YLO Productions is a Cape Town-based stills and motion production company, delivering full-service support to brands, agencies, and creatives shooting in South Africa and across Africa.

"Known for our high-energy, hands-on approach, we specialise in fashion, lifestyle, automotive, commercial campaigns, and documentaries—offering expert production management, casting, location sourcing, and access to a trusted network of top-tier crew. From the streets of Cape Town to remote African landscapes, we know how to bring stories to life.

Recent work includes vibrant lifestyle shoots for Sundek’s swimwear collection, an emotive luxury perfume film for Harrods London, a bold music video for Van Pletzen, and high-impact automotive campaigns. Our documentary productions capture authentic narratives, from wildlife conservation stories, cutting edge research to human-interest films, with the same precision and creative flair we bring to commercial work.

At YLO Productions, we combine global industry expertise with deep local knowledge to deliver projects that are on time, on budget, and visually exceptional. Whether it’s a fashion campaign, a brand film, or a documentary spanning multiple countries, we represent you in Cape Town and Africa—turning ambitious ideas into unforgettable visuals."

"EuroConnection has been bringing bold ideas to life for over 28 years. As a full-service production partner, we support leading global brands, agencies, and creatives with seamless productions that inspire and engage.

From TV commercials and fashion shoots to branded content, we deliver with precision, authenticity, and a no-nonsense approach. Based in Cape Town and following the sun to Lisbon we build rock-solid crews, foster true collaboration, and push for quality that shines through every frame. We don’t just manage productions, we craft visual stories that connect. 

Our clients include some of the world’s most iconic names, such as Heineken, KLM, Tommy Hilfiger, Harrods, Hermès, Coca-Cola, Volkswagen, Brussels Airlines, Unilever, Shell, Pull & Bear, Deutsche Bank, Channel 4, Hunkemöller, BIEN, Gillette, Wavin Global, Always, DOMO,Crossmarks, Panasonic, Movistar, DUPLO, Bugaboo, Snickers, Martini, Boots, Danone, Volkswagen, Milner, Bru, Alpro, Bonaqua, Skoda, Debenhams, Princesse Tam Tam...alongside many other leading brands who trust us to bring their vision to life.

Let’s create something unforgettable together, your vision, our passion. We’re ready when you are, sunny greetings from The Producers!"

Welcome to our latest edition of Showcase Africa, where we feature the exceptional talent and services within the commercial creative industry of the continent. This issue highlights the work of renowned photographers, production companies and directors.

Cape Town has emerged as the hottest destination of the season, attracting major brands like BMW, Adidas, and Canon to its vibrant streets and distinctive interiors. Meanwhile, Cairo served as the perfect backdrop for fashion editorials and an Olympic cover shoot featuring Egyptian swimming star Farida Osman. Zara and Orlebar Brown selected Marrakech as the ideal setting for their projects.

Our featured editorial was shot by photographer Christian Khayó with basketball players from the Khayelitsha township in Cape Town, South Africa. Discover more exceptional creatives in our extensive Africa & Middle East Directory and past issues of Showcase Africa.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant African cultural scene with these recommended events:

Open Call - Made in Egypt: Mobile Photography Exhibition. The exhibition is supported by Photopia Cairo, and the goal is to showcase and shed light on things that can only be seen in Egypt. The deadline to apply is September 10, 2024 at 11:59 pm.

Movie magic comes to 48 Hour Film Project - Cape Town this weekend! Teams of filmmakers will receive their genre and required elements at the Kickoff Friday, then hit the road to write, shoot and edit their short films in 48 hours.

First Productions are film, photo and digital content production experts based in South Africa, producing both locally and abroad.

Their incredible team is renowned for going above and beyond to bring your visual concepts to reality seamlessly and in budget, never compromising on detail and making sure each day is both smooth and enjoyable along the way.

Each production receives their dedicated 100% hands-on personal attention, as well as their strive to maintain a spirit of sustainability, diversity and an eco friendly way of working. They are straight up, hard working and absolutely passionate about what they do. They just love to produce!

First Productions have been fortunate enough to work on some great productions over the last year with some wonderful people and their sterling team. A highlight being a collab between AMC Theatres and Coke which had them racing cars up busy Long Street in Cape Town at 3am. They also produced the new BMW 1 Series with the very talented Damien De Blinkk, amongst other exciting projects.

Please reach out to them for any up and coming projects you may have. They also strive to be involved in your creative journey by providing top location scouting, high standard local castings as well as talented crew all to be found in Cape Town to better pitch your ideas and bring them to reality.

