Narendra Reddy is currently Chief Operating Officer at The Africa Channel. In this position he is responsible for providing strategic creative direction and executive representation for Production, Programming and Acquisitions for the network including the development and production of original pilots and series domestically and in Africa. He has worked over 20 years in the global media industry. During that time he has overseen the production of multi-platform content for both TV and Film. Previously he was the General Manager for DreamWorks Animation India, providing oversight for all aspects of the Studio’s operations as well as being involved in the production of 4 feature films for DreamWorks. Prior to that Reddy was Vice President, Programming & Development at NBC Universal where he played a key role in developing a Kids and Family programming strategy for NBC Universal whilst providing oversight for the “Saturday Morning Kids Block” on NBC. Reddy graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in production engineering from Anna University in Madras, India. He later received both a Master of Science and Master of Health Administration degree from the University of Missouri. Subsequently, Reddy completed an advanced certificated program in film, television and digital entertainment at UCLA — with a specialization in directing.