A little bit Sleazy, a little bit Mellow, JT stays true to Ballantine’s.
There are some projects that are just made to be. People and brands that are perfect for each other. Which is how, as a continuation of their worldwide Stay True Cities campaign, Ballantine’s called on Spitfire Film Director, Sound Designer and Music Producer JT to create their latest documentary showcasing two of Pitori’s hottest DJs.
Sons of Soshunguve and Ga-Rankuwa, Mellow and Sleazy found each other through their love of Bacardi and Amapiano and they haven’t looked back since. While JT’s love of merging music, visuals and sound design to tell stories with a striking/gritty/vibrant style really shines through in this five minute mini-documentary for Ballantine’s and #staytruecities.
Living the work is what comes naturally to JT, whatever the project. You could say that working with extremely talented people and brave clients is music to his ears. Take a look for yourself. And then contact us to see – and hear – what JT can do for you.
CREDITS
Client: Ballantine’s
Ntumi Kondile - Brand Manager
Agency: Rapt Creative
Copywriter: Phakamani Mancotywa
GAD: Tarquin Mckie
PR & Influencer Partnership Manager: Lerato Lefafa
Production Manager: Marguerite Coetsee
Account Executive: Mbuso Mkhalipi
Account Manager (Total Exposure): Katlego Maifadi
Production House: Spitfire Films
Director: JT Moatshe
1st Assistant Director: Cameryn Clarke
Executive Producer: Liesl Lategan
Producer: Bale M
Production Manager: Relebohile Thianye
Trainee Director: Hloni Ntsooa
Production Assistant: Tapiwa Nyamayawo
DOP: Marty Bleazard
Drone Operator: Musa Nkondo
Photographer: Jonotao Morais
Key Gaffer: Jean du Plessis
Best Boy Lights: Jacques Germishuiz
DIT: Ryan Shepard
Sound: Mlatu Mathebula
Makeup: Tshego Ramorwesi
Post: Kelly Barrett
Artists: Mellow & Sleazy
Artist Manager: Vuyo Renene
Artist Manager: Palesa
Road Manager: Ofentse
“Where there’s a screen, there’s an opportunity.” When Spitfire Films was established a decade ago by Executive Producer Liesl Karpinski and Director AK, this was a statement of intent designed to disrupt the existing production model. And Spitfire has been doing it successfully ever since. South Africa’s first 360º content production company, Spitfire has collaborated closely with the industry’s top advertising agencies and clients to create some of the country’s most effective – and engaging – content.
From TV and cinema commercials, and hugely successful interactive digital campaigns (KFC “Shakin”), to activations for Fox Crime, Insta stories for Mumm Champagne, and SA’s first interactive horror film with Facebook Live for DSTV, Spitfire has created outstanding work for every kind of content. And built a reputation for fast turnaround times, excellent value, and high creative standards. Standards embraced by our grassroots talent who are in the process of becoming Spitfire shareholders.
But it’s the work itself that speaks the loudest to Spitfire’s intent. And talent. Please take a look.