3 Mar 2015Contact usSubmit newsAdvertise on bizList your companyHome
  My account



Marketing & Media South Africa

Today's top stories
Coping under fire

Danette Breitenbach

Janine Lazarus, founder and owner of Janine Lazarus media consultancy was a journalist for 31 years, and has worked across the board from newspapers to radio...

Read more >>



Why customer service is so bad

Chris Moerdyk

One of the main reasons why customer service in South Africa is pretty much atrocious is because staff attend customer service training courses...

Read more >>



[Orchids & Onions] VW's honesty shows the cliché game is all but up!

Brendan Seery

Years ago, when my day job included carrying a machine gun and jumping out of helicopters, I remember sitting with some mates in the base barrack room, listening to Forces' Favourites on the radio...

Read more >>





Advertising
Open Debate on publishing vs content in Cape Town
The second AMASA event will take place on 4 March 2015 in Cape Town and features Zani Botes and Daryn Smith in an open debate on content marketing... read more>>
Dani Hynes of Egg Films embraces the spirit of Ubuntu that NIVEA 'Care is Beautiful' embraces

Issued by Egg Films

After an incredibly busy stint, that saw Dani complete five ads back to back in a few months, her last project was a real heart and soul campaign which involved the community, whilst also helping to improve their lives... read more>>
Ireland/Davenport 'unskippable' at Bookmarks Awards 2015

Issued by Ireland/Davenport

Ireland Davenport have made a huge 'play' in the digital space by taking home two silvers and a bronze at the seventh edition of the Bookmarks Awards held in Newtown... read more>>
Digital
A letter to the Spinning Rainbow Ball of Mac Doom

Tiffany Markman

I get it. I do. You're there to teach me life lessons. To circumvent my natural complacency. To provoke pre-emptiveness. So, this letter is to thank you... read more>>
Overdrive - free online music magazine launches
FCB South Africa seeks new chairman as Ralebitso resigns
Events & Conferencing
Financial sector update by the deputy minister of the DTI

Issued by Retail World

Join Deputy Minister Mzwandile Masina as he welcomes you to the fifth annual Retail World Africa 2015, to be held at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg... read more>>
Exhibitions
See the art in the bottle
'The Coca-Cola Bottle Art Tour: Inspiring Pop Culture for 100 Years' the art tour celebrates and showcases the Coca-Cola contour bottle's role in art, design and popular culture... read more>>
Spotlight on designer Frans Alexander at Decorex Durban

Issued by Thebe Reed Exhibitions

Visitors to Decorex Durban can expect to see KwaZulu-Natal interior designer Frans Alexander's quirky fusion of classic and contemporary in the special installation he will be creating at the event... read more>>
Media
Making a tit of yourself in the media

Chris Brewer

There's been a lot of bleating recently about "freedom of the press". It picked up momentum at the State Of The Nation Address when the cell phone signals were jammed... read more>>
Mobile
Mxit: The rise and collapse of 'Africa's largest social network'

Stuart Thomas

Flashback to 2010. Naspers is still a majority shareholder in Mxit, at this stage Africa's largest social network and instant messaging client with 27-million registered users... read more>>
Mobile development opportunities are at an all-time high with over 6.8 billion smartphones out there

Issued by Realmdigital

Whether your focus is on heightened productivity, a quicker turn-around time or simply customer satisfaction, the advantages that await by implementing a mobile-based point of attack can become truly unlimited. Smartphone? Try genius-phone... read more>>
Online Media
ThisIsMe, a solution to online fraud and identity theft in South Africa

Issued by KRAZYBOYZ

We are leading ever increasingly connected digital lives. These online dealings affect our offline personas. So what happens if your identity is hijacked by someone else?... read more>>
PR & Communications
Prism Awards entries top out again
This year's entries for the annual Prism Awards, being announced on 19 April 2015, again attracted record entries, particularly in the Launch of a New Product, Service or Category. The judges will have to evaluate 213 entries across 37 categories... read more>>
Research
New research company to offer clients competitive online insights

Issued by DigitLab

Tapping into and conquering online marketing is something that interests every clear-headed marketer. But not every company - very few in fact - have the in-house expertise to tap into the metrics to help them accomplish this goal. Hence, Monocle... read more>>
GDP, population and governance data alone are not enough to predict brand success in Africa

Issued by Nielsen

A new report from Nielsen shows hard retail data, consumer needs and behaviour, combined with macro-economic datasets, are better indicators of opportunity and success in African markets... read more>>
Social Media
Free social media tools for start-ups to build a strong social media presence

Jessica Davis

Managing your start-up's social media presence can be quite challenging, but there are plenty of tools that can make your task of managing your social media channels much easier... read more>>
Three metrics for social success: Who's doing it right in South Africa

