Media-Avataar Leadership Talk- Deepmala, Founder and CEO of The Visual House

Being a filmmaker taught me to observe. Being a founder taught me to act. And being a team builder taught me to listen. Each role keeps you honest. You can’t lead if you can’t learn, and I’ve never stopped learning from the people I work with.

Here’s the full Q & A

Question 1. Before The Visual House came into existence, can you tell us how your interest in filmmaking and storytelling began, and what led you from there to starting your own creative agency?

Answer: I’ve also always been a fast learner. One of my former mentors noticed that early on and once told me, “You should really consider starting something of your own.” At the time, I smiled. But that seed stayed with me. As I moved ahead in my career, the passion to build something on my own started to grow stronger. And eventually, The Visual House was born out of that mix of passion, intent, and a need to do more with the stories I believed in.

Question 2. When you look back at those first few years of building TVH, what stands out more: the hustle, the uncertainty, or the excitement? What kept you going before the recognition came in?

Answer: Honestly, it was all of it. Some days were full of excitement, some were plain exhausting, and most were just a blur of figuring things out as they came. But if I had to sum it up, I’d say it was a journey of constant learning. I started with a borrowed laptop, no team, and a head full of ideas. I made cold calls, followed up endlessly, and celebrated every tiny win. When we got our first NGO project, it wasn’t just about the work; it was the feeling of finally being seen. That one opportunity gave me the confidence to keep going. I held on to my intent, and that kept me moving even when everything else felt uncertain.

Question 3. You’ve worn many hats: filmmaker, creative lead, entrepreneur, team builder. How have those roles informed each other over the years?

Answer: Being a filmmaker taught me to observe. Being a founder taught me to act. And being a team builder taught me to listen. Each role keeps you honest. You can’t lead if you can’t learn, and I’ve never stopped learning from the people I work with.

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