| 15 Apr 2013 |
| Marketing & Media | South Africa |
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So long, Shaka Talk Radio 702 and sister station 567 Cape Talk have decided that they will get along without freelance host Shaka Sisulu after he was appointed to the national task team of the ANCYL, but he's not commenting. Meanwhile, on the recruitment side, social recruiting is claimed to be a powerful new way of finding hard-to-reach candidates as talent increasingly shifts online. This is the first in a series of articles on the subject. On the subject of newspapers, according to the latest AMPS, SA newspapers are holding their own, but some genres of magazines are taking strain. Still on the subject of newspapers, Colin Ramparsadh takes issue with Sunday Times' lead story published yesterday. His issue? The fact that Oscar Pistorius' partying was judged to be more newsworthy than race issues at the JSC, Nkandla, and a few other stories that he reckons are far more newsworthy stories and had a much greater claim to make the front page. I agree with him. On the international front, some research in Europe has seen the question being posed: Is the ad industry ready for technology-centric media planning and buying?Finally, we've said it before, and we'll say it again... Think before you post... Fail to do so and you could end up paying lots of your hard-earned green and crinkly to someone who the court has found you wronged. Rod Baker: Content DirectorPS Take a look at the latest Ornico ad showcase.Responses to this column welcomed in our ed's column archive. Send all your South African marketing and media news to marketingnews@bizcommunity.com, exclusive contributor pieces to contributors-marketing@bizcommunity.com and international news to internationalnews@bizcommunity.com; also take a look at our guide "How to contribute to Bizcommunity, from op-ed pieces to news". Don't forget to follow @Bizcommunity on Twitter and join us on Facebook!Top stories [Rod Baker] NEWSWATCH: Talk Radio 702 has axed Shaka Sisulu after he was appointed to the national task team of the ANCYL, reports Mail & Guardian, and recent actions by Icasa indicate incompetence in the organisation, reports BD Live. Read more >> |
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 [Louise Robinson] The technological age has made it much easier to not only get in touch with current and potential clients and business partners in real time, without any delay, but also to create what has fast become a crucial marketing asset to any company: a database. Read more >> |
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 [Colin Ramparsadh] I had already written this column prior to seeing the Sunday Times this morning but decided to change it as I felt compelled to disagree with it. (video) Read more >> |
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[Issued by Pinnacle Management] AFEX 2013 organisers are delighted to add to the speaker list Dr. Nikolaus Eberl, CEO of BrandOvation. Read more >> |
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 [Issued by BrandsRock] A brand new terrestrial radio station just hit the airwaves in and around the Mother City, and the BrandsRock marketing team was on point to assist with the launch of this groundbreaking project. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 [Pete Case, Issued by Gloo] Brands and marketing managers were once the ones who decided what message they would communicate to the market, and now their customers have a voice and they're not afraid to use it. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 [Issued by Right Stuff] Right Stuff is now incorporating Augmented Reality (AR) into their branding products, which will give their clients the opportunity to provide their customers with additional content about them in the form of video clips. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 [Issued by Launch Factory] With a strong presence in seven African countries, Launch Factory's award-winning Branded Content Division is rapidly expanding and creating new opportunities for advertisers. Read more >> visit press office >> |
[Issued by Etiket] Technological advancement has made our lives more sophisticated, however it has also brought the fight to a faceless monster - the disconnected world where the things we buy and subsequent companies we support are phantoms of commerce. Read more >> visit press office >> |
[Issued by Maximizer Software] CCI Technology Solutions used Maximizer Software's CRM platform to play a leading role in efforts to wire businesses in key sectors throughout the country for the global digital marketplace. Read more >> visit press office >> |
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 [Nina Joubert] Recently my brothers and I inherited a holiday cottage. As grateful as we are for this gift our grandmother left us, we've found ourselves rather frustrated with the admin attached to ownership. Read more >> |
