Discover Top Fixers in Cape Town, South Africa

PRODUCER PROFILE Jac Williams completed his studies in film in 2005 where after he freelanced on big budget commercials and mini series, working as behind-the-scenes cameraman and chaperone. He joined MMAP in 2008. He has directed and produced numerous documentaries, corporate videos and educational and marketing audio-visuals. In 2012 Jac has worked as both producer and director on “It’s Africa’s Time”, one of CNBC Africa’s flagship documentary series. The show documents socio-economic upliftment and sustainable development through inclusive business in Africa. Jac wrapped Ferdinand van Zyl’s military drama feature film, The Recce, (2016) & Harold Holscher’s Eight (The Soul Collector in the States) in 2018. Released in the USA in 2020. The Recce was selected at 7 International film festivals in the past year and was nominated with DOP Jacques van Tonder for debut feature film cinematography at Camerimage (2018) in Poland. The Recce won best foreign feature film at Idyllwild International Film Festival in California (2019) and was awarded a Silver Remi award at the 52th Annual Worldfest in Houston (2019). Eight had a World Premiere in Montreal at Fantasia International Film Festival and is currently being distributed in 9 World Territories including the USA, Germany and Russia and on Netflix for Africa. He wrapped & co-produced Agulhas Shortfilm in Arniston for Jacques Naude in 2017 and produced Juweeldiewe (2014), Jan Umkwetha (2015) & Benjamin (2018) shortfilms for the Silwerskerm Festival in South Africa. Jac also co-produced two game shows for the legendary TV Game- show brand Atari in 2017 named “Player Up” & “Codebreaker”. Jac produced a 10 episode reality show in 2019 called “Model”, currently showing on Showmax and SABC2 and in development of a few feature films.

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Lee Otten is currently the co-owner of Shoot the Breeze Productions and has been involved in all aspects of the television industry for the past 31 years, from Producing,Directing, Editing, Research, Sound recording, and Camerawork. Lee is passionate about high quality work, and always delivers the best that she possibly can. She is motivated, hard working, and strives for perfection. Lee managed a staff of nine employees for eight years, and is considered to be a person who always has time for her staff, and who encourages them and inspires them to do their very best in their respective jobs. Besides being a leader, she is also a very good team player, which she believe is imperative in this industry Lee is passionate about animals and scuba diving and is currently adding to her list of skills by doing a lot of underwater videography and photography. WORK HIGHLIGHTS As We See It, Albinism and Education: A half hour documentary produced for the Human Right's Media Centre looking at the condition of Albinism and the idea of inclusive education for people living with Albinism: Editor and DOP Medical Research Council and Regency Foundation Networx: Edited a short piece on the history of HIV in South Africa that was shown at the opening plenary at the International HIV Conference held in Durban. Now busy editing an 18 minute version. International Judo Federation, Budapest: Edited a story on reformed prisoners who do Judo and filmed and edited another story on reformed gangsters in Bonteheuwel. Union of Jewish Women: Filmed, directed and edited short videos on seven projects they are involved in, in and around Cape Town ITN: Insert about Domestic Violence in SA for their current affairs series called “On Assignment” 2015 (Fixer and DOP) (This insert just won the One World Award in London in the category of Women's Rights in Africa - http://www.oneworldmedia.org.uk/2016-nominees and the AIB (Association for International Broadcasting) award for best short feature in 2016 WIETA: promotional video for the NGO, Wine Industry’s Ethical Trader’s Association on farm worker’s rights 2015 including 3 modules and produced in English, Afrikaans< Xhosa and Tswana – (Director, DOP and editor) Horte Sempre – a video for an NGO featuring the work they are doing with farmers in Mozambique (Director, DOP and editor) “To Hell and Back” - 6 part Docu – Reality series for SABC 2, following 6 Addicts through a month long rehabilitation programme at Harmony Clinic. (Producer, Director, Primary Cameraperson and second editor) Southern African Customs Union – a promotional documentary about SACU, which involved filming in Namibia, Lesotho, Botswana and Swaziland (Director, DOP and Editor) MASINDY’S STORY A 48-minute documentary profile on a remarkable HIV positive woman who works in the Khayelitsha area as an HIV peer counsellor and activist. (Producer/Director/Lighting Camera Operator) Voices of Women – Parliamentary Millenium Programme’s Profile Video featuring an overview of the Programme’s projects and objectives. 2009 48 minute documentary (Director, DOP and Editor) AWARDS LOVE, COMMUNISM, REVOLUTION & RIVONIA: BRAM FISCHER’S STORY Best South African Documentary at the Encounters Documentary Festival 2007 Nominated SAFTA Best Documentary & KANNA Award (Karoo Arts Festival) FREE SPIRIT SAFTA for Best Magazine Show 2008 MASINDY’S STORY World Award for Best Documentary on HIV at the Asia Media Summit 2007 Best South African Documentary at the Apollo Film Festival 2007 GOOD VIBRATIONS World Award for Promoting Religious Understanding & Tolerance at the Asia Media Summit 2006 Nominated for a Best Documentary Award at the Godon Film in New York 2005 PITCH FEVER Nominated for a SAFTA Best Documentary 2006 NATIONAL TELEVISION & VIDEO ASSOCIATION STONE AWARDS 27 Awards in actuality genres including two craft awards for producing 2001-2003