In a realm where creativity knows no bounds, a conscious film campaign emerges, fuelled by the intuitive force of limitless imagination. This is the 'Give Her A Crown' 2024 campaign, empowered by Jaguar and directed by Linda Notelovitz. A campaign of five fashion films for this Female Empowerment platform - championing women through storytelling and the arts.

With a budget that barely stretches beyond the essentials, every decision is a delicate balance between frugality and boundless vision. This campaign, however, is no ordinary endeavour; it is driven by an unyielding belief in the power of art to transcend all constraints. Here, the imagination becomes the currency, and intuition guides each choice, transforming limitations into opportunities.

This year’s theme, ‘Shifting Perspectives’, allows the viewers to embark on a sensory journey. It’s a dance between the tangible and the ethereal, where each film breathes with life and emotion, proving that the most powerful creations are born from the heart.

Keep an eye out for the five fashion films showcasing GHAC’s 2024 group of amazingly talented fashion designers, on Give Her a Crown's Instagram and also on Linda Notelovitz and LifeDesign's social media.

YLO Productions is making waves with its ability to create stress free productions in Cape Town.

"Offering competitive pricing, experienced local teams, and a comprehensive suite of services, we’re equipped to handle motion including social media and TVC’s together with photo production with ease. From concept to completion, we provide global production support, tailored to meet the needs of your brand!

Whether you're shooting films, photos, campaigns, documentaries, fashion editorials, lifestyle pieces, beauty shots, stock images, TV commercials, behind-the-scenes content, digital media, social media stories, or music videos, YLO Productions is your trusted partner.

Our deep industry experience has fostered strong relationships within the field, and our extensive network of suppliers ensures that every detail of your production is perfectly orchestrated, resulting in content that captures the essence of your brand, campaign, or product.

Choose YLO Productions—Cape Town’s leading destination for photo and moving image production."

Gavin Schneider Productions, a Cape Town-based, full-service film and stills production company, has been an industry cornerstone since 1997. Led by the charismatic Gavin Schneider, renowned for securing top rates, exceptional locations, and premier models, the company has thrived in a competitive market. With over 30 years of experience, the GSP team blends Gavin's expertise and connections with a skilled administrative, accounting, and project management team to deliver innovative solutions for every client.

The past season at GSP was exceptionally successful. The company welcomed back loyal clients and forged new partnerships, delivering impactful campaigns. Cape Town’s world-class talent and crews, renowned for their versatility and uniqueness, have been instrumental in capturing the diverse range required by these projects.

Video Cartel reflected on their biggest lesson learned over the past 12 years: when they’re having fun, they produce their best work.

Creating a positive working environment is as crucial as all the other elements that contribute to a great production. In such an environment, creativity flourishes, people smile, and clients high-five. They take this very seriously.

The Video Cartel is a service production agency from South Africa, priding itself on an impeccable work ethic mixed with extensive experience and lavish customer care.

Cape Town Productions strives to continue to deliver production excellence. Proof of this are the results of the Teams 35th season. With extensive knowledge, shared experiences and the humility in adopting an “always willing to learn more” attitude in an ever-changing industry landscape, the team and their clients achieve above the deliverables on a continual basis. Creating community and relationships from all its clients, agencies, suppliers and top-notch crew, results in a warm yet effective family-style environment in the workplace.

Whatever your brief requires, the team at Cape Town Productions absorb it and take it on as their own.

"Whether it be shooting the Volkswagen Golf range on the streets of Cape Town with Frithjof Ohm, shooting in the mountains with world class trail running athletes for Adidas Terrex, set design and gripping downhill night shoots for Cannondale and their elite team, fashion for TU Sainsbury's, the latest BMW i4 with Matthew Jones and the jaw-dropping Audi E-TRON GT / GT RS & GT RS Performance with Ohm & Pretzsch or exciting campaigns for Dewars Whiskey, M&S, Primark, or George, we continue to do it with passion, purpose and commitment. Will you be joining us for season 36?"

No need to look any further, Hoops Productions brings your projects to life all year round, both in South Africa and anywhere else your brief may take you.

With extensive experience and meticulous planning, they manage every detail from start to finish, offering friendly service with a can-do attitude that consistently exceeds expectations and fosters lasting relationships. By collaborating with top local resources, they create a seamless and positive production experience delivering high-quality content on time and within budget, with a commitment to both honesty and integrity.

Recent clients:

Philips Versuni shot by Catherine Falls; DOP Rory Till.
Beechfield Headwear and Westford Mill shot by Simon Powell; DOP Ivan Santiago.
Ellesse Golf shot by Mark Newton.
Nautica Competition shot by Ian Engelbrecht; DOP Tom Poxon.
North Ridge shot by Justin Badenhorst; DOP Rory Till.

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