Donovan Chetty is a Channel Management Scheduler Planning. Colleagues describe him as "Donovan is by far one of the kindest, most generous and hard working people I know. I worked with him from 2007 to 2013 at M-Net and these years were exciting, challenging and filled with a multitude of changes in organisational structures. Very little can rattle Donovan's cage. He is a warm person, his attention to detail is unparalleled and he works incredibly well in a team environment. He has a magical way of taking his work and making it fun, despite any challenges that come… Show more" and "It is my great pleasure to do this recommendation for Donovan. I have had the pleasure of working with him during my stay at M-Net and at Viacom. His professional development over the years has seen him as a motivated confident responsible person with high degree of integrity and a passion for the Media Industry. I sincerely hope that you give him the opportunity to pursue his vested interest in your company. "
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Senior ProgrammerViacom Nov 2018 - Jun 2019City Of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaPlanning and scheduling the Comedy Central Channel.• Scheduling content correctly (runs & repeats)• Schedule Content correctly using AR’s, Global trends, Box office, Imdb and research.• Responsible for channel AR’s and DSTV reach of 32%.• Monitoring AR’s on a daily, weekly & monthly bases • Liaising with the Presentation scheduler in order to have a fault free daily grid.• Meeting deadlines on a monthly basis.• Managing Local & International traffic from Distributor to Viacom Amsterdam playout department.• Managing DSTV Catch-up content.• Annual channel forecasting• Viewing Content to identify best ratings. -
Channel ManagerOn Digital Media (Toptv) Jul 2016 - Jun 2017WoodmeadLong team planning and scheduling for ST Movies• Manage the Schedule and Look and feel of Channel• Sourcing and accessing content. Going to industry events (DISCOP) Durban International Film Festival (DIFF)• Managing the content budget. Insuring budget is used appropriately.• Managing the Scheduler. Insuring deadlines are meet.• Schedule content correctly using global trends, and research (focus groups)• Channel forecasting (Channel Reports and Presentations)• View content and find suitable slots (Theming and Festivals)• Responsible for channel Branding and finding media partners.• Liaising with the Presentation scheduler in order to have a fault free daily grid.• Acting Channel Manager ST Africa.• Working with Channel Director to insure channel performance.• Approved all promos on the channels. -
Programing Manager (Zee World, Zee Magic)Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited Aug 2015 - Jul 2016Bryanston JohannesburgLong team Planning and scheduling for Zee Magic (French) and Zee World (English)• Manage the Programming and QC Teams• Sourcing and Buying content.• Event Management (Launch Zee Magic)• Managing the budget/ Negotiating deals. Brand Management. • Manager the Scheduling on the channel. Insuring deadlines are meet.• Schedule Content correctly using AR’s, Global trends, and research (focus groups)• Annual channel forecasting• View content and find suitable slots• Responsible AR’s and DSTV reach of 15%.• Monitoring AR’s on a daily, weekly & monthly bases • Liaising with the Presentation scheduler in order to have a fault free daily grid.• Meeting deadlines on a monthly basis.• Working with Channel Director to insure channel performance.• Managed and approved all promos on the channels (Worked with Bladeworks Production) -
Senior Programmer (Comedy Central Africa)Viacom Sep 2014 - Aug 2015Hyde ParkPlanning and scheduling the Comedy Central Channel.• Scheduling content correctly (runs & repeats)• Schedule Content correctly using AR’s, Global trends, Box office, Imdb and research.• Responsible for channel AR’s and DSTV reach of 32%.• Monitoring AR’s on a daily, weekly & monthly bases • Buying content from independent distributors. Managing the budget• Negotiating content deals and rights • Liaising with the Presentation scheduler in order to have a fault free daily grid.• Meeting deadlines on a monthly basis.• Managing Local & International traffic from Distributor to Viacom London playout department.• Managing DSTV Catchup content.• Working with Programme Director in Spain to insure global channel performance.• Annual channel forecasting / Viewing Content to identify best AR’s
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Movie Planner/Scheduling Specialist (M-Net Movies Channels)Multichoice Nov 2011 - May 2014RandburgPlanning and scheduling M-Net Movies Showcase, Comedy, Stars, Action and Family• Schedule movies correctly using AR’s, Global trends, Box office, Imdb and research.• Time out schedules.• Compile an accurate playlist (a playlist is compiled with accurate movie titles, accurate durations, distributors and play dates)• Meeting deadlines on a monthly and weekly basis.• Checking Guide proof pages from New Media • Checking daily Log form Log Editor.• Liaising with Traffic department.• Worked on launch of the M-Net Movie channels Staff and Media launch• Focus groups, Global Trends• Viewing Movies to identify best AR’s -
Planner/Scheduler (M-Net Channel)Multichoice Jan 2006 - Nov 2011RandburgScheduling And Planning for M-Net & M-Net HD▪ Scheduling Series, Movies, Specials, Short Stories, KTV and infomercials using AR’s to schedule content correctly.▪ I also schedule for M-Net Movies1, Mnet Movies2 and helped launch Magic World channels.▪ Time out schedules.▪ Compile an accurate playlist (a playlist is compiled with accurate movie titles, accurate durations, distributors and playdates)▪ Meeting deadlines on a monthly and weekly basis.▪ Complying reports and sourcing information Programme. (ICASA Report, Hearing impaired report, Primetime Slot report on Mnet, MM1 and MM2 ▪ Competitions report ETV, SABC1, SABC2, and SABC3 VS. M-NET.▪ Info sourced from Rate cards provide by Oracle.▪ Checking Guide proof pages from New Media also checking daily Log form Log Editor.▪ Liaising with Traffic department▪ Viewing Content to identify best AR’s
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Donovan Chetty Education Details
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Phoenix Secondary SchoolGrade 12
Frequently Asked Questions about Donovan Chetty
What is Donovan Chetty's role at the current company?
Donovan Chetty's current role is Channel Management Scheduler Planning.
What schools did Donovan Chetty attend?
Donovan Chetty attended Phoenix Secondary School.
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Donovan Chetty has skills like Project Management, Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Programming, Scheduling, Strategic Planning, Financial Planning, Media Buying, Dubbing, Quality Management.
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