Nijol Creative CEO: Abu Sufian Nilove
Photographer: Creative Director: Photographic Educator: Brand Consultant
Abu Sufian Nilove is a visionary photographer, dedicated educator, and impactful community leader who has shaped Bangladesh’s creative and digital landscapes. He has enlightened Bangladesh with his creativity and business approaches as he set new trends around photography, videography, brand consulting, and digital marketing.
He is the chief executive officer (CEO), founder of Nijol Creative, and a founding member of e-CAB (E-Commerce Association of Bangladesh). Similarly, he is a very active member of many local & international community and social organizations. His professional journey within different industries has been documented through numerous awards, making him a well-known figure in the creative, photography, and technological industries.


Abu Sufian Nilove
Founder & CEO
Abu Sufian Nilove began his journey in the creative space in Khulna in 2007, as a studio Photographer. Creative activities were his area of interest even at a young age. He originally was focused on artistic and drawing activities and then evolved to do photography and graphic design. To gain practical skills, he educated himself on the basics of digital photography.
When learning fast he started earning by utilizing online marketplaces with positive reviews. Later on, he pursued a diploma in photography under Rafiqul Islam Sir and attended many workshops and deep-dive classes on many international stages. As he always says, the quick success of Abu Sufian Nilove stays his exceptional ways of quick learning and he believes so to achieving success in this fast-paced AI world.
From humble beginnings in Khulna, Abu Sufian Nilove’s journey into the creative world exemplifies his determination and passion for artistry.
- Began his journey in 2007 as a studio photographer in Khulna.
- Initially focused on artistic drawing, later transitioned to photography and graphic design.
- Educated himself in digital photography and earned positive reviews in online marketplaces.
- Pursued a diploma under Rafiqul Islam Sir and attended international workshops.
- Attributes his quick success to a rapid learning approach and adapting to the fast-paced technology world.
Passion for freelancing, creativity, and technology world
Abu Sufian Nilave started his freelancing career in 2009 with graphic design and clipping path. Following that, he was also engaged in the web development sector using HTML, CSS, and many popular CMS, including Joomla. He left a mark in freelancing as he became one of the top freelancers in the Elance and Odesk circles (now called UpWork). On the other hand, he actively contributed to the community forum by sharing tips, guidelines, and articles that helped many freelancers engage in this creative world.
Hence, he made a significant contribution as an admin of the oDesk Bangladesh group (Now Freelancing Bangladesh), and in this role, he organized several workshops and seminars to encourage the Bangladeshi youth towards online earning, freelancing, and remote jobs. He joined the Entrepreneur Incubator project in Khunla in 2010 and was among a team of 11 young entrepreneurs. After a year, he moved to Dhaka in 2011 and established Nijol Creative.
Nilove’s freelancing career showcases his versatility and influence in the global creative and technological landscape.
- Started freelancing in 2009 with graphic design and clipping path.
- Engaged in web development using HTML, CSS, and CMS platforms like Joomla.
- Achieved top freelancer status on Elance and Odesk (now UpWork).
- Actively contributed to community forums, sharing tips and guidelines for freelancers.
- Organized workshops and seminars to inspire Bangladeshi youth in freelancing and remote jobs.
- Joined the Entrepreneur Incubator project in Khulna in 2010 and later established Nijol Creative in 2011.


Nijol Creative: A new horizon of creativity
After establishing Nijol Creative, Nilove revolutionized the photography and videography landscape in Bangladesh when it was not as popular as it is now. His career began with corporate and e-commerce product photography, and for continuous focus, he made a name in the commercial, industrial, and wedding photography sectors. While doing freelance projects, clipping paths, and image editing for different international clients, he got a chance to do product photography for Amazon.
He also managed to cater to his client’s needs by doing corporate event management and videography. Photography and videography are his major professions and helping businesses achieve success in digital marketing and branding. Clients are more at ease dealing with competitors because Nilove guides them to establish brands rather than focusing on sales only. He presented his company Nijol Creative as an advertising and branding agency so that it can operate in all the places of photography and videography and can perform digital branding as well as management of corporate events.
Towards the end of 2015, Nilove began working as a freelance photojournalist for the online newspaper Bangladesher Khobor (News Of Bangladesh). Afterward, he has been working as a freelance photojournalist with Kaler Kantho newspaper since 2018, and through his works, he has become rather popular in the media and cultural sector of Bangladesh. He received the Outstanding Award for Best Photographer of the Year in 2015 for his creative works, which was a history of recognition of his creative journey.
He has also been the director of Nijol Creative, a company specializing in commercial photography. There, he has offered various services such as product, headshot, wedding, and even fashion photography to major brands and companies, as well as private clients both in the country and abroad.
Through Nijol Creative, Nilove has redefined creativity and innovation in Bangladesh, establishing a legacy of excellence.
- Revolutionized the photography and videography landscape in Bangladesh.
- Specialized in corporate, e-commerce products, industrial, and wedding photography.
- Delivered freelance projects including clipping paths and image editing for international clients.
- Offered product photography for Amazon, showcasing global standards.
- Expanded services to corporate event management and videography.
- Positioned Nijol Creative as an advertising and branding agency.
- Worked as a freelance photojournalist for Bangladesher Khobor and Kaler Kantho.
- Received the Outstanding Award for Best Photographer of the Year in 2015.
- Directed commercial photography services for major brands and private clients.
Responsibility: Educating Photography and Videography
Abu Sufian Nilove has also made a mark as an educator. He was the Head of the Department of Photography and Videography at Gurukul for five years and runs the One-to-One Photography Course, which is arguably helpful to youth who seek to be professional photographers.
On the YouTube channel of Nilove Photography, Nilove teaches photography and editing and conducts workshops all over the country in partnership with several international organizations and projects. He has conducted over a hundred workshops in different parts of the country with the collaboration of some reputed international organizations such as Sony and Tamron, and thousands of students have established professional careers in photography and videography.
Nilove’s commitment to education has empowered countless aspiring photographers and videographers to realize their potential.
- Served as Head of Photography and Videography at Gurukul for five years.
- Conducts a One-to-One Photography Course for aspiring photographers.
- Runs a YouTube channel teaching photography and editing techniques.
- Collaborated with international organizations like Sony and Tamron for over 100 workshops.
- Helped thousands of students build careers in photography and videography.


