Kelmendi began his journalism career in 1998 with the Koha Group, one of Kosovo’s leading independent media organizations. Over a span of twenty two years, he held several key editorial positions, including Managing Editor of the daily newspaper
Koha Ditore and Editor-in-Chief of
KTV–Kohavision, the group’s national television channel. During this period, he wrote hundreds of news reports, opinion pieces, and analytical columns, and produced numerous current-affairs programs focusing on politics, governance, and social issues. Since 2004, Kelmendi has served as the producer and host of
Rubikon me Adriatik Kelmendi, a high-profile interview and debate program broadcast during prime time four nights a week on KTV
Kohavision. The show has become a central platform for political dialogue and public accountability in Kosovo and the wider region. Under his leadership, the media organization expanded its programming diversity and digital reach. He led the network through a period of strategic transformation and audience growth until June 2023, when he stepped down to focus on other ventures while continuing to host
Rubikon. == Academic work ==