Mustard Seed Marketing

Mustard Seed Marketing Curious thing, Mustard Seed. How something mighty can grow from something so small. For nearly two decades, we've been cultivating brand growth for our clients.

Over 22 years of mastery of retail & brand marketing.

• Creative Design & Copywriting
• Digital & Social Media
• Alternative Income
• Research & Strategy
• Procurement

Let’s take your business to your ideal customer. We’re a full-service marketing agency with a super-talented in-house creative studio. But we don’t work alone. Together with our clients and service providers, we make plans, dream up ideas and bring them to life through targeted campaigns that address the challenges and needs of businesses and landlords. We are proud to be a B-BBEE Level 2 contributor.

10/07/2026

One team. One vision. Endless possibilities.

A fantastic day spent together at Jordan W**e Estate, aligning our strategy and planning for the exciting journey ahead.

The future is looking bright. 🌱

Keeping the numbers right. Keeping the business moving.We're Mustard Seed, a creative agency rooted in retail, shaping b...
01/07/2026

Keeping the numbers right. Keeping the business moving.

We're Mustard Seed, a creative agency rooted in retail, shaping brands and building experiences that people actually engage with.

Behind every successful campaign is a business that runs efficiently, and that's where you come in.
We're looking for an experienced Bookkeeper who enjoys working with numbers, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in keeping financial records accurate, organised, and up to date. If you're detail-driven, proactive, and enjoy solving problems, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing
- Managing daily cashbooks, bank deposits, payment allocations, and reconciliations across multiple bank accounts
- Capturing and processing income and expenditure accurately
- Processing invoices, receipts, credit notes, and refunds
- Managing debtor accounts, including payment allocations, collections, and age analysis
- Reconciling debtor and creditor accounts
- Processing supplier invoices, reconciling supplier statements, and resolving account queries
- Preparing supplier payment schedules and ensuring payments are made within agreed terms
- Submitting invoices via customer payment platforms
- Preparing month-end reconciliations, supporting schedules, and financial reports for management
- Responding to day-to-day finance queries from internal and external stakeholders
- Maintaining accurate financial records and organised filing systems
- Ensuring compliance with company financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Supporting internal and external audit requirements
- Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and efficiencies
- Assisting with additional finance-related responsibilities as required

What We're Looking For
- 5+ years' bookkeeping experience in a similar role
- A relevant qualification in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or Finance - will be advantageous
- Experience with Sage Online and Pastel (essential)
- Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
- Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles, reconciliations, and financial controls
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organisational, time management, and problem-solving skills
- The ability to work independently while contributing as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
- A valid driver's licence and own reliable transport

Why Join Us
- Be part of a collaborative, hands-on team
- Work in a creative business where no two days are the same
- Play a key role in keeping the financial side of the business running smoothly
- Based in Stellenbosch. Good work, good people, good setting.

How to Apply
- Please send your CV to [email protected].
- Be sure to include your current or most recent salary, as well as your notice period.
- Preference will be given to candidates who are available immediately.
- Only applicants residing in the W**elands area will be considered.
- If your experience aligns with what we're looking for, we'll be in touch.

Retail. Brands. Experiences.We’re Mustard Seed, a creative agency rooted in retail, shaping brands and building experien...
30/06/2026

Retail. Brands. Experiences.

We’re Mustard Seed, a creative agency rooted in retail, shaping brands and building experiences that people actually engage with.

From shopping centres across South Africa to brand campaigns that need to move the needle, we’re in it daily; concepting, designing, adapting, and delivering work that lives both on screen and in real-world spaces.

If you’re a designer who thrives on variety, pace, and seeing your work out in the world, you’ll fit right in.

What You’ll Be Doing
- Designing across print, digital, and social media
- Creating content for shopping centres and brand campaigns
- Rolling out campaigns across multiple touchpoints (in-centre, social, digital)
- Collaborating with the creative team to bring concepts to life
- Managing your own workload across multiple jobs and deadlines
- Contributing to both conceptual work and day-to-day production

What We’re Looking For
- 3–5 years’ experience in a design role
- A strong portfolio showcasing print, digital, and social work that showcases your unique style, talent and skills.
- Solid understanding of layout, typography, and visual hierarchy
- Experience creating static and light motion content (bonus)
- Ability to work fast, think clearly, and handle multiple briefs at once
- A positive, team-first attitude

Why Join Us
- Work on a mix of retail and brand clients
- See your work come to life in real environments
- Be part of a collaborative, hands-on and friendly creative team
- Based in Stellenbosch. Good work, good people, good setting.

How to Apply
Send your CV and portfolio (max 5MB) to: [email protected]
If your work aligns with what we’re looking for, we’ll be in touch.

We’re looking for exhibitors to join the Fast Fest grid! If you have memorabilia, vehicle accessories, or anything in be...
23/06/2026

We’re looking for exhibitors to join the Fast Fest grid!

If you have memorabilia, vehicle accessories, or anything in between, YOU need to book a space. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to showcase (and sell!) your merchandise and products to 1000s of captive, ready-to-buy customers.

Click https://form.jotform.com/261412530648049 to book your stall space.

Fast Fest is coming to Cresta! If you own a car that’s made to be admired, we want you to come show it off. Enter our Sh...
23/06/2026

Fast Fest is coming to Cresta!