Andrew Felbert

If you have them, you are content and they don't really matter, if you don't, it's a major headache. Followers on Facebook definitely don't excite the senses as an interested third party in a post-organic-reach world, but they still have a role to play in measuring social success... read more>>
Sponsorship
18th Annual BASA Awards now open for entry

Issued by Business and Arts South Africa

The only awards event that celebrates South Africa's diverse business and arts partnerships is now open for entry... read more>>
Ad showcase
Dani Hynes of Egg Films embraces the spirit of Ubuntu that NIVEA 'Care is Beautiful' embraces
Dani Hynes of Egg Films embraces the spirit of Ubuntu that NIVEA 'Care is Beautiful' embraces
After an incredibly busy stint, that saw Dani complete five ads back to back in a few months, her last project was a real heart and soul campaign which involved the community, whilst also helping to improve their lives. This aptly demonstrates what the NIVEA Care is Beautiful initiative is all about. Dani worked closely alongside the creatives Stuart Stobbs and Toni Hughes, from 1886, an FCB South Africa group company that brought this to life. The commercial and three documentary pieces were created all directed by Dani Hynes and produced by her team at Egg Films.
Nedbank Savvy
Nedbank Savvy - Ornico
Personal Loans "Schooling Blues" Radio
More ads
International
ISIS threatens Twitter founder
WASHINGTON DC, US: Twitter founder Jack Dorsey and Twitter are now being targeted by Islamic militants for suspending certain accounts... read more>>
Bangladesh arrests chief suspect in US blogger murder
DHAKA, BANGLADESH: Bangladesh authorities announced they had arrested a radical Islamist Monday over last week's machete murder of an atheist American blogger... read more>>
Asian firms challenge Apple with snazzy new smartphones
BARCELONA, SPAIN: Several big Asian phone companies launched new high-end smartphones and other wireless gizmos on Sunday, hoping to challenge US giant Apple in a big year for wireless gadgets... read more>>
More International
Africa
Traffic, religion and electricity... A glimpse into the Nigerian consumer

Ahmed Bulbulia

With Nigeria overtaking South Africa as Africa's largest economy, many eyes are looking at this bustling nation as a source of opportunity and a key market for business growth... read more>>
More Africa
Government news
SA employers under pressure to prepare payrolls for 2015/6 budget

Madelein van der Watt

South African employers must act quickly to prepare their payroll systems and processes for the new tax brackets and calculations... read more>>
Medupi produces first power
First power was produced out of the Medupi power station's Unit 6 today, Eskom said on Monday... read more>>
Mobile apps help government connect with citizens, enhance service delivery

Lionel Moyal

Car makers need labour stability, says BMW SA's new boss
More Government news
Lifestyle
Lights, camera, fashion!

Ruth Cooper

The Mercedes-Benz Bokeh South African International Fashion Film Festival and conference is back after a successful debut last year. Now hosted at the prestigious 15 On Orange in Cape Town from the 26 to 28 March, it promises to be a weekend of fashionable film fabulocity. I chatted to founder Adrian Lazarus about what attendees can expect this year. read more>>
Motoring news
Exports boost new vehicle sales

Henrie Geyser: motoring editor

Domestic new vehicle sales of 52,368 in February were only 584 units more than the same month last year but export sales shot up by 35.6% to 29,760 units... read more>>
More Motoring news
New accounts
  • Two new business wins at Pump - more info
  • Listen Up secures SAFTAs 2015 account - more info
  • Paddington Station PR appointed for Gauteng Motor Show 2015 - more info

More accounts  Submit a New account
People on the move
  • SMG South Africa bolsters management team - more info
  • Tribeca appoints two new senior consultants - more info
  • Exposure Marketing appoints new editor for Milestones - more info

More people  Submit a Person
Jobs offered
Mid/Senior Graphic Designer - Pretoria
Mid/senior graphic designer required by established Pretoria-based TTL agency with strong capability in DTP and brand management. Web experience advantageous. Read more >>

PR Account Exec - Cape Town
Small PR agency seeks organised, enthusiastic and sophisticated bright spark with excellent communication skills and a talent for writing, to work on prestigious 5-star hotel, food/wine accounts. Read more >>

Project Manager - Johannesburg
TheGrind PR is looking for a project manager to work with a small PR team to manage varied, exciting client events in this dynamic and growing company. Read more >>

Paid PPC Internship - Cape Town
World Wide Creative has an opening for a paid PPC internship. The internship will suit a recent graduate who is looking to kickstart their career in digital marketing. Read more >>

Account Director - Johannesburg
EXP is looking for an account director for its sports portfolio, working on exciting, varied properties. Strong experience in client service, budgeting, project and staff management is key. Read more >>

