Jacob Mathew
Jacob Mathew is an Indian senior journalist, media professional and Network Coordinating Editor at TV9 Network, based in Delhi. He has been associated with journalism, television news, digital media and media education for several decades, with his professional career beginning in 1994.
He has worked across television journalism, news production, political reporting, sports coverage, field journalism and media education. During his career, he has covered major political developments, general elections, terror attacks, natural disasters, crime and sports.
Jacob Mathew has witnessed and reported on political developments involving six Prime Ministers of India across nine general elections. He has also covered several significant national events and incidents during his journalism career.
Alongside journalism, he has contributed to media education and institutional leadership, including serving as Director of ISOMES, Board Director of New Delhi YMCA and Chairman of the New Delhi YMCA Institute for Media Studies and Information Technology (IMSIT).
Early Career
Jacob Mathew began his professional career in 1994 with the feature film Tatva. He subsequently gained international exposure through the Indo-French television award-winning series Heritage of India.
His early professional associations included:
- Feature Film – Tatva
- Duniya Vision – French Television
- ANI-Reuters
- CNN-IBN
- News24
- India TV
These professional associations contributed to his experience in television journalism, news production, media coverage and feature programming.
Journalism Career
Jacob Mathew has developed an extensive career in journalism covering political, social, crime, national and sports affairs.
His journalism experience includes reporting on major political events and following the political developments of successive governments. During his career, he has covered six Prime Ministers of India across nine general elections.
His professional assignments have also included coverage of major national incidents such as terrorist attacks, natural disasters, crime-related events and other significant developments.
Current Position at TV9 Network
Jacob Mathew is presently working as Network Coordinating Editor at TV9 Network.
In this role, he is associated with the network's television and digital news operations. His professional experience includes news coordination, journalism, editorial activities and media content.
His current position represents his continued involvement in India's television and digital news industry.
News9Live and TV9 Network
Jacob Mathew has also been associated with News9Live and the wider TV9 Network.
His work in the network's media environment reflects his experience in journalism, editorial coordination and television and digital news operations.
Coverage of Major Events
Throughout his journalism career, Jacob Mathew has covered several major events in India.
His professional assignments have included:
- Major political events
- Nine general elections
- Political developments involving six Prime Ministers
- Terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir until 2004
- The Bhuj earthquake in Gujarat
- Terrorist attacks in Mumbai
- Major crime-related events
- National and international news developments
- Sports events
His experience in covering major events has contributed to his long-standing career in news journalism.
Terror and Disaster Reporting
Jacob Mathew has reported on significant security and disaster-related events during his journalism career.
He covered terror-related developments in Jammu and Kashmir until 2004 and was also involved in coverage related to major terrorist attacks in Mumbai.
He also covered the Bhuj earthquake in Gujarat, gaining field experience in reporting on one of India's major natural disasters.
Sports Journalism and Achievements
In addition to journalism, Jacob Mathew has a background in athletics and sports.
During his school years, he participated in sporting competitions and represented Delhi at inter-state and national-level events.
His sports achievements include:
- Gold medal in the National School Games athletics event held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat
- Bronze medal while representing Delhi in the Inter-State School Games in Cuttack
- Silver medal in the Inter Zone Athletics Meet in Jammu
- Gold medal in a YMCA sporting event
His sporting background has been an additional dimension of his professional and personal interests.
Contribution Towards Humanity
Jacob Mathew has also been associated with humanitarian initiatives during his journalism career.
During his work in Kashmir, he assisted needy families living near the India-Pakistan border. He helped arrange support for a poor family displaced during a relocation drive.
He also worked with non-governmental organizations to support poor and orphaned children by helping facilitate access to necessary amenities.
In addition, he assisted in connecting disadvantaged individuals with various government departments to help them obtain available support.
Media Leadership and Education
Alongside journalism, Jacob Mathew has contributed to media education and professional training.
He served as Director of ISOMES (BAG Network), a media institute associated with journalism and media studies.
His involvement in media education reflects his contribution to developing aspiring media professionals and supporting journalism education.
New Delhi YMCA Leadership
Jacob Mathew is associated with the New Delhi YMCA in leadership roles.
He serves as a Board Director of New Delhi YMCA.
He is also the Chairman of the New Delhi YMCA Institute for Media Studies and Information Technology (IMSIT).
Through these roles, he contributes to institutional leadership and media education.
Chairman – IMSIT
As Chairman of the New Delhi YMCA Institute for Media Studies and Information Technology (IMSIT), Jacob Mathew is associated with the institution's leadership in media studies and information technology education.
His experience as a journalist and media professional provides a professional foundation for his involvement in media education and institutional development.
Professional Experience
Jacob Mathew's professional experience includes work across journalism, television, media production and media education.
His career associations include:
- TV9 Network
- News9Live
- India TV
- News24
- CNN-IBN
- ANI-Reuters
- Duniya Vision
- Feature Film – Tatva
- ISOMES
- New Delhi YMCA
- New Delhi YMCA Institute for Media Studies and Information Technology (IMSIT)
Awards and Recognition
Jacob Mathew has received recognition for his contribution to journalism, media and public communication.
His recognitions include:
- Atal Mithila Award – 2023, established in the name of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee
- Shaksiyat Award – 2022 for contribution to media, presented by the Governor of Odisha
- Indywood Excellence Award – 2017 for exemplary contribution to media
- Recognition from the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India (CBCI) – 2002
These recognitions acknowledge his contribution to journalism, media and public communication.
Professional Strengths
Jacob Mathew's professional areas include:
- Television journalism
- Digital journalism
- News coordination
- Political reporting
- National affairs reporting
- Crime reporting
- Sports coverage
- Disaster reporting
- Field journalism
- Media education
- Media institution leadership
- News production
- Editorial coordination
- Media management
- Feature films
- Documentary features
Personal Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jacob Mathew |
| Date of Birth | 27 April |
| Birth Place | Delhi, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Profession | Senior Journalist |
| Current Position | Network Coordinating Editor |
| Current Organization | TV9 Network |
| Education | Graduate |
| Journalism Career | Since 1994 |
| Board Position | Board Director, New Delhi YMCA |
| Chairman | New Delhi YMCA Institute for Media Studies and Information Technology (IMSIT) |
| Former Leadership Role | Director, ISOMES |
| Areas of Work | Television Journalism, Digital Journalism, Political Reporting, Sports Coverage and Media Education |
Career Summary
Jacob Mathew's career reflects extensive experience in Indian journalism and television news. Beginning his professional journey in 1994, he has worked with national and international media organizations and covered major political, security, disaster and sports events.
His career has included reporting on six Prime Ministers across nine general elections, terror-related developments in Jammu and Kashmir, the Bhuj earthquake, terrorist attacks in Mumbai and other major national events.
He presently serves as Network Coordinating Editor at TV9 Network, continuing his work in television and digital journalism.
Alongside journalism, he has contributed to media education and institutional leadership as a former Director of ISOMES, Board Director of New Delhi YMCA and Chairman of the New Delhi YMCA Institute for Media Studies and Information Technology (IMSIT).
External Links
References
- Winsaa profile information submitted for Jacob Mathew.
- TV9 Network author profile – Jacob Mathew.
- Professional information relating to Jacob Mathew's journalism and media career.