Zaakirah Muhammad
About Zaakirah Muhammad
Zaakirah Muhammad is a Retail Sales Associate and Photographer with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography from the Academy of Art University. She has worked as a Team Photographer for A3C Festival & Conference since 2014 and has contributed to marketing materials for various events.
Work at JCPenney Portraits
Zaakirah Muhammad has been employed at JCPenney Portraits since 2014, serving as a Retail Sales Associate and Photographer. In this role, she engages with customers to provide photography services while also managing sales transactions. Her responsibilities include ensuring a positive customer experience and delivering quality photographic products. This position has allowed her to apply her photography skills in a retail environment, contributing to the overall success of the studio.
Current Role at A3C Festival & Conference
Since 2014, Zaakirah Muhammad has worked as a Team Photographer for the A3C Festival & Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. In this capacity, she collaborates with a small team of 5-10 photographers and videographers to cover a range of events. Her contributions include delivering daily photos for marketing material, which are utilized for the festival's website and promotional purposes. She is responsible for reporting to media check-in to receive assignments during the events.
Education and Expertise
Zaakirah Muhammad has pursued extensive education in photography. She studied at Mcfatter Technical College from 2009 to 2011, where she focused on photography for two years. She also attended Boston University's Center for Digital Imaging Arts in 2012 for a short period. Additionally, she is currently studying at the Academy of Art University, where she is working towards a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Photography, a program she has been involved with since 2013.
Background in Photography
Zaakirah Muhammad has developed a strong background in photography through her education and professional experiences. She began her journey in photography during her time at Tampa Bay Technical High School from 2007 to 2008. Her commitment to the field is evident through her ongoing studies and her active participation in various photography roles, including her significant contributions to A3C events.