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Abu Kalam Azad - Senior journalist and editorial strategist specializing in digital news, political reporting, and newsroom leadership in Bangladesh
SENIOR EDITORIAL STRATEGIST

Abu Kalam Azad

Editorial Leadership & Digital News Strategy

Driving accuracy and credibility in digital newsrooms across Bangladesh. Experienced in television, print, and online journalism leadership.

15+
Years
500+
Projects
50+
Awards

Editorial Focus & Coverage Areas

Newsroom LeadershipDigital JournalismPolitical ReportingEditorial StrategyBreaking NewsAudience AnalysisTeam ManagementInvestigative Reporting

Professional Bio

Abu Kalam Azad is a seasoned editorial leader and journalist with over a decade of experience shaping news narratives across Bangladesh's top digital and broadcast platforms, based in Dhaka. Currently serving as In-Charge at RTV Online, he directs daily news operations, overseeing editorial standards and digital strategy for a high-traffic news portal. His career is defined by a commitment to accuracy and public-interest storytelling, ensuring that breaking news meets international journalistic standards.

Previously, Azad held key leadership roles at The Daily Kalbela, where he served as Deputy In-Charge and Shift In-Charge, managing newsroom workflows and strategic decision-making. His background as a Senior Reporter at Somoy Television Ltd. provided him with deep expertise in visual storytelling and fast-paced broadcast environments.

With foundational experience at Dhaka Tribune and The Daily Samakal, Azad combines deep political insight, grounded in his academic background in Government & Politics, with modern digital newsroom management skills. Alongside this, he works to influence government policymaking and raise public awareness by presenting issues related to environmental, wildlife conservation, and climate change through digital media.

Abu Kalam Azad - Editorial Strategist & Senior Journalist

Abu Kalam Azad

In-Charge, RTV Online

Specializes in newsroom management, editorial judgment, and high-impact digital storytelling.

Experience
Timeline

In-Charge

April 2025 – Present

RTV Online

  • Leads daily digital news operations and editorial strategy
  • Supervises newsroom teams to ensure accuracy and speed
  • Manages cross-platform content distribution and audience engagement

Deputy In-Charge

June 2024 – March 2025

The Daily Kalbela

  • Oversaw shift operations and editorial decision-making processes
  • Coordinated breaking news coverage across digital channels
  • Mentored junior reporters on verification and style guidelines

Shift In-Charge

May 2023 – June 2024

The Daily Kalbela

  • Managed news desk workflows during high-pressure cycles
  • Ensured strict adherence to editorial policies and style guides
  • Monitored real-time audience trends to optimize content reach

Senior Reporter

April 2021 – April 2023

Somoy Television Ltd.

  • Reported live on breaking political and national events
  • Produced in-depth television features and video packages
  • Collaborated with production teams for 24-hour broadcast news

Sub-Editor

May 2019 – March 2021

Dhaka Tribune

  • Edited copy for clarity, accuracy, and house style
  • Fact-checked complex reports for English-language readership
  • Curated content for critical print and digital editions

Sub-Editor

January 2017 – April 2019

Priyo.com

  • Sub-edited fast-moving digital news content for engagement
  • Optimized headlines and copy for online readership
  • Monitored social media for emerging news trends

Reporter

February 2016 – November 2016

The Daily Samakal

  • Conducted field reporting on local and national issues
  • Developed feature stories for the daily print edition
  • Built a network of sources for reliable information

Editorial Philosophy

"Journalism is the discipline of verification. In an era of information saturation, the primary duty of an editor is to distinguish truth from noise."

My approach prioritizes accuracy over speed, believing that public trust is earned through consistent, fact-based reporting. I advocate for a newsroom culture where ethical standards are non-negotiable, and every story serves the public interest with clarity, context, and unwavering responsibility.

Selected Work

Published

The Evolution of Digital Newsrooms in Dhaka

An in-depth analysis of operational shifts in modern media.

Published

Political Shifts & Public Perception

Investigative feature on voter trends and governance.

Coming Soon

Broadcast to Broadband: Media Transition

Exploring the integration of TV and digital workflows.

Technical Skills

  • Editorial Judgment
  • Newsroom Leadership
  • Team Supervision
  • Digital Journalism
  • Audience Trend Analysis
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Feature Writing

Languages

BanglaFluent
EnglishIntermediate
ChineseBasic

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Location

Mirpur-2, Dhaka, Bangladesh

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