Video Production Services in Johannesburg
Full-Service Video Production, Managed In-House
You need a video that gets results, not just a video that looks nice. Whether you’re launching a product, training staff, or telling your organisation’s story, the right video moves your audience to act.
Astral Studios has produced video content for South African businesses, government departments, and non-profit organisations since 1991. Every stage happens in-house, scripting, filming, editing, voice-over, and final delivery, so you get one point of contact and a shorter path from idea to finished video.
Tell us what you’re trying to achieve. We’ll help you figure out the right format, timeline, and budget to get there.
CORPORATE VIDEO
Your brand, mission, and services deserve more than a slideshow. A well-made corporate video builds trust with the people who matter most, customers, investors, and your own staff.
We produce internal comms videos, launch videos, training content, and testimonials that reflect how your organisation actually works. Every project starts with your goals, not a template.
TRAINING VIDEOS
Complex processes are hard to explain in a manual. A training video breaks them down so your team actually remembers what they learned.
We build training content around how your people learn best, live-action demonstrations, animated explainers, or a mix of both. The goal is simple: fewer questions, faster onboarding, and a team that feels supported rather than overwhelmed.
FUNCTIONS AND EVENTS
Your event has one shot to be captured properly. A conference, product launch, or awards ceremony passes quickly, and what you’re left with is the footage.
We film and edit event content that holds up long after the day itself, for internal reporting, for your marketing, or simply so you have a record worth sharing.
MARKETING VIDEOS
Your audience scrolls past most video content without a second look. Ours is built to earn that second look, and the action that follows it.
We produce explainer videos, product demos, testimonials, and social media content shaped around your audience’s actual behaviour, not just your brand’s message.
DOCUMENTARIES
Some stories need more room than a two-minute promo can give them. A documentary lets you go deeper, research, narrative, and pacing that respects the subject.
From short-form pieces built for online audiences to full-length work for broadcast, we handle every stage so the final film does justice to the story you’re telling.
What You Get With Every Project
- Research and audience analysis, so the video is built around who’s actually watching
- Scriptwriting, storyboarding, casting, and voice-over selection handled in-house
- Filming and directing across TV commercials, documentaries, corporate videos, and live events
- Post-production across four edit suites, with sound design and final mix included
- Animation and visual effects, from 2D infographics through to 3D character work
- A green screen studio for presenter videos, interviews, and branded virtual sets
- Event support, from theme development through to live-to-screen coverage
For more on what this typically costs, see our video production cost guide. If you’re still working out what you need before you approach a production company, our video production brief template is a good place to start.
PROFESSIONAL VIDEO PRODUCTION SERVICES
Marketing Videos
You need to look no further to create your online corporate video and begin marketing your product and services
Animated Videos
Customize your video to include animated `illustrations, motion graphics and special visual effects
Corporate Videos
Create a brand and showcase your company from our corporate media services, to engage with your audience
Advertising & Promotion
Television commercials can be the most efficient way to advertise to a targeted audience, creating product awareness
GREEN SCREEN STUDIO
Harness the power of the Green Screen Studio. The ultimate in creating interesting illusions and promoting creativity
PHOTOGRAPHY
Photography is an important element in advertising campaigns, they say it’s worth a thousand words
LIVESTREAMING
We offer multiple camera recording for shows and conferences, interviews for speakers, celebrities and testimonials for your product and services
DOCUMENTARIES
Produce a documentary that can serve as premium content for your Public Relations and Social media marketing
Astral Studios is a leading television production house in Johannesburg specialising in offering clients a complete package of video production services for commercial advertising and corporate content creation, including the production of online marketing videos and post production editing.
Our in-house production facility offers an integrated One-Stop project management and production undertaking, including, consultation with respect to advertising, branding, communications, training and eventing needs.
► Concept, Research and Theme development via market / audience analysis
► Broadcast and Graphic Design including Corporate ID and logo development
► Pre-production – Scriptwriting and storyboard development, casting for actors, voice-artist selection, Extensive Stock footage selection from our own library.
