Discover Top Freelancers in Cape Town, South Africa

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.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Fixer
• Production Company
• Drone Operator
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Music Composer
• Sound Mixer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Translator
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant

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.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Fixer
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant

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.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

I am a language practitioner with more than 15 years of experience in the field. Most recently, I worked as a content and technical specialist in the field of lexicography. I am passionate about delivering quality work and following processes that are efficient and in line with timelines and budget. My project management skills are excellent and complemented by my ability to handle concurrent projects successfully. I have excellent verbal and written English communication skills, many years of experience managing various processes and contributors efficiently, and strong technical skills and abilities. I build and maintain superb relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Translator
• Copy Editor
• Art Director
• Senior Producer / Project Manager

Looking for content? Look no further. I am able to create blogs, articles, and content that fits any brand and voice having honed my skill over the past 20 years as a journalist and writer. I've provided content and copywriting services to numerous clients in a variety of industries. Not only do I have a passion for my craft, but am reliable, diligent and able to work autonomously. I pride myself on being able to deliver engaging and meaningful content every time. My core competencies include excellent communication skills, attention to detail and tenacity. Don't hesitate to contact me if you would like to discuss your project.

• Reporter / Journalist
• Copywriter
• Copy Editor

I am a veteran news, features, and doc producer and correspondent with more than 12 years full-time experience. I spent most of my career at Bloomberg TV in New York producing long-form shows on technology and innovation, as well as shorter features and interviews with top business and political leaders. I moved to Cape Town, South Africa, 3 years ago, and was Bloomberg TV Africa's tech correspondent, and then founded a startup teaching young Africans to code. I continue to freelance produce for Bloomberg and write about tech and innovation for Quartz. I am a camera geek and shoot as well as edit, and have a wide network of professional production crews I work with across Africa.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Reporter / Journalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

M name is Buhle I am a very pro-active, talented and enthusiastic young South African born in the Eastern Cape. I am a creative person and a well-structured filmmaker. My passion and skills are documentary filmmaking, visually expressing people's stories. I have the ability to communicate across a wide variety of people who come from different ethnic backgrounds. I have great interest in social issues and therefore I am very active in community work and youth upliftment. The stories that I am interested in hunting are news and current affairs within the Western Cape and Eastern Cape communities. I am also interested in hunting for indigenous stories as well as environmental stories.

• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer

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.

• Commercial DP
• Production Company
• Documentary DP
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Music Composer
• Audio Storyteller
• Fixer
• Creative Director
• Sound Mixer
• Sound Designer

Pretty Neat is a fiercely independent Cape Town based production company committed entirely to creating content that moves people. We pride ourselves on the ability to take a brief and run with it from the ground up. From copywriting to high-quality film and post-production services to brands, agencies and broadcasters. The great thing about working with us is that we create unique synergies between production and post-production to make budgets work harder for our clients. We think that’s Pretty Neat.

• Production Company
• Post-Production Manager
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Copywriter
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Sound Designer
• Music Composer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Colorist

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

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Documentary DP
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Creative Director
• Field Producer
• Fixer
• Non-Fiction Film Director

I am a driven, multi talented, easy to work with writer/director of short films, music videos and commercials. I have work experience in the Dutch, German, Finnish and South African market. I am most happy when involved in projects that promote positive change in a society that is desperately in need of change. Drop me an email or a call if you're interested in hiring me, or feel like exchanging ideas on how we can use our power as media professionals to promote better ideas and ideals. Thank you for taking the time to browse through my profile!

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Reporter / Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Hey there, I'm Matt, a 21 year old filmmaker, storyteller and content creator based in Cape Town, South Africa. I create engaging video content for brands and businesses to use for marketing, as well as curating meaningful stories the create emotion. My passion lies in the outdoor, adventure, and sport niche, and I have most experience in the travel and tourism space. My skillset is constantly expanding with an ever growing desire to learn and improve, but my acute attention to detail is what makes my work stand out.

• Video Editor - Documentary
• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• Corporate Videographer
• Creative Director
• Digital Content Creator
• Event Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Sound Designer
• Portrait Photographer
• Senior Editor

I am working as an independent documentary filmmaker. My team and I developed a web series of short-form documentary content, of which the last film won an audience choice award at the Melrose Film Festival. Apart from documentaries I have also worked on various corporate brand videos. My roles included Producing / Directing / DP and Editing. The majority of the corporate films produced were in the technology industry which is my niche. Ideally, he would like to get involved with working with an Agency, working on bigger productions and is willing to work his way up.

• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Social Media Producer
• Digital Content Creator
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Creative Director

Hi I'm Eden Weiss I'm based in Cape Town, South Africa and have been a freelance film maker and editor for over four years. I shoot everything from food and product commercials to corporate and travel videos. I edit plenty third party films from your viral Buzzfeed tasty videos to full on documentaries involving chefs and industry leaders. I am experienced and handle colour-grading and sound design within projects to help keep the entire project under a single umbrella - thus helping the producer.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary

I am a highly motivated and goal-driven person with a passion for writing, culture, and connecting with people on a personal level. My goal is to always keep learning new skills and information that help me in writing and sharing stories of our world with the public. I believe that actual facts should never stop being told, in order to make us more conscious of our actions. Additionally, I have a profound love for engaging with individuals and amplifying the voices of those whose stories often go unheard weaving their narratives into the fabric of our collective understanding.

• Reporter / Journalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Translator
• Transcriber

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.

• Corporate Videographer
• Production Company
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Production Assistant
• Fixer

Since 2008 I have been lucky enough to work with a variety of clients in many genres, most exciting being tagging rhinos to help in their conservation, retelling the story of the Shark's board in Kwa-Zulu Natal and crossing borders with Kingsly Holsgate helping educate the locals about relationships with nature, the impact of sanitary living has on their lives and the simple steps they can take to make this happen. I have also been involved with a number of digital campaigns, startups and behind the scenes.

• Production Company
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Creative Director
• Sound Designer
• Production Assistant

I am a Cape Town-born photographer and videographer. After completing my degree in Mechanical Engineering, I have started taking photos and videos professionally. Every job is different and requires a creative approach to get the best results. With a love of the sea and the outdoors, content as such has found itself strongly linked to my work. I am currently working as an independent media creator with experience in shooting, filming and directing.

• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Colorist
• Corporate Videographer
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial

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.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Fixer
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Creative Director
• Field Producer
• Colorist

I am a freelance videographer, photographer, editor, dive instructor, location scout, production assistant. From a young age I have been inspired by the outdoors, nature and particularly the ocean, my work covers both commercial, documentary, wildlife, adventure sports (particularly waterbased), landscape. Currently finalizing a documentary called Boots on The Ground, which looks at the Rhino Poaching issue out in South Africa with a particular focus on The Anti-Poaching Units.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Reporter / Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial