Our agency is only as good as the team that drives our vision. We are truly excited to introduce you to the Agency 9one1 professionals. Each individual adds to the richness and the diversity, unique in their approach to strategy, client service, conceptualisation, design, copy and creative flair
Blazing onto the Agency 9one1 studio scene is our new director, Noluthando, a self-confessed fashionista who hails from a fashion and advertising background.
Through her wide and varied experience, and sharp business acumen, she has help shaped the processes within the agency, further enhancing studio and production efficiencies and taking our agility up a notch.
Noluthando's quick creative mind and passion for the advertising and fashion industries has deeply inspired the team to reach new heights, and from this new vantage point, to see things from a different perspective.
Strategic, creative, and unshakably calm, Michelle is a co-founder of Agency 9one1 who leads by example, driven by the belief that true leadership is rooted in dedication and an unwavering work ethic. Known for her creative mind and sharp strategic thinking, she possesses a unique ability to take internal campaigns and expertly adapt them to resonate with a global audience. Her deep understanding of brand dynamics ensures that every strategy is not only theoretically sound but successfully executed across digital marketing, communications, and project management.
While many know her for her motto, “Don’t worry, I’ll sort it out for you,” it is her composure under pressure that truly sets her apart. Michelle is the person you want in your corner during a brand emergency; she replaces panic with a calm, methodical approach, ensuring every crisis is resolved smoothly. With her warmth, energy, and global perspective, Michelle is a vital asset to any team looking to see their campaigns soar.
With over a decade of experience under her belt, Mashadi is a Senior Account Manager who knows how to keep the moving parts moving — and the people connected. She’s worked with both global and local clients, steering large-scale research and communication projects with focus, flexibility, and a steady sense of calm. A natural people-person, she’s known for her thoughtful approach, collaborative spirit, and ability to find clarity in complexity. For Mashadi, it’s never just about delivering a project, it’s about building trust, creating momentum, and making the process feel seamless.
A member of Gen-Z, also known as the "digitalnatives". Boitumelo is a digital marketing and social media enthusiast. She is continuously learning the latest tricks and techniques to help brands become more visible, her goal is to create high-quality, authentic content for clients that illustrates who they are and what they stand for.
Jeje is the ultimate team player, who is best described as a real people's person. He forms the perfect interface between client, agency and the creative team, helping each individual form a cohesive part in all the projects that they engage in. He prides himself on delivering exceptional results for particularly challenging accounts, from government to private sector. One of JeJe's notable achievements has been in toning down negative public sentiment for SANRAL through strategic and creative brand interventions.
Elton is an award-winning TTL, digital and direct copywriter, designer and creative director. He specialises in concept origination and creative copy, and is also a qualified Global Reporting Initiative annual report writer, having received his accreditation in 2017 from the GRI in the Netherlands. He has amassed a total of 20 local and international awards over the span of his career, including an Echo Award, several Loerie andAssegai Awards, Bookmark awards, Caples and others. He has been a Assegai Awards final round judge for6 consecutive years, and is proficient in creating through-the-line, concept-driven copy.
A young, energetic and dynamic thinker, Sakhile is the embodiment of all things design, and has immersed himself in the art of striking the perfect balance between the aesthetic, form and functionality. His design style is fluid, adaptable and intelligent, which makes his creative output through digital, graphic design, animation, UX Design and multimedia fit perfectly for any brand’s personality and identity.
Aldridge is the consummate digital, graphic design, illustration and photography professional -nothing matters more to him than outputtingthe best work possible. He is diligent in making sure that his design style, design concept andphotography all seamlessly match the various brand identities of the various brands that areunder his expert care.
Boniswa is the young, funky and highly talented creative behind the agency’s graphic design executions, digital artwork and Illustration. Her love for splashes of colour, and her own take on design aesthetic is truly inspirational. Boniswa’s drive comes from her heartfelt desire to create meaningful, relevant and impactful work thatunderscores each brand’s unique identity and DNA.