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 [Issued by Striata SA] Striata is an annual sponsor of the Billentis report on eInvoicing and eBilling. Michael Wright, Striata CEO, has put together an executive summary of the report, with a focus on implications for B2C eBilling. Read more >> visit press office >> |
[Issued by NXT\] NXT\, through collaborative efforts with TBWA\Tequila, is a joint recipient of several IAC (Internet Advertising Competition) Awards for the best in online advertising. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 [Issued by NATIVE] Amanda Sevasti Fairweather - appointed as head of social media at leading digital agency NATIVE - studied journalism, but fell in love with creative communication. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 [Issued by Triple M Entertainment] Music in Africa will experience a new golden age says Yoel Kenan, the CEO of Africori a digital music rights company focused on Africa. Read more >> |
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 [Issued by Tungsten] This year's 2 Oceans Marathon saw 10,700 athletes participating in what is considered to be "the world's most beautiful marathon". These runners and sports enthusiasts were able to discover all the latest trends at the 2 Oceans Expo. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 [Issued by Gearhouse SA] Seldom will you find an opportunity that is so geared towards the technical supply industry and such a fun way of learning that you simply have to sign on, if technical production is your passion. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 [Issued by The Exhibitionist] "Are marketing expenses tax deductible? Marketing expenses pertaining to direct production of income is tax deductible as long as you have proof that the expense is connected to income," explains David Smith, director of DJS Tax Specialists. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 Times Media's new upmarket glossy magazine launched yesterday in selected subscriber copies of The Sunday Times Business Times. Read more >> |
 [Marion Scher] With so many media companies battling right now and staff being laid off, one of the options for media people is to go freelance. After all this could be cool, right? No boss to answer to, no particular hours - get up when you like... Read more >> |
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 [Issued by MDDA] The MDDA Media Literacy and Culture of Reading project has from 2009 to 2012 provided training to 200 learners in the Eastern Cape, North West, KwaZulu-Natal and the Free State. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 [Issued by MDDA] Deputy Minister Obed Bapela expressed his support and thanks to the MDDA for their great work in assisting to develop community media and small commercial media in South Africa in his address at the National Media Literacy Summit, which took place in Johannesburg on 10 March 2013. Read more >> visit press office >> |
[Issued by MDDA] Professor Keorapetse Kgositsile, Special Advisor to the Minister of Arts and Culture, expressed his support in his address at the MDDA National Media Literacy Summit which took place in Johannesburg on 10 March. Read more >> visit press office >> |
[Issued by AMASA] Bookings for this year's annual AMASA Golf Day, themed 'Superheroes' has already confirmed 22 of the 30 available fourballs. The industry is reminded to book their fourballs or secure sponsorships as soon as possible. Read more >> visit press office >> |
[Issued by MDDA] The Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) will be hosting the Media Literacy and Culture of Reading - the Evaluation Summit on 10-11 April at the Birchwood Hotel in Johannesburg. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 [Issued by MDDA] Over 600 entries have been received for the annual MDDA-Sanlam Local Media Awards for 2012/13, which have now closed for entry, and the adjudication process is now underway. Read more >> visit press office >> |
Sekunjalo Independent Media Consortium and the Board of INM has announced that they have entered into a binding agreement by which Sekunjalo Independent Media Consortium will acquire the entire issued share capital of INM South Africa. Read more >> |
 [Samantha Wright] It's been harped on enough and smart SMEs have come to the social media party. It's a fantastic marketing tool to add to your brand building arsenal. Read more >> |
 [Issued by Provantage] One of the continent's leading out-of-home companies, Provantage, shares valuable insights and research results from a study conducted on their airport.tv platform. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 [Catherine Milward-Bridges] It was the 6th century Greek philosopher, Heraclitus who said, "The only thing that is constant is change." No truer words could be spoken in the context of communication - in this case, internal communication. Read more >> |
