Tax codes correct.
Project payroll.
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No surprises.
Critical Problems We Solve
Effective financial management isn't just about balancing books; it's about removing the friction points that stall your business growth.
Independent contractor audit risk
Incorrect deduction of 25% tax
Lost talent due to pay errors
Budget overruns on shoots
Year-end tax certificate chaos
Payroll for the Creative Industry
Randburg is where media is made. But creative work is messy. You have permanent staff, long-term freelancers, and day-rate crew. Mixing these up on one payroll system without expert oversight is dangerous.
We specialise in this mix. We group your staff correctly. We ensure that your full-time editor gets a standard payslip, while your day-player sound engineer gets a compliant contractor slip. No confusion.
The 25% Tax Rule
For part-time employees (working less than 22 hours), the 25% tax rule often applies. Ignorance of this leads to under-deduction and unhappy staff at tax season.
We apply the correct tax tables automatically. We ensure that temporary staff pay enough tax so they aren't hit with a bill from SARS later. We protect your crew from their own admin.
- Variable hour employees
- Standard tax rates
- Tax directives
- Seasonal adjustments
Project and Production Payrolls
Running a production? You need a payroll that starts and stops with the shoot. You need to know the 'Below the Line' labour cost instantly.
We spin up project-specific payrolls. We track every cent paid to cast and crew against the production budget. When the wrap party happens, the finance is already settled.
- Production accounting
- Budget vs Actual
- Cost reporting
- Rapid onboarding
Agency Commission and Retainers
For ad agencies and digital shops, account managers live on commission. Retainers fluctuate. Your payroll needs to be flexible.
We integrate your sales data into the payroll. We process commission payouts and retainer draws accurately. We ensure your talent is rewarded for their wins without administrative delay.
- Sales commission
- Retainer management
- Incentive structures
- Performance pay
Who Is This For?
- Ad Agencies
- Production Companies
- Tech Startups
- Media Houses
Engagement Requirements
- Call sheets / Timesheets
- Independent contractor affidavits
- Personal details
Deliverables & Results
- Freelancer vs Employee management
- 25% Tax deduction rules
- Commission & Retainers
- Intellectual Property payments
- Standard PAYE runs
- Production budget reporting
- Travel & Subsistence
South African Compliance Context
"Creations transformed how we handle SARS. No more compliance anxiety."
Our Operational Methodology
A structured, 5-step approach designed for precision and clarity.
We gather tax details for fresh talent and crew.
We determine the correct tax code (3601 vs 3616).
We run the payroll, handling different rates per project.
We provide tax certificates for all crew at year end.
Professional Insights
The 'gig economy' in Randburg confuses tax compliance; SARS is increasingly targeting 'personal service providers' disguised as companies.
Production companies often overpay tax on per diems and travel; correct coding saves money.
Agencies struggle with the high admin volume of onboarding short-term staff.
Common Questions
Everything you need to know about our payroll services in randburg service.