SERVICES

Totem does more than develop media. It works together with its clients to innovate processes of creative and critical media development. Whether it is dealing with the preservation of heritage or promoting science as a worldview its work is about evaluating the evidence critically and then finding creative ways to translate it into popular culture.

Totem is committed to developing models of responsible educational media design, whether it is repatriating archival material, developing groundbreaking computer games, facilitating conversations between oral history and archaeology, restoring architectural heritage or stimulating sector wide conversations on educational policy.

Totem Media provides turnkey solutions to exhibitions and museums. All core competencies reside in the company, giving clients security and confidence that their projects will be completed on time and within budget.

Totem designs complete exhibitions and museums as well as specific aspects of exhibitions.These include scoping prospective projects and carrying out feasibility studies while ensuring the sustainability of a particular scheme. Exhibition planning would typically comprise narrative storyline development; exhibition design; multimedia design, development and execution; interactive media design, development and execution; film and media production; as well as project management of the entire enterprise. Post opening, curatorial services are provided to ensure smooth operational and exhibition functionality.

Totem prides itself on its attention to detail. We are able to do this by working with a range of professionals who share our dedication and application. Detailed research and a thorough understanding of the underlying materials underpin every project. Totem works closely and collaboratively with its clients and partners.

Totem charges its services at South African market-related rates. These are entirely within the norm for similar projects. In fact, Totem’s rates are often significantly lower than those of its competitors.