A good story is the secret to success.
We believe that if your story is told well, and to the right people, you build your brand and your business. The secret is doing both, and that's what we do best.
Our Mission
We work closely with our clients to understand exactly what matters to them. We aren't just a company coming in to help out - we are part of your team. That means the products we create reflect your brand, your values, and your passions. With us, you can confidently sit back and watch your audience grow.
Laura Owings Rawden is the founder of Locomedia. With a background in science and international media, she specialises in crafting engaging stories around technical and in-depth information. Her passion is the intersection between development goals, entrepreneurialism, and social justice in developing countries, specifically sub-Saharan Africa. She is also an outspoken proponent for supporting and uplifitng Black African womxn in STEMI.
Laura is a member and past Chair of the Southern African Freelancers Association (SAFREA). She holds a Bachelor's degree in Microbiology and a Master's degree in International Journalism & Media.
Lucien Rawden brings a strong background in finance, digital publishing platforms and international business development to Locomedia. He looks after the commercial and technical side of the business including sponsorship, media partnerships, digital strategy and design.
“Every press release Locomedia wrote for us was published by a multitude of magazine, newspapers and online publications - proving that their manner of finding an angle and running with it really does pique the interest of the target audience.”
What We've Achieved
Editors of the first official Cape Town tourism mobile app.
Earned R12m in press coverage for Africa's only international design fair.
Created, launched and managed the media strategy of the Dutch Consulate General in Cape Town.
Cover science and technology for clients that is consistently the top-read content.
Created the social media trend #cocreateSA.
Presence at international events covering communications strategy and digital development.