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[Orchids & Onions] SuperSport scores a goal with rugby ad
[Brendan Seery] Perhaps it's because I like rugby (sometimes); perhaps it's because I will never forget those spine-tingling times, 20 years ago, when Joel Stransky booted our Rainbow Nation to the top of the world... read more>>

Brand trust - It's in the eyes

John Laurence

If you have seen any of the Planet of the Apes movies, you were probably amazed at how eerily human-like the apes are. Unlike some members of my family, they hold the remarkable ability to effectively communicate and display real emotion...

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Meeting that brand Promise X10

Leigh Andrews

Promise has seen a decade of impressive results - here's how it lives up to the brand promise it offers clients...

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The four new mobile moments unpacked

Joseph Neusu

Recent findings published by Google show that there are now four new mobile moments that every brand should be aware of and try to leverage profitably...

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Loeries Creative Week Durban
Bumper year for Loeries entries

Issued by The Loeries

The Loeries has announced a significant increase in entries in 2015, with more than 2,600 professional entries vying for the coveted accolade in various categories... read more>>
Advertising
Sharon Keith third Creative Circle Champion of Creativity
The Creative Circle has awarded its third Champion of Creativity to 'The Rainbow Maker', Sharon Keith, Marketing Director of Coca-Cola Southern Africa... read more>>
Penquin's 15-year milestone

Issued by Penquin Airtime

Dynamic Johannesburg ad agency, Penquin, is celebrating a decade-and-a-half of success... read more>>
CSI
Third annual Kaya FM 67KM Relay: Fully under way

Issued by Kaya FM 95.9

The third Annual Kaya FM 67KM Relay will be officially launched on Thursday, 6 August, via a Captain's Reception event for team captains of the participating teams. The relay will take place on Sunday, 6 September... read more>>
Digital
Essential for companies to shift from bootcamp training to performance support

Ivanna Granelli

Companies need to rethink the ways that they train and manage employees if they are to maximise returns from business processes and systems... read more>>
Why "micro-moments" is not just a buzzword

Nicole Sobotker, Issued by DQ&A Media Group

"Micro-moments" describes the split seconds in which consumers make crucial decisions about products and services. But what do "micro-moments" really mean, and are they really something to take note of, or just a digital fad?... read more>>
You: Are what you read and what you watch

Will Green, Issued by Apurimac

Most people have heard of the saying "You are what you read." One of the most frequent habits of successful people is exactly this pastime... read more>>
Direct Marketing
PocketMedia Solutions and KLT: Helping visitors love the Kruger Lowveld

Issued by PocketMedia

Kruger Lowveld Tourism's annual tourist map and guide has become one of the Lowveld's must-have items for all visitors to the region... read more>>
Magazines
Spaces 17: The forecast issue

Issued by New Media

The new issue of Plascon Spaces contains a comprehensive guide covering everything from the hues that will dominate next year, to the paint techniques and décor looks that will make your space cutting-edge... read more>>
Media
AMASA workshop new dates announced

Issued by AMASA

The Advertising Media Association of South Africa has announced that the sought-after Annual Media Planning workshop has now been confirmed to take place on 18-21 February in 2016... read more>>
Research
Bridging the divide between customer intelligence and business intelligence

Issued by Effective Intelligence

The more time and energy brands invest into understanding their customers, the more customers will feel valued and "give back" to the brands they love... read more>>
Social Media
Social media is not a foe but a friend

Musa Msane

Listening to the head-honcho at WPP, Sir Martin Sorrell recently where he bemoaned lack of business acumen in the marketing communications industry... read more>>
Women's Month
Nine finalists in 2015 Fairlady Women of the Future Awards
Fairlady, in partnership with Santam, has selected nine finalists for the 2015 Fairlady Women of the Future and Rising Star Awards... read more>>
International
Cult satirist Stewart retires from 'Daily Show'
NEW YORK, USA: Not even Barack Obama wants to see him go. But after informing and entertaining American viewers for 16 years, Jon Stewart will present his final episode of "The Daily Show" on Thursday. read more>>
John Mescall to speak at Creative LIAisons
London International Awards 2015 has announced that John Mescall, Global Executive Creative Director of McCann Worldgroup, will be a speaker in the Creative LIAisons programme... read more>>
More International
Africa
Ghanaian acquisitions for Dentsu Aegis Networks
Dentsu Aegis Network has acquired two leading media buying and planning agencies in Ghana, Adams Media Ghana and Premier Media... read more>>
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New business
  • TWO.AM appointed by Hasbro South Africa - more info

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People on the move
  • LKDA appoints new chief marketing and operations officer - more info

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Jobs offered
Head of Digital (Communications group) - Johannesburg
Superskills ConsultingDigital communications head/strategist. R600 - R 800K. Digital communications expert capable across the spectrum of digital channels, strategies and tactics. Social media strategy, delivery of digital campaigns, handle digital communications. Read more >>


