The faculty comprises of qualified professionals who have years of experience in their respective fields. Winners who will mentor you with the conviction that comes from the confidence of having been there and done that. They will pepper their lectures with real life anecdotes, dissect case studies, sharpen your craft and business skills and teach you all the tricks of the trade. You will learn the lessons of life from hands that have been dirtied and feet that have done the walking in the profession.
Prominent TV/Film producers, directors, writers, eminent advertising & media personalities share 'real work life experience' with students. The mentors include professionals from top organisations like Percept Pictures, Disney Channel V, Ogilvy, JWT, Zoom, Mid-Day, Leo Burnett, Hungama, Redifussion Y&R, Network 18, Red FM, Zee TV, Cadbury India, MSL Group, CNBC Awaaz, All India Radio and Star TV, Publicis Beehive & Times Television Network amongst others.
Dr. Priya Menon Nair
Director, MET Institute of Mass Media
Ph.D. (Consumer Behaviour), M.A. (Psychology), PGDM (Marketing), B.Com, Autism & ADHD Coach
Dr. Priya Menon Nair is an entrepreneurial leader, institution builder, and marketing enthusiast whose career spans corporate training, the founding of a distinctive school of Branding and Advertising, and Agency-M. Known for her persistence, integrity, humility, adaptability, and collaborative approach, she worked closely for over two decades with Mr. Prahlad Kakar, the legendary advertising guru, gaining deep expertise in branding, advertising, ad filmmaking, and production, while cultivating a network of eminent professionals across advertising, sports, and business.
Dr. Nair’s entrepreneurial journey began with a corporate training venture specialising in behavioural skills, leadership development, and CEO coaching. She has successfully executed high-profile projects for leading MNCs such as Infosys, SAP, Wipro, Godrej, Dell, Siemens, Deloitte, Cap Gemini, Volkswagen, and JP Morgan, and curated thematic corporate events featuring international cricketers, writers, entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, artists, and filmmakers.
Academically accomplished with a PhD in Management (Consumer Behaviour), dual Master’s degrees in Psychology and Business Administration, and a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Dr. Nair is also an internationally certified ADHD and Autism Coach, dedicated to supporting individuals with diverse needs. As COO of The Miles SOBA and co-founder of PKSBE, she has pioneered educational innovations, including India’s first bachelor’s program in branding and advertising, launched in collaboration with NMIMS, Mumbai, and has established partnerships with over 12 universities nationwide, including IIM Indore.
Currently serving as Director at MET Institute of Mass Media, Dr. Nair is reimagining media education by integrating experiential learning, strategic initiatives, and value-driven pedagogy. She inspires students through practical learning, life lessons, and hands-on projects, driven by a vision to make MET's IMM the leading institute in India, bridging the gap between academia and industry, empowering students with creativity, strategic thinking, ethical grounding, and a mindset to innovate and lead confidently in the media world.
Dr. Suvrashis Sarkar
Dean, MET Institute of Mass Media
PhD (Strategic Marketing), PGP (Business Strategy), D. Cyber Law, PG IPR Law, MMS (Marketing), PGDMMT, BSc (Chemistry)
Dr. Suvrashis Sarkar is a Mumbai based Marketing Professional. He is an alumnus of the Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies and an Executive alumnus of IIM Indore. In his 22 years of total work experience he has 18 years of corporate work experience in internationally renowned organizations like Unilever, Sojitz, Bajaj Electricals, Sahara India. His corporate work journey spanned from a trainee to VP –Marketing. In his corporate experience Dr. Sarkar has worked in India and South-East Asian markets with his area of work largely in Strategic Marketing, Brand Management, Product Management, Design Thinking, IPR, Marketing Research and Media Communication. Along with his Corporate work he has pursued his passion for teaching as a visiting faculty in several Management Institutes of repute including his alma-mater for 19 years.
Dr. Sarkar has four Post-Graduations and after his PhD in Strategic Marketing he did his Post-Doctoral work which marked the beginning of his journey in full-time academic teaching. He has trained 4000 plus MBAs and Business Management professionals so far. In MET Dr. Sarkar teaches Marketing Management, Brand Management, Design Thinking, Strategic Management, IPR, Marketing Research.
Dr. Sarkar has been an award winner in his career for most of his endeavours. Best Student of the School, Topper in Post-Graduation, Chairman’s Award for Excellence in Marketing, Four-times Best Research Paper Award, Research Excellence Award, Academic Excellence Award, Start-up mentoring Award, Merit Award for contribution in Academics and Research, are some from his long list of accolades. He has one Indian and one German Patent, 46 Research papers and 4 Books as a result of his Research work till now. He has travelled to 11 countries beyond India, he is a seasoned wild-life photographer, he also works with NGOs for Nature Conservation.
