Welcome To Msomi Africa

creativity in action

"Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes.
Design is knowing which ones to keep."

"Everything is designed. Few things are designed well."

“Bad design is smoke, while good design is a mirror.”

ABOUT US

Msomi Africa was established in 2010. We are 55% black-owned with a BBBEE level 2 rating.

We started off as a design company but soon grew into so much more. Along the way we met interesting and creative professionals who love what they do, just as much as we do. As a team of talented and passionate designers, we excel in our respective fields, making us the ideal partner to take your brand forward. We offer our clients a one-stop, value for money, design experience.

Whether you are looking for a new logo or corporate identity to show off your new company, a captivating short film, a corporate photo shoot or a creative annual report… we are the solution.

WHY USE US

We are experienced! With more than 18 years’ experience in design and over 35 years in copywriting, we’ve built up a formidable network of reliable, professional, experienced and capable service and product providers. We have the ability to: understand and interpret our clients’ needs, meet objectives and deadlines, stay within budget, provide creative solutions. Our hands-on approach ensures quality and efficiency. We take pride in our work and are constantly improving.

SERVICES

Our wealth of experience and hands-on approach ensure a tailor-made solution to meet your company’s needs. Whether you are a large corporate company or a small emerging business, we have the solutions for you.

Brand Guidelines
Brand Roll-out Strategy
Conceptualisation
Logo Design
Marketing Collateral
Naming
Printing

Infographics
Annual Reports
Design and Layout
Magazines
Newsletters
Illustration / Animation
Website Design

Advertising Strategy
Copywriting / Editing
Corporate Gifts and Clothing
Safety Clothing
Package Design
Photography
Video Production

This is by no means a comprehensive list of every service offer. If you are in need of a creative, strategy, or development service not shown here please don’t hesitate to contact us with specific questions you may have.

THE TEAM

Gugu Msomi

DIRECTOR & FASHION DESIGNER

Fashion Designer, Poet and Author Born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa. Gugu studied Fashion Design at Witwatersrand Technikon. Soon after school started designing clothes and joined Vukani, a designer’s network which enabled her to participate in fashion shows in Switzerland, Botswana and Mozambique, including shows in Atlanta, GA.

Jean Geel

CEO & DESIGNER

Graphic Designer / Director / Developer and coffee addict. Studied graphic design at the Pretoria Technikon. Has more than 17 years experience in the design industry. He likes to get hands on with clients ensuring their needs are met.

Anita Stapelberg

CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Creative Director and Graphic Designer. Anita studied Graphic Design at Design School Southern Africa and began her design career in 2001. Design isn't just a job to her but a lifestyle. When she isn't working you'd probably find her at the movies, in a book/coffee shop or busy playing Guild Wars 2.

Jacques Roos

FILM PRODUCER & DESIGNER

Film Producer / Director and Multimedia expert Jacques has a vast understanding of the technical side of cinematography and editing. He's worked on top corporate and commercial gigs and is currently focusing on combining his film making talent with the art of low altitude aerial cinematography and directing.

Heidel Holhs

SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Studied graphic design at the TUT. Heidel has more than 10 years experience in the design industry. Her German heritage, creativity and efficiency makes a lethal combination.

Mariette Nortje

Senior Graphic Designer

Mariette proves that one doesn't need formal graphic design training to succeed in this business. She got her lucky break in a large agency and has never looked back, proving that talent and dedication is what you need.

Kirsty de Wet

Lead Graphic Designer

Designer and Entrepreneur for the past 20 years. Kirsty has joined our team with a dynamic range of design skills including Interior Design and Image Consulting. Her wacky sense of humour and passion for recycling makes her a perfect fit to the MA family. 😊

Warren Haskins

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Warren has a Diploma in Marketing Management and brings with him 25 years of printing experience and is responsible for production. Warren is a logistical “hands on” expert who revels in the day-to-day hassles of getting material through the various stages of production and making the thousand and one irritations and problems of the process disappear for the client, in an industry that is fraught with hectic pace and often impossible deadlines.

Sam Basch

COPY WRITER & EDITOR

4-year BA Communication degree (equivalent to Honours) from the Potchefstroom University, with majors in Journalism, Public Relations, Advertising and English. He has more than 35 years’ experience in media relations and corporate communications.

Peet Schoeman

Head of Finance

Retired as a pastor to take up a career in the advertising industry. He is the head of finance. If you have any queries about invoices and payments, Peet is your man.

Phineas Raseala

LOGISTICS

Phineas plays an integral part in our business operation. He takes exceptional care that your creative materials are delivered promptly and safely to your business premises.

CONTACT US

We’d love to hear from You! Whether it’s for a quote request or just to say hi, you can get in touch with us using the form below.

Contact Details

11 Kuiseb Street, Castle Walk Corporate Park, Unit G, First Floor, Erasmuskloof Pretoria, South Africa

Phone: +27-12-347-7530
Mobile: +27-83-278-2189