I’m a dynamic visual artist and commercial photographer with over 10 years of experience delivering timeless, high-impact visuals for families and corporate brands. I’m known for mentoring and talent development, and I’ve trained 20+ aspiring photographers who are now running independent studios. I lead with a collaborative, performance-driven culture, guiding teams from concept to delivery, and I continually push the boundaries of storytelling through photography, lighting, and post-production. As founder of The Creative Quarters, I’ve built a thriving creative hub with 1,000+ members online and offline, organized multiple professional workshops, and forged partnerships with top professionals to enrich Nigeria’s creative landscape.…

Temitope Jalekun

I’m a dynamic visual artist and commercial photographer with over 10 years of experience delivering timeless, high-impact visuals for families and corporate brands. I’m known for mentoring and talent development, and I’ve trained 20+ aspiring photographers who are now running independent studios. I lead with a collaborative, performance-driven culture, guiding teams from concept to delivery, and I continually push the boundaries of storytelling through photography, lighting, and post-production. As founder of The Creative Quarters, I’ve built a thriving creative hub with 1,000+ members online and offline, organized multiple professional workshops, and forged partnerships with top professionals to enrich Nigeria’s creative landscape.…

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I’m a dynamic visual artist and commercial photographer with over 10 years of experience delivering timeless, high-impact visuals for families and corporate brands. I’m known for mentoring and talent development, and I’ve trained 20+ aspiring photographers who are now running independent studios. I lead with a collaborative, performance-driven culture, guiding teams from concept to delivery, and I continually push the boundaries of storytelling through photography, lighting, and post-production.

As founder of The Creative Quarters, I’ve built a thriving creative hub with 1,000+ members online and offline, organized multiple professional workshops, and forged partnerships with top professionals to enrich Nigeria’s creative landscape.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Founder at The Creative Quarters
January 1, 2023 - Present
Founded a thriving creative hub reaching 1,000+ members online/offline; curated 3 consecutive annual professional workshops with 20+ facilitators and 1,500+ participants; built long-term mentorship structures supporting 300+ creatives into sustainable careers; forged partnerships with top professionals to enrich the Nigerian creative landscape.
Creative Director at Glintz Media
January 1, 2023 - Present
Oversee creative vision and strategy for photography and multimedia projects; supervise creative teams and manage project timelines from concept to delivery; mentor and lead a dynamic creative team to deliver outstanding results.
Lead Photographer at Glintz Studio
January 1, 2023 - October 17, 2025
Led the execution of creative vision and strategy for photography and multimedia projects; oversaw creative teams and project timelines from concept to delivery; photographed 100+ weddings and events and delivered premium visual stories; mentored 20+ aspiring photographers.
Quality Assurance Mentor at CM Vertex
January 1, 2019 - October 17, 2025
Mentoring and ensuring compliance on construction sites; managing vendors, suppliers and artisans on site; double-checking finished structures to confirm level of compliance and excellence.
Photography Teacher at Federal University Oye-Ekiti
January 1, 2016 - October 17, 2025
Teaching university students about the technical and business aspects of photography; assigning tasks and photography projects; mentoring students on leadership.
Lead Photographer at Glintz Studio
January 1, 2023 - October 17, 2025
Led the execution of creative vision and strategy for photography and multimedia projects; supervised creative teams; managed project timelines from concept to delivery; photographed 100+ weddings and events; executed commercial campaigns for brands including Haier ThermoCool, Stanbic IBTC Bank, and Pension Commission; mentored 20+ aspiring photographers and trained teams in leadership and collaboration.
Quality Assurance at CM Vertex
January 1, 2019 - October 17, 2025
Mentored and ensured compliance on construction sites; managed vendors, supplies and artisans; double-checked finished structures to confirm levels of compliance and excellence.
Photography Teacher at Federal University Oye-Ekiti
January 1, 2016 - October 17, 2025
Taught photography to university students in the vocation and entrepreneurship unit; assigned tasks and projects; mentored students on leadership and photography techniques.
Founder at The Creative Quarters
January 1, 2023 - Present
Founded a thriving creative hub, growing an online/offline community to 1,000+ members; organized three consecutive annual professional workshops with 20+ facilitators and 1,500+ participants; built long-term mentorship structures and partnerships with top professionals to support Nigerian creatives.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Animal Production & Health Science at University of Ado-Ekiti
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor of Science in Animal Production & Health Science at University of Ado-Ekiti
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2010
Photography Teacher at Federal University Oye-Ekiti
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

Advanced Certificate in Leadership & Music Business in Africa
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Advance Certificate in Leadership & Music Business in Africa
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Public Relations for Brand Building
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
Business Development Workshops
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Other, Retail
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