We Are
A modern multimedia company that serves clients and audiences through a portfolio of specialised media and entertainment businesses.
We utilise the breadth of African ideas, skill and identity to tell authentic stories that engage, entertain and inspire audiences.
While we are based in Harare Zimbabwe, we take advantage of the possibilities provided by technology to serve clients locally and across the globe.
WE ARE
We are a modern multimedia company utilizing the breadth of African ideas, skill and identity to tell authentic stories that engage, entertain and inspire audiences.
While we are based in Harare Zimbabwe, we take advantage of the possibilities provided by technology to serve clients across the globe.
We produce , publish and market multimedia content including animation, film & video, graphic novels, music, podcasts and digital interactive content that entertains, informs and inspires audiences.
We partner with brands, creative talent and development organizations to co-produce MULTIMEDIA CONTENT, IMPLEMENT CREATIVE PROJECTS and help them connect with target audiences.
what we do
We produce , publish and market multimedia content including animation, film & video, graphic novels, music, podcasts and digital interactive experiences that entertain and inspire audiences. We partner with brands, creative talent and development organizations to co-produce, publish and distribute MULTIMEDIA CONTENT and IMPLEMENT CREATIVE PROJECTS that help them connect with target audiences.
We Serve
Global audiences with authentic, engaging and inspiring African stories.
Ad Agencies, Brands, NGOs, Corporates, Film Studios, TV Networks, Digital Media platforms and all organisations that use multimedia content to connect with audiences through new and traditional media.
CONTENT CREATION
We are passionate about telling authentic African stories. From animation , blogs, film & video, graphic novels, music, podcasts, and more our multimedia brands produce and publish content that engages, entertains and inspires audiences across websites, mobile apps, social media, TV and in person events.
We build communities of fans around our content and leverage these audiences to offer bespoke advertising and brand engagement opportunities to relevant brands and advertisers . Our brand partnerships offer prime brand visibility and audience engagement across multiple channels, delivering desired business outcomes.
Our MultiMedia Brands
A creative hub and multimedia studio working with African digital artists. Comexposed produces and publishes comic books and animation as well as organises pop culture events. We provide creative services to brands, corporates, studios and development organisations that require animation and digital design services.
Production Services
Film & Video Production
We create outstanding film and video content that tells engaging stories. Our services cater for projects such as marketing videos, TV Commercials, explainer videos, TV shows and films.
Audio & Music Production
With a fully equipped studio, our audio production team delivers high quality audio productions. Our services include audio & voice recording, music composition, sound design, mixing and mastering for radio commercials, podcasts, video, film & TV, video games and music projects.
Multimedia Design
We utilise digital technology to create 2D illustrations, digital paintings, 3D Models , character animation, motion graphics and VFX (Visual Effects) for a variety of multimedia use cases including animated videos, graphic novels and interactive media (websites, apps, video games)
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Delivering media campaigns or creative arts projects requires the right strategy and execution to achieve desired results. Dealing with and coordinating multiple parties including creatives, production teams and media platforms can be challenging. We offer bespoke project management services to help clients coordinate planning, production and distribution to deliver their projects. Whether its a marketing campaign, event or an arts and culture project such as a film, exhibition, festival or incubation programme, we ensure everything comes together to achieve your desired outcomes.
our work
Scripts & Bars
Since January 2022, Kay Media and Reprezent (UK) have collaborated to codesign and deliver Scripts and Bars, a creative incubation and accelerator program for music and literature creatives in Zimbabwe and UK. Scripts and Bars is funded by British Council and Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC). Through the programme, Kay Media and Reprezent have successfully delivered workshops, digital content collaborative projects and residencies , networking and knowledge sharing events as well as radio broadcasts that have benefited over 150 creatives to date from Zimbabwe and the UK. The Scripts and Bars programme has enhanced the business and digital skills of participating creatives, creating pathways for success as well as provided access to markets and new audiences thereby improving livelihoods.
Ephemeral Tales
Ephemeral Tales- The Tale of Stavo is a nail-biting, animated musical miniseries which draws the talents of a new generation of contemporary musicians and upcoming animators. The 4-part series produced in Zimbabwe by young artists under the guidance of the industry’s renowned animation and music veterans, dives headfirst into social themes, exploring issues affecting young people in ways that most have shied away from. Ephemeral tales was produced by Kay Media Africa and the visionary minds behind Comexposed. The project was funded through the Sound Connects Fund delivered by Music in Africa Foundation and funded by the Goethe institute, ACP-EU and Siemens
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“We are not Warren Buffet, Or Albert Einstein , we are Master Yoda in chinos & no tie on.”
-Eugene Ramirez Mapondera
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