The Creative Café

Some people are amazing, and then there’s Kerry - the ultimate unicorn! 🦄✨ A rare blend of brilliance, creativity and kindness, you are the person who makes the impossible look effortless. We are incredibly lucky to have you on our team, and we hope that your birthday is filled with more magic than the words you write 🌟

Happy birthday!

Form and function, with a touch of sophistication

Font choice is a powerful tool for brands to visually communicate their identity and values. It acts as a silent voice – conveying a brand’s personality. For our recent brand evolution we chose Articulat CF, a font that features clean, modern lines that make it suitable for a wide range of applications – from print materials to digital platforms. Articulat’s balanced letterforms and ample spacing also makes for easy legibility, even at smaller sizes or from a distance. Visit our new website to experience its effect first hand: https://thecreativecafe.co.za

Not all digital marketing channels are required to achieve your objectives – read why in our latest blog…

It’s crucial to select the channels that will best reach your target audience and that you are comfortable using to communicate your messaging. Whether you manage these efforts independently or with the help of a digital marketing service provider, ensure that you communicate regularly, with relevant, value-adding information and content that aligns with your brand and reflects your brand’s values and purpose. Read more about how best to use digital assets to achieve results, here: https://thecreativecafe.co.za/the-digital-marketing-ecosystem/

Happy Women’s Day to the powerhouse women in our team – and to all the other powerhouses out there! We salute you!

By carefully crafting a colour palette that aligns with their core values, brands can create a powerful visual identity. It’s a strategic tool that goes beyond aesthetics, shaping how audiences perceive and connect with the brand. Our newly-refreshed colour palette is vibrant and bright – a symbol of our commitment to bold ideas, innovation and pushing the boundaries of creativity! Go and take a look at them in action: https://thecreativecafe.co.za

At The Creative Café, we’re passionate about nurturing the next generation of creative thinkers. That’s why we’re always excited to welcome dynamic students to shadow our team – like Janelle Billett, who’s a third-year Digital Media Design student at UJ. We asked her about her two-week ‘stay’ with us, here's what she had to say...

Website, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), social media, YouTube and LinkedIn, social marketing, email marketing, e-commerce, feedback, analytics, ratings and content creation etc – it's ALL part of the digital marketing ecosystem! Discover how these elements work together to boost your brand in our latest blog: https://thecreativecafe.co.za/the-digital-marketing-ecosystem/

Happy Birthday oh captain, our captain!

Today, we celebrate the founder and mastermind behind The Creative Café – the man, the legend, Dave Hawkins! Happy birthday, Dave. Thank you for fostering a creative environment where we can all express ourselves. Your fairness and support are truly appreciated. We wouldn’t be the team we are without YOU. Have a magical day and a truly blessed year ahead!

It’s a busy day for The Creative Café today as some of us are in Stellenbosch engaging with the dynamic team at IMQS Software, helping craft their new brand narrative. It’s what we love to do - assist our clients in humanising their brands and telling their stories. An effective brand narrative shapes how you communicate and engage with your stakeholders.

Let us help you take control of your reputation and audience perceptions today: [email protected]

We had an exciting early morning in Parys, capturing video and drone footage of the latest advancements in feed mixer technology with Diamond Implements! Their newest Diamond 15 Feed Mixer is set to revolutionise the agricultural industry. Stay tuned for more insights into this game-changing innovation.

Want to know more about Diamond Implements? Have a look at the brand refresh project we did for them: https://thecreativecafe.co.za/our_work/diamond-implements/

Our newly-evolved brand identity reflects our growth and ongoing commitment to
creativity, starting with our mark of authenticity – our swirl. It embodies the notion of
movement, of endless exploration, where thoughts and inspirations intertwine and flow
seamlessly. It represents the artistry and craftsmanship involved in the brewing process of
coffee, where the delicate dance of flavours and aromas come together to create magic.

Head over to our new website to experience our full brand transformation: www.thecreativecafe.co.za

Have you seen our new (an improved) website? It’s all about evolution, reinvention, collaboration and alignment – it’s about creativity… it’s about The Creative Café and how far we have come as a brand and a business: www.thecreativecafe.co.za

Welcome to LOOMIX!

We are the industry leaders in Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology, revolutionising public safety and security across South Africa. With over 20 years of innovation and expertise, LOOMIX provides cutting-edge solutions that enhance the efficiency of law enforcement, vehicle-based crime fighting, crime prevention and more.

Join us on our mission to create safer communities with real-time data management, seamless integration and actionable insights.

Discover the future of vehicle data management with LOOMIX: https://zurl.co/gf8O

Our website got a makeover! We’re thrilled to unveil our new website that goes hand in hand with our new brand! Whether you’re looking for our latest work, our services, or you just want more info on our team, our revamped site has got you covered.

Check it out now at www.thecreativecafe.co.za

Tomorrow’s the big day!

We’re thrilled to finally unveil our transformed creative vision. Get ready to witness something truly bold and innovative!

2 days to go!

In just 48 hours, we’ll be redefining our creative canvas. The clock is ticking… Be prepared to be inspired!

A major creative shift is coming to The Creative Café in just 3 days! We can't wait to show you the evolution we've been working on. Stay curious!

‘Evolution’ loading…
Something exciting is brewing at The Creative Café – let’s just say that it’s a fresh take that reflects our growth and ongoing commitment to creativity. Watch this space!

Happy Birthday to our amazing teammate, Tyron! More than a co-worker, Ty is an all-round
good guy who's always willing to lend a helping hand. Whether it's brainstorming creative
solutions, sharing his vast tech knowledge, fixing or installing something, he’s a true asset.
Add to that carpentry and DIY expertise, as well as being the first to raise his hand to ‘cycle
for a cause’ and you have one dedicated, passionate and truly inspiring human. We
appreciate you, Ty – have the best day!

Today we’re capturing the team spirit at TransUnion . We love this part of the job - hearing people’s stories and passion for what they do. How can we help you express your brand, harness your company culture, tell your ‘people’ story? Contact us today!

“What makes working at BSi Steel Pty Ltd truly amazing?” These team members share their thoughts with us on camera. Just one of the ways we help our clients tap into their team culture, amplify it and use it to tell their brand story. How can we tell yours? Contact us today!

This quote reminds us that creativity is often about taking a new perspective on familiar things. We create here: https://thecreativecafe.co.za/contactus/

Happy Birthday Tayla!
Wishing the most creative, quirkiest and funniest content writer a team could ask for a very Happy Birthday! Tayla, you bring so much more than amazing words to our team. You help keep us all on track, you’re one of the first to put your hand up whenever we need anything done, you’re the biggest animal advocate we know and your special-effects makeup skills are straight out of Hollywood! In short, we’re constantly amazed (and grateful!) for your talents and your dedication to our team. Have the best day!

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been shining a light on our amazing creative team! We’ve delved into their unique perspectives, explored what inspires them and got a glimpse into their creative processes. Thanks for climbing into the box with us!

Being a ‘creative’ is a daily balancing act, but we love it (mostly!).

“Never be the smartest person in the room. There is an opportunity to learn, every day, in the people we meet, the articles and stories we read. If I need someone to offer me a service, I will sit with them and ask questions and offer my hands to help – it’s not about being able to do what they do necessarily, but rather about gaining an understanding of how something works.” – Rob Band, Director of Digital

Some inspiration for you this Worker's Day:

“Find a job that challenges and excites you; a job that tests you and helps you grow as a person. That is the closest thing to happiness this world has to offer.” - Jim Rohn