Venkat Pochiraju made NDTV's Regional Head - South (Special Projects)

Pochiraju will report to Gaurav Kumar Dewani, who serves as the revenue head for special projects at NDTV

Venkat Pochiraju has been appointed as the Regional Head – South (Special Projects) at NDTV, effective as of yesterday. He brings with him extensive experience, previously serving as the General Manager and Region Head – South at Times Network.

In his new role, Pochiraju will be responsible for overseeing the sales of new and existing intellectual properties, brand solutions, and media partnerships across news channels and digital platforms at NDTV. He will report to Gaurav Kumar Dewani, who heads revenue for special projects.

Announcing his new position on LinkedIn, Pochiraju expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity. Prior to joining NDTV, he held various roles at Times Network and RED FM. His diverse experience also includes stints at Sony Pictures Network India, 9X Media Pvt. Ltd, and GroupM, among others.

With over 19 years of experience in the media industry, Pochiraju has established himself as a dynamic Sales Leader with a proven track record of driving revenue growth, ensuring client satisfaction, and delivering innovative solutions. His expertise spans advertising sales, media buying, IP sales, branded content, and new business development across diverse genres and markets.