Problem Solver and Change Maker
As a problem solver, Nilove has always focused on turning barriers into bridges. He has held more than 100+ freelancing and photography workshops to bridge the gaps of knowledge and expertise of professional practitioners among the youth all over Bangladesh. These workshops have motivated thousands of young people to practice creative arts as they have been tutored on the skills to work in freelance, photography and videography. The sessions that Nilove conducts mix up different aspects including adopting AI and the latest technology in the business, making it easier to advance one’s career.
Furthermore, Nilove has been a crucial part of Bangladesh’s e-commerce transformation. Through providing businesses with expert product photography and brand consulting, he has helped many companies build their presence online through appealing photography. His works have not only assisted different individual brands to excel but also have progressed the level of e-commerce photography in Bangladesh, making the industry more competitive and visually attractive.
As a team leader, the distinctive characteristics of Nilove in terms of teamwork and mentorship are integration and selflessness. He seeks to add value to his team members by training them and empowering them with skills. His kind of leadership increases the levels of creativity and inventiveness in his team and they can achieve excellent results. Working together with disparate groups has earned Nilove much respect in the creative and professional spheres.
Nilove’s transformative approach has solved industry challenges and inspired creative growth.
- Conducted 20+ freelancing and photography workshops to bridge knowledge gaps.
- Inspired young professionals to pursue creative careers.
- Played a pivotal role in elevating e-commerce photography standards in Bangladesh.
- Specialized in creating strong visual identities for brands.
- Demonstrates collaborative leadership and mentorship to foster team creativity and innovation.
Expanding Boundaries with Digital Transformation
Abu Sufian Nilove has been in the public eye for actively participating in the transformation of the dramatic and transformational sectors. Due to the technology he uses a lot, the processes of taking pictures, filming, and branding have now become less complicated. The incorporation of AI technology and tools has redefined the standards in the creative economy. With the use of artificial intelligence and automation in postproduction and CRM, Nilove keeps up the relevance and effectiveness of his services.
In addition, he is very passionate about the inclusion of digital technology and the upgrading of skills in the age of the fourth industrial revolution. As an example, Nilove’s workshops or mentorship programs focus on the same subject of embracing change in these new technologies so that future members of the profession can best fit into reality. His initiatives are not confined to the metropolitan area; are also geared at rural areas to close the divide of technological access.
Nilove sees a future where imagination hand in hand with technology and business not only complement but enhance each other. The projects in which he is active are directed at the creation of a network of modern professionals who can use creative technologies and promote Bangladesh on the world market. As always, due to his leadership and foresight, Nilove continues to be a pioneer and a beacon for an industry ready for the digital age.