Senior PR Account Executive - Johannesburg
We're looking for a dynamic, highly organised PR account executive to join our digital PR agency. You need to be passionate about PR and love what you do. Read more >>


Traffic/Client Liaison/New Business Person - Johannesburg
StudioPeople Creative RecruitmentA small agency eager to grow is looking for a traffic/client liaisons/new business person to develop relationships with clients and facilitate existing projects from beginning to end. Read more >>


Graphic and Digital Designer/Art Director/DTP - Johannesburg
StudioPeople Creative RecruitmentA small but up and coming design agency is looking for a skilled junior to mid designer who has a passion for design to join their diverse agency. Read more >>


Marketing Intern - Cape Town
Niche TrainingA training firm needs an intern to extend our digital reach, ensure constant content is available on our online platforms and build and network our databases of prospective delegates. Read more >>


Director - Client Services - Cape Town
Stellenbosch University currently seeks to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced director - client services (Ref. BIB/247/0715). Applications close: 16 August 2015 Read more >>

Graphic Designer - Johannesburg
Vibrant integrated industrial agency in the north needs a dynamic, experienced print and digital designer. Read more >>

Senior Account Manager - PR/Lifestyle - Cape Town
Cape Town based PR agency looking for a superstar senior account manager to join our small specialist team working on our signature events, lifestyle and consumer clients. Read more >>

Marketing Assistant - Cape Town
Stellenbrau Brewery is looking for a vibrant personality to assist in the marketing department in the fast growing craft beer industry. Read more >>



New events to diarise
5th Annual Customer Experience
Fexton Conferences - 17 Aug 2015 to 18 Aug 2015, Johannesburg

Strategic brand leadership
Vega School of Brand Leadership - 18 Aug 2015 to 1 Dec 2015, Johannesburg | 18 Aug 2015 to 1 Dec 2015, Durban | 18 Aug 2015 to 1 Dec 2015, Cape Town | 18 Aug 2015 to 1 Dec 2015, Pretoria

Communication strategies - stakeholder engagement
The Conference Hub - 20 Aug 2015 to 21 Aug 2015, Johannesburg

Reputation management
PRISA - 20 Aug 2015, Johannesburg

Essentials of digital media management
Sol Plaatje Institute - 24 Aug 2015 to 28 Aug 2015, Grahamstown

Business Entrepreneurship and Franchise Expo
Thebe Reed Exhibitions - 10 Sep 2015 to 13 Sep 2015, Johannesburg

Vila Kasi Expo Festival
Vilakasi Holdings (PTY) LTD - 24 Sep 2015 to 27 Sep 2015, Johannesburg

International Public Relations
Millennium Conferences - 27 Sep 2015 to 29 Sep 2015, Johannesburg

The Business Excellence Forum and Awards
ActionCOACH SA - 5 Nov 2015 to 6 Nov 2015, Johannesburg

Short course in event management
Continuing Education at Univ of Pta Trust - 18 Nov 2015 to 20 Nov 2015, Pretoria

Upcoming events
Slipper Day - 7 Aug 2015, Countrywide
Reach For A Dream is encouraging everyone to wear their slippers on 7 August. Buy your R10 sticker from Wimpy and help fulfill the dreams of children fighting life threatening illnesses. Read more >>

Industry Trends and Forecasts - 7 Aug 2015, Johannesburg | 19 Aug 2015, Cape Town
2015 Industry Trends and 2016 Forecasts: This half day workshop focuses on global and local best practice for community/social investment and development practitioners. Read more >>

Trade Opportunities at Decorex Joburg 2015 - 6 Aug 2015 to 10 Aug 2015, Johannesburg
New opportunities for exhibitors and trade visitors to Decorex Joburg to widen their business network have been announced by the organisers of Africa's largest décor, design and lifestyle exhibition. Read more >>

QuirkU - Life Lessons with Ryan Stramrood - 7 Aug 2015, Cape Town
QuirkU - Life Lessons with Ryan StramroodJoin us as we listen to ultra-extreme swimming adventurer Ryan Stramrood inspire us with the story of his journey to becoming a record setting ice swimmer. Read more >>

Module 3 - Event compliance management
The Hedgehog Event - 6 Aug 2015, Johannesburg, Fourways

Photography 2
PRISA - 6 Aug 2015, Randburg

A-Z of brand building
Vega School of Brand Leadership - 6 Aug 2015 to 7 Aug 2015, Johannesburg | 6 Aug 2015 to 7 Aug 2015, Durban | 6 Aug 2015 to 7 Aug 2015, Cape Town | 6 Aug 2015 to 7 Aug 2015, Pretoria

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