Journalism Since 2004

Mynul Islam

Journalist | International Correspondent | Newsroom Leader

Media Professional • Journalism Trainer

A Bangladeshi-American journalist and media professional with more than two decades of experience in journalism, newsroom management, international reporting, journalism training and diaspora media.

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PROFILE

About Mynul Islam

Mynul Islam is a Bangladeshi-American journalist and media professional with more than two decades of experience in journalism, newsroom management, international reporting, journalism training and diaspora media.

He began his journalism career in 2004 and, over the course of more than 20 years, has worked across reporting, assignment management, news editing, newsroom operations, media management and digital journalism.

His career has taken him from the newsroom and field reporting in Bangladesh to international journalism in New York, including coverage of the United Nations General Assembly and major international affairs.

Journalism Since 2004

More than two decades of professional experience across reporting, newsroom leadership, international journalism, media management and journalist training.

New York, United States

PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY

A Career That Began in 2004

2004

Journalism Career Begins

Mynul Islam began his professional journalism journey in 2004.

2009

Ekushey Television

Joined Ekushey Television (ETV) as a Reporter.

2015

Staff Reporter

Promoted to Staff Reporter at Ekushey Television.

2016

GTV

Joined GTV as a Staff Reporter and subsequently took on newsroom leadership responsibilities.

2022

Assignment Editor

Took on newsroom leadership responsibilities, serving as Assignment Editor.

2024+

Channel i & VTVUS

Currently serves as Special Correspondent and Business Development Coordinator at Channel i. Since 2024, he has also served as Assignment Editor at VTVUS.

His professional experience spans field reporting, breaking news, newsroom coordination, assignment planning, editorial decision-making and media management.

GLOBAL REPORTING

International Journalism

International affairs have become an important part of Mynul Islam's journalism career.

He has covered the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) from New York on multiple occasions, including in 2019, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026.

He has also covered major developments involving the World Bank, BIMSTEC, international relations, global economics and other international issues.

His international reporting has given him the opportunity to observe and report on issues affecting Bangladesh within a broader global context.

In 2026, he was also involved in media accreditation-related activities connected to the FIFA World Cup.

International Coverage

United Nations General Assembly

World Bank

BIMSTEC

International Relations

Global Economics

FIFA World Cup Media Activities

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION

Judge & Jury Member — DRU Best Reporting Award

Mynul Islam has also contributed to the journalism profession beyond his own reporting career.

He has served several times as a Judge and Jury Member for the Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) Best Reporting Award.

In this role, he has been involved in evaluating journalistic work and reporting based on professional standards.

Serving on the jury of one of the journalism community's important professional recognition programs has allowed him to contribute not only as a practicing journalist, but also as someone helping recognize and encourage excellence in journalism.

His work as a journalism award judge complements his broader experience in newsroom management and journalist training.

Evaluation Standards

Reporting quality

News value and significance

Investigative depth

Accuracy and factual presentation

Story selection

Professional journalism skills

Originality and impact

Overall journalistic standards

MENTORSHIP & DEVELOPMENT

Journalism Training and Mentorship

2014 — 2023

Bangladesh Institute of Journalism & Electronic Media

From 2014 to 2023, Mynul Islam served as a part-time instructor at the Bangladesh Institute of Journalism & Electronic Media (BIJEM).

He developed and taught practical journalism training covering reporting, news presentation, live reporting and mobile journalism.

His training philosophy emphasized practical newsroom skills rather than theory alone.

Mobile Journalism

One area of particular emphasis was mobile journalism—the ability to produce a complete news report using a smartphone, including recording, editing and delivery.

Many of the journalists he trained have subsequently joined different media organizations.

For Islam, journalism is not only about producing today's news. It is also about preparing the journalists who will produce tomorrow's news.

MEDIA LEADERSHIP

Building Diaspora Media

Mynul Islam has played an active role in developing media platforms serving the Bangladeshi diaspora in the United States.

Editor • Publisher • Proprietor

The Bangla Hour

A New York-based media initiative covering Bangladesh and the Bangladeshi diaspora.

The Bangla Hour covers Bangladesh-related and diaspora issues, including international affairs, immigration, business, politics, economics and other important contemporary subjects.

CEO • Head of News

Bangla Hour TV

A New York-based media initiative covering news and current affairs, international affairs, law and immigration, business, entertainment and other areas.

Through these initiatives, Islam has sought to strengthen the information connection between Bangladesh and Bangladeshis living abroad.

RECOGNITION

Awards and Professional Recognition

2014

Best Reporting Award

Ekushey Television

2019

GTV Award

Professional Recognition

2025

VTVUS Award

Professional Recognition

2026

Channel i Award

Professional Recognition

He was also honored for his contribution to journalism in the Bangladeshi diaspora at the 40th FOBANA Convention in the United States.

His latest recognition from Time Television, presented during the network's 12th anniversary celebration, further recognizes his contribution to journalism and the Bangladeshi diaspora.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

Professional Organizations

International Affairs Secretary

International Relations Reporters Forum, Bangladesh

Member of

Dhaka Journalists Union (DUJ)

Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU)

Broadcast Journalists Center (BJC)

Technology Media Guild Bangladesh (TMGB)

A JOURNALIST WITH A LARGER MISSION

Journalism Beyond the Headlines

For Mynul Islam, journalism is more than reporting events.

He believes journalists working in the diaspora have a special responsibility to document the lives, achievements, concerns and challenges of expatriate Bangladeshis.

They also have a responsibility to bring Bangladesh-related issues to international audiences and help create a reliable information bridge between Bangladesh and the global Bangladeshi community.

After more than two decades in journalism, his work continues to bring together reporting, international affairs, newsroom leadership, journalist development and diaspora media.

The journey that began in 2004 continues—with the same commitment to journalism, professional excellence and the next generation of media professionals.

GET IN TOUCH

Contact Mynul Islam

Let's Connect

For professional inquiries, media-related communication and other matters, please use the contact information below.

Cell +1 929-727-4618

Email mitonmoy2007@gmail.com

Location New York, United States

Mynul Islam

Journalist | International Correspondent | Media Professional

New York, United States