vidhanshu kumar

About

Media Professional and Media Academic, interested in research. Over 20 years' experience in media with global leaders like ESPN, BBC, Star Sports, Sports Illustrated, Sahara Samay, Asian Age etc. Academic experience at institutions like IIMC, Amity University, Bennett University etc. Industry experience across platforms like print, TV, radio and digital.

Experience

• Faculty and In charge-Studio Operations · Bennett University2019-08-01 –

  In my role as a senior Faculty and In charge-Studio Operations at Bennett University in Delhi NCR, I led the design of curriculum, managed the TV Studio, and taught broadcast journalism and production to undergraduate and postgraduate students. I also taught Media and Sports Industry course for the MBA program. Additionally, I developed a pilot course on AI in video production and authored a best-selling biography of Virat Kohli, highlighting my expertise in the sports industry and media.

• Broadcast EP - IPL and ICC World Cup · ESPN-Cricinfo2019-02-01 – 2019-07-01

  In my role as a Broadcast EP at ESPN-Cricinfo, I led the production of Live and Recorded shows for IPL 2019 and ICC WC, working closely with cricket icons to deliver high-quality content that engaged viewers worldwide.

• Assistant Professor · Amity University2013-06-01 – 2019-02-01

  In my role as Assistant Professor at Amity University in Delhi NCR, I managed the TV news studio, set up the Community Radio Station, and mentored students in Media Management and broadcast related courses. I also collaborated on research publications with Bournemouth University, UK on significant events like India elections 2014 and Nepal Earthquake of 2015.

• Multimedia Producer and Journalist · British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)2011-10-01 – 2013-04-01

  Covered News Stories, breaking news stories, Interviewed personalities including state-heads, sports stars, business tycoons etc; News broadcaster for BBC Radio, Managed News website for BBC Hindi, shift in-charge

• Executive Producer, Sports · Inx Media Private Limited ( News X Channel)2008-03-01 – 2009-06-01

  In my role as the Executive Producer of Sports at Inx Media Private Limited, I led a dynamic team of 20+ individuals stationed across India to produce engaging shows on various sports events, including the Olympics and IPL. I was responsible for overseeing the sports desk operations and implementing strategies to enhance our sports coverage and viewer engagement. Through collaboration with stakeholders, we successfully delivered high-quality content to our audience.

• Sports Correspondent · ESPN2006-09-01 – 2008-03-01

  As a Sports Correspondent at ESPN, I reported for the iconic show SportsCenter and covered the world cup cricket in the Caribbean. My dedication and passion for sports journalism led to being awarded for superlative performance as a south asia correspondent for ESPN.

Education

• Gautam Buddha UniversityDoctor of Philosophy - PhD, Mass Communication/Media Studies
• Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology (GJUST), HisarMaster's degree, Mass Communication/Media Studies
• Indian Institute of Mass Communication, DelhiPG Diploma in Journalism (English), Mass Communication/Media Studies
• Delhi UniversityBachelor's degree, English, Psychology

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