Shriram Gupta
Broadcast Operations | Satellite Communication | Teleport | RF Engineering | Media Technology
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Senior Broadcast & Satellite Communication professional with 24+ years of experience in Broadcast Engineering, Teleport Operations, RF Systems, DSNG, Satellite Communication, Live News Broadcasting, and Technical Operations. Experienced in managing large-scale 24×7 broadcast infrastructure, leading cross-functional engineering teams, executing technology migration projects, vendor management, preventive maintenance, and ensuring uninterrupted television transmission across national news networks. Recognized for strong technical leadership, problem-solving ability, operational excellence, and successful execution of mission-critical broadcast projects.
Experience
General Manager – Operations & Technology - Network18 Media & Investments Ltd. - Noida
(2004-12 - 2026-07)
- Led Broadcast Operations and Satellite Communication infrastructure for multiple television channels.
- Managed Teleport operations and nationwide technical support.
- Coordinated engineering teams supporting DSNG operations across India.
- Managed live transmission, satellite uplinking, and feed operations.
- Planned preventive maintenance for broadcast and RF equipment.
- Coordinated with satellite operators, vendors, and service providers.
- Managed technical procurement, AMC/CAMC contracts, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Supported major national events, elections, Parliament sessions, and other high-profile live broadcasts.
- Ensured maximum system availability through effective monitoring and fault resolution.
- Successfully led migration of broadcast services to modern compression and transmission platforms.
- Played a key role in commissioning and upgrading broadcast infrastructure.
- Managed nationwide technical operations with high service reliability.
- Led technical teams during large-scale live events and mission-critical broadcasts.
OB Engineer - Zee News - Mumbai
(2004-07 - 2004-12)
- Operated and maintained DSNG Vans.
- Managed satellite uplink operations.
- Supported live outdoor news coverage.
- Performed RF troubleshooting and field engineering.
Broadcast Engineer - ETV Uttar Pradesh - Lucknow
(2001-11 - 2004-07)
- Managed PCR and MCR operations.
- Installed and maintained studio broadcast systems.
- Supported V-SAT systems and DSNG integration.
- Performed maintenance of broadcast equipment and contribution links.
Education
Diploma - Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering - Government Polytechnic, Rampur
Higher Secondary - UP Board
High School - UP Board