Mr. Mahesh Chauhan
Founder Director -Salt Brand Solutions
B.Tech -IIT Bombay
Mr. Bobby Pawar
Former Chairman and CCO – Havas Media Group
Dr. Yogesh Dhanjani
Associate Professor
MET Institute of Mass Media
PhD (Journalism and Mass Communication), UGC MAH SET, MA (Communication and Journalism) BMM (Mass Media) Cert-ET (British Council)
Dr. Yogesh Dhanjani is an award-winning professional, media researcher, and academic leader with a deep commitment to shaping future communicators through innovation, inclusivity and integrity. With more than thirteen years of experience in media education, he brings together academic rigor, creative industry experience and a passion for social impact.
Dr. Dhanjani holds a PhD in Journalism and Mass Communication from the prestigious LNCT University, Bhopal. His doctoral research explored critical dimensions of social media privacy and digital deception, a subject central to contemporary media discourse. His academic interests span social media literacy, communication innovation, gender studies, media pedagogy and privacy ethics in the digital age.
A journalist at heart, Dr. Dhanjani began his career with editorial and reporting roles at The Times of India, where he was honoured with the YO Bureau Award for editorial excellence. His dedication to media education extends into social outreach through the British Council's Teach India program and NGO collaborations such as Samartha Setu and NAMI India.
He has been the Founding faculty and Operations In-charge of Acharya 90FM, A Mumbai based 24/7 community radio station, where he has led campaigns for inclusive communication, grassroots storytelling and civic engagement. Under his guidance, the station has become a vibrant platform for underrepresented voices and community narratives.
Dr. Dhanjani’s contributions to academia include authoring several textbooks and research papers, presenting at more than 21 national and international conferences, and serving on Boards of Studies for curriculum development in media institutions. He has also been featured in The Sindhian magazine for his distinctive work at the intersection of media, education and social change.
His professional journey includes working with Dharma Productions on films such as Wake Up Sid and My Name is Khan, and with an educational training firm called All for Kids. These experiences elevate his teaching with real-world insights that bridge theory and practice.
He is currently pursuing an additional Master’s degree in Psychology, which compliments his role as a mental health advocate and volunteer with NAMI India. A passionate animal lover, he also supports animal welfare through his long-standing association with SPCA. A global traveller with visits to numerous countries, Dr. Dhanjani brings a wide perspective to his classroom, rooted in empathy, creativity and a commitment to education as a tool for transformation.
Mr. Rahul Srivastava
Film Director – Bullet Raja, Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster
Achievements -
1. TVCs directed
https://vimeo.com/rahuldadda
2. ITWAAR won the Best Actor Filmfare for Kumud Mishra
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xm1fnTVyVxI
3. Films edited
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2103331
4. Books authored
https://www.amazon.in/Pui-Rahul-Srivastava/dp/811999664X
5. Voice over artist:
https://vimeo.com/showcase/9439046
Mr. Yusuf Shaikh
Founder & CEO – ANTA CINEMA, a brand of Yen Movie Studios Pvt. Ltd.
Yusuf Shaikh is the Founder & CEO of Janta Cinema, Express Cinemas, and Cinema 99, with over three decades of expertise in film production, distribution, and exhibition. He has distributed over 200 films, including award-winning titles, and is leading innovative ventures to reinvent cinema experiences. An expert in independent film marketing, theatrical and digital distribution, and brand strategy, he also serves as a consultant, educator, and Vice-Chairman of Media Cell India Business Group, contributing actively to industry bodies like IMPPA and FFI.
Ms. Rashmi Kaushik
Innovative Education Consultant/ Visiting Faculty
Innovative Education Consultant | Leading Creative Teaching Solutions | Empowering Educators and Students | MET Faculty for 14 Years
Mr. Rajkamal Pandey
Senior Group Head, Adfactors PR
Rajkamal Pandey is currently serving as Senior Group Head at Adfactors PR, where he has built a remarkable career spanning over 12 years. Rajkamal was a pioneer in establishing the Media Networking team in the MMR region, leading the team for 11.9 years. Presently, he is part of the Corporate SBU, overseeing high-profile corporate brand mandates across sectors including Retail, Real Estate, Gems & Jewellery, and Energy.
Mr. Parveen Thakur
Digital Media Consultant – Nine dots Technology
Embarked on my journey in 1998, when the internet was a luxury and "going digital" meant owning a fancy CD-ROM. After completing high school with a diploma in Visual Communication, I found myself walking two parallel paths—one in the classroom and the other in the professional world.
