOCHI

Senior Producer
01.2011 - 02.2018

Job overview

As an experienced director, I have successfully helmed the production of over 400 episodes of Dfordance, seasons 01, 02, and 03. My exceptional leadership skills were showcased in Dfordance Junior vs Senior, a project involving talent of all ages. These efforts were recognized by the Kerala State Award.

I am also the brainchild behind the celebrity interview series Kathaithuvare, which won me the Kerala State Award for Best Director with a Special Jury Mention. My repertoire comprises other popular shows such as the celebrity game show Onnum Onnum Moonum and the family reality show Veruthe Alla Bharya (Season 02).

I am not just a director, but a versatile writer and director who conceptualized and directed the telefilm HandofGod. My creativity and range of skills make me an invaluable asset in the entertainment industry.

amrita television
trivandrum

Producer
04.2006 - 01.2011

asianet and Doordarshan
trivandrum

Assistant Producer
04.2005 - 03.2006

Job overview

Assistant Producer, Asianet Television (April 2005-March 2006) - Assisted in conceptualizing and ideating Reality, Non-reality, and Fiction content for television. - Managed budgeting, production, scripting, post-production, and direction for various shows. Other Professional Experience: - Directed a documentary on primary health care for the health department, Kerala, in association with C-DIT, Thiruvananthapuram. - Worked as a presenter on "Spandanam " for Doordarsan, Thiruvananthapuram, covering current affairs

Education

Institute of Journalism

Diploma from Electronic Journalism
01.2004 - 04.2005

Kerala University

B.A. from English
01.1997 - 04.2000

Skills

Strong leadership skills with proficient budgeting and management skills - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Strong attention to detail, highly creative, and adaptable to new technologies and requirements

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PROFILE

 

Gender: Female

Date of Birth: 31-05-1979

Marital Status: Divorced

Children: One daughter

Timeline

Creative Head

SUN NETWORK LIMITED
07.2021 - Current

CREATIVE CONSULTANT

FLOWERS CHANNEL
10.2020 - 05.2021

SENIOR MANAGER

THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
06.2019 - 09.2020

NON, HEAD (Senior Manager)

STAR SUVARNA, THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
03.2018 - 06.2019

Senior Producer

MAZHAVIL MANORAMA,MMTV LIMITED
01.2011 - 02.2018

Producer

amrita television
04.2006 - 01.2011

Assistant Producer

asianet and Doordarshan
04.2005 - 03.2006

Institute of Journalism

Diploma from Electronic Journalism
01.2004 - 04.2005

Kerala University

B.A. from English
01.1997 - 04.2000
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