VSCO & IAMOMEEZ Interview

IAMOMEEZ & Anastoico Mini-Doc

CJLA PODCAST LIVE Featuring Meez Jones!

TapN The Show & IAMOMEEZ Hometown Apple Billboard Interview

Payper Weight Pop-up Produced by NMC Events

Celebrating the work of Black Photographers in the GGNRA

Black Scale SF x IAMOMEEZ “Not For Sale” Pop-up

Samsung Business Insight Meez Work Flow

Ryan Leslie Black Mozart Documentary Cinematographer

New Balance x Iamomeez Social Media Campaign

Those Rebeles Featuring Iamomeez & ISO Interview

Founder | Owner | Creative Director | Iamomeez – Meez Is Not Dead

Omar “Meez” Lockhart Jones is a self-taught creative force in the Bay Area, raised between Oakland and Tracy, California. Founder of Iamomeez and the cultural identity Meez Is Not Dead, he built his career from the ground up starting with an iPhone 4 and a dream. Over a decade later, Meez has become a trusted creative voice behind major brands like Apple, Nike, Amazon, Kevin Durant, Black Scale, Oaklandish, Cookies, and STS Skateboards.

With a raw eye for storytelling and a deep commitment to community, Meez captures more than just moments he captures movements. His work spans street photography, cinematography, brand building, and creative direction, blending the hustle of Bay Area street culture with a global visual language. From launching exclusive product collaborations to being Featured in 2021 Apple’s Hometown Heroes billboards campaign in Oakland & San Francisco, Meez remains rooted in authenticity while pushing innovation, Whether leading visual campaigns, mentoring new creatives, or building platforms for underrepresented voices, Meez operates with a simple mantra:

“M.I.N.D” Meez Is Not Dead

Career Highlights

Founder of Iamomeez and creative movement Meez Is Not Dead

• Official photographer for NBA superstar Kevin Durant

• Executive Creative for Cookies, Runntz, and Creme Saverz

• Campaign collaborations with Apple, Nike, Amazon, Oaklandish, Black Scale, and STS Skateboards

• Featured in Apple’s Hometown Heroes billboard series (Oakland)

• Participant in Apple’s Black History Month campaign (2021)

• Directed and produced brand campaigns blending street culture and high-end media

• Led educational workshops for creative entrepreneurs on visual storytelling, branding, and freelance growth

• Advocate for expanding brand and employment opportunities for Bay Area youth through community projects

2021 Apple “ Hometown” Commercial Featuring Almight Gio x Meez shot by iamkamalx

Press & Publications

• ISO x Tribe Collective: Collaboration feature with Keoni Mars, Sasan Sayyar, and Michael Casatico

• New Balance Lifestyle Photographer: Summer Running Campaign | Curated content for New Balance social outlets

• City of Oakland Volunteer: Led photography workshops for MLK Jr. Elementary students

• Complex Media: Featured in Ryan Leslie’s Black Mozart documentary coverage

• Samsung Business Feature: Creative tech and workflow profile

• SOL Republic x Black Scale x IAMOMEEZ: “Not For Sale” Art Showcase and Exclusive Interview

• Nic Nak Productions x IAMOMEEZ Pop-Up: “Payper Weight” art showcase at Maker’s Loft, Oakland

• “Payper Weight” Table Book Release: Limited 100-copy hardcover (featuring Prince of Berkeley, shot by Deandre Forks)

• Hometown Series by @iamkamalx: Featured in a celebration of Bay Area originality and vibrance

• VSCO f/22 Podcast: Full feature interview on breaking into photography, creative career building

• VSCO BRP Event: Guest speaker at Big Room Planning 2024

• CJLA Podcast Live: Full creative life interview featuring photography, brand building, Bay roots

• KQED’s “Roll With Us”: Featured conversation on Bay Area biking, culture, community building.

Signature Quotes

“I want you to see where I’m from and feel where I’m headed.” – Meez

“Ownership is everything. Own your mind, your movement, and your masters.” – Inspired by Nipsey Hussle & Kendrick Lamar

“Why not dream about making it big, doing what you love, surrounded by people who believe in you?” – Meez (Podcast E003)

Shot By Anastocio

“At iamomeez, every project is a chance to push creative boundaries and set new standards for visual storytelling. Fueled by years of experience, industry-best in-house fine art printing, and deep roots in Bay Area culture, the work here blends high-touch artistry with fresh perspectives. Whether producing collector-grade prints or shaping campaigns for iconic brands, the goal is simple: make every image unforgettable and every connection meaningful. Welcome to a space where vision meets craft, and your next creative move starts here.”