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About Viacom18 Media
Founded in2007 (18 yrs old)
India Employee Count1k-5k
Global Employee Count1k-5k
India HeadquartersMumbai, India
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Websiteviacom18.com
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Viacom18 Media Pvt. Ltd. is one of India's fastest growing entertainment networks and a house of iconic brands that offers multi-platform, multi-generational and multicultural brand experiences. A joint venture of TV18, which owns 51%, and Viacom Inc., with a 49% stake, Viacom18 defines entertainment in India by touching the lives of people through its properties on air, online, on ground, in shop and through cinema. We want to be the most admired media & entertainment company by continuously entertaining, engaging and enriching the life of every Indian through sustained innovation & thought leadership.
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Viacom18 Media Ratings
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4.5/5
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Viacom18 Media is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 2 company reviews. This rating reflects a generally positive employee experience, indicating satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Viacom18 Media Salaries
Viacom18 Media salaries have received with an average score of 3.5 out of 5 by 2 employees.
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹3.5 L/yr
Senior Network Executive
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₹5.9 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
Assistant Manager Finance
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₹20.7 L/yr - ₹26.5 L/yr
Motion Graphics Artist
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₹7.8 L/yr - ₹9.9 L/yr
Sales Coordinator
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₹5.9 L/yr - ₹7.6 L/yr
Business Planning and Operations Analyst
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₹10.8 L/yr - ₹13.8 L/yr
Sales and Operations Officer
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₹3 L/yr - ₹3.8 L/yr
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₹11.3 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr
Viacom18 Media News
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JioStar Begins To Lay Off 1,100 Employees After Reliance-Disney Merger
- JioStar, the joint venture between Viacom18 and Disney, is laying off over 1,100 employees.
- The layoffs are part of the restructuring process after the merger to streamline operations.
- The affected departments include distribution, finance, legal, and commercial.
- Employees are being provided a generous severance package and some may be offered roles within Reliance ecosystem.
Startup Pedia | 7 Mar, 2025
Paramount+ Just Added A Bunch Of Classic MTV Unplugged Episodes
- Paramount+ has added 50 classic episodes of MTV Unplugged to its streaming service.
- Some of these episodes haven’t been officially available to watch for over 20 years.
- The added episodes include performances by Nirvana and Alice in Chains.
- Paramount+ has also added VH1 Storytellers episodes.
Kotaku | 26 Feb, 2025
Sharon Osbourne Reveals the 'Biggest Mistake' of Ozzy's Career
- Sharon Osbourne reveals the 'biggest mistake' of Ozzy Osbourne's career
- Sharon Osbourne negotiated the MTV series The Osbournes that propelled Ozzy to mainstream celebrity status
- Sharon admitted that she turned down an offer for Ozzy to read for Pirates of the Caribbean
- Ozzy Osbourne will be playing his final show with the original Black Sabbath lineup
Mensjournal | 21 Feb, 2025
India’s OTT Battle Turns Into JioHotstar Or Nothing
- The launch of JioHotstar by Reliance marks a pivotal moment for the Indian streaming industry, with a dominant slate including movies, global hits, and live cricket matches.
- The joint venture of Disney and Reliance to create JioHotstar is set to become a powerhouse hosting more than 100 TV channels and both Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema.
- RIL's investment of INR 11,500 Cr in JioHotstar raises concerns of aggressive revenue goals, marking the end of the freebie era and requiring subscriptions for content access.
- JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar boasted a large user base, and with JioHotstar's subscription model, their subscriber numbers are poised to rise significantly.
- The JioHotstar combine raises concerns about a potential monopoly on international content and live sports streaming in India, leaving competitors with limited differentiation and content.
- Former Google executive Kiran Mani heads JioHotstar with Viacom18 bringing in an ex-YouTube executive, Ishan Chatterjee, as the chief business officer.
- Experts believe the merger of Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema was necessary for sustainable growth, avoiding separate content acquisition costs and technological challenges.
- JioHotstar's pricing advantage due to Reliance's strong last-mile reach may lead to competitive pricing and increased subscription revenue compared to competitors.
