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
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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.
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Script & Visual Creation
Employing Napkin AI, Gamma to transform text into visual content and storyboards.
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Media Production
Leveraging Google's Veo 2, Hailuo AI, Envato for video generation, Graphics and Suno/Eleven Labs for audio.
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Final Assembly
Utilizing Canva for graphics and Jasper for final packaging for distribution.
Professional Experience
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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.
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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.
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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
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"Ek Naya Paisa" - Creative Concept & Production
Created this groundbreaking series on cryptocurrency that made complex financial concepts accessible.
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"Kharcha Pani" - Content & Financial Bulletin Innovation
Developed this innovative financial news format that resonated with viewers.
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"Arthat" - Hosted Financial Talk Show
Created this engaging discussion format that simplified complex economic topics.
Innovative Show Development (New IPs)
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.)
Popular history series developed exploring fascinating historical events.
In-depth coverage produced of American elections and politics.
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
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
Spearheaded this special initiative celebrating 75 years of Indian independence through diverse regional storytelling formats and cultural expressions.
Created content infrastructure reaching millions across language barriers, democratising access to inspirational stories from every corner of India.
  • 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
  • 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
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Written numerous journalist articles and scripts on finance, technology, current affairs, and culture.
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Works published on Hindwi and various literary platforms.
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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