End-to-end planning and coordination of events, ensuring every detail is managed seamlessly from concept to execution.
Complete technical and production services, including staging, lighting, sound, and on-site logistics to deliver flawless events.
Professional catering coordination tailored to your event, from menu planning to on-site service and guest experience.
Sourcing and managing top-tier performers, artists, and speakers to create engaging and memorable live experiences.
Comprehensive planning and coordination for destination events, including travel, accommodation, venues, and local experiences.
BW Productions is one of the most renowned event companies in South Africa. Founded by Bibi Burness in 1993, the company has almost 30 years of experience bringing the biggest live events to major cities from Johannesburg to Cape Town.
The goal of BW Productions is simple: provide a complete event management service, planning and executing all events from the smallest company picnic to the biggest headline acts. We do it all.
Indeed, over the more than 9,000 events we’ve run in the past thirty years, we’ve learned more than a few industry tricks. And we’re ready to put them to work creating an event you’ll never forget. We know the secret to an extraordinary event is in the planning. We know you can never be underprepared; it’s why we always go above and beyond for clients.
Little wonder we’ve become your 360° one-stop-shop for event management. We’re quite simply the best event management company anywhere in South Africa. Just ask any of our over 500 clients.
Event management is a broad sector, covering the planning and execution of events, like conferences, conventions, concerts, trade shows, ceremonies, and festivals. Not all events need to be large-scale; they can be as small as a coffee morning between business partners. What is critical is the event management company manages that event’s overall logistics. Event management companies are responsible for running the entire event from the venue to the catering.
Large-scale events, on the other hand, rely on months of planning. With perhaps dozens of staff involved in the project, event managers need to ensure everything runs smoothly, culminating in an event to remember (for the right reasons).
In addition to running the event, event management companies may also manage the budget, hire vendors, and run the entire team responsible for the event. However, some larger companies may hire outside event companies to run only a specific portion of the event planning and execution.
Event companies can be responsible for everything involved in event management. Such tasks can include:
BW Productions focuses on specific parts of the event experience. We run full-service productions, providing event management services for small and/or large-scale personal or corporate events (e.g., weddings, ceremonies, festivals, concerts, and much more).
We also organise food and drink (no matter the location), hire jaw-dropping live entertainment acts, and book the finest destinations for your event’s visitors. Or, if you prefer something more low-key, we’ve run many successful company picnics—giving everyone the chance to relax (including the management).
Do you want to enjoy your big day? Or would you rather be rushing around stressed about everything going perfect? We’d choose the first option. That’s why you need an event company. Rather than stressing out, you can relax, greet your guests, and enjoy yourself safe in the knowledge that we’ve got you covered.
That’s not the only reason to hire an event company, however.
Saves time and money. With years of industry experience, we know how to save our clients a fortune. Whether it be using our connections with vendors to get a discount or simply saving you the time it takes to run an event properly. We also know a few insider tips on saving money, and we’re experienced negotiators always ready to spot a bargain.
Professional standard. Running a flawless and professional event looks easy – it’s anything but. Each event is a carefully managed machine from the design to the catering. You need a professional to run it. Using our experience, we’ll ensure everything looks fantastic and runs on time. We’ll bring you the WOW factor without breaking the bank.
Staying safe. There are numerous health and safety aspects to an event. It could be basics like food allergies or more significant problems like managing fire escapes. It’s easy to miss many of these essential aspects if you’re inexperienced in event management. However, event companies know how to run events efficiently and safely.
WOW factor. The WOW factor is the moment when it all comes together. When the food is delicious and the entertainment engaging. It’s when everyone is chatting and having a good time. But it takes a look of effort for something to feel effortless. That’s our speciality: wowing you, one event at a time.
BW Productions focus on corporate event management. However, we have run many successful personal events, like weddings or ceremonies. Our event management services cover festivals, conferences, ceremonies, weddings, formal parties, concerts, conventions, or company picnics.
Nor are we restricted in our locations. We can book acts and organise food and drink to be supplied to hotels, hospitals, pubs, cruise ships, parks, filming sites, event venues, even aircraft.
Whatever you want, we’ll always try to meet your requests. In fact, we’ve run some of the biggest events in South Africa, be it concerts for headline acts or corporate days for the high street brands. One thing is for sure; everyone leaves our events with a smile on their face.
If you love meeting new people, event planning is a fantastic career choice. You can also work for a marketing agency and be responsible for occasional experiential events. You can take this opportunity to spice up your day-to-day work and show potential clients how your promotions work in the real world. As a result, event planning is a great career option for anyone who enjoys meeting new people and building relationships.
The key to success in this profession is passion and motivation. Successful event planners are self-motivated and passionate about their work. Using technology in events was once considered an extra bonus, but now it acts as a virtual team that extends its work. To stay ahead of the curve, event planners must constantly learn new tech and stay updated on the latest industry trends. If you’re passionate about planning events, event planning could be a great career choice.
An event planner plans and organizes events of various sizes. They coordinate the various aspects of the event, from the venue to entertainment. Some event planners specialize in a specific event type, such as meetings, conventions, trade shows, festivals, and weddings. Their salary varies by location, experience, and region. The following list is a sample of responsibilities and a typical day in the life of an event planner.
You can start your career as an event planner by working for third-party vendors or partnering with an existing business. Depending on the location, you can start with smaller events and expand as you get more experience. As event planning is one of the most in-demand skills today, you can work with clients, third-party vendors, or even the government. Whatever your career goal, event planning can give you a fulfilling and rewarding career.
You must be calm when dealing with stressful situations, but it’s essential to keep your cool and manage your time well. Be prepared for a variety of situations, and always keep your zen. A good event planner should know what matters most to their clients. If you can balance stress and work well under pressure, you’ll be a great event planner. There are many things to keep in mind when planning an event, so it’s crucial to have a clear vision of what you’re aiming for.
Getting a degree in event planning is not a requirement, but it helps in your career. You should be passionate about this industry and possess the right skill sets. You can begin your career without a degree, but you’ll need to gain hands-on experience. If you want to make the most of your career as an event planner, take advantage of any opportunities to network. If you can’t find internships, you can apply for entry-level positions in a related industry.
Although we’re based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa, we can organise events for the surrounding area and beyond. In fact, we’ve used our event management services to organise events in almost every city in South Africa.
We service the entire country, from Polokwane to the southern tip of Cape Town, as well as big cities like Durban and Pretoria. We have the connections in these major locations to create your vision. And the experience to put it all into action.
So, no matter where you are in South Africa, BW Productions is your #1 choice of event company!
