Discover Top Freelancers in Johannesburg, South Africa

I’m a passionate visual storyteller with a special focus on Africa and specifically South Africa where I am based. I have 20+ years of experience as an investigative multi-media journalist and produce in-depth pieces in both short and longform in video, print and audio formats. I have mastered all technical skills including filming and editing to hone my craft and this affords me optimal freedom and flexibility and creativity to hunt down those stories that have remained untold or underreported. I believe everyone has a story worth telling.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Transcriber
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Audio Storyteller
• Digital Content Creator
• Copywriter

iNthatheli Media is a South African training and content company, founded by Dianne Hawker and Candice Bailey. With more than 30 years of journalism experience between the two of them, this dynamic duo are passionate about telling the South African story for a global audience. Dianne has worked in television, radio, newspapers, and online, spending most of her career as a legal journalist. Candice has spent the majority of her career as a newspaper hound specialising in crime reporting and has branched out into health journalism.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Copy Editor
• Social Media Producer
• Content Strategist
• Fixer

Hi, My name is Lungile Mapukata. Born and bred in Cape Town, South Africa and now living in Jozi. (Johannesburg). I'm a Loerie & Promax Gold Award winning Director/Producer/Copywriter & Video Editor with over a decade's industry experience. I am a passionate, multi-skilled storyteller with local and international experience. Let's work together on creative solutions that are emotionally engaging & intellectually rewarding.

• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Dylan Bosman is a detail-driven and quality-focused visual storyteller who specializes in editing and direction. With an infectious passion for the power of story, extensive experience in all areas of production and an innate talent for precision, Dylan is able to envision the bigger picture and then make it pixel perfect. He has worked with many major brands to help them tell their stories clearly, concisely and with vigor.

• Video Editor - Commercial
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Reporter / Journalist
• Fixer

Dowelani Nenzhelele studied Bachelor of law at Wits university of Witwatersrand, branch into films, graduated from Monash university with audio visual higher certificate, hold many film certificate from Bigfish film school, worked in many television department, he has directed many short films that were shown at places like Poland, Canada and USA.I will like to shoot South African rural stories , stories that affect rural people such as poverty , inspiring rural stories .

• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer

I’m a senior producer with two decades of experience in video, film, and TV production. I can manage the entire production process from concept through to final delivery. I’m a skilled researcher, scriptwriter, editor and creative problem solver with a strong work ethic and an innate understanding of storytelling. I thrive independently but also excel within a team. My passion lies in crafting compelling and engaging content that resonates with audiences.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Creative Director

I am a highly skilled videographer and editor, with extensive experience in broadcast production and field work. Dedicated TV professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges. I have a passion for storytelling, proficient in shooting, editing, and delivering compelling video content.

• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Creative Director
• Product Photographer
• Storyboard Artist
• Art Director
• Production Company

I have been creating video solutions for businesses around Johannesburg since 2014 . My experience ranges from corporate videography to video editing, voice overs, sound editing to animation and white board explainer videos. I film as well as do complete edit and post production of videos for business. My speciality is industrial, medical and manufacturing businesses. I create complete marketing, training and social media content videos.

• Corporate Videographer
• Production Company
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Transcriber
• Social Media Producer
• Digital Content Creator
• Audio Storyteller
• Creative Director
• Post-Production Manager

I have worked in television broadcasting for the past 13 years. I have worked my way up the ranks starting as a news writer, producer, reporter, deputy programme editor, programme editor, news anchor/presenter. I have worked out of Johannesburg, Cape Town and most recently Istanbul. I have anchored Prime Time news bulletins for eNCA and for 24 hour news. I have also anchored for international news station TRT World in Istanbul.

• Copy Editor
• Reporter / Journalist
• TV News Producer
• Music Composer
• Copywriter

My passion is to create video content through engaging storytelling and captivating visuals. I have filmed adventure series in the wildest destinations on the African continent, short films in some of the most remote places on earth, covered events for brands like Corona and filmed in studios under controlled conditions. I understand that great content creates and maintains an audience, which helps my approach to filming and creating stories that are fresh and cutting edge.

