Darpan Sah: Creative Leadership & AI Innovation

A dedicated creative professional with 10+ years of experience developing narratives for digital platforms and media houses in India.

AI Expertise & Daily Tools

AI Content Creation (Audio)

Mastering Suno for creating original compositions and Eleven Labs for producing human-like voiceovers with emotional nuance. Using Envato and YouTube Library for BGMs.

Listen Originals

AI Content Creation (Video)

Expertly utilizing Hailuo AI, Veo2, Sora, Envato and Google Cloud Vertex to generate photorealistic footage and sophisticated animations.

AI Presentation

Harnessing Gamma and Prezi to craft immersive, data-driven presentations that transform complex concepts into compelling narratives.

AI Research

Strategically deploying Google NotebookLM, Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Grok, Perplexity, Claude, Deepseek for the content/text/script/pre production part.

AI Video Production Workflow

1

Concept Generation

Using Gemini and ChatGPT, Deepseek to research topics and generate creative concepts. Google NotebookLM to synthesise insights from vast information sources with exceptional accuracy. Perplexity, Grok to find the citations and verification.

2

Script & Visual Creation

Employing Napkin AI, Gamma to transform text into visual content and storyboards.

3

Media Production

Leveraging Google's Veo 2, Hailuo AI, Envato for video generation, Graphics and Suno/Eleven Labs for audio.

4

Final Assembly

Utilizing Canva for graphics and Jasper for final packaging for distribution.

Professional Experience

1

Chief Video Producer

Careers360 (October 2024 – Present)

  • Leading video strategy for platform covering 40K+ colleges
  • Implementing AI-driven workflows for efficiency
  • Achieved 1M+, 2M+ and 3M+ organic monthly views respectively. First time within 10+ years of YT channel History.
2

Head Of Operations - YouTube

The Lallantop (July 2023 – October 2024)

  • Led 50+ creative team members
  • Achieved 200M+ monthly views. Also the highest views within 8+ years of YT channel History.
3

Vice President - YouTube

Josh Talks (March 2022 – June 2023)

  • Managed 9 regional language channels
  • Boosted viewership by 40%
  • Achieved highest monthly views for all the 10+ channels.

AI Integration in Media Production

Transforming Traditional Workflows

As Chief Video Producer at Careers360, implementing cutting-edge AI tools to revolutionise content creation.

  • Reduced production time by 60% for several in depth videos
  • Enhanced creative output quality
  • Enabled personalised content at scale

Leadership Impact at The Lallantop

200M+

Monthly Views

Achieved unprecedented viewership through optimized content strategy.

50+

Team Members

Led diverse creative professionals including producers, writers, and hosts.

30M+

Subscribers

Contributed to channel growth through innovative programming.

Award-Winning Productions

1

ENBA Gold Award

"Ek Naya Paisa" - Creative Concept & Production

Created this groundbreaking series on cryptocurrency that made complex financial concepts accessible.

2

ENBA Gold Award

"Kharcha Pani" - Content & Financial Bulletin Innovation

Developed this innovative financial news format that resonated with viewers.

3

ENBA Gold Award

"Arthat" - Hosted Financial Talk Show

Created this engaging discussion format that simplified complex economic topics.

Innovative Show Development (New IPs)

Umeed Ki Baat

In this mini series we talked about the positive stories around, in-spite Covid-19 second wave in India. (In the most creative storytelling formats, like merging Quantam Physics, Philosophical concepts into each episode.)

Tarikh

Popular history series developed exploring fascinating historical events.

POTUS

In-depth coverage produced of American elections and politics.

Teen Hindustan

The Harsh Truth About Education documentary traveling across Delhi from Gazipur to posh colonies, revealing heartbreaking and eye-opening insights about education lower, middle, and upper-class families.

Financial Content

Making Complex Topics Accessible

Creating engaging financial content that simplifies complex concepts for viewers.

Science & Technology Content

Technology Demystified

Breaking down complex technologies like aircraft black boxes and their crucial role in aviation safety.

Environmental Awareness

Educating viewers about plastic consumption safety and sustainable practices through investigative reporting.

Chemistry & Toxicology

Exploring fascinating scientific phenomena like cyanide's properties while maintaining educational value.

Mathematical Wonders

Illuminating mathematical concepts like the Golden Ratio and Fibonacci Series across disciplines from architecture to biology.

