There is so much that can be achieved by shooting in South Africa. The diversity of locations and faces, the expertise of the crew and the affordability of all aspects of the industry make even the most ambitious briefs achievable when you have the right production partner.

The team at Steel thrives on making production dreams a reality using their extensive experience and love of the people they work for and with, to create fuss-free and memorable experiences that keep their clients coming back again and again.

Recent productions include:

• H&M Home by photographers Renee Kemps and Debi Treloar.
• H&M Conscious SS19 with North6 by photographer Christian MacDonald.
• Breitling Triathlon Squad with Spring Studios London by photographers Anders Overgaard and Dougal Paterson, DOP Jason Hearn.
• Corteva with Spur Productions by photographer Joey L. and DOP Josh Rowe.
• MasterCard in Zanzibar for Spring Studios New York with  DOP Ryan Janssens.
• DinersClub Guide to the Best Destinations in South Africa by photographer Nathan Lunda.
• Karen Millen with Fuse Prod by photographer Rory Payne and DOP Ryan Janssens.

The past season has given the Steel family a chance to really experience the full breadth of production diversity in Africa, and with summer just around the corner they are fired up to share even more of this magic with their clients.

Just Us is a stills and motion production company based in Cape Town that specialises in all aspects of production. We pride ourselves on our creative integrity, resourceful problem-solving, eco-conscious sets and lateral thinking. As efficient as we are ambitious, we deliver on time, on brand and on budget. We believe the experience is just as important as the product and will make sure you leave Cape Town happy with both.

''It has been a busy season for Just Us Production, from major TV commercials to smaller editorials, there is no budget we won’t tackle and deliver on. Summer is landing in Cape Town and with our water levels at an all-time high, the finest locations on offer and a wide range of professional talent, where else would you go for your next summer brief?

Richard and Nick are devoted producers and maintain a professional, attentive and unforgettable working environment.''

This Showcase features a selection of our work including Dare2B by Sam Robinson, Regatta by David Short, Jigsaw by Grant James Thomas, James Harvest by Nils Odier, Mamas & Papas by Justin Badenhorst, Allergodil TVC by Sarel Esterhuizen and Magnofit TVC by John Lowes.

"We provide full production services from conceptualisation to realisation for motion and image shoots, offering our professional film services from small to large-scale productions.

Our goal is to accomplish the creative vision of our clients.

With over 20 years of film production experience in South Africa and understanding the importance of the creative process, our experienced team make the magic of your production come alive.

We are based in Cape Town and operate internationally, creating create custom-made shoot packages to suit your specific requirements and thinking out of the box to keep your budgets as cost effective as possible.

Being one of the first European Production service companies based in Cape Town, we’ve built a strong network of the best professionals to work with.

Follow us on Instagram or check out our show reel online."

"We are passionate about making creative briefs a reality across all media - film, video and stills. Providing solutions to clients that best suit their needs, we work with a network of crew, locations and talent created over the past 20 years, offering the best for each production.

We believe in the power of collaboration, putting together a team focussed on working together towards a common purpose. You think it, we will produce it!"

With 14 years’ experience in the fashion photo and film industry, Dillon Buirski is based in Cape Town and London.

He studied Art Direction at AAA School of Advertising, after which he pursued a career as a fashion photographer, which eventually evolved into the dynamic role of fashion director. His considered style, creativity and attention to detail make him a favourite among fashion retail houses.

Dillon has directed work for the likes of Primark, Tommy Hilfiger, Jack Wills, George ASDA, F&F, Superbalist and Boden. His work has seen him travel the globe extensively to shoot with a multitude of international clients.

Located in Contermanskloof in the Durbanville Hills just 20 minutes from Cape Town, Studio 26 was built by fashion photographer Peter Schreiber to offer two individual and completely different sets to cater to clients' needs.

• The Open Air Studio: An outdoor studio, purpose built to offer architectural lines and open sky. Paint or customize it any way desired - the sky is the limit!
• The Lake Houses: A little village of wooden shacks and houses offering a rustic yet variable location. Any look is possible, from Montana to the Caribbean, Tom Sawyer to Bruce Weber.
 Fishing, swimming, hiking, partying, nautical or surfer-boy... you name it!

"At Studio 26 almost anything is possible... just talk to us!"

Visit the website or email studio manager Gisela Knopf for more information.

Christof v d Walt is a professional commercial and advertising photographer based in Cape Town and Johannesburg and specialising in portraiture and lifestyle orientated commercial photography.

Christof is represented by Red Hot Ops in Johannesburg and One League Creative Management in Cape Town. He collaborates with local and international agencies on a regular basis to produce quality images, from billboard to banner.

His most recent work was a print and billboard campaign for Czech beer brand Kozel with McCann Prague.

Christof relies on his experience as a lighting specialist, that in conjunction with his eye for detail and understanding of the natural environment perfectly equips him to deliver on briefs - from the ordinary to the extraordinary.

"With a client roster that reads from A -Z including Nike, Renault, Mercedes Benz, Virgin and Polo, there is a place for your brief to come to life in his hands.”

Nick van Renen is a commercial photographer working out of Cape Town and Johannesburg.

Nick’s passions are cars, portraiture, landscapes and projects that require careful planning for compositing.

Nick is highly experienced and has worked on many global brands including Johnnie Walker, Audi, BMW, Toyota and Nescafe to name a few.

Nick is also highly experienced in TV set stills, capturing images one would only think possible on dedicated stills productions.

He is very approachable and flexible, and makes sure he dots the i’s and crosses the t’s, going out of his way to get an outcome that thrills agencies and clients.

Johannesburg-based photographer Aart Verrips, has captured the attention of the South African fashion scene while making a global and digital impact.

Aart continues to gain recognition for a distinctive style that merges the daring, provocative and risqué, while maintaining a commercial aesthetic, expansive creativity and attention to detail that hint at his earlier studies as a pastry chef in France.

Working on major projects with brands such as Levi's, Kurt Geiger and Adidas, he continues to push the boundaries to create better and more enticing images.

Cape Town-based Hannah Mentz is an award-winning lifestyle, kids and portrait photographer. She is known for bringing out the best in her subjects, be they adults, children or dogs. Cape Town provides a spectacular backdrop for her to create beautiful lifestyle images.

Recent European lifestyle campaigns include Danone, Ross & Brown designer sunglasses and travel company Sunweb. Previously based in London, clients included BBC, Slimfast, Servite Housing and The Barbican. Her work has also been published in The Sunday Times (UK) for Lloyds TSB and in Time magazine. She also produces work for local and international NGO’s, including Comic Relief.