Balach Imran Khan

Available to hire

Language

Urdu
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced
English
Fluent
Panjabi, Punjabi
Intermediate

Work Experience

Marketing & Communications Manager at Flaminko Canada
February 1, 2025 - Present
Leading sports & entertainment marketing campaigns for live events, e-sport and IP activations; design and execute multi-channel campaigns, sponsorships and PR for client portfolio; drive ticketing revenue through D2C channels.
Creative & Content Manager at Banam Marketing
December 1, 2024 - October 8, 2025
Digital-first 360-degree content & marketing agency leadership: client account management, brand strategy, creative direction, and multi-channel asset production; drove client brand & marketing strategy and achieved tangible results including 23% sales conversion; end-to-end campaigns, budget management (CAD 2,000,000+), and integrated marketing campaigns; creative briefs, asset creation, and managing multidisciplinary teams.
Creative & Content Manager at Banam Marketing
December 1, 2024 - October 8, 2025
As Creative & Content Manager, I led creative direction and content development for global clients across digital marketing, design, and PR. I supervised 75+ music videos, commercials and digital assets, produced end-to-end campaigns, managed budgets, and maintained brand consistency. I drove a 23% sales conversion and built strong client relationships.
Marketing & Communication Consultant at GT20 Canada
June 1, 2024 - October 8, 2025
Marketing strategy, execution & budget planning: developed & executed comprehensive strategies for marketing and content delivery while planning with a marketing budget of CAD 150,000 to increase seasonal ticket sales by 20% YoY; managed vendor relations, content creation, stadium/outdoor branding, and on/offline campaigns; led CRO tactics, audience segmentation and user journey analysis to boost conversions; video direction & content development; led 3 commercials and content shots; digital & social media campaigns achieving 10+ million views; partnerships & sponsorships for sponsors worth CAD 7 million; end-to-end campaign workflows and cross-functional collaboration.
Marketing & Communication Consultant at GT20 Canada
June 1, 2024 - October 8, 2025
As Marketing & Communication Consultant, I developed and executed comprehensive marketing strategies with a CAD 150,000 budget aimed at increasing seasonal ticket sales by 20% YoY. I managed vendor relations, content creation, stadium/outdoor branding, and OOH/digital campaigns, and integrated CRO tactics (A/B testing, audience segmentation, and user journey analysis) to boost conversions.
Language Specialist - AI Data Annotation at Innodata
May 1, 2024 - Present
Creating & evaluating AI & LLM training data while providing linguistic expertise to train and develop AI models to help improve accuracy, fluency, coherence and/or voice for leading tech industry players; analyzing and improving grammar, syntax, and sentence structure of both expert-generated training data and AI model-generated text to ensure adherence to linguistic rules and conventions; analyzing, processing and gathering data/content of a global knowledge base used by a Virtual Agent (AI Chatbot using LLMs); using CMS to review, publish and keep content up to date efficiently.
Language Specialist - AI Data Annotation at Innodata
May 1, 2024 - Present
As Language Specialist – AI Data Annotation, I create and evaluate AI/LLM training data, applying linguistic expertise to improve model accuracy, fluency, coherence, and voice for leading tech players. I analyze grammar, syntax, and sentence structure of both expert-generated and AI-generated content to ensure conformity with linguistic rules, and I curate data for a global knowledge base used by virtual agents. I also review and publish content using CMS workflows to keep materials up to date.
Marketing & Communications Manager at GT20 Canada (Season 4)
March 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024
Developed full-funnel marketing strategies for an international cricket league; increased season ticket sales YoY; managed vendor relations, stadium branding and cross-channel media activations; implemented CRO tactics and audience segmentation.
Creative & Content Marketing Manager at Banam Marketing
November 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Directed 75+ music videos and multi-branch campaigns; built editorial calendars and cross-functional teams; delivered 2M+ reach and 20,000+ engagements; led content production and distribution.
Creative Content Specialist at Xdynamix Media Studio
November 1, 2020 - October 8, 2025
Directed concept & art direction for ads, documents, and music videos; led visual content production for Amazon listings and e-commerce sites (SEO-focused); contributed to award-winning documentary production and led 55+ organic social campaigns.
Creative Content Specialist at Xdynamix Media Studio
November 1, 2020 - October 8, 2025
As Creative Content Specialist, I steered concept ideation and art direction for ads, documents, and music videos; oversaw on-set production and digital content for Amazon listings and e-commerce sites; contributed to an award-winning documentary project Indus Blues and helped storyboard and post-produce multiple deliverables.
Content Marketing Specialist at Xdynamix Media Studio
December 1, 2018 - November 30, 2020
Led 55+ organic and paid digital campaigns across social, email and partner channels; produced long-form content, reels, promos and assets; supported USAID/UN agencies and NGOs with narrative-driven communications.
Creative & Account Executive at TNI Communications
December 1, 2018 - October 8, 2025
Marketing research, content curation, brand management, copywriting, and client briefings; managed content curation across multiple digital channels, and maintained relationships with clients on retainer lists with high satisfaction and retention.
Creative & Account Executive at TNI Communications
December 1, 2018 - October 8, 2025
As Creative & Account Executive, I conducted market research and data analysis for government and education sectors; curated and managed content across channels; provided creative direction, client briefings, and account management; led multiple national campaigns, coordinated video/photo shoots, and ensured SLA-driven delivery with strong client retention (80%+).
Marketing Executive at TNI Communications
December 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Marketing executive at a traditional advertising and media buying agency, leading market research, consumer insights and national launch strategies for major clients; developed and executed multi-channel campaigns, and supported client relationships across public and private sectors.

Education

Masters in Journalism at The University of Sheffield
September 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018
Bachelors in Public Adminstration at NUST
September 1, 2011 - September 1, 2015
Bachelor's Degree at National University of Sciences and Technology
January 1, 2015 - October 8, 2025
Master's Degree at University of Sheffield
January 1, 2018 - October 8, 2025
Bachelor's Degree (Bachelors in Public Administration) at National University of Sciences and Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Master's Degree (Journalism) at University of Sheffield - United Kingdom
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor’s Degree (Bachelors in Public Administration) at National University of Sciences and Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Master’s Degree (Journalism) at University of Sheffield
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

National Distinction in English Literature
June 1, 2010 - June 1, 2011

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Education, Healthcare