Mr. Raut, holds a masters degree in Arts majoring in Films and Television from the renowned communication school, S. I. Newhouse School at the Syracuse University. He also holds a bachelor degree in Electronics Engineering from University of Mumbai. Mr. Raut has been the Vice President of Creative Business since January of 2008. At VTL, Mr. Raut is spearheading the programming of BOX and MyPlex (working title) in addition he is contributing in various other creative elements of the company in the infrastructure and technology fields. Prior to joining VTL (VG), he was working for MTVN in NY. At MTVN, Mr. Raut was mainly responsible for off-air promotions and corporate communications. He has been involved creatively in producing events, promotional and social campaigns and also special corporate projects.