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Education
XLRI Jamshedpur (2016 - 2016)
- Degree: Executive Programme
- Field of Study: Digital Marketing
- Description:
SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) (2013 - 2015)
- Degree: Post Graduate In Marketing Management
- Field of Study: Marketing/Marketing Management, General
- Description:
Mithibai College of Arts Chauhan Institute of Science and A.J. College of Commerce and Economics (2009 - 2012)
- Degree: Bachelor of Mass Media
- Field of Study: Advertising
- Description:
Skills:
Public Relations, Media Relations, Social Media Marketing, Event Management
Work Experience:
Founder & CEO at Social Aviator
- Location: Maharashtra, India
- Duration: 2023-07 to Present
- Description:
Influencer Marketing Head at Times Internet
- Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Duration: 2019-03 to 2023-07
- Description: Built a separate revenue stream for the TOI (digital) business through influencer marketing. Servicing clients across all categories (FMCG, BFSI, Automobile, Non Profit, etc) PAN India with their influencer marketing campaigns. Working directly with A-list celebrities from different film fraternities across India and with ace athletes in the sports category. Identifying macro & micro influencers from different categories like travel, fitness, health, lifestyle, etc. Overlooking the smooth execution of campaigns & working with relevant agencies to deliver the same. Working closely with the PAN india sales team in building influencer led IP’s / one of campaigns & pitching the same to relevant clients.
Business Development & Influencer Marketing Manager - Times of India & Economic Times at Times Internet
- Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Duration: 2018-03 to 2023-07
- Description: Building digital intellectual properties (IPs) for sections within TOI - mainly Travel, Food & Entertainment. Worked on one of the biggest digital IPs within TIL named Roadchasers which was backed by Hyundai (AFP) Working on sales leads - Approaching brands & it’s advertising agencies for sponsorships on our Digital IPs Pre-sales : Identifying brand fitment & brand integrations ideas Leading PAN india Celebrity alliances for IPs and newer initiatives within Times Internet Working closely with production houses to execute the IPs on ground Brand solutions for briefs from clients who wish to partner on our digital content - mainly video. Introduced & lead the influencer marketing led business development division for TOI (digital) which works as an additional offering to clients/ brands apart from display & content deals.
Strategy & Alliance Manager - TIL News Division (TOI, Mumbai Mirror, Navbharat Times, NewsPoint) at Times Internet
- Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Duration: 2017-07 to 2023-07
- Description: Acquisition of video content for being natively placed on different properties of TOI.com / Mumbai Mirror / NBT / News Point. Working towards building strategies which can bring a paradigm shift in reaching numbers (Traffic) & revenues to various online products within times internet.
Manager - Celebrity & Film Partnerships (Times Follo) at Times Mobile
- Location: Mumbai Area, India
- Duration: 2016-08 to 2017-06
- Description: Strategic tie-ups for enhancing the engagement with online users onto our digital platform. Run contests for gratifying online fans to connect with their favourite celebrities in real. Movie Integrations, celebrity tie-ups, NGO partnerships, media relations & networking. Ideation on ground events & monetising the same through sponsors.
Candidate Intelligence Report
AI-powered analysis from the perspective of a US hiring director — evaluating career continuity, growth trajectory, and role fit.
Career Continuity & Risk Assessment
No significant employment gaps; continuous presence in media/marketing roles. Industry focus remains stable in influencer marketing and entertainment, with multi-year tenures at Times Internet before founding Social Aviator. Education aligns well with marketing leadership responsibilities.
Industry consistency is strong (media, influencer marketing, entertainment). Tenure across roles at Times Internet shows stability with progressive responsibilities; the 2023 transition to entrepreneurship is a common career path and not a red flag for stability.
Tenure stability is solid: multiple roles span 1.5–6 years within the same employer ecosystem, indicating reliability and ability to drive long-term initiatives. The shift to founding a startup in 2023 represents growth rather than instability.
Education (XLRI and NMIMS PGDMM) directly supports marketing leadership and business development outcomes observed in Stefan’s career; no misalignment between qualifications and responsibilities.
Career Growth Curve
Best-Fit Roles (Top 5)
Head of Global Influencer Marketing95% fit
Extensive hands-on and strategic leadership in influencer campaigns across large media brands; proven ability to scale programs and manage top-tier talent and partners.
Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) – Digital & Entertainment92% fit
Over a decade of marketing leadership in media/entertainment with a track record of driving revenue through influencer-led initiatives and IP development; strong cross-functional leadership.
VP / Head of Partnerships & Growth – Media & Entertainment88% fit
Demonstrated success in partnerships, alliances, and IP creation; readiness to shape growth strategy and channel partnerships at scale.
Director of Brand Partnerships & Influencer Marketing84% fit
Robust experience managing brand campaigns, celebrity collaborations, and agency coordination; strong fit for consumer or entertainment brands seeking influencer expertise.
Senior Director – Influencer Marketing & Brand Partnerships82% fit
Deep subject matter expertise with an entrepreneurial edge; suitable for organizations seeking a strategic leader to advance influencer programs and partnerships.
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