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I have been filming and recording sound for broadcast and corporate productions for over 15 years working with various cameras and sound rigs. My career in this industry started when I was employed as an assistant at a camera rental house and from there I progressed to managing the rental floor which eventually led to me ultimately finding my passion which is operating the camera and recording sound. I have worked as a camera operator and sound recordist for a wide array of projects working with broadcasters such a Canal +, CNN, BBC, Eurovision and Channel 4. My experience in shooting long form documentaries with tight deadlines and having worked in the television industry has made me accustomed to having to work under extreme pressure, I am able to take initiative where necessary and am able to work independently.

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Michael is a seasoned motorcycle rider with more than 20 years of riding experience. He has pushed and broken himself numerous times trying to improve his skill level. This mindset is evident in his chosen craft of filmmaking and photography. Resourcefulness combined with a creative mind which is always scheming and developing interesting ways to shoot, stands him in good stead He has filmed, solo and in small production teams, in 6 African countries and understands what it takes to get the job done under difficult circumstances. Whether shooting in the clinically sterile theatre of a heart surgeon or hanging off the back of a motorcycle at ridiculous speeds to get that one extra shot, he lives his passion everyday.

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• Video Editor - Commercial
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• Production Assistant

15 Year Graphic Designer & 3D Animator, 7 years Drone Building & flying 7 years Photographic & cinema-photography experience specifically for drones 1st in the world to fly drones around cruise ships for photographic marketing material 1st Place & 2nd place Awards for Winning Aerial work "Wikipedia From Above". I have become a officially qualified Drone Pilot Instructor via Cranfield Aviation and currently have full approval do Drone Ops in Southern Africa. We are a AMP Drone Media a DC Geomatix Pty Ltd company. Currently we also specialist in 360 VR, travel to all our shoot locations and create a unique perspective like a kind of "google streetview", but Now from the Sky. SkyView ;-) eg. Eastern Cape: https://roundme.com/tour/233545/view/666085/

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• Drone Operator
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• Translator
• HD Live Operator

Like flotsam and jetsam Erol has spent much his his life adrift. Hailing from a long family of mariners the oceans and ocean lore have been a constant in his life from an early age. Over the years he has built up a career that has embraced his passion for the seas, encompassing marine science, remote technology, manned submersibles and technical diving. More recently he has merged his love for the oceans and ocean people with his joy in visual story telling, making films that focus on social justice and environmental issues. Erol has been privileged to see a fraction of what the oceans have to offer. He hopes that by bringing this to a wider audience we can create a deeper understanding and respect of some of our planet’s most majestic and least understood wilderness areas.

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• Video Editor - Documentary

Hi, I'm Sarah Morris. I started working in the film and television in 1997 in UTAH, USA for an internship on a television series for Sky Television and the BBC called Earth Undercover. I worked in America as part of a full time production team and gained skills in editing. I worked as a news editor for in San Diego for 2 years. (NBC/ABC) I moved back to SA and I worked for couple years as a production coordinator / manager and Assistant Director for various commercials/series/movies. I left the film industry and started a successful restaurant and events business that ran for 6 years. I returned in to the film world 2013 have been line producing for Go Trolley films. We have completed I,Afrikaner premiered at IDFA 2013 and various other feature Documentaries based out of Africa.

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Joanna Higgs, a skilled filmmaker, narrator and communicator, and award-winning director/producer has been a journalist, editor, producer and director for both local (South African) and international television networks, including Reuters and the BBC. She has travelled widely on the African continent and beyond finding and telling powerful human stories for good. She has the unique ability to connect with her subjects, making them feel safe and comfortable. She holds a masters degree in Documentary (UCT) and has a keen interest in South African history and digital storytelling. She’s currently working with Annie Lennox on a short film in Cape Town.

