Neeraj Rao

Creative professional with a strong interest in marketing, branding, and production. Passionate about crafting compelling stories, innovative campaigns, and engaging content that resonate with audiences. Combines creative vision with strategic thinking to create impactful experiences that drive engagement and growth.

AFFILIATE MARKETING ASSOCIATE - JOURNEYMAN PRODUCTIONS

(2024-04 - 2024-10)

• Executed affiliate marketing workflows for "Ekam the Series", driving reach through influencer partnerships
• Managed client relationships and executed cold calls to secure potential distribution partners.
• Participated in meetings with social media influencers to enhance understanding of new experimental internet film distribution.
• Received mentorship from industry professionals Aaron Mac Ajith, Sandeep PS, and Sankar Gangadharan.

FIRST ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - PARAMVAH PICTURES

(2022-04 - 2022-06)

• Served as 1st Assistant Director to Sumanth Bhat for the feature film "MITHYA."
• Oversaw the department operations, ensuring creative and logistical requirements were met.
• Gained hands-on experience and valuable knowledge of filmmaking procedures and set management.

MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - National Institute of technology, Surathkal (2024-08)

B.A JOURNALISM - Mahatma Gandhi Memorial College, Udupi (2020-09 - 2023-08)