Who We Are

Ziaoba is a South Africa–based production company creating premium visual content for brands, broadcasters, and partners who value storytelling with purpose.

We specialise in productions that require trust — long timelines, challenging locations, multiple stakeholders, and high brand visibility. Our reputation is built on delivering what we promise, protecting our partners, and elevating every project beyond expectation.

A film set is captured with a focus on a camera monitor displaying a scene being filmed. Multiple people are present, some in the background and one prominently in the center of the monitor, possibly holding a clapperboard. The lighting is warm with a slightly cluttered environment including chairs and various items.
A live music event with a band performing on stage. Bright lights and multimedia screens illuminate the space, creating a lively atmosphere. The audience is standing with several people raising their hands, suggesting engagement and enthusiasm.

Brand Protection – Every partnership is designed to safeguard reputation and category integrity.

Execution Excellence – Planning, logistics, and risk mitigation are as important as creativity.

Longevity – We build content that lives beyond launch day.

Ziaoba Entertainment

2022 – Present

Samantha’s production skills shine as they blends creativity with strategic execution.
Independent Producer, Production manager, Production co-ordinator

Freelance -Various local and international companies

1992 – 2022

Ziaoba Entertainment

2022 – Present

His experience blends technical, creativity and strategic execution, being a realist is his speciality.

Globe Cast, South Africa

2012 – 2023

Managed productions, technical direction, live shoots and activations, honing skills in coordination and production.

Director of Photography, Camera operator, High Speed Cinematography (Craig Ruurds)

Freelance -Various local and international companies

1998 – 2014

Their work blends creativity with strategic execution. For a full CV of Samantha or Craig, please request