- Competition with international giants like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video intensifies as the Indian market shapes up to be a JioHotstar dominant scenario.
- Indian startup funding exceeds $1.6 Bn in the first seven weeks of 2025, with significant developments in fintech major Navi, Peak XV Partners, Rebel Foods, and Bollywood music labels.
Inc42 | 16 Feb, 2025
YouTube TV Could Lose Paramount, CBS and More Because They Don’t Want to Raise Prices Again
- YouTube TV may lose Paramount and CBS channels due to a failure to reach a fair agreement.
- 24 channels including CBS, MTV, BET, and Comedy Central are part of Paramount's lineup.
- Negotiations between YouTube TV and networks have previously resulted in last-minute agreements.
- The potential loss of channels is concerning considering the recent price increase to $83 per month.
Droid-Life | 14 Feb, 2025
Tom Green, Former Provocateur, Is Building Something New
- Tom Green, former provocateur, has moved on from his audacious pranks that made him famous.
- He now finds joy in tending to animals on his farm and appreciating the little details of farm life.
- Green reflects on how social media has made it easier for everyone to try to stand out, causing the impact of such content to diminish.
- He no longer engages in controversial antics and prefers a more peaceful and nurturing approach.
Nytimes | 25 Jan, 2025
Viacom18 finally wins control of JioHotstar domain after intense month long legal battle
- Viacom18 Media Pvt. Ltd. has gained control of the jiohotstar.com domain after a month-long ownership dispute.
- The domain is now registered under Viacom18's name with Manish Painuly listed as the registrant.
- Painuly is a Senior Director at Viacom18, responsible for overseeing brand platforms including VOOT.
- The resolution solidifies Viacom18's control in the market and allows Reliance to maintain dominance in India's digital and media sectors.
HT Tech | 4 Dec, 2024
Star India reports consolidated loss of ₹12,718 crore in FY24
- Star India reported a consolidated loss of ₹12,718 crore in FY24.
- Total expenses for the fiscal were reported as ₹31,563 crore.
- Star India's total income for FY24 fell by 8.9% YoY to ₹19,002 crore.
- Reliance Industries, Walt Disney Company, and Viacom 18 Media announced a merger of their TV and digital platforms.
HinduBusinessLine | 22 Nov, 2024
Mukesh Ambani's Reliance, Viacom18, and Disney complete merger to create a Rs 70,352 crore JV
- Reliance Industries, Viacom18, and The Walt Disney Company have completed the merger of Viacom18's media and JioCinema businesses into Star India Private Limited (SIPL).
- The joint venture (JV) is valued at Rs 70,352 crore and brings together popular television and digital brands such as Star, Colors, JioCinema, and Hotstar.
- Post-merger, RIL holds 16.34% ownership, Viacom18 has 46.82%, and Disney retains 36.84% stake.
- Nita M. Ambani will serve as the Chairperson of the new JV, with Uday Shankar as Vice Chairperson providing strategic guidance.
ISN | 15 Nov, 2024
Reliance, Disney Completed Merger Deal to create India’s largest media powerhouse
- Reliance Industries, Viacom18, and The Walt Disney Company have completed their media industry merger to create India's largest media powerhouse.
- The joint venture is valued at $8.5 billion and Disney will own 36.84% of the JV while Viacom18 will control 46.82%.
- The JV combines RIL's JioCinema and Disney's Hotstar in the digital space, and Star and Colors in the TV space.
- With over 100 TV channels and a combined subscription base of over 50 million, the JV aims to provide unparalleled content choices to Indian viewers.
VIE Stories | 15 Nov, 2024
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Viacom18 Media FAQs
When was Viacom18 Media founded?
Viacom18 Media was founded in 2007. The company has been operating for 18 years primarily in the Media & Entertainment sector.
Where is the Viacom18 Media headquarters located?
Viacom18 Media is headquartered in Mumbai.
How many employees does Viacom18 Media have in India?
Viacom18 Media currently has approximately 2,500+ employees in India.
What are the pros and cons of working in Viacom18 Media?
Working at Viacom18 Media comes with several advantages and disadvantages. It is highly rated for company culture, work life balance and work satisfaction. However, it is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal, based on 2 employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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