Mr. Franco John Patil
DGM – PR & Marketing, Red Dot Representation – Tamarind Global Pvt. Ltd.
DGM - PR & Marketing, Red Dot Representation – Tamarind Global PVT LTD PG in Public Relations and Advertising
Mr. Shreeraj Nair
Independent Motion Graphics, Design & VFX Trainer - MographNair
Self driven & passionate animation and Visual effects mentor with more than 2 Decades of experience in software training and project delivery. Expertise in training, curricula creation, motion graphics, visual effects amd project supervision . Lives life by the credo of " Evolve, Enrich, Empower."
Ms. Priyanka Surve
Founding Partner & Creative Director, Motley
Passionate about crafting unforgettable branding and advertising that resonate deeply with audiences. With 15 years of experience in the advertising industry, I've honed my skills in copywriting, creative strategy, and team leadership. As a founding partner of Motley, I'm committed to delivering innovative and impactful creative solutions for brands we work with.
Mr. Viv Alfred Williams
Director, Creative Director, Executive Producer & Filmmaker
Director, Creative Director, Executive Producer, Filmmaker, into Ads, Corporate AV's, Travel shows, Shorts, Music videos, Documentaries, Brand films, Event films, Digital films, CSR films etc.
Ms. Althea Shah
Marketing, PR & Events Professional
Althea Shah handles projects providing Marketing solutions and services, including Advertising, Media, Entertainment & Events She has over 20 years’ experience, encompassing strategic planning, qualitative & quantitative research, interactive marketing, creative development, media planning & buying, database /direct-marketing, public relations, sales promotion and visual merchandising, corporate positioning, product launches, online strategies, events, intellectual properties & business development strategies.
Mr. Sumit Vaswani
Lead Curator, Aditya Birla Capital
Mr. Anish Sarai
Professional Photographer & Cinematographer – Nykaa, Vogue.in
Portrait Photography • Commercial Photography • Videography
Mr. Aakash Chatterjee
Co-Founder & CCO, 5W1H
I’m an advertising professional who blends creativity, psychology, and strategy to craft ideas that matter. I help shape brand narratives, create impactful campaigns, and uncover insights that turn businesses into memorable brands. Driven by curiosity, I constantly ask, “What will matter tomorrow?” My goal is to deliver work that’s not just seen, but remembered.
Mr. Baidujya Saikia
Co-Founder, Parallel Film
Baidujya Saikia is a filmmaker with over a decade of experience in bringing stories to life through film. Specializing in cinematography and lighting, he has worked on diverse projects—from web series for Arre to campaigns for brands like Asian Paints, Starbucks, Victorinox, and Suta Sarees. Recently, he has been exploring AI filmmaking, blending traditional craft with cutting-edge technology through projects with Yes Bank, Mahindra, and Sprite.
Mr. Sumedh Paralkar
Digital Marketing Manager, MET
Sumedh Paralkar is a seasoned Digital Marketer with over a decade of experience in driving online growth strategies, lead generation, and brand visibility. As a Digital Marketing Trainer and Growth Marketer, he specializes in Google Ads (PPC), SEO, Google Analytics (GA4) and E-commerce marketing.
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Sumedh excels in optimizing digital campaigns, improving conversion rates, and implementing data-driven marketing strategies. His proficiency in lead generation techniques, market trend analysis, and consumer behavior insights enables businesses to achieve sustainable growth and a competitive edge in the digital space.
Mr. Sandeep Shaminami
Sr. Manager AVOD - AHA
Networking’ are the two words that define me. I carry an experience in Ad Sales, Sponsorship Sales, Brand Solutions & Business Development with a market reach in various brand categories ie; BFSI, Health & Pharma, Automobiles, Real Estate, FMCG, IT & Technology.
Ms. Nirzari Bhide
Business Professional
Business Professional with an entrepreneurial approach |Visiting Faculty Continuous Learning mind-set| Passion for Performing arts|
Ms. Kalpana Rane
Feature Editor, Dainik Saamana
Diploma in Journalism & Communications Skills
A journalist with more than 12 years experience in the media industry
Mr. Arghya Saha
Director, Business Growth & Planning – Ex Publicis Groupe, Ex 5W1H
Arghya Saha is an accomplished marketing and communications professional with over 12 years of experience in advertising and brand management across India. As Director – Business Growth & Planning at Impact Communications, he has led strategic initiatives for leading brands such as Pernod Ricard, Mahindra & Mahindra, Toyota, ITC, and YES BANK. With a strong background in Communication & Journalism and Business Analytics, Arghya combines creative brand building with data-driven strategy, specializing in 360° marketing, BTL activations, and business growth planning.
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