[Issued by Colourtone Aries] Colourtone Aries, a printing and packaging powerhouse in the Western Cape, says that it just takes a look around to see that print is everywhere. It is going nowhere, not anytime in our lifetime anyway, or the next even. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 [Paul Meyer, Issued by Luma] For years film producers have impressed us with their creativity and the viewing public has responded by demanding ever increasing excitement and daring for their visual entertainment and pleasure, at home or in cinemas. Read more >> visit press office >> |
[Issued by Mo-Tseleng] Perdix set the challenge to Mo-Tseleng to increase their market share of frozen products across informal traders, vendors and distributors in Mozambique and Angola respectively. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 [Issued by Tradeway Promotions] Leading experiential activation agency, Tradeway, has announced the launch of its Tradeway Academy, which will focus on equipping the South African youth with essential life and business skills to increase their employment opportunities in both the formal and informal job sectors. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 [Issued by The Idea Worx] SA football stars Bennie McCarthy and Reneilwe "Yeye" Letsholonyane spent a Sunday morning playing soccer and socialising with a lucky eight-year-old national Blue Ribbon bread competition winner and his friends. Read more >> visit press office >> |
[Rod Baker] NEWSWATCH: Talk Radio 702 has axed Shaka Sisulu after he was appointed to the national task team of the ANCYL, reports Mail & Guardian, and recent actions by Icasa indicate incompetence in the organisation, reports BD Live. Read more >> |
 [Issued by Algoa FM] Algoa FM presenters Daron Mann and Wayne Hart were announced winners in two commercial radio categories of the MTN Radio Awards at the Gala Banquet at the Sandton Convention Centre this past Saturday. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 [Mark Gray] Social recruiting brings about a powerful new way of finding hard-to-reach candidates as talent increasingly shifts online. Read more >> |
 [Issued by Pyrotec] Propak, the largest packaging, food processing and labelling exhibition in Africa, was recently held at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Gauteng from 12-15 March 2013. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 [Rod Baker] NEWSWATCH: Remember that "Don't touch me on my studio" row? Well, now a charge of intimidation has been laid... three years after the event, reports IOL (video). Read more >> |
WASHINGTON, US: Electronic books provided 23% of US publishing revenues in 2012 but sizzling growth rates have eased, according to industry figures released on Thursday. Read more >> |
 BRUSSELS, BELGIUM: Pentawards 2013 has called for entries so if you're a packaging designer and you want your work to be recognised, enter now! Read more >> |
 MONTREUX, SWITZERLAND: In a survey of 100 media agencies, media owners and brands, conducted by the Festival of Media Global 2013, many believe media agencies are adapting well and that the media planner's role will change to take on more of a strategic/advisory capacity; however there is some concern over a lack of industry standards and transparency, and the disadvantage of a lack of human input. Read more >> |
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 About 90% of motorists travelling on Gauteng roads will pay less than R200 a month on e-tolling‚ the SA National Roads Agency (Sanral) claimed last week. Read more >> |
The proposed N1-N2 Winelands toll project in Cape Town will be different from Gauteng's e-tolling system, the SA National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) said last week. Read more >> |
 [Rod Baker] NEWSWATCH: The Democratic Alliance wants Communications Minister Dina Pule investigated and charged with corruption over appointments made in her department, reports Mail & Guardian. Read more >> |
 [Dr Nikolaus Eberl] Vilified by some, loved by others - the leadership legacy of Margaret Thatcher is as varied as it is distinct. Said German chancellor Angela Merkel: "She was an extraordinary leader in global politics of her time. I will never forget her part in surmounting the division of Europe and at the end of the Cold War." Read more >> |
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 [Eugene Yiga] So much to do, so little time: it's become a mantra for the modern world. No wonder many have taken to writing lists to keep track of it all. But are we making space for what really matters while going about our busyness? Read more >> |
 [Debbie Hathway] "Stunned". "Bereft". "Perspective". These are some of the reactions to the tragic news of Carolyn Holden's untimely demise that most stand out for me. Read more >> |
 [Charles Siboto] Expectation and hype are killers. After approximately two years of waiting GI Joe: Retaliation hits the screens and it's underwhelming to say the least. I'm not too proud to admit that I fell headfirst into the hype machine. Read more >> |
