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Producer, cameraman and editor with all equipment with international experience in news, documentaries and commercials.
See MoreI am a South African filmmaker and cinematographer known for my award-winning work on feature films, television dramas, and documentaries, often filmed in conflict zones,...
See MoreI am a photographer and writer working between Africa and Europe, also practising as a safari designer and private guide . I shoot corporate and personal portfolios and s...
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Hi, I’m Lusanda Mangqangwana, a detail-oriented film graduate with solid on-set experience. I thrive in fast-paced production environments, keeping crews organized and en...
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Hi, I’m Wian Mathee. I’m a cinematographer and video editor with over 20 years’ experience across film, television, corporate, and digital media. I’m passionate about all...
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As a skilled freelance video editor with a keen eye for storytelling and a deep passion for visual content, I bring a strong blend of technical expertise and creative vis...
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Matthew is a Cape Town-born filmmaker, video editor, and photographer known for his considered approach to storytelling across documentary and digital media. His work h...
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Hi, I’m Hanno Matthysen — a narrative and documentary filmmaker based in South Africa. My most recent work includes operating as B-cam on a feature film with Tèa Leoni an...
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I am an award winning documentary filmmaker from Cape Town South Africa specialising in cinematography, editing, directing and underwater cinematography with over 7 years...
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Chris Kets is a Documentary Filmmaker based between the UK and South Africa. His early work focused on subculture in South Africa. Having worked with a wide array of arti...
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As the Founder and Executive Producer of MatVanGeo Films, I oversee the creation and management of award-winning original unscripted content. Over the past 12 years, I ha...
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MEDIA & FILM EXPERIENCE. Freelancer. Experienced Freelance video editor with 6+ years of professional experience and skilled with Adobe- Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, ...
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Scale your adsScript, storyboard, voiceover, and animation for a 60–90s explainer on the homepage.
Create your explainerStory-led 30–60s brand piece for the homepage or launch announcement.
Create your videoTake raw creator footage and edit into paid-ready ads, hooks, captions, music.
Edit your UGCDevelopment specialisms and the cross-functional roles you'll often hire alongside.
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“Working with Treasure was a great experience. She understood the direction of the video right away and brought a level of storytelling that really elevated the final result. The pacing, visuals, and overall edit felt clean and engaging, exactly what we were aiming for. Communication was smooth throughout, and she delivered...”
Alexa @ Canosa Media
Jul 30, 2026
“Opeyemi was great to work with, she delivered our full product line in under a week with zero revisions needed. Communication was fast and final, cut to match our brand”
Kimberly @ Marketing Lead at Northbridge Retail
Jul 22, 2026
“Alex was super helpful in critiquing my music video. With very detailed notes, breaking down each section and explaining why and how I could improve the video as a whole. She clearly lives and breathes film and put a lot of positive energy back into my project.”
Joe @ Joe Pickering
Jul 18, 2026
“I hired Jade to edit short form content for my brand and the quality exceeded my expectations. The edits were engaging, the pacing was excellent and every video matched the style I was looking for. Communication was clear throughout the project, revisions were handled quickly and deadlines were always met. I would...”
Sofie @ Smite Media
Jul 1, 2026
“Working with Michael Carter on The Time was an exceptional experience. Michael demonstrated remarkable creativity, professionalism, and dedication throughout every stage of the filmmaking process. His ability to transform a compelling concept into a visually captivating and emotionally engaging film reflects both his...”
Third @ THIRD EYE MEDIA PRODUCTIONS LTD.
Jun 30, 2026
“Whitney is literally the HARDEST WORKER and will not let you down in any circumstance. In my class and in her professional career, Whitney masters her craft, wraps her head around CC like a boss and won't stop until the project is done right and with heart. I 110% endorse her for any and all projects / assignments she's up...”
Steven @ Sound Supervisor, Oregon Public Broadcasting
Jun 19, 2026
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