Kim White – Executive Producer

Having been worldwide account handler with Grey’s in London for clients including, Nokia, P & G, Remington, and others, there is very little that escapes Kim’s eye for detail. Able to put everything into context and to deal calmly with even the most “off the wall” events in the business, Kim is one of those producers whose input is welcomed by everyone, while her problem solving powers provide every production with a solid and constructive platform from which to work.

Kim has been producing International work for the Network for six years, and has a huge range of production contacts worldwide, “The key is to listen, to hear what is needed, to identify the essence of the message and to produce on that basis”.

Janine Vasilantonakis - Producer

Janine joined the Network Productions and represents the Splash@Network directors; Richard Wall, Craig Blyth and Duncan Robson.

“I just knew that both Richard and Craig would benefit enormously from the support and input we receive on each and every job from Kim, Duncan and The Network team. It is something we have observed, in practice, on numerous occasions, with great success, to the benefit of the end product for agency and client alike”.

Janine has produced local and international commercials with various Johannesburg and Cape Town based companies, and is known for solving even the most challenging of problems with a smile and common sense.

Janine can be reached at the Network’s offices at the Old Castle Brewery Woodstock Cape Town. Janine@ntwk.co.za

Craig Blyth – Director

After studying drama Craig switched path to pursue his interest in film production. He graduated from AFDA film school then worked as a researcher in a major production house before using the experience of these formative years as a good grounding to pursue the directing of TV commercials. He has won several awards for his work and has directed commercials for both local and international brands. A strong sense of aesthetic and storytelling underlie his work ethic.

Having studied drama Craig has a great understanding of the actor’s art, and a good feel for dialogue, which give his films an authentic feel, and lends credibility to his carefully chosen cast.

After a sabbatical in which he travelled to Bhutan and the Himalayas, Craig is back and raring to go, keen to bring his considerable creativity and new influences to bear on commercials, once more.

Duncan Robson – Director

Duncan Robson is a bit of a film junky who taken the time to learn every facet of his trade. Starting in some of the busiest high-end cutting rooms in London, he rapidly became one of the most sought after commercials editors in Europe, where he is still highly regarded for his post skills.

He started directing, creating and designing special effects with miniature models, motion control, and front projection. Companies he worked with included Fotherley Arkadon, Mike Uden Opticals, DirectFX, and Rushes in London.

Duncan’s live action portfolio includes films directed for Jaguar and SEAT, for CitiBank, Dresdner Bank, Clarins, Contax, Triumph, Yardley, and more. Recently he created and directed a US$ 7million campaign consisting of 21 commercials for the Saudi Arabian mobile communications network, Mobily. A shoot of some 60 days using the FlyingCam mini-helicopter and motion control to bring the deserts to life.

Keen to improve his awareness and skill with actors; Duncan took time out from commercials, to adapt two short stories as theatre plays, which he produced and directed. One of them “ A Woman’s Breast” receiving critical acclaim and featuring on SABC’s “Good Morning South Africa”.

Other work Duncan has directed include a documentary about drought and elephant capture in Zimbabwe, which initiated the establishment of a charity called “Operation Oasis”. His film “Isfahan” which was shortlisted at the LA Shorts Festival won bronze at the Houston Film Festival and won best cinematography at the Nickel Festival, as well as being a jury selection at the Cyprus International Film Festival.

Duncan has an incredible talent for performance directing which is evident in his work. He is both master and savant in this field, a true gem.