Dr. R. Preetha is a passionate Media academician with fifteen years of experience in teaching and research at undergraduate and postgraduate levels with expertise in Film Studies, Photography, Audio & Video Production and Curriculum designing. Her contributions have been recognized through University Research Fellowship and multiple Best Teacher Awards.

She has made significant strides in academia by presenting and publishing research papers and chairing sessions at national and international conferences. She has been instrumental in designing and developing various media course programs under the University Industry Initiative integrating industry sights with academic curriculum. Collaborated as Media research consultant for various projects on Women Empowerment and Media literacy. She has also been invited as resource person for numerous faculty development programs and media lecture sessions. She has served as Board of Studies member and Academic Audit expert at various colleges enhancing curriculum development and academic governance.