If you own a car that’s made to be admired, we want you to come show it off. Enter our Show & Shine competition, where purebred petrol heads will stop and stare at your pride and joy. The best part? There are amazing prizes up for grabs!

Enter now at https://form.jotform.com/261412615750552

We’re growing. Fast.More shopping centres. More campaigns. More clients. More ideas.Which means we need more brilliant p...
18/06/2026

We’re growing. Fast.

More shopping centres. More campaigns. More clients. More ideas.
Which means we need more brilliant people.

About the Role:

Mustard Seed Relationship Marketing is an advertising agency specialising in the marketing of shopping centres. We are seeking a well-rounded and experienced Marketing & Exhibitions Manager to represent our agency on-site at an upmarket shopping centre in Pretoria East, Gauteng.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the ex*****on of above-the-line and below-the-line campaigns, growing tenant relationships, and building trust with key stakeholders. They will also be responsible for selling exhibition court and advertising spaces across these and multiple surrounding centres.

Key Requirements:

· Marketing or PR qualification (Diploma or Degree)
· 5 years’ minimum proven experience in retail marketing
· 3 years’ minimum experience in sales
· Strategic marketing implementation
· Excellent presentation and communication skills
· Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
· Ability to work well under pressure
· Creative flair
· Strong team player
Shopping centre marketing experience is essential.

Please Note:

· Only candidates with previous shopping centre marketing and sales experience will be considered.
· Only candidates residing in the Pretoria area will be considered.
· Please include your current or most recent salary and notice period in your application.
· If you have not received a response within 14 days of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Send your CV to [email protected] with the subject line: MEM_CG

16/06/2026

For Youth Day, we asked a few of our Seedlings one question:

“What advice would you give your younger self?”

Their answers are a reminder that every challenge, lesson, and opportunity helps shape who we become.

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela 🇿🇦

Happy Youth Day, South Africa. Here’s to the young people shaping our future. 💛

Turn your shopping centre into the ultimate Discovery Zone this school holiday! Introducing The Little Science Lab - 45-...
01/06/2026

Turn your shopping centre into the ultimate Discovery Zone this school holiday! Introducing The Little Science Lab - 45-minute immersive workshops, teaching kids to make lava lamps, slime and hovercrafts using science principles.

Here’s the best part? Mustard Seed handles everything! Staffing, setup, bookings and marketing. Ready to drive footfall and engage families? The Little Science Lab is your answer.

Interested? Contact [email protected] / 072 598 631 for more info.

𝗪𝗛𝗬 𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 𝗕𝗨𝗧 𝗩𝗜𝗕𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗨𝗣. 📈The rules of South African retail have fundamentally shifted. Driven...
26/05/2026

𝗪𝗛𝗬 𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 𝗕𝗨𝗧 𝗩𝗜𝗕𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗨𝗣. 📈

The rules of South African retail have fundamentally shifted. Driven by ongoing economic and societal pressures, winning over consumers isn't about gimmicks anymore – it’s about uncompromising value and authentic experience.

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀:

𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲. 📌

Cash is tight, and loyalty points have transitioned to survival tools. Look no further than Shoprite, which recently passed back nearly R10 billion in savings at till points. In this climate, if your brand isn't actively protecting the consumer’s pocket, you're losing them.

𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗲, 𝗹𝗼𝘄-𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝘂𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. 💰

Survival-driven loyalty is only part of the equation. Right now, South Africans are trading down on cost, but they refuse to trade down on joy. They are redefining value through high-vibe, low-cost alternatives. The weekend getaway or pricey family breakfast has been substituted for a premium brewed coffee at a local hub, or a walk through a free community market.

In this climate, spending less doesn’t mean settling for less; consumers are trading down on price, but they are absolutely vibing up on the experience.

𝗕𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗱. 🛍️

Malls and retailers can no longer survive as mere transactional distribution points. To win, properties must transition into experience-led destinations. By offering immersive, sensory and community-driven spaces, you give people a genuine reason to show up, dwell longer and choose your location over the competitor down the road.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘃𝘀. 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿. 💳

This isn't just about a change in mood; the experience trend is fundamentally altering how consumers behave downstream. Remember the online vs offline debate? Gen Z has officially killed the divide. Today's consumers browse on TikTok and WhatsApp, but still rely on physical retail spaces to touch, feel and experience products firsthand. It is a purely hybrid, experience-led loop.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗖𝗶𝗿𝗰𝗹𝗲. 🥇

Winning malls and brands will be the ones who master this delicate balance: value wrapped in an undeniable vibe.

At Mustard Seed, we don’t just watch these shifting behaviours - we translate them into robust, future-proof marketing and leasing strategies that drive footfall and conversion.

Let us do the heavy lifting. Let’s grab a (premium brewed) coffee and discuss how we can position your portfolio ahead of the curve. ☕

21/05/2026

to this past Mother’s Day where across centres, around the country, we witnessed beautiful moments of love, gratitude and celebration unfold in real time.

From heartfelt spoils to meaningful experiences, our shopping centre communities showed up for the incredible moms who hold it all together.

Seeing families connect, shoppers engage and centres come alive with joy made every campaign one to remember.

Here’s to cultivating moments that matter, together! 💛

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Chenin House, Brandwacht Office Park, Trumali Street
Stellenbosch
7600

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00

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