On-Camera Experience

Branded Content Campaigns

Strategic Planning

Developing brand integration strategy aligned with client objectives.

Creative Execution

Crafting compelling narratives that seamlessly incorporate brand messaging.

Audience Engagement

Delivering content that resonates with viewers while meeting brand goals.

Successfully delivered impactful campaigns for major brands including Ultra Tech, ITC, Asian Paints, Coin Switch Kuber, Dabur, American Pistachio, Bank of Maharashtra, and Indian Oil.

Leadership at Josh Talks

9 Regional Languages

Managed YouTube channels across diverse Indian languages.

40% Viewership Growth

Achieved this through tailored content strategies.

25+ Team Members

Led multicultural teams across multiple locations.

Social Impact Focus

Created content on financial literacy and gender equality.

Event Management

Josh Marathon for India@75

Spearheaded this special initiative celebrating 75 years of Indian independence through diverse regional storytelling formats and cultural expressions.

Cross-Cultural Impact

Created content infrastructure reaching millions across language barriers, democratising access to inspirational stories from every corner of India.

Lallantop Adda

  • Purpose: Lallantop Adda serves as a platform for discussions, artistic expressions, and engaging conversations with prominent personalities.
  • Format: The festival typically includes poetry readings, musical performances, theatrical acts, and thought-provoking discussions.
  • Participants: Notable figures from various fields, including cinema, literature, and social media, are invited to participate.
  • Location: The event is often held at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi.
  • Audience: The festival attracts a wide audience interested in Hindi literature, cinema, and digital media.

Creative Skills Portfolio

My Creative Leadership

  • Excelling in Creative Direction
  • Developing Content Strategy
  • Specializing in Campaign Conceptualization
  • Crafting Brand Storytelling

My Team Management

  • Providing Leadership & Mentorship
  • Fostering Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Implementing Process Optimization
  • Focusing on Talent Development

My Digital Expertise

  • YouTube Ecosystem Mastery
  • Creating Social Media Strategy
  • Managing Video Production
  • Leveraging AI-Powered Content Creation

My Educational Background

Professional Certificate

Digital Transformation certification from IIT Guwahati & Accredian (Feb 2025)

MBA

MBA from Welingkar Institute of Management, Mumbai

BSc - Physics, Chemistry, Maths

Bachelor's degree from Kumaun University

Digital Transformation Certification - IIT Guwahati

Program Structure

  • Digital Strategy: Data-driven decision making and strategic planning
  • Digital Business Models: New revenue streams and value creation
  • Digital Technology: Cloud computing and AI/ML integration

Advanced Modules

  • DT Frameworks: Enterprise architecture and transformation methodologies
  • Digital Leadership: Change management and organizational transformation
  • Implementation: Digital customer experience and practical application

Poetry Performance & Recognition

Live Performance

Performed at YQ-Lucknow Open Mic event, reciting 'Dilli' and other original works

Media Features

  • Signature poem was recited by Saurabh Dwivedi

Visual Poetry Projects

  • Created a fusion of visual storytelling with poetic narrative in "Tasveer: Tea Garden" - creating refreshing imagery that complements the meditative quality of written work.

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Published Author

Luka Jhanki

  • Defies Convention: The collection is characterized as 'anti-poems', engaging with reality through profound imagery rather than fantasy.
  • Provokes Thought: Instead of offering comfort, the poetry creates an internal agitation, compelling readers to think deeply.
  • Empowers the Reader: The poems guide the reader partway, then recede to encourage independent discovery of the core message and meaning.
  • Exceptional Range: The work features an exceptionally broad thematic spectrum, touching upon philosophy, love, nature, feminist perspectives, sensibilities, and societal taboos.
  • Artistic Versatility: It showcases diverse literary forms, including ghazals, poems, one-liners, and short epigrammatic verses.
  • Dynamic Voice: The stylistic range is so varied it gives the impression of being authored by multiple distinct individuals, highlighting the poet's versatility.

Online Presence & Publications

1

The Lallantop

Written numerous journalist articles and scripts on finance, technology, current affairs, and culture.

2

Literature Platforms

Works published on Hindwi and various literary platforms.

3

Personal Blogs

Maintaining several blogs including kahaniofme.blogspot.com and bairang.blogspot.com since 10+ years.

Contact Me

darpansah@gmail.com

Uttam Nagar, Delhi, India

+91 9818565751

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