Jamal
Burger

BIOGRAPHY
Jamal Burger is an independent director and photographer based in Toronto, Canada.
Jamal founded Kickback Foundation in 2016 to help kids who have dreams but don't have access to opportunities. Kickback creates and distributes inspiring stories, mentorship programs, and educational resources for underserved youth and marginalized communities. Currently, Jamal operates in the role of CEO, directly supporting and empowering over 2000 youth annually.
From 2018 to 2023, Jamal played a role as Co-Founder and Executive Producer for the production company, Tier Zero.
Publications
CBC
Complex
MAEKAN
SLAM
Street Dreams Magazine
Toronto Life
Toronto Star
VICE
World Photography Organization
Brand Collaborators
Adidas
Arc’teryx
Asics
BMW
Canada Basketball
CBC
Gatorade
Giants of Africa
Jordan
JD Sports
Lululemon
Nike
Puma
Reebok
SLAM
Sony
SSENSE
TIFF
Exhibitors
It’s Ok* Studios
NIA Centre for the Arts
Regent Park Film Festival
Studio Espace Gris