SERVICES
Communication strategies
We collaborate with clients to assess the organisation's current communication practices, identify and understand their target audiences, define clear and measurable objectives aligned with their goals, develop key messages, propose the most effective channels to reach their audiences, and create a timeline for implementation.
Writing and editing
We specialise in crafting compelling content that is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client and resonate with their target audiences. Our goal is to deliver messages with clarity and impact. We excel at demystifying technical content, enabling the clear communication of complex ideas to non-technical audiences.
Media relations
Establishing robust relationships with media outlets across broadcast, online, and print platforms is vital for impactful communication. We pride ourselves on fostering strong connections with journalists, editors, and producers throughout South Africa, enabling us to secure extensive media coverage and enhance positive exposure for our clients.
Additionally, we provide comprehensive media training to equip company spokespersons for successful media engagements, while diligently monitoring media coverage.
Crisis communications
During organisational crises, we swiftly respond to mitigate potential reputational damage, provide support to our clients' leadership teams, and manage media relations.
Social media
We create social content and implement social media campaigns across platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and LinkedIn.
Stakeholder communications
We work with our clients to craft engaging content aimed at:
Cultivating robust employee engagement, fostering cohesive teamwork, and driving organisational alignment.
Keeping strategic stakeholders well-informed about critical organisational developments.
Community media
Through a strategic partnership with a specialised community media company, we are able to reach audiences in both deep rural and dense urban communities.
Graphic design
We partner with skilled graphic designers to empower our clients, enabling them to showcase their organizations through top-notch online and print materials.
Publications and reports
We write, edit and design a wide range of publications and reports, including detailed technical reports.
Newsletters
Revolutionise your corporate communication with our comprehensive service, offering expert writing, editing, seamless compilation and design of both internal and external newsletters.
Photography and videography
We collaborate with top photographers and videographers to deliver high-quality images and videos that precisely match our clear briefs and meet our clients' needs.
Websites
We partner with specialist developers to craft compelling and relevant websites designed to captivate users. Leveraging dedicated content management systems and search engine optimization (SEO), we ensure maximum online visibility and traffic.
Additionally, for clients seeking a basic online presence with limited back-end functionality, we produce websites that effectively convey key messages and services while enhancing SEO.
Events
We work with experienced events management companies to plan and execute successful events for our clients.
Cost-effective
Our rates are reasonable and accommodate the budgetary constraints of many donor-funded organisations.
After scoping a project, a budget is agreed upon.
We are transparent about all our costs.
Our invoices always match the agreed scope of work and budget.
When we know a project is taking more time than expected we discuss it with our clients immediately.
End-to-end solutions
Alexandra van Essche works independently and also coordinates the activities of the multiple consultants and skill types required to bring an integrated strategy to fruition.
Enhancing your media presence
Compelling stories: Our team specialises in crafting captivating media releases that resonate with busy newsrooms.
Strong media relationships: We enjoy robust relationships with journalists, producers and editors across print, broadcast and online platforms in South Africa.
Media-ready spokespersons: Through comprehensive media training and briefings, we ensure that your spokespeople are equipped to handle any inquiry from reporters with confidence, effectively delivering your intended messages.
Media coverage monitoring: Through daily media coverage tracking, we are able to provide regular coverage reports to our clients and promptly address any negative sentiments should they emerge.
"We get the good stories into the media and keep the bad stories out!"