Adapting to AI and Latest Technologies
The latest generation of tools in the realm of AI seems to excite Nilove. His projects are enhanced by incorporating cutting-edge AI technology such as automated workflow, as he strives to be a creative visionary. More than just improving his standard of work, such technologies enable him to complete tasks to meet the needs of the rapid evolution of the digital space.
He has a firm belief that AI change the world for the better and for that reason, he engages students in working towards that goal. AI has become a crucial tool to adapt to modern society and for that reason, a young aspiring generation would benefit from workshops he carries to stimulate their potential. He advocates for the use of AI tools such as photo editing and machine learning that allow content creators to keep up with modern requirements. Not only does he teach youth to deal with technology, but he also pays attention to the ethical aspect and explains how one should treat technology responsibly.
Such tools as AI allow pioneers like Nilove to act without boundaries and yet create valuable work. As an educator, his lessons and accomplishments affect society and raise interest in self-education. He possesses the knowledge to not only remain in the industry but thrive in the new conditions and possibilities that will arise.
Embracing AI and cutting-edge technology, Nilove ensures he remains at the forefront of innovation.
- Integrated AI-powered tools like image editing and automated workflows.
- Utilized AI for trend analysis and smart content creation.
- Educates young professionals about AI applications in creative industries.
- Advocates ethical AI use for meaningful and responsible work.
- Combines traditional creativity with modern technology to inspire innovation.
Words to Inspire: Quotes by Abu Sufian Nilove
- Toolsets and methodologies may not define a creative individual, but rather how the individual envisions and the willpower to pursue that vision.
- Technological ease will persist; therefore, those who know how to learn and evolve will be the ones to persist through time.
- Building a sustainable community is best done by empowering others.
- To me, photography is not a technique to compose and make images, but an art that seeks to evoke an emotional response from the audience.
- What differentiates us in the world of AI is our human instinct and the ethical ways we go about things.


Road to Success: Organization and Community Development
Abu Sufian Nilove is a devoted member of many Bangladeshi helpful communities. He has been participating in many social and organizational activities and conferences, for example:
- He is a founding member of e-CAB (E-Commerce Association of Bangladesh) and one of the prominent leaders of the E-commerce sector in the Country.
- He is a member of a wide range of freelance communities in Bangladesh such as oDesk Bangladesh (Freelancer Bangladesh) where he provides different kinds of assistive support to freelancers in the country.
- He has been holding important roles in various significant organizations including Rotary International, Rotary Baridhara Central, and Youth Bangla Cultural Forum.
- He is the founding member of Founder’s Community Club Ltd. and at present, he is the head of the Branding and PR Standing Committee.
- At the same time, he is also working for entrepreneurs as one of the founding members of the Entrepreneurs Club of Bangladesh (E-Club).
- In 2024, he was elected the Local Treasurer of JCI Bangladesh, JCI Dhaka Eminent, and served as a member of its board of directors.
- And so on.
Thus, Abu Sufian Nilove is supporting the Bangladeshi community and trying to present Bangladesh positively on the international stage.
A Visionary in the Creative Industry
Abu Sufian Nilove is an extraordinary individual in the creative world. The most impressive thing about him is his capacity to combine artistry with strategy which has enabled him to achieve outstanding success in different areas of endeavors. Whether as a business owner deciphering the marketplace of photography or boldly rebranding the marketing canvas of the largest companies with his work.
He is a leader who has the unusual quality of fostering an attitude toward risk and creativity while maintaining the goals of the organization at the same time. Due to his knowledge in photography, videography, marketing, and branding, among other things, he has been of great help to companies that seek to enter the market. As a manager or a leader of the creative industries, he is all the more amazing in the extent to which he is ready to deal with people and help them acquire knowledge of different techniques and skills.
Hence, through his visionary leadership, Nilove has not just raised the bar in the industry but also influenced many people to develop their creative side. His willingness to change things and seek better makes him a good example for all those who want to work in the industry and an important person for the creative economy of Bangladesh.
Nilove’s unique blend of talent and vision cements his status as a trailblazer in the creative sector.
- Combines artistic talent with strategic vision to achieve outstanding results.
- Pioneers innovative photography techniques and elevates branding strategies.
- Trusted advisor to businesses seeking enhanced market presence.
- Demonstrates collaborative leadership and nurtures talent within teams.
- Inspires individuals to pursue creative passions and contributes to the creative economy.


The Philosophy and Future Plans of Nilove
Abu Sufian Nilove believes that art is not as much artistry as it is an endeavor that must be created with sincerity and honesty. He considers mesmerizing ordinary people with his work and displays their lives through a creative prism, which increases the significance of the work. His plans for the future are to fund young entrepreneurs, develop a new business-friendly culture via e-cabs, and promote the country’s creative economy on the global stage.
As of today, considering technological and AI advances, it has become possible and acceptable to do advanced work in a specific field, and so, Abu Sufian Nilove masterfully combines the spheres of being a photographer, an entrepreneur, an aspiring innovator, and a creative leader. Such an unusual outlook towards work brings value to the creative world as he, and indeed all of his ideas, will be turning the tides of history for all future generations.
Abu Sufian Nilove’s life is an inspiring tale of creativity and innovation. He has established a niche for himself in the cultural and business ecosystem in Bangladesh by integrating ancient forms of art with the use of technology. His commitment to the education and empowerment of the youth, as well as his visionary outlook, transformed industries as diverse as photography and e-commerce.

Nilove has a notion of the future that is innovative but is not overawed by technology and instead sees technology through the lens of genuineness and simplicity. This is encouraging and motivating to many hundreds of people who look up to him. His life is an inspiration and an instruction to those who want to contribute positively to their areas of endeavor.
Achievement
Awards & Rewards

In 2015, his entrepreneurial skill in photography was recognized with an award for the best photographic entrepreneur.
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