A UGC NET (Mass Communication & Journalism) qualified academic and media professional, Abhilash K has over 8 years of experience in higher education and 6 years in the media industry. He is passionate about connecting classroom learning with real-world media practice.

From 2010 to 2016, he worked with Indiavision Satellite Communication Limited in Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram, followed by Mathrubhumi News at Palakkad and Kozhikode. These years gave him immense experience in media production, newsroom workflows, and broadcast practices.

In 2016, Abhilash transitioned into academics as an Assistant Professor , where he not only taught media production but also actively organized workshops, field trips, internships, and industry interactions, connecting students with leading media professionals. During this teaching period, he also served as Course Coordinator in Multimedia (2021–2024), managing courses in photography, video production, and multi-camera shoots, while driving student engagement through live projects and collaborative learning.

Recipient of the Kerala State Photography Vajra Jubilee Fellowship (2022), he combines creative excellence with academic leadership. He has also initiated MoUs with leading film production houses, building strong industry collaborations to enhance student exposure and practical learning.

At the academic level, he contributes as a Member of the Syllabus Committee at Sree Narayanaguru Open University, playing a key role in curriculum innovation and development.

He remains deeply committed to advancing research and to shaping future-ready media professionals through innovation, hands-on training, and strong industry collaboration.