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Irfan R.

OTT & Smart TV App Developer (Roku, Fire TV, Android TV, Samsung, LG)

Streaming on every screen? I can make it happen. I’m a seasoned OTT Smart TV app developer specializing in Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV (Google TV), Samsung Tizen, and LG webOS platforms. I help startups, content creators, media agencies, and producers build and launch custom TV apps that reach millions of viewers on popular smart TV devices. Key Expertise & Services: 1. Roku Channel Development: Expert in BrightScript & SceneGraph for SDK channels, with experience publishing to the Roku Channel Store. 2. Amazon Fire TV App Development: Development of Fire TV apps with Alexa integration and compliance with Amazon’s guidelines (Fire OS). 3. Android TV App Development: Building Android TV apps (Google TV) using Kotlin/Java, and leveraging Leanback libraries for a 10-foot UI. 4. Samsung & LG Smart TV Apps: Creating Tizen apps for Samsung Smart TV and webOS apps for LG TVs, ensuring native performance and App Store approvals. 5. OTT Video Streaming Solutions: Integration of video on demand (VOD) libraries, live streaming channels, subscription (SVOD) and ad-based (AVOD) monetization, DRM, and analytics. 6. Full Stack & APIs: Experience with server-side OTT platforms and APIs (JSON feeds, CMS integration) to power your TV apps, plus front-end UI/UX design optimized for TV screens. Why Choose Me: 🎯 OTT Specialist: 5+ years of experience focused exclusively on OTT app development for TV platforms (this means I know the ins-and-outs of app stores, certification processes, and performance optimization for TV apps). 🚀 End-to-End Service: I handle everything from app design and development to testing and deployment. For example, I can take you from an idea to a published Roku channel or Fire TV app ready for viewers. 🌎 Broad Audience Reach: My expertise spans all major smart TV platforms, so you can launch on Roku, Fire TV, Android TV, Samsung, and LG simultaneously – maximizing your audience in the US, Asia, and globally. ✅ Results & Client Satisfaction: Top-rated Upwork freelancer with a track record of delivering high-performance streaming apps. Past clients include content creators and media agencies who have successfully launched apps to expand their streaming presence. “Ready to launch your TV app? ✅ Let’s discuss how I can help get your channel on Roku, Fire TV, Android TV, Samsung, LG, and beyond. I’m happy to provide a free initial consultation to understand your needs. Invite me to your job or message me, and let's bring your content to every big screen!”

🇵🇰Kasur, Pakistan$25/hr100% JSS4.94 (8)Since Feb 2020
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Earnings and projects

MRR
$210

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#111,699 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#15,106 / 52.9k
Revenue, last 30 days
$225

Last 6 months: $1.3k

World#79,897 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#10,660 / 52.9k
Total earnings
$12k

Billed in all: $13k

World#179,919 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#18,851 / 52.9k
Per project
$764

$420 in the last 6 months

World#145,409 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#13,988 / 52.9k
Projects, last 6 months
3
100% fixed0% hourly
World#66,479 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#13,400 / 52.9k
Projects in all
16

Across 22 contracts

73% fixed27% hourly
World#155,087 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#25,779 / 52.9k

Earnings, last 30 days

$12.7k+$225 earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$12.4k$12.6k$12.8kOct 8Oct 23Nov 7

Skill rankings: Top 7% in TV Set

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