Dive Into the World of Navida Nizhu
Navida Ameen Nizhu is an award-winning creative professional, documentary filmmaker, and senior consultant with over a decade of experience in graphic design, branding, and media production. She began her career as a Graphic Designer at Prothom Alo, one of Bangladesh’s leading newspapers, while completing her degree in Graphic Design & Multimedia at Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology.
Over the years, Navida has built a distinguished career, earning recognition such as the Grand Award for Photography at the UODA Art Exhibition (2015) and the Best Photograph Award at C Zone Art School Exhibition (2011). Her creative vision extends beyond design into branding and strategic communication, where she has collaborated with organizations like the Bangladesh Adventure Foundation and served as Senior Creative Consultant at Ikigai Advisory Group Pvt. Ltd., Australia, leading innovative branding and marketing initiatives.
Navida’s passion for visual storytelling led her to filmmaking, where she directed the documentary More Than A Refugee (2024), based on life in the Rohingya refugee camps in Ukhiya, Bangladesh. The film not only premiered in Cox’s Bazar but also earned international acclaim, including the Female Director Honorable Mention in a Short Film award at the South Film and Arts Academy Festival (2025). Beyond directing, she has trained Rohingya youth in documentary filmmaking, amplifying voices from marginalized communities through media.
Driven by a commitment to artistic excellence and social impact, Navida continues to explore the intersection of art, culture, and storytelling to reach broader audiences through filmmaking and creative direction.
Discovering the True Spirit of Navida Nizhu
Hear directly from those who have engaged with Navida, sharing their rewarding experiences and enthusiasm.
Navida made significant contributions to BCM’s projects, most notably directing More Than a Refugee, a documentary on the lives of Rohingya refugees, in collaboration with Asian Justice & Rights. She also trained a Rohingya film team, empowering them to document their community’s stories. Her ability to transition from design to impactful storytelling reflects her versatility and commitment to excellence.
Kelly Kinnunen
Film & Media Team Lead
Bengal Creative Media Ltd
Navida is a creative designer that make a design detail and simple with a lucrative approach.
Habibul Akkas
Executive Director, Studio 24×7
Navida played important role in developing a cohesive visual identity for our organization and enhanced our outreach. Her strategic approach and collaborative spirit fostered a positive team environment in our Foundation.
Even within her brief tenure with Bangladesh Adventure Foundation Navida’s creative work left lasting impact, continuing to benefit our organization.
Naba Bikram Kishore Tripura, ndc
Founder-President
Bangladesh Adventure Foundation
Former Secretary, Government of Bangladesh
Navida is truly a gifted individual. She is creative and a great storyteller who was my direct student from Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology (SMUCT) and later happens to work for Prothom Alo – the leading number one Bangla daily newspaper of Bangladesh. Her talent, relentless efforts, and hard work make her a true professional and on the other hand, her humility, simplicity, and kindness will amaze people. She is a change agent for the greater good and her perspective on life, her experience, and her self-discipline will help others positively.
Shah Waliul Manzoor
Faculty, SMUCT (GDM)