Shantanu Watane
Corporate Communications | Public Relations | Researcher | PhD Scholar
- Role
- Senior Manager at Dentsu Creative
- Location
- Pune Division, MH, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Shantanu Watane
A communications professional and researcher with a strong foundation in corporate public relations, strategic communication, branding and media relations, I bring together industry practice and academic insight to shape meaningful narratives.With over 11+ years of experience across sectors, including automotive, telecom, technology, mobility, retail, and academia, I have led and supported high-impact initiatives spanning corporate reputation management, leadership communication, crisis communication, integrated campaigns, and stakeholder engagement. My professional journey includes working closely with senior leadership, policymakers, journalists, and academic institutions on nationally visible projects and platforms.I am currently pursuing a PhD in Mass Communication and Journalism, with my research focused on corporate public relations, gender dynamics in PR, industry-academia collaboration, and the evolving contours of strategic communication in India. My academic work has been published in edited volumes and scholarly platforms, reflecting my commitment to contributing original thought to the field.Beyond professional and academic work, I am deeply interested in knowledge dissemination, education-led digital content, and purpose-driven communication, and actively explore platforms such as YouTube and research publishing to reach diverse audiences.
Experience
Senior Manager
Jun 2024 — Present · Pune, IN
Led strategic communications for global automotive and manufacturing clients, advising senior leadership on reputation, crisis management, and brand positioning. Spearheaded media strategy for landmark events like Delhi Auto Expo & major plant launches. Lead crisis and reputation management across diverse B2B and B2C portfolios.
Education
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University (BAMU), Aurangabad
Doctor of Philosophy, Journalism
University of Mumbai
Master’s in Public Relations, Public Relations/Image Management
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad
Doctor of Philosophy, Public Relations/Image Management
University of Mumbai
Public Relations/Image Management
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad
International/Global Studies
Skills
- Publicity
- Search Engines
- Corporate Communications
- Public Relations
- Internal Communications
- Media Relations
- Microsoft Excel
- Journalism
- Audio Editing
- Strategic Planning
- Research
- Press Conferences
- Press Releases
- Social Media
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