MORE ABOUT US
Founded and established by Gareth Edwards, a media professional with 20 years of experience in the broadcast and digital media sector. We collaborate with only the leading production specialists in the industry - presenters, camera operators, drone pilots, broadcast engineers, audio specialists and editing experts.
Our aim is to amplify your hard thought marketing and communication efforts by adding production value that is normally only accessible through major broadcasters and large adverting agencies. You are doing it already, let us help you take it to the next level!
The team has been setup to provide solutions for very small projects as well as large scale recorded and live productions for Online, Social Media and Broadcast. Specialising in conservation and environmental content, NGO marketing support and providing essential media communication for disaster management. Untamed Media has also been created with the small business in mind - whether it is for your school sporting event, educational video and audio content, end of year function, vlogging and podcasting, Media and PR training, Tutorials, Corporate Communications and Training, a revamp of your wildlife lodge or your latest stage event.
The only thing you have to worry about is explaining to your competitors how it looks so good.
COVID 19 SUPPORT
The cost of productions can be intimidating, especially after the economic damage of Covid-19 but everyone deserves their content to be seen by their audience, especially now. We have put together specials to help the smaller guys get their brand seen.
SCHOOL SPORTS AND EVENTS
Due to no spectators being allowed for school sports and events, families and loved ones are missing out on those precious moments. We will provide all our services and technical gear to your school event whether you would like it live or recorded.
Included in this is broadcast cameras, lighting, audio, live streaming, photography and an edited package for your school for you to use on your website or Social Media.
RESTAURANTS AND PUBS
Restaurants, pubs, coffee shops and all the others need our support after the devastation of Lockdown. Let us get your customers back into your chairs and ordering your food and drinks.
Included in this is broadcast cameras, lighting, audio, live streaming, photography and an edited package for you to use on your website or Social Media.
LODGES | B & B'S | HOTELS
The tourism and hospitality industries have been, arguably, the hardest hit during Lockdown. The cost behind marketing and promoting these incredible venues are simply out of touch with the new normal. Let us help you get your client base back to where it was in the "good ol' days."
Included in this is broadcast cameras, lighting, audio, live streaming, photography and an edited package for you to use on your website or Social Media.
THE FUN STUFF
What can we do for you?
PRE-PRODUCTION
Plan. Plan. Plan some more.
Whether it is a simple one camera shoot, or a multicamera production with various live elements - it is the meticulous planning that will ensure its success. We work alongside you to make sure we cover everything you need. Just sit back and let us exceed your expectations.
AND... ACTION!
Life is made of moments. We capture those for you.
From a simple single camera shoot for your company website or social media page, to a multicamera event being streamed or broadcast to thousands of people around the globe on your chosen platform, our team will make it seamless and a pleasure to watch.
MEDIA TRAINING
The best from the best.
Understand the media landscape like never before with our teams unrivalled access to some of the best and most recognised faces and voices in South African broadcasting. Our customised media training sessions take you or your team into the inner workings of how to work with major media organisations and tackle those difficult questions.
OFFLINE AND ONLINE VIDEO EDITING
Bringing your content to life
As one of the most challenging stages in any project, our team of leading television editors take your incredible idea captured on camera and shot-by-shot bring your dream to life.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Capture your audience in a flash.
Video is massively important to your event of course, but photography will always be timeless and we can provide you with the solution of adding professional photographs to your product. From our photography studio to a location of your choosing, our team will find what you are looking for in a flash.
VOICE-OVER RECORDING
Delivering the perfect message.
Serious, dramatic, funny or even cinematic. Have the right voice for your message and production will make it stand out. Our facilities based or mobile voice recording system makes it even easier for you to record the right sound.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Your audience in the palm of your hand.
The ability to reach the exact client and audience you are looking for is literally in your hands. But creating Social Media videos is not the same as a regular video, there are so many more more tips and tricks to make it work on the various platforms. We will plan and shoot accordingly and get the likes you need.
PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP STUDIO
The final touch.
Created and owned by Sandra Megit, one of South Africa's leading professional makeup artists. The Makeup Elements studio is housed at the Untamed Media facility. From simple day or evening makeup, something glamorous for a photoshoot in our studio, your corporate or television event and even your wedding day, Sandra's over 10 years in the industry will only result in the perfect look.
AUTOCUE
Messaging lost in translation
Whether it is presenting your company statement from your own office, delivering a lecture to your online students or simply a few notes so you don't forget, an autocue is industry standard for on-camera delivery. Ours goes wherever you need it.
WEDDING LIVE STREAMING
Your special day should be spent with your nearest and dearest. The world we live in now has changed all of that. Let us bring your friends and family closer to you, no matter how far away they are.
CEREMONY
•Setup and test connection.
•Platform of your choice.
•3 x Professional broadcast cameras.
•Wireless lapel microphones.
•Streaming and video mixing equipment.
•Broadcast lighting as needed.
•Recorded video for you or videographer to use.
•Venue audio can be used if required.
RECEPTION AND SPEECHES
•Setup and test internet connection.
•Live Streaming Platform of your choice.
•3 x Professional broadcast camera.
•Wireless lapel microphones.
•Streaming and video mixing equipment.
•Broadcast lighting as needed.
•Recorded video for you or videographer to use.
•Venue audio can be used if required.
BOTH CEREMONY &
RECEPTION AND SPEECHES
•Setup and test connection.
•Platform of your choice.
•3 x Professional broadcast camera.
•Wireless lapel microphones or handheld.
•Streaming and video mixing equipment.
•Broadcast lighting as needed.
•Recorded video for you or videographer to use.
•Venue audio can be used if required.
FUNERAL LIVE STREAMING
Remembering and celebrating the lives of those who pass should be done with the support of those we cherish. Allow us to assist your family in a dignified and professional manner while we bring them together at the time you need them the most.
BURIAL SITE
•Setup and test connection.
•Platform of your choice.
•1 professional broadcast camera.
*Multiple cameras upon request.
•Lapel or Handheld Wireless Microphones.
•Streaming and video mixing equipment.
•Broadcast lighting as needed.
•Recorded video for you.
•Venue audio can be used if required.
FUNERAL & MEMORIAL
•Setup and test connection.
•Platform of your choice.
•Professional broadcast camera.
•Lapel or Handheld Wireless Microphones.
•Streaming and video mixing equipment.
•Broadcast lighting as needed.
•Recorded video for you.
•Venue audio can be used if required.
BOTH FUNERAL & BURIAL SITE
•Setup and test connection.
•Platform of your choice.
•Professional broadcast camera.
•Lapel or Handheld Wireless Microphones.
•Streaming and video mixing equipment.
•Broadcast lighting as needed.
•Recorded video for you.
•Venue audio can be used if required.
OUR SECRET INGREDIENT
It's all about scale.
WE DON'T STICK TO INDUSTRY COSTS! HERE'S WHY...
Large and established production companies all around South Africa produce incredible world-class content with a range of experts. That, however, comes with the overheads of running those companies, often landing in your quote and invoice.
Untamed Media has been designed to be small and agile, we know the secrets and the tricks of broadcast and digital media and what is really necessary. You pay only for what is needed for your particular production - not the cost of running the entire company. You will never pay for superfluous equipment or tech and leave you with the question of "Why am I paying for this?"