MORE ABOUT US
Always Cooking
Burnt Onion Productions is a South African, Johannesburg based Film and Television production company established in 2008. The company has produced short form and long form content, for various local and international broadcasters, including NETFLIX, SABC1, SABC2, SABC3, Multichoice, eTV and Paramount Africa (BET, MTVBase, MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central).
At Burnt Onion Productions we do the whole enchilada, from concept to delivery, we work with one goal in mind, “to make sure that everything is cooked to absolute perfection”. In short, we believe that the combination of fresh creativity and a commitment to quality is a recipe for great storytelling.
We’re a passionate bunch of people who ensure that high-end quality productions and stories are produced in the most vibrant, innovative and cost-effective ways.
THE COOKS
Too Many Cooks Spoil the Broth, that's why we only have 3!
KATLEHO "KATT" RAMAPHAKELA
Managing Director
Katleho is the man who makes things happen. He was all set to be a number cruncher, completing his BCom Accounting degree at UJ before discovering his creative side. But when he first got involved in the audio-visual arts, he went for it full-on, gathering valuable experience across all spheres of television and film, first as a writer, and eventually a Head Writer and producer on numerous South African shows. Now he is the Head Chef over at Burnt Onion, ensuring that everything is cooked to absolute perfection. Katleho continues to write and direct whilst managing the business side of things for the company.
TSHEPO RAMAPHAKELA
General Manager
Tshepo keeps the business side of things running. He makes sure our clients are always satisfied to the max, while bringing home our bacon. With over eight years of experience as an analyst and statistician, Tshepo brings his financial and managerial experience to Burnt Onion Productions. Tshepo is the guy who monitors resources to ensure that quality products are delivered as fast as possible.
RETHABILE "RETTI" RAMAPHAKELA
Creative Director
With excellent taste and flair, award-winning all-rounder Rethabile, brings her distinctive creative genius to the table. As soon as she completed her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Motion Picture Medium at AFDA, Rethabile started tackling the TV industry head-on, working across a range of television genres. Rethabile brings her creative flair to the company ensuring that the creative vision is carried out through every stage of film making process.
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