Rajesh Pillai

Rajesh Pillai is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in international business development and sales, specializing in animation production, co-production, and investments.1 He currently serves as a Sr Independent External Consultant for Business Development (Animation production services) at Sparky Animation, a position he has held since August 2014.1

Key aspects of Rajesh Pillai's career and expertise include:

1. Global business development and client relations in the animation industry.1
2. Sourcing high-quality multi-million euro production projects from South Korea, Europe, USA, and Australia.1
3. Connecting IP development and distribution studios in Europe with investors in Southeast Asia.1
4. Extensive international travel and participation in animation trade fairs such as MIPCOM, MIPTV, KIDSCREEN, ATF, and Korean fairs.1

Throughout his career, Rajesh has held significant roles in various organizations:

• External Consultant at Toonz Animation India Pvt Ltd (2011-2014)1
• Founder of RPGAIN, an entertainment venture focused on animation production and co-productions (2011-2014)1
• Head of Marketing at Toonz Animation India Pvt Ltd (2008-2011)1
• Senior Marketing Manager at MRF TYRES, India (2003-2007)1

Rajesh's educational background includes an EMBA in Management/Marketing from the Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode, and an MSc in Management from Crimean State Agro-technological University, Simferopol.1

His expertise in the animation industry has led to successful projects and partnerships with major studios and clients worldwide, contributing to his reputation as a skilled business development professional in the media and entertainment sector.12