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

Filmmaker,director at 75Films a production company based in Johannesburg South Africa.Producer of documentary films and TV series.Co-founder of Mzansi Women Film Festival,a celebration of women film works hosted in Johannesburg every August at the famous Constitution Hill since 2014. Curator and Co-Founder of Casambo Arts Festival since 2016, a unique film,music and arts festival in Nelspruit South Africa,held every October since 2016.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

A graduate of Columbia University's journalism school, I produce, shoot and edit videos for broadcast and online platforms. I have been working in Washington with AFPTV, the video arm of the newswire AFP, producing news pieces as well as features. Previous work has appeared on USA Today, Yahoo News, France 24, TV5 Monde, Daily Mail online, among others. I am currently in and around Africa and available for freelance work.

• Reporter / Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Translator
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Videographer, Video editor and researcher with an academic background, I am passionate about capturing stories that uplift, inspire and draw viewers in. My short career has yielded successes and interactions across the spectrum of film. I possess qualifications in social science (up to a Masters degree) which lends well to news formats and documentary features. I also possess a certificate from the University of Cape Town in production and community engagement.

• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Corporate Videographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer
• Production Assistant
• On-Camera Talent
• Drone Operator
• Production Company

I am a freelance multimedia producer and photographer based in Johannesburg South Africa. I have close to 7 years experience as a journalist and over the years have acquired various skills necessary to work effectively in the ever-changing media environment. I am a story teller who uses a combination of mediums to get to the crux of the story. My skills include writing, photography and video. I am also a video editor, script writer and radio journalist.

• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist

Alex is a filmmaker and journalist based in South Africa who has produced written work and video content for The Guardian, France 24, ARTE, Time Out Dubai, The Local Europe and El País. Born to British parents but raised in Spain, he has a passion for human interest stories and a hunger for "working adventures". So far, he's lived and worked in six countries and speaks four languages fluently.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Production Company
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Fixer
• Video Editor - Documentary

I am an experience video producer. I have specialized experience in filming on mining and petrochemical sites. I have filmed 3 kilometers underground, at the highest telecommunications tower in Southern Africa and out at sea on a cable repair ship. I am also skilled at conducting interviews with a broad spectrum of people from mine workers to CEOs. I have crew contacts across Southern Africa.

• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

I am a South Africa based producer / director with 30 years experience producing short features, documentaries and long-form series for local and international broadcasters. Currently producing for CNN, SABC and DSTV. Over 3000 productions under my belt. I am owner of Hooper Productions, and also produce and direct for Moksham Productions.

• Video Editor - News
• Production Company
• Reporter / Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary

i am a Documentary DP, specialising in NGO productions.I have filmed projects for Flight Centre FoundationUK and South Africa, along with projects from Rise Against hunger.My passion is to tell stories that i feel need to be addressed and heard. I have filmed many corporate videos, commercials (2nd AC) and music events..I have a big passion for music and promoting new artists.

• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

1. Writer, Location Scout & Production Manager: JUST 15MIN AWAY FROM JOZI – Year: 2013 2. Writer & Production Design: UNSOLVED - 48 hour film project Johannesburg – Year: 2012. 3. News compiler & Reader : ELDOS FM – 87.6 – Year: 2011-2012 4. Radio Presenter: Friday nights amplified at ELDOS FM 87.6 from 21:00-00:00) - Year: 2011-2012.

• Reporter / Journalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Field Producer
• Production Assistant
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Documentary

A creative Motion Designer & Visual Designer, I love working with companies in the tech space and passionately navigating Blockchain and Fintech world. They are the absolute future with no doubt and, I'm here to offer support in helping you deliver the core message of your company to your audience. Let me help you help others tap into the future.

• Motion Graphics Designer