About Us

Our team of skilled videographers is dedicated to delivering exceptional results that exceed your expectations and preserve memories that will last a lifetime.

Andy Hogg

After picking up a GoPro many years back, Andy instantly fell in love with the idea of telling a story through a camera lens.

He has always had a creative side that had been left untapped up until the idea to create Benchmark Visual came to life and has afforded them the oppurtunity to branch out into the outdoor space under our brand, Wildsmith Media.

Jean de Lauwere

Born & Raised South African with a passion for adventure and the outdoor life. Jèan, Co-Founder of Wildsmith Media who originally started his career in a rather unsatisfying construction management, put down the tools to pick up a camera to pursue his passion in creating story telling media with photos and video.

Jèan who is an avid sport shooter and a former Professional hunting guide found that telling captivating stories came naturally in the outdoor and adventure industry. With years of experience in both video and photography, Jèan, along side Andy Hogg are the two head Creators on our team.

Our Team


Jean de Lauwere

Co-founder & production specialist

Andy Hogg

Co-founder & Post-production Specialist