
Professor of Practice
Mr. Atul Mathur is a distinguished media, broadcasting, and education professional with over three decades of experience spanning global television networks, digital content strategy, and academic leadership. His career reflects a rare blend of industry excellence and educational mentorship.
Currently serving as Executive Vice President – Digital Content and Strategy at News1India Group, Mr. Mathur has previously held senior leadership roles with Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited, where he played a pivotal role in expanding the network from a single-channel operation to 64 global channels, significantly driving revenue growth. He also led international broadcast operations and channel launches for the Wananchi Group (ZUKU) across global markets.
Transitioning into academia, he co-founded Academy of Excellence and Study Studio Learning Centre, institutions focused on media, hospitality, and skill-based education, achieving high student success outcomes. He has also worked in advisory roles with PwC, contributing to media technology consulting and strategic growth initiatives.
Mr. Mathur holds a Diploma in Journalism and a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Hons.) from the University of Delhi. Known for bridging industry and classroom, he actively mentors students in media entrepreneurship, content creation, and professional branding, with a strong commitment to nurturing industry-ready talent in media and entertainment.