► Producing and Directing – TV commercials, documentaries, corporate videos, product launches, road shows as well as live events and stage productions.
►Post production editing – 4 edit suites are available for advanced digital editing.
► Sound Booth facility for voice over recording. Music and audio final mixing sound design, with sound effects.
► Animation and Visual Effects – includes 3D Modelling and Character Animation and development, Flat 2D (infographics), motion graphic and animation, with and Multi-layered Visual Effects and Compositing.
► Blue / Green Screen Key Studio for Presenting to video as well as interviews and the creation of Broadcast looking Virtual studios created to suit clients Brand identity.
► Event Management – including generating of theme, electronic invite design, live to screen cameras, photography, creating interactive game shows and other fun video entertainment ideas.
Frequently Asked Questions About Astral Studios
Got questions about working with a video production company in Joburg? Here’s everything you need to know about Astral Studios.
What does Astral Studios actually do?
Astral Studios is a Johannesburg-based video production company. We’ve been around since 1991. We handle everything from scripting and storyboarding through to filming, editing, voice-over, and final delivery. All production happens in-house, so there’s no outsourcing.
What types of videos do you produce?
We produce a wide range of video content. This includes:
- Corporate videos
- Training and induction videos
- TV commercials
- Documentaries
- E-learning content
- Event and function videos
- Marketing and branded content
- Animated and motion graphics videos
So whether you need a product launch video or a full documentary, we can help.
Who do you work with?
We work with businesses, government departments, and non-profit organisations across South Africa. Our clients come from many different industries and sectors.
Do you handle the full production process?
Yes, we do. You don’t need to bring in outside help. We manage concept development, scripting, storyboarding, casting, filming, editing, sound design, animation, and post-production. It’s a complete, one-stop service.
What is your production facility like?
Our facility includes four digital editing suites, a sound booth for voice-over recording, and a blue/green screen studio. We also offer 3D modelling, character animation, motion graphics, and visual effects. Plus we have our own stock footage library.
What services fall under video production at Astral Studios?
Here’s a quick overview:
| Service | What It Covers |
|---|---|
| Corporate Videos | Brand, mission, internal comms, testimonials |
| Training Videos | Employee training, induction, e-learning |
| Marketing Videos | Product demos, explainers, social media ads |
| TV Commercials | Broadcast advertising, promotional content |
| Documentaries | Short-form and full-length documentary production |
| Events Coverage | Conferences, product launches, functions |
| Green Screen Studio | Virtual studios, presenter videos, illusions |
| Livestreaming | Multi-camera live events, interviews, conferences |
| Photography | Advertising and campaign photography |
| Animation | 2D, 3D, motion graphics, visual effects |
Can you help with animated videos?
Yes, we can. Our animation services include flat 2D graphics, motion graphics, 3D modelling, character animation, and multi-layered visual effects. These work well for explainer videos and e-learning content.
What about live events and functions?
We cover corporate conferences, product launches, charity events, and more. Our team captures the key moments and turns them into a well-edited video you can share afterwards.
Do you offer livestreaming?
We do. We offer multi-camera recording for shows and conferences. We also handle livestreamed interviews for speakers, celebrities, and testimonial recordings.
Can you help small businesses, or just big companies?
We work with organisations of all sizes. From small businesses to large government departments. If you need video content, we can talk about what works for your budget and goals.
Where is Astral Studios based?
We’re based in Johannesburg, Gauteng. But we produce content for clients across South Africa.
How do I get started?
You can contact Astral Studios directly through our website. From there, we’ll chat about your needs and figure out the best approach for your project.
Does Astral Studios do photography too?
Yes. Photography is also part of what we offer. It’s especially useful for advertising campaigns and marketing materials.
What makes Astral Studios different from other production companies?
We’ve been doing this since 1991. Everything stays in-house, from the first idea to the final video. That means better quality control and a smoother process for you.
For further information on our video production and online marketing services, please browse below or contact our video production agency today.