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I am a cinematographer and editor based in Cape Town, South Africa. For the past four years my main subject has been adventure documentaries. I have filmed in the slot canyons of Utah, the mountains of the Himalaya, the vast expanse of the Arabian desert, and even the lesser traveled Papua New Guinea. All the while capturing epic experiences, stories and beautiful scenery. I take pride in being able to capture genuine moments and interactions, and being able to convey these on film. My passion is documentary film-making, and having the skill set of being able to shoot and edit makes me an invaluable asset to any team.

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I am a qualified journalist and an enthusiastic storyteller. Engaging with a variety of people, learning, exploring and indulging new experiences is what really gets my fire burning - this is why I love what I do! I have made a host of feature packages covering a variety of topics for Agence France-Presse (Johannesburg) during my contract with them in 2017. I have made private portfolio video's and filmed and edited home auditions for a South African TV show My Kitchen Rules. Although I focus mainly on video, I also enjoy writing and photography. I am based in Cape Town but I have my own vehicle and so I am flexible to travel if required.

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I am a freelance cinematographer based in Cape Town, South Africa. I have worked mostly in the TV/Film/production industry since graduating from Tech in 2007, with a few short breaks in between where I was traveling and working around the world. I am hard working, independent and can handle every aspect of video production from concept to post production. I truly believe I will be an asset to any project and am excited for the opportunity to work on diverse and interesting productions. Thanks in advance for you consideration and I look forward to hearing from you.

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An experienced lighting cameraman with own gear, as well as editing experience. News coverage, ENG, documentaries. Noma, my first feature documentary (produced, shot, directed) has been screened at many international film festivals and obtained the Amnesty International Human Rights Award at the Durban Film Festival in 2016. Based in Spain and South Africa. Several languages spoken and experience shooting all over Africa. Currently learning French and a bit of Portuguese spoken. My DOP website: http://pablopinedodop.com/work.php

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• Fixer
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Until recently I have been working as an Assistant Producer and Researcher at a Service Production Company in Cape Town as one does in peak season which is Oct-Mar each year when the weather is fine in Cape Town. I consider myself as an all-rounder, having done camerawork, editing, production, and massive amounts of pre-production that includes casting and even location scouting. I have a diploma in Directing documentaries and a TV series and reality background but work on Commercials these days. I have some experience in building websites and making explainer videos also.

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• Video Editor - Documentary
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• Fixer

I specialise in African wildlife and nature cinematography. I am totally self-sufficient with my own Red camera kit and 4x4 vehicle, and I am able to film high quality 4K+ content in remote areas at very competitive all-inclusive rates. Plus, I guarantee my work: if I don’t get the shots you want, you only pay my hard costs. I am based in South Africa and have experience filming in all Southern African countries. I also have a growing archive of 6K Raw wildlife footage available to license.

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• Colorist

Meggan is a versatile, creative and multi-skilled creative producer and director who has a diverse range of projects under her belt. She works on various genres and has worked in both the logistics and creative side of productions and is able to work on projects from concept development through to post production. Meggan has produced and directed several short and long-form documentaries, corporate content and factual programming for broadcasters, corporates, and organizations.

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We are Lucid Media, a little 2D animation & motion graphics studio based in Cape Town, and we animate for brands around the globe. We work remotely with our clients to create explainer videos and motion graphics. We love exploring new design, illustration & animation trends, but most of all we really love working with brands that do good. Great video content has the power to move people, & that’s why we’re on a mission to collaborate with like-minded individuals.

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South African multi-media journalist with over 10 years experience in hard news reporting, current affairs & arts & culture critique. I have worked for SABC Radio & TV news, Sunday Times, This Day, and run my own production company. With a vast network of contacts across Southern Africa, I am always looking for new challenges that stretch my story-telling abilities. I can also act as fixer to incoming news crews.

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• Fixer
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
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• Line Producer / On-Location

I have worked in radio, print and TV, in news, features and long form documentaries. I work as a field reporter and producer, depending on the work required. For the last five years I have been working as a freelancer for an international broadcaster in which I research, direct, produce and script feature stories. Prior to that I spent seven years making long form documentaries. My approach to my work is grounded in years of journalism for which I trained.

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Director/Editor currently based in Cape Town, South Africa.I have 15 years of experience and am passionate about creating content wether its out in the field filming or editing in studio. I spent most of my career in Advertising but I have a strong desire to tell meaningful stories that positively change peoples minds and behaviours.

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I produce stories in Cape Town, South Africa, short inserts as well as documentaries. Interests include art journalism, as well as environmental journalism, especially where environmental concerns affect lower income communities. I enjoy profile pieces, stories of ordinary people that reveals a larger story about that community or society.

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• Fixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - News
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• Video Editor - Commercial