Discover Top Freelancers in South Africa

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

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

Kevin Stuart Smith: Based in South Africa Freelance Television News and Documentary. - Cameraman/Editor since 1985. Always looking for new outlets. Additional extensive experience in multimedia production, graphic design and stills photography. Have freelanced for numerous media in Europe and Africa, including Sky, CNN, BBC News, Nippon, TF1 France, TV Espanol, MTV, Euronews, ZDF etc. Interested in producing News, News Features, Documentary and TV Magazine features in all genres including sport/human-interest/politics/fashion etc.

• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer

Yvette graduated from the University of Cape Town in 2004, but cut her teeth on international film and television productions from 2003. In 2005, she joined a media NGO and produced an award-winning documentary HIV/AIDS series for five seasons. In late 2008, she established Substance Films and has gone on to create diverse forms of socially relevant media: video, print, online and experiential. She is a storytelling director/producer with a flair for creative, intimate moviemaking.

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

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

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

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

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

I am an award-winning South African video journalist. I shoot, direct, produce and edit. My work has been broadcast on PBS, TVFrance and Netflix, and screened at film festivals worldwide. For the past twelve years, I have created commissioned films, commercials and branded content for non-profit organizations and foundations, including the Ford Foundation, Terre des Hommes and PEN America. I run a production company, Brava Media, based in Brooklyn, NY.

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

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 am a Freelance Editor from Cape Town, South Africa ... I work mainly in Adobe Premiere Pro and Davinci Resolve, I dabble in everything else. I love creating beautiful Edits for my Clients. Whether it's a short vid for social media, a memorable event, a vibey fashion shoot, documentary or commercial…Let me tell your story. I can create original content to showcase your style and get your message across! Fast Paced upbeat or slow cinematic cuts, I'm your girl!

• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Colorist

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

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.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Production Company
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Field Producer
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Assistant

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.

• Creative Director
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Motion Graphics Designer

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