Journalist - Johannesburg
Journalist with excellent writing skills, interested in tackling investigative features and telling the South African health and education story. Min three years experience, but salary negotiable depending on experience. Read more >>



New events to diarise
Principles of layout and design
PRISA - 12 Mar 2015 to 13 Mar 2015, Randburg, Johannesburg

Wi-Fi Forum of SA - Inaugural Conference
Ellipsis Management Solutions - 12 Mar 2015, Johannesburg

#hruCapeTown
African Heart Celtic Soul - 13 Mar 2015, Cape Town

Social media and radio journalism
Institute for the Advancement of Journalism - 16 Mar 2015 to 18 Mar 2015, Johannesburg

Community journalism
Quo Vadis Communications - 24 Mar 2015, Johannesburg

Brand Equity & Customer Loyalty Rewards Conference
Trade Conferences International - 25 Mar 2015 to 26 Mar 2015, Johannesburg

South African Eco Film Festival
While You Were Sleeping - 26 Mar 2015 to 2 Apr 2015, Cape Town, Pretoria, Johannesburg, East London

Comrades #NedbankGreenMile 2015
31 May 2015, Camperdown

Cape Homemakers Expo
Cape Homemakers Expo - 27 Aug 2015 to 30 Aug 2015, Cape Town

Township Cinema
Cynthia Pics - 1 Nov 2015, Durban

Upcoming events
TAMS update and Broadcast Research Council launch - 4 Mar 2015, Johannesburg | 11 Mar 2015, Cape Town
You are invited to an update on TAMS and the introduction of the Broadcast Research Council. Read more >>

Write for travel magazines
SA Writer's College - 4 Mar 2015, Countrywide | 18 Mar 2015, Countrywide | 25 Mar 2015, Countrywide | 1 Apr 2015, Countrywide | 22 Apr 2015, Countrywide | 29 Apr 2015, Countrywide

Write better newsletters
SA Writer's College - 4 Mar 2015, Countrywide | 18 Mar 2015, Countrywide | 25 Mar 2015, Countrywide | 1 Apr 2015, Countrywide | 22 Apr 2015, Countrywide | 29 Apr 2015, Countrywide

Writing for social media
SA Writer's College - 4 Mar 2015, Countrywide | 18 Mar 2015, Countrywide | 25 Mar 2015, Countrywide | 1 Apr 2015, Countrywide | 22 Apr 2015, Countrywide | 29 Apr 2015, Countrywide

How to write books for children
SA Writer's College - 4 Mar 2015, Countrywide | 18 Mar 2015, Countrywide | 25 Mar 2015, Countrywide | 1 Apr 2015, Countrywide | 22 Apr 2015, Countrywide | 29 Apr 2015, Countrywide

Working World Exhibition
Inkanyezi Event Organisers - 4 Mar 2015 to 6 Mar 2015, Port Elizabeth

Word-of-mouth in brand building
Vega School of Brand Leadership - 4 Mar 2015 to 6 Mar 2015, Cape Town

Quotes
Amit Kalantri
"Early to bed and early to work might get you a success, but late to bed and early to work will get you a glory."

More quotes  Submit a Quote
PrintPrint any item in this newsletter. EmailEmail any item in this newsletter. CommentComment on any item in this newsletter.


Biz press office welcome

Chemitop has opened a press office on Bizcommunity.com!
Chemitop
We specialise in an extensive range of adhesives and sealants for construction, automotive, engineering, upholstery, cosmetics and medical industries.

Today's weather
Cpt

35°C
16°C
Jhb

25°C
12°C
PE

28°C
15°C
Dur

24°C
16°C
Bloem

27°C
9°C

Customise weather

Industries

Follow us

Press releases: Distribute your news professionally to over 170 000 subscribers across various industries. Read more about our press offices.

Editorial: We welcome your news, views and comments! Email press releases, invitations, interview requests, and proposals to marketingnews@bizcommunity.com and exclusive opinion pieces to contributors-marketing@bizcommunity.com.

Advertising: We welcome your sales enquiries! Email sales@bizcommunity.com and read more about our advertising rates.

Location: Cape Town (head office): tel +27 (0)21 680 3500 | 24 On Main, Main Street, Rosebank, Cape Town, 7700, South Africa. Johannesburg: tel +27 (0)11 513 4172 | Nicol Grove Office Park, Design Quarter, Leslie Avenue, Fourways, Gauteng, 2055.

Subscribe/unsubscribe: Invite your friends, colleagues, suppliers, customers and partners to subscribe!


© 2015 Bizcommunity.com. All rights reserved.
Bizcommunity.com, its sponsors, contributors and advertisers disclaim all liability for any loss, damage, injury or expense that might arise from the use of, or reliance upon, the services contained herein.

Unsubscribe, Manage subscriptions. Subscribe. Change email address. Change frequency to WEEKLY.