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