Veena Mahesh

Dynamic Director and Media Professional with over 15 years of experience spanning film, television, and global localization. Proven track record in high-stakes production environments, from directing and associating popular reality TV shows at Mazhavil Manorama to leading dubbing direction for Amazon Prime and Netflix at Sound & Vision Studios, India. Expert in end-to-end creative management, including scripting, casting, and multi-camera production.

Dubbing Director & Associate Director - Sound & Vision Studios, Kochi - Kochi

(2023-12)

• Lead Malayalam localization for premier global distributors.
• Dubbing Director (Amazon Prime/Netflix): Big Girls Don't Cry, The Summer I Turned Pretty (S1-3), Wheel of Time (S3), Nayanthara (Doc), Red One.
• Associate Director: Mirzapur (S3), Rings of Power, My Lady Jane, The Chosen.

Director / Associate Director / Assistant Producer - MMTV

(2011-01 - 2016-12)

• Directing: Spearheaded 40+ episodes of Vanitha and directed multiple episodes of reality shows including D4 Dance (S2) and Ugram Ujwalam (S2).
• Associate Direction: Minute to Win It, Indian Voice, Ugram Ujwalam, and Veruthe Alla Bharya (S3), D4Dance S1&2, Indian Voice S1, S2.
• Special Programming: Directed celebrity chat shows (Mia Mia GP) and holiday specials for Onam, Christmas, and Easter.
• Technical Oversight: Managed PCR operations and served as Assistant Producer for major award finales and live events.

Radio Jockey (Casual Announcer) - All India Radio – FM Rainbow 107.5

(2010-01 - 2011-12)

• Hosted live shows, curated daily content, and managed guest/caller relations to boost listener engagement.

Assistant Director (Freelance) - Film & Ad Production

(2010-01 - 2010-12)

• Ad Film: Assisted Uday Ananthan for Karikineth Silks; managed casting, production, and shot divisions. Worked with Cinematographer P.S. Vinod.
• Short Film: Assisted Syam Dhar; managed script, location scouting, and full-cycle production.

Sound Engineer & Director - Media Candy

(2009-01 - 2010-12)

• Produced IVRS audio deliverables for Airtel and Idea Cellular.
• Composed lyrics and directed music sessions for commercial radio jingles.

MFA - Broadcast Journalism and Video Production - Amrita Vishwavidyapeedon (2009-01)

BA - English Literature - St.Teresas College (2007-01)