 [Brian Berkman] I couldn't have been more wrong about Pearl Valley. I had dismissed an earlier invitation out of hand when I was still too fat and unfit to walk around a golf estate and the thought of visiting one held no appeal whatsoever. Read more >> |
 [Daniel Dercksen] In a world subjugated by inhumane cruelty, soulless encounters and emotionless relationships, pure love is indeed an alien host in search of significance and fidelity. The Host, New Zealand writer-director Andrew Niccol's perceptive adaptation of Stephenie Meyer's bestseller, is a fascinating journey of connecting with the soul, and reconnecting with love that feeds our existence. Read more >> |
 [Henrie Geyser: motoring editor] The new Auris is aesthetically quite a brave move by the rather conservative Japanese carmaker and all the signs are there that future Toyotas will look more like its cheeky new 86 sports car than the Plain Jane passenger cars it has been churning out for years. Read more >> |
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- The Crypt Jazz Restaurant appoints FIVESTAR PR - more info
- LifePrep College contracts Outline Promotions - more info
- M&C Saatchi appointed by EFC AFRICA - more info
- New client redesigns the exhibition space - more info
- New appointments at OIM - more info
- Turner appoints Tal Hewitt as general manager - more info
- Nando's appoints new CEO - more info
- Lion of Africa Insurance restructures sales force - more info
- Comztek appoints channel manager for gateProtect - more info
- New Wave Outdoor Media appoints senior sales executive - more info
- Chantal Barton joins TCB group - more info
 Promise is searching for a highly competent retail account manager. Read more >>
 Columinate is recruiting! Our growing team seeks a quantitative researcher who is interested in working with innovative online technologies and research techniques. Read more >>
International head of SEO. Package R30,000 per month. We're looking for South Africa's best SEO specialist to head up our SEO proposition globally. Read more >>We are on the hunt for an experienced and knowledgeable technical writer. This person will be responsible for writing online content for a variety of IT companies Read more >>One of the country's most cutting edge companies is looking for a mid-level web designer with a passion for creativity and excellence, to help with the creative process. Read more >>Innovative company seeking senior web designer. Passionate about design and excellence? Look no further - All the awesomeness of an advertising agency with the freedom of an internet company. Read more >>BrandsRock is on the hunt for a talented and enthusiastic mid/senior art director to join our Cape Town team. Read more >>A Cape Town based brand and packaging design agency is looking for a senior designer to fill the position as head of design. Read more >>Graphic designer who is an expert user of photoshop, illustrator and indesign. Understanding of web issues, able to design newsletters, annual reports, magazines, websites, posters. Design programmes on mac/pc Read more >>Leisure Hotels owns four hotels in CT. We are looking at intensifying our presence on the web and creating revenue generating opportunities by using and optimising our social media presence Read more >>Leading agency Exp is looking for an experienced operations director, financially minded and able to multi task across multiple projects and multiple clients. Experience in events and activations essential. Read more >>EE senior account manager with about five years ad. agency experience in TTL for one of Cape Towns finest agencies.
Work on large International account in Jhb. Top opportunity Read more >>Account manager/director for B2B IT PR agency in Newlands, Cape Town Read more >>Cape Town Tourism is looking for a passionate, energetic and dynamic Chief Executive Officer Read more >>The Firewater Group, based in Sandton, is looking for a new front desk face/vampire slayer to fit in with our dynamic and crazy office culture. Read more >>Can you manage and develop mutually beneficial and sustainable business relationships with designated customers, maximising Visual Fusion's financial returns and delivering breakthrough within a set customer base? Read more >>Self motivated, creative and innovative designer with experience in print and web design wanted. Passionate about design. Three to five years' experience in InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop required. Read more >>Editor - JohannesburgStudent Village, South Africa's leading youth marketing and career development solutions provider, is looking for a rock star editor. Read more >>Student Village, South Africa's leading youth marketing and career development solutions provider, is looking for an inspirational and innovative individual to head up its graduate recruitment and career development division. Read more >>
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