Stories that
move people.
Brand films, commercials, social reels, podcasts, events and documentaries, plus the photography to match. Planned, shot and edited by one team in Gqeberha.
one team
Visual storytelling
with purpose.
FVM Mediahouse is a Gqeberha-based creative studio founded by François Masuabi, Founder and Creative Director. We combine creative storytelling with disciplined production: commercial video, photography, post-production and creative direction.
We have produced work for brands including Sanlam, Nikon, Zhiyun, RE/MAX, Nelson Mandela University, Saramonic and Teleperformance, from corporate films and event coverage to campaigns and documentaries.
See what we do.
A selection of our recent video work across brands, events and documentaries.
ShowreelYour audience is
watching.
Video holds attention
People watch, share and remember video far more than text. It is the fastest way to explain what you do.
Quality builds trust
Professional sound, light and editing make a business look established and credible.
One shoot, many uses
A single production gives you a main film, short reels and photos for months of content.
Video and photography,
under one roof.
From one-day shoots to full productions, planned, filmed, photographed and edited by one team.
Corporate & brand films
Company profiles, brand stories, training and testimonials.
Commercials & social reels
Adverts, product videos and vertical reels.
Podcasts & interviews
Multi-camera podcasts, interviews and talk shows.
Events
Conferences, launches and awards, with fast highlights.
Documentary film
Real stories about people, places and impact.
Photography
Headshots, team, branding, event and product photos.
Corporate & brand filmShow who you are
and why it matters.
Films that introduce your business, explain what you do and show the people behind it.
- Company profiles and brand story films
- Training, onboarding and internal communication videos
- Client testimonials and case studies
- Explainer videos with motion graphics
- Versions for your website, presentations, LinkedIn and YouTube
Commercial / advertAdverts that
sell.
Short, high-impact commercials for products, services, launches and campaigns.
- Concept, script and storyboard
- Studio or location shoots with cinema cameras and lighting
- Product videos for online stores and ads
- 15, 30 and 60-second cut-downs
- Licensed music, sound design and colour grading
Social reel (vertical)Made for the
scroll.
Vertical 9:16 videos for Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts and Facebook, shot and edited to stop the scroll.
- Hooks in the first 2 seconds, captions on every video
- Product demos, behind the scenes, tips and trends
- Batch-filmed so one shoot gives you weeks of content
- Edited in your brand style with on-screen text
- Ideal as a monthly retainer
Podcast & interviewConversations,
captured properly.
Multi-camera podcasts and interviews with broadcast-quality sound, in your space or on location.
- 2–3 camera set-ups with professional microphones
- Full episodes for YouTube and audio for podcast platforms
- Short clips and quotes for social media
- Leadership interviews and expert panels
- Monthly podcast retainers available
Event highlightsEvery moment,
covered.
Conference, launch, awards and community event coverage, with fast highlight edits you can share while people are still talking.
- Speaker sessions, panels and keynote recordings
- 1–3 minute highlight films
- Same-day or next-day social clips
- Photographer and videographer together on the day
- Live interviews with guests and sponsors
Documentary filmReal stories,
told with care.
Documentaries about people, places and impact, for organisations, foundations, brands and communities.
- Research, story development and interview planning
- Sensitive, respectful filming with informed consent
- Short documentaries for impact reports and fundraising
- Long-form films for screenings and festivals
- Subtitles in English, isiXhosa or Afrikaans on request
The photos to match
your film.
Add a photographer to any shoot, or book photography on its own.
Corporate headshots & team
Consistent headshots and team photos for websites, LinkedIn and profiles.
Branding & lifestyle
Images of your people, places and work for websites and campaigns.
Events & conferences
Speakers, guests, sponsors and atmosphere, delivered fast.
Product photography
E-commerce, lifestyle, food and tech. See our product photography page.
View product photography →
Where the story
comes together.
Every project is edited in-house by our post-production team.
- Story editing with up to two rounds of revisions
- Colour grading for a consistent, cinematic look
- Sound mixing, licensed music and voice-over
- Motion graphics, titles, lower thirds and logo animation
- Subtitles and captions, and versions for every platform
For businesses with
a story to tell.
Corporates, brands, organisations and events, across Nelson Mandela Bay and beyond.
Once-off or
every month.
Book a single production, or a monthly retainer for regular video and photo content. Every quote is tailored to your goals.
ONCE-OFF PRODUCTION
A single project with a clear scope- Brand film, advert or documentary
- Event coverage and highlights
- Headshots or a branding shoot
- Quoted per project after a short call
MONTHLY RETAINER
Regular content, one consistent look- Monthly reels, podcasts or event coverage
- Photo and video from the same shoot days
- Priority booking and faster turnaround
- Scope and fee agreed at our meet and greet
Pricing is shared after a short call. Retainer scope and fees are agreed at a meet and greet.
Side by side.
| Once-off production | Monthly retainer | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Launches, campaigns, events, documentaries | Ongoing reels, podcasts and content |
| Booking | When you need it | Fixed monthly shoot days |
| Scope | Agreed per project | Agreed monthly allowance |
| Video + photo on the same day | Optional | ✓ |
| Priority booking | — | ✓ |
| Two revision rounds | ✓ | ✓ |
| Licensed music | ✓ | ✓ |
| Commercial usage licence | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pricing | Quoted after a call | Agreed at meet and greet |
From first call
to final cut.
Book a call
A quick call about your goals, audience and timelines.
Meet & greet
We meet, agree the scope and send a written quote.
Pre-production
Script, shot list, locations, people and call sheet.
Shoot day
We film and photograph on location or in studio.
Edit & deliver
Cuts for your review, then final files for every platform.
A short overview
of our terms.
The full terms are set out in our production agreement, which we send with your quote.
Clear written scope
Every project is confirmed in a written quote and agreement.
Simple bookings
Once-off projects start with a 50% deposit. Retainers have a 3-month minimum.
You approve the plan
Scripts and shot lists are approved before we film.
Two revision rounds
Each video includes a first cut and two rounds of changes.
Consent on camera
Everyone on camera signs a consent form. POPIA-compliant.
Use your content freely
A commercial licence for your website, social media and events.
Our latest videos.
Click any video to watch.
Social reel (vertical)Corporate & brand filmCommercial / advertPodcast & interviewEvent highlightsDocumentary film
Let’s tell
your story.
Book a free call. We’ll talk about your goals and recommend a once-off production or a monthly retainer that fits.