Tag: Rohan Desai

  • A pinch of salt, a world of difference: Introducing The Salt Inc

    A pinch of salt, a world of difference: Introducing The Salt Inc

    Mumbai: Marking a groundbreaking moment in the dynamic space of content and design, The Salt Inc officially launches, poised to deliver strategically tailored content that sparks meaningful conversations between consumers and brands.

    Breaking away from the traditional agency model, The Salt Inc. is a visionary enterprise with capabilities across content formats, ranging from digital to OTT content. Built on pillars of cutting-edge technology, in-house production capabilities, and an unparalleled understanding of brand dynamics, The Salt Inc. is designed to spark conversations and engagement solutions across all consumer touchpoints. Exclusive partnerships with the British media behemoth The Economist in India puts the organization in a unique space where it can help its partner brands engage with influential C-suites globally.

    Helmed by industry veterans

    Founded by industry veterans with tremendous credibility and equity in advertising, media marketing, and video production, The Salt Inc. redefines the scope of a traditional agency. Each founding member brings with them a wealth of experience, award wins, and extremely varied and unique skill sets, continuously pushing the boundaries of creativity and capability.

    CEO and founder Neena Dasgupta brings nearly 25 years of expertise in digital media and advertising with remarkable corporations like BBC, ABNI (from the Dow Jones stable) et cetera. She later founded Zirca Digital Solutions, an independent global digital solutions company managing marquee clients in both Indian and international markets. She has also graced Impact’s 50 Most Influential list for three consecutive years.  

    Co-founder Sarthak Dasgupta is a distinguished writer, director, producer and masterful storyteller who is an alumnus of the prestigious Sundance Screenwriters Lab and the recipient of the Mahindra Sundance Global Filmmaker Award. Sarthak has consistently delivered culturally diverse, impactful stories across feature films, web series, documentaries, and television.

    Co-founder and chief operating officer Parth Arora is a veteran producer with 25 years of experience working and successfully delivering award-winning projects in the film and OTT space with several platforms including Netflix. Parth has also worked for powerhouse film studios including Dharma Productions, Fox Star Studios, and White Feather Films, among others.

    Experienced professionals including co-founder and business head Rahul Surve, chief product officer (CPO) Tarun Abhichandani, chief creative officer (CCO) Mihir Chitre, strategy lead Rohan Desai, and marketing lead Sagar Grover call The Salt Inc. home.

    Tarun, in his role as CPO, spearheads the product strategy, user experience, and technological innovation. Mihir, as CCO, leads with his creative vision, blending artistry with strategic insight to deliver compelling storytelling. Rahul brings strategic acumen and a deep understanding of market dynamics, guiding business growth and partnerships. 

    Building conversations, not just content

    The Salt Inc’s approach goes beyond creating content; they build conversations. Every piece of content is crafted to engage the audience, spark interactions, and create lasting impressions. In a world where brands are constantly vying for consumer attention, The Salt Inc. ensures your brand stands out by fostering genuine, emotional, and cognitive connections.

    Innovative technology at the core

    At The Salt Inc, their proprietary technology is not just a tool but perhaps their most powerful differentiator. Their AI technology enables robust consumer insights, allowing them to personalize content, ensuring it resonates deeply with the target audience. This technology also enables them to optimise content delivery beyond the conventional targeting methods, for all formats, from quick 30-second clips to in-depth three-hour features, catering to the diverse needs of modern brands.

    Speaking about the launch, The Salt Inc CEO & founder Neena Dasgupta said, “At The Salt Inc., we harness the power of compelling narratives to drive conversations, transform brands and captivate audiences across the digital landscape.”

    “With our cinematic expertise, we bring stories to life, ensuring that every brand message resonates deeply and leaves a lasting impact,” added co-founder Sarthak Dasgupta reiterating the superior storytelling capabilities at The Salt Inc.”

    Speaking about production proficiency, The Salt Inc COO Parth Arora shared, “Our state-of-the-art production collaborations guarantee top-tier quality, enabling brands to deliver visually stunning and highly engaging content.”

  • Animation and VFX company ReDefine expands to Kolkata

    Animation and VFX company ReDefine expands to Kolkata

    Mumbai: Global animation and visual effects company ReDefine has launched its new office in Kolkata, West Bengal. This office will initially be hiring mid to senior-level artists also giving them an option to work from home, the company said.

    Launched in 2019, ReDefine provides creative visual effects and animation services focused on expanding international markets as well as independent filmmakers everywhere. It supports studios producing film, television, and animation content.

    ReDefine is currently providing VFX services to the upcoming TV series based on the video game “Halo” as well as several Hollywood and Bollywood projects including “Brahmastra,” written and directed by Ayan Mukherjee and starring Amitabh Bachchan, Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt.

    “We are expanding our footprint in the eastern region of India and are very excited about it,” said ReDefine managing director Rohan Desai. “We pride ourselves in our extensive experience and market-leading technology. We have noticed that there is an untapped talent pool in West Bengal that is waiting to be unleashed and trained. As we explore newer geographies, we want to harness this undiscovered talent to bring in new perspectives and dimensions to our services.”

    The growing global demand for premium content, resulting majorly from the incredible success of the over-the-top (OTT) media, has caused increased demand from content creators for high-quality VFX and animation services.

    “We have worked with some of the most renowned production houses in Hollywood and hope that this office will provide added support and increase the capacity of our future national and international projects.” added Desai.