JAIDEV RAGHUNANDAN HEMMADY

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Writer, journalist and screenplay professional with extensive experience across OTT web series, films and entertainment journalism.

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Writer, journalist and screenplay professional with extensive experience across OTT web series, films and entertainment journalism. Skilled in screenplay development, dialogue writing, episode structuring, concept creation, character development and editorial content.

Former crime journalist with The Indian Express, having covered major national stories including the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. Associated with leading platforms and production houses including SonyLiv, Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon MX Player, Zee5, ALTBalaji, Voot and Juggernaut Productions.

  • 19 years' experience
  • Joined July 2026

Languages

  • EnglishAdvanced

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Education

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Work experience· 7 roles

Independent Screenwriter & Dialogue WriterFeb 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 10 mos

Independent work across OTT and streaming projects as a writer, dialogue writer and screenplay contributor. Contributions include dialogues, additional screenplay support and episode-level writing tasks for web series and films. Projects include Hunter Season 2 (Amazon MX Player) and Cyber Vaar (Voot), among others.

Associate Writer · Juggernaut ProductionsAug 2020 – Feb 2022 · 1 yr 7 mos

Associate writer on multiple OTT projects. Responsibilities included episode beat creation, concept notes, character sketches, synopsis writing, brainstorming with lead writers, audition scripts, dialogue revisions and screenplay support. Worked across several seasons and projects including Code M Season 2, Illegal Season 2, Raat Baaki Hai, Test Case Season 2, Avrodh 2 and other series.

Script Writer · Magic Hour CreationsOct 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 2 mos

Writes and develops scripts for short films and feature films, including support during production and post-production. Developed and written multiple award-winning short films showcased across digital platforms and international film events. Also involved in script development and production/post-production assistance.

Entertainment Journalist & Content Writer · Movie TalkiesJul 2011 – Present · 15 yrs 5 mos
Journalist - Crime Beat · The Indian ExpressAug 2007 – Apr 2011 · 3 yrs 9 mos
Editorial Department (Space Marketing) · The Indian ExpressMay 2007 – Aug 2007 · 4 mos
Hostage Drama Journalist · Sailor TodaySep 2006 – Feb 2007 · 6 mos

Education

Diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication · Bombay College of Journalism (K.C. College), Mumbai2007
LL.B. · K.C. Law College, Mumbai2005
B.A. in English Literature · Ruia College, Mumbai2002

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