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The truth about content

Andrew MacKenzie

Content - the word is everywhere and, for something so talked about, it has a pretty fuzzy definition. At its most literal, it is anything that someone might read, see, watch or interact with. So pretty broad... Read

Instagram: How to create that picture-perfect PR strategy

Adam Hunter

Instagram has gone from a trendy iOS-only app, to a massive social network with Android and web presence with more than 300 million monthly users... Read

Teljoy uses telly and more to tell off 'The Man'

Leigh Andrews

Many of us mutter about 'The Man'. Here's how Teljoy's tackling 'the man' in its new Rent to Own campaign... Read

Marketing
Successful customer engagement management demands planning, personalisation and optimisation

Bianca Quinn-Diavastos

In a digital world, marketers have access to the tools and channels that allow us to engage with customers and prospects in increasingly personalised and relevant ways... read



Advertising
South Africa wins three statues at London International Awards
At the 2015 London International Awards, held in Las Vegas, South Africa picked up three Statues and two Finalists... read
Cinema
Seven local filmmakers go to Nigeria with KwaZulu-Natal Film Commission
The KwaZulu-Natal Film Commission will be attending the African International Film Festival (AFRIFF) in Lagos, Nigeria (8-15 November 2015) and will be taking seven local filmmakers... read
Digital
Associated Media Publishing awarded coveted Xtreme Digital makeover prize from NXT\ Digital Innovation

Issued by NXT\

Extreme makeovers are exciting to watch. We all love witnessing something fabulous unfold, revealing the potential that was there all along. Now take that concept, apply it to a brand, and imagine the possibilities... read
iProspect appoints two heavy hitters

Issued by iProspect

Kerry Ho-Van Rensburg and Kerry Kerslake have joined iProspect South Africa as Brand Unit Directors, based in Johannesburg and Cape Town respectively... read
Education
Creative writing workshop in Cape Town
The Write Voice creative writing workshop will be held at the Waterfront Theatre School in Port Road, Cape Town on Wednesday evenings from 6pm until 9pm on 11, 18, 25 November and 2 December ... read
Entrepreneurship
Wisdom Forum hosts great entrepreneurial minds
The annual Wisdom Forum, hosted by Old Mutual Corporate, will take place on this evening, Tuesday 10 November at 6:30pm. The platform will be live streamed for the first time to the public... read
Events & Conferencing
How the 2016 Cape Town International Jazz Festival grows new arts writers and photographers

Issued by espAfrika

Are you an arts writer, blogger or photographer who wants to broaden your horizons? Do you lead an arts reporting team and need fresh ideas about inspiring and energising team members? read
Retail
Is your packaging ready for the holiday season?

Issued by Pyrotec

Here are three ways for brands to use their packaging to surprise, delight and offer value to consumers as they fight their way through the throngs of year-end shoppers... read
International
New York Times turns to virtual reality
NEW YORK, USA: The New York Times has taken its first step into virtual reality, launching a new app and distributing a Google cardboard viewer that offers "a new form of story telling"... read
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New appointments
  • John Parr appointed as head of VideoSwarm - more info

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Jobs offered
Midweight Copywriter and Proofreader - Johannesburg
Blue AppleExperienced mid-level copywriter and proofreader needed for creative agency based in Parkhurst. We have a particular affinity for people who use plain language and who gets short copy. Read more >>

Snr Graphic Designer - Cape Town
Required: Senior designer responsible for conceptualisation and implementation of design solutions from concept to completion with a specialised knowledge of methods and techniques of graphic design, layout, production and reproduction. Read more >>


Business Development Manager - Johannesburg
Greatstock requires a highly motivated go-getter with a sound knowledge of the media industry to develop and grow new business. Read more >>





New events to diarise
Applied Law in Everyday Business - 17 Nov 2015 to 19 Nov 2015, Johannesburg | 19 Jan 2016 to 21 Jan 2016, Johannesburg | 9 Mar 2016 to 11 Mar 2016, Johannesburg | 6 Apr 2016 to 8 Apr 2016, Johannesburg
Understanding the law and how to apply it to your business contracting with clients and suppliers, SLA's, Protection of Personal Information Act, Consumer Protection Act, Copyright and Trademark Law. Read more >>



Demystify social media
Quo Vadis Communications - 11 Nov 2015, Johannesburg


Creative writing workshop
The Writing Studio - 11 Nov 2015 to 5 Dec 2015, Cape Town


Africa Com
Informa - 17 Nov 2015 to 19 Nov 2015, Cape Town


HIPPO School
HIPPO Communications - 23 Nov 2015, Cape Town


Practical print production in advertising
Read Between The Lines - 24 Nov 2015 to 26 Nov 2015, Johannesburg | 9 Feb 2016 to 11 Feb 2016, Johannesburg | 8 Mar 2016 to 10 Mar 2016, Johannesburg | 5 Apr 2016 to 7 Apr 2016, Johannesburg | 10 May 2016 to 12 May 2016, Johannesburg


The Big Issue Breakfast
HIPPO Communications - 25 Nov 2015, Cape Town


Stakeholder reputation management masterclass
The Reputation Go-to Guy - 26 Nov 2015 to 27 Nov 2015, Johannesburg


Upcoming events
Social Media for Sales People - 12 Nov 2015 to 13 Nov 2015, Johannesburg
Learn how to tap into the elements of social media to support your selling techniques. Read more >>

Township Business Conference and Expo
Moshate Media - 11 Nov 2015 to 13 Nov 2015, Johannesburg


IAS Marketers Masterclass
Independent Agency Search and Selection Company - 12 Nov 2015, Johannesburg


Professional event management
PRISA - 12 Nov 2015 to 13 Nov 2015, Johannesburg


Coaching skills for supervisors
Staff Training - 12 Nov 2015 to 13 Nov 2015, Johannesburg


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