Talking Heads Advertising – we've been making things look ridiculously good since before social media was even a thing. With 25 years of battle-tested experience in the print media trenches (and now boldly crashing the social media party), we're the creative crew that doesn't flinch, doesn't miss deadlines, and absolutely, positively does not do boring. We're a tight-knit band of passionate design obsessives with a network of equally brilliant suppliers who share our "failure is not an option" philosophy – because we're only as good as the people we surround ourselves with. Our clients don't just hire us, they end up genuinely liking us (we know, weird right?) – the long-term friendships and glowing testimonials we've racked up over the decades speak louder than anything we could ever say about ourselves.
Simply put – you matter to us, your brand matters to us, and your deadline? That's basically our religion.
Simply put – you matter to us, your brand matters to us, and your deadline? That's basically our religion.
Welcome to Talking Heads. Let's make something amazing together.
BBEE & Social Responsibility
BBEE & Social Responsibility
Talking Heads Advertising is an exempt Micro Enterprise (EME Level 4) and is in possession of a certified Accountant Letter and Affidavit. We have nevertheless, since January 2001, endeavoured to be pro-active in the arena of empowerment by utilising a BBEE Level 2 (51% Black Owned) Service Provider to collaborate with us on all our print projects.
Personell
Gary Hope – Managing Director
Gary has been at the helm of Talking Heads Advertising since its establishment in January 2000, guiding its growth and success over the years. Gary is responsible for client liaison and production and is a logistics expert who revels in the day-to-day hassles of getting material through production and making the thousand and one irritations and hassles of the process disappear for the client.
Alarice Voges – Creative Director
Alarice has a National Higher Diploma in Visual Communication (2000) at The Open Window School of Visual Communication and she joined Talking Heads Advertising in 2003. She offers an abundance of creative experience gleaned from previous employment in a large creative agency. Alarice offers a passion for print design, and is excellent in interpreting a brief, conceptualising, and finally to execute the design and layout for print.
Jan-Hendrik Kruger – Web Developer
Jan-Hendrik is a web developer and designer with a National Higher Diploma in Visual Communication from The Open Window School of Visual Communication. With a strong foundation in design and extensive experience in custom development, he specialises in creating intuitive digital platforms, membership systems, eCommerce solutions, and business automation tools. Combining technical expertise with a user-centred design approach, he delivers scalable digital solutions that are both visually refined and strategically aligned with business objectives.
Cecile Kiley – Editor
Cecile has a National Diploma in Public Relations (Public Relations, Communication Science, Advertising, Journalism) at the Technikon Witwatersrand. She is a professional freelance writer, editor and proofreader with decades of experience producing clear, accurate and brand-consistent copy, including Government Annual Report assignments. Skilled in reviewing grammar, syntax, structure, tone and meaning, and experienced in rewriting, improving clarity, and ensuring compliance with style guides. Cecile is highly reliable under deadline pressure, fast and precise.
Studio Hours: Monday – Friday: 08:00 to 17:00 | Saturdays, Sundays & SA Public Holidays: Closed