At Black Rose Creative Lab, we’re all about transforming ideas into captivating, high-quality content across Television, Digital Media & Live Productions.
OUR APPROACH
Creativity lies at the core of everything we do, but it’s human connection that drives us. At Black Rose Creative Lab, we don’t just create content—we craft meaningful experiences and tell stories that resonate and move people. Great content isn’t made with just cameras and lights, but with passion and collaboration. This is heart work, not just hard work.


ABOUT BLACK ROSE CREATIVE LAB
Our team is powered by a collective of creative specialists dedicated to excellence in storytelling, content strategy & visual production.
- The Creative Minds Behind Every Project -
- Mthawelanga
- Kholofelo
- Uthandokazi

Mthawelanga Zakade
Editorial Strategy Associate
Hey, I’m Mthawelanga, a wordsmith of sorts! I graduated from the University of Cape Town with a Bachelor of Arts, earning my stripes in Media and Writing, Film and Television Studies and Gender Studies. When you talk about everything and anything content, you’re talking about me. I dabble in a little bit of everything when it comes to writing because you cannot limit ones creativity. When I’m not typing away, I’m nose-deep in a book, binging a series or debating anyone who will listen about the limitations of existentialism and convincing them that we are all living in a simulation.
Roles :
- Aligns content with client objectives, audience needs, and project brief.
- Develops editorial planning frameworks and workflows to streamline content production.
- Oversees the creation of scripts, storyboards and visual treatments.

Kholofelo Setlatjie
Content Narrative Design Associate
Kholofelo Setlatjile here, a creative and media enthusiast who’s explored the vibrant worlds of radio, TV, print, and digital media. I studied Language Practice and Journalism to expand my skill set and allow me to explore the full scope and art of communication. I truly believe in the power of how we share our stories and the reasons behind it—it fuels my creativity. I love crafting content that blends structure with creativity because I know that a well-told story can inspire change and ignite fresh ideas. When I’m not creating new worlds through storytelling as a writer, producer and content director, you can find me between the pages of a gripping book, at an art exhibition, watching documentaries that take me on all sorts of deep dives, enjoying a new culinary experience or simply nestled in the comfort of my space listening to music. I embody my creative side.
Roles :
- Designs unique content narratives aligned with project goals through storytelling.
- Translates complex ideas into clear, engaging narratives across platforms.
- Ensures content consistency and editorial quality across every stage of production.

Uthandokazi Mahlati
Interactive Media & Visual Experience Associate
Hi Switi! I am a versatile media professional with a strong background in TV and radio production, scriptwriting, and digital content development. Known for crafting compelling visual content, I blend creative storytelling with meticulous research to ensure factual accuracy and cultural relevance. I grew up on TLC (yes, tender love and care but I mean the channel) and have a soft spot for unscripted content.
Roles :
- Leads the design and production of multimedia content and interactive visual experiences.
- Develops visual storytelling treatments that align with the visual outputs and creative direction of the project.
- Optimise content for interactive media formats that promote audience participation and engagement.