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Gunjan Cameron Ram

New York,NY

Summary

Strategic business development and partnerships executive with 15+ years of experience driving commercial growth, strategic alliances, and high-value partnership negotiations across music streaming, OTT, digital media, and entertainment technology platforms. Proven success building and scaling relationships with global brands, agencies, advertisers, and media partners across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and APAC markets. Deep expertise in digital audio, streaming ecosystems, sponsorship monetization, and cross-functional deal execution, with a strong track record of leading first-to-market partnership initiatives in rapidly evolving industries. Recognized for influencing executive stakeholders, navigating complex negotiations, and driving scalable growth strategies in high-growth media and technology environments.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

VP, Brand Marketing & Strategic Alliances

ZEE5 Global
03.2021 - Current

Lead integrated marketing, strategic partnerships, monetization, and audience growth initiatives across North America, Canada, and Mexico for a leading global OTT streaming platform.

Key Achievements

  • Own P&L management for the U.S. and Canada business, driving revenue growth while improving operational efficiency and profitability.
  • Expanded ZEE5’s international digital footprint through scalable distribution and content partnerships. Increased lead generation and paid subscription growth through data-driven audience acquisition strategies
  • Positioned ZEE5 as a premium OTT entertainment platform in North America through integrated marketing and branded content initiatives.

Leadership & Impact

  • Develop and execute multi-channel marketing campaigns across Digital, Social, PR, Events, and Content marketing.
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration across marketing, content, production, and operations teams to deliver strategic campaigns. Manage CRM reporting, forecasting, campaign analytics, and performance optimization using HubSpot and Copper.
  • Spearheaded monetization and distribution strategies for 100+ hours of off-network content across emerging digital territories.
  • Deliver executive reporting and strategic performance insights to senior leadership.
  • Build and maintain relationships with media buyers, agencies, advertisers, and distribution partners.

VP, Digital Market Activation & Brand Partnerships

JioSaavn
05.2017 - 11.2020

Highly relevant experience across music streaming, digital audio monetization, and strategic music-industry ecosystem partnerships aligned with AI-powered music platforms.

Directed global brand partnerships, sponsorship revenue, and digital advertising initiatives across the U.S., Canada, UK, Australia, and UAE for a leading music and audio streaming platform.

Key Achievements

  • Contributed to 78% business growth between 2019–2020 through strategic partnerships, up-selling initiatives, and podcast/audio sponsorship programs.
  • Scaled JioSaavn’s international streaming footprint through integrated sponsorship and audience engagement strategies.
  • Selected as the only female member of JioSaavn’s Global Sales & Marketing Leadership Board.

Leadership & Impact

  • Led end-to-end partnership development, commercial negotiations, and advertising sales strategy for premium audio, podcast, and branded content solutions across global streaming markets.
  • Managed senior-level relationships with agencies, advertisers, platform partners, and brand-direct clients to develop customized strategic partnership programs.
  • Built and maintained a high-volume strategic partnership pipeline while consistently exceeding revenue and growth targets.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with content, production, operations, and leadership teams to execute integrated partnership initiatives and scalable monetization strategies.
  • Developed audience insight strategies and KPI reporting to optimize engagement, traffic, and downloads.
  • Supported digital advertising innovation and premium content monetization initiatives.
  • Led sponsorship partnerships with brands including Western Union, increasing advertiser engagement and sponsorship revenue.

Director, Brand Solutions

Saavn
11.2013 - 04.2017

Led client partnership strategies and revenue growth initiatives across the U.S. and Canada markets for a digital music streaming platform.

Key Achievements

  • Secured high-value strategic partnerships with Samsung, AT&T, Bose, Nokia, and Emirates.
  • Improved forecasting accuracy and revenue planning through data-driven reporting and analytics.

Leadership & Impact

  • Developed custom advertising and sponsorship solutions for agencies and advertisers.
  • Partnered with brands to create audience-first campaigns across digital and streaming platforms.
  • Utilized analytics and market insights to improve budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
  • Supported business development through strategic prospecting and relationship management.

Regional Marketing Manager (East Coast)

CNBC
07.2007 - 05.2013

Led B2B marketing initiatives and integrated sponsorship campaigns across on-air, digital, and experiential media platforms.

Leadership & Impact

  • Developed cross-platform brand integration opportunities for advertisers and sponsors.
  • Conducted market research and audience analysis using syndicated media tools and ratings data.
  • Managed regional marketing strategies and evaluated ROI across campaigns and partnerships.
  • Collaborated with national and regional teams to execute revenue-generating marketing programs.

Senior Marketing Manager

Bennett & Coleman Entertainment Network
08.2004 - 06.2007

Supported integrated marketing strategy, market research, and campaign execution for entertainment and media properties.

Leadership & Impact

  • Conducted market and consumer research to identify emerging business opportunities.
  • Supported development and execution of integrated marketing campaigns.
  • Analyzed campaign performance, sales metrics, and competitive positioning.

Education

Master of Arts - Journalism & Mass Communication

S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR)

Bachelor of Arts - Ancient History

University of Delhi

Skills

  • Salesforce
  • HubSpot
  • Copper CRM
  • CRM Reporting & Analytics
  • Digital Advertising Platforms
  • Audience Insights & Campaign Analytics

INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

  • Board Director — Asian American Advertising Federation
  • Published Article: “Brand Equity – Digital Audio Streaming Consumers”
  • Speaker & Industry Contributor — All About Music Conference

INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS

  • Samsung
  • AT&T
  • Bose
  • Nokia
  • Emirates
  • Western Union

Linkedin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunjancameron/

Timeline

VP, Brand Marketing & Strategic Alliances

ZEE5 Global
03.2021 - Current

VP, Digital Market Activation & Brand Partnerships

JioSaavn
05.2017 - 11.2020

Director, Brand Solutions

Saavn
11.2013 - 04.2017

Regional Marketing Manager (East Coast)

CNBC
07.2007 - 05.2013

Senior Marketing Manager

Bennett & Coleman Entertainment Network
08.2004 - 06.2007

Master of Arts - Journalism & Mass Communication

S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR)

Bachelor of Arts - Ancient History

University of Delhi
Gunjan Cameron Ram