Lights, Camera, Eish! by Themba Robin x RØDE | 12 Sept

Themba Robin on the Hard Knocks of Making It as a Creator

He's the voice behind some of South Africa's most-shared skits, a familiar face from Netflix and national TV commercials, and the man millions know for narrating Mzansi life like a nature documentary. But Themba Robin didn't wake up famous, he ground his way there, one video, one flop, one lesson at a time.

For one Saturday morning only, Themba joins us at Outdoorphoto Pretoria to pull back the curtain on his journey: The hard knocks, the near-misses, and the hard-won nuggets that took him from posting into the void to landing big brand deals and building an audience of loyal fans across the country.

If you're a content creator, filmmaker, or anyone trying to turn a camera and an idea into a career, this is the talk you don't want to miss.

What you'll take away

No fluff, no recycled "just be consistent" advice. Themba will get real about:

• The early days. That nobody tells you about starting from zero
• Finding a voice that's unmistakably yours (and unmistakably South African)
• The flops and failures that taught him more than any viral hit
• How brand deals actually happen and how to be ready when they come knocking
• Staying creative when the algorithm, the economy, and Eskom are all against you 

Live Q&A - Pick his brain

You know his work. Now dig into how it's made. The morning includes an open Q&A where you can ask Themba anything. His creative process, his gear, his best and worst moments, how he writes, shoots, and edits. Come with questions; he'll come with answers (and probably a few voices).

Win a RØDE Wireless Micro Camera Kit

One lucky attendee will walk away with the RØDE Wireless Micro Camera Kit. An ultra-compact wireless microphone system that delivers crystal-clear, broadcast-grade sound straight to your camera. It's the perfect first step (or serious upgrade) for any creator's kit. Simply attend to stand a chance to win on the night.

About Themba Robin

Themba Robin is a South African content creator, comedian, actor, MC, and voice artist. His satirical, documentary-style takes on everyday South African life have made him a household name online, and his career spans Netflix appearances, national TV and radio commercials, and campaigns for some of the country's biggest brands. On stage, he's a larger-than-life storyteller with a gift for finding the funny (and the truth) in the creator hustle.

Event details

Date: Saturday, 12 September 2026
Time: 10:30 – 12:00 (Arrive early to grab your seat)
Venue: Outdoorphoto Pretoria