Charl Van Der Merwe Email and Phone Number

I have been in the entertainment industry for more than 20 years.I joined Nu Metro in 2000 as Financial Director where my main responsibilities entailed managing the companies finances, the contractual obligations with the Hollywood Studio and independent production companies and the logistical function of distributing DVD's in the South African retail and rental market.In 2005 I joined MI Digital as shareholder and Financial Director. The company successfully launched Microsoft Xbox in SA. Main responsibilities were the financial management, negotiating agreements with Microsoft and South African retailers including Incredible Connection, MassMart, Pick & Pay etc.In 2009 I joined the eMedia Group and assisted in establishing Silverline360 Group. I became the CEO in 2014. The Group consisted of the Refinery(Film and Television Post Production for local and international productions), Moonlighting Films(production services focusing on international productions), Media Film Service(lighting camera and grips equipment rental) and Silverline studios. Responsibilities include group strategy, management, HR, finance and marketing.Over a 10 year period the company serviced, financed and produced many local and international films and television programs. Marketing included attending the international film and television shows including MIP, Cannes, AFM, Berlinale etc.Silverline360 concluded service agreements with both local productions and international studios including Disney, HBO and local producers.In 2018 I started up a live outside broadcasting company that produced Idols for Sic Entertainment and Multichoice as well as other smaller live productions.I Joined the Red Pepper Group in 2019 and for the past 3 years I have been managing the finance, operations and production finance function for Red Pepper. Major projects for Multichoice include BB Niaga 4,5 and 6. Miljoener for Kyknet and the latest BB Mzanzi for Multichoice.I have a broad experience in broadcasting and production that includes contract management, stakeholder management, finances, production, distribution agreements for both local and international content.I have a passion for the local content industry and have supported and promoted the industry both locally and internationally.