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SA roars at Cannes Lions

OK, we've said it before, and we'll say it again... When it comes to creativity, SA is second to none. Cannes Lions 2014 has announced the final winners and South African entries featured. Our congratulations to all our entrants, finalists, and winners. You've done us proud.

Less overwhelmed is Tiffany Markman, who is somewhat underwhelmed by PowerPoint. She (and husband Daniel) reckon PowerPoint needs more power.

Finally, one of our US contributors, Henry Buell, reports on a new entrant to the South African direct sales sector and says mynt is redefining direct sales to reach Generation C

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[Cannes Lions 2014] Last winners announced
The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity announced the final winners of the 2014 awards on Saturday, 21 June 2014. South African agencies Ogilvy & Mather Johannesburg and Net#work BBDO each walked away with a Bronze Lion. (video) Read more >>



[Cannes Lions 2014] Branded Content, Film, Film Craft shortlists released
The Branded Content & Entertainment, Film and Film Craft shortlists have been released, with South Africa featuring in two of the three categories. Winners was announced on Saturday, 21 June 2014. Read more >>



Facebook's EdgeRank algorithm changes: How it works and why it's a good thing
[Craig Steyn] Marketers and businesses have long been using Facebook to promote their products and services, but... Read more >>



[Cannes Lions 2014] SA's winning work: Design, Press, Radio
Last night saw the announcement of the winners of the Cyber, Design, Product Design, Press and Radio Lions. South Africa won awards in the Design, Press and Radio categories and Ogilvy & Mather Johannesburg took home a Grand Prix Award. (video) Read more >>



[Cannes Lions 2014] SA wins 10 Lions in Media, Outdoor
At last night's award ceremony for Media, Mobile and Outdoor, South Africa was honoured with one Gold Lion, two Silver Lions, and seven Bronze Lions in the Media and Outdoor categories. (video) Read more >>


Biz Takeouts
[Biz Takeouts Podcast] 94: The future state of retail with Mike Saunders
On the last Biz Takeouts Marketing and Media Radio show we chatted to Mike Saunders, CEO of Digitlab. [twitterfall] Read more >>

Creative Week Cape Town
Stephen Doyle appointed as Loeries Communication Design jury chairman
Stephen Doyle of New York-based agency, Doyle Partners, has been appointed as the Communication Design jury chairman for the 2014 Loeries. Read more >>

Loeries select Print, Outdoor and Collateral Media panel for 2014 awards
The panel for the Print, Outdoor and Collateral Media for Loeries 2014 has been selected. Read more >>

Arno Lindemann appointed to Loeries jury
Trends
Latest internet trends

Louise Marsland

As we know, the dizzying speed of change on the interwebs has led to fundamental changes in commerce, communication and the consumption of information and entertainment content. Read more >>

Cannes Lions
[Cannes Lions 2014] SA's 'Street Store' takes Gold at Cannes Lions

Hando Sinisalu, Best Marketing International

South Africa's 'Street Store' entry brought home Gold for SA in this year's Cannes Lions. Read more >>

[Cannes Lions 2014] South African radio success in Cannes Lions

Hando Sinisalu, Best Marketing International

Interview with Cannes Radio Lions jury member from South Africa: Vanessa Pearson, Executive Creative Director, House of Brave... (video) Read more >>

Media Freedom & Right to Know
Freedom of media under threat even in top democracies

Anton Harber

Significant threats to media freedom are coming from unexpected places, the World Editors' Forum heard in Turin, Italy, last week... Read more >>

Marketing
Marketers: Professional mackers - part 2

Sanele Mgaga

It's funny to me how much marketers and designers nowadays take their trades for granted. What's even more surprising is how little we are willing to fight accountants in the boardroom. Read more >>

IMC Conference Cape Town paves the way for Johannesburg edition

Issued by Living Your Brand

Advertising
Silver Cannes Lion Health award for SA's Boomtown

Issued by Boomtown




Gold at end of rainbow for Coca-Cola RainbowNation

Issued by FCB South Africa

The benefits of working with a small, nimble, hungry advertising agency

Kevin Kleynhans, Issued by The Mouse that Roared

Bevan Cullinan scoops PromaxBDA Gold

Issued by Fresh Eye Films

Gareth Lessing adds creative clout to MetropolitanRepublic

Issued by MetropolitanRepublic

MetropolitanRepublic: One republic. Five countries. And Cape Town

Issued by MetropolitanRepublic

Ian Chuter cements position as leading food director

Issued by Platypus

In celebration of Youth Month - June15 Brand Movement puts a face to ArcelorMittal's success

Issued by June15 Brand Movement

New board appointments at Mortimer Harvey

Issued by Mortimer Harvey

Branding
The new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé - exclusive and exciting mobility with elegant functionality

Issued by BMW




Is creating co-dependent business ecosystems the new competitive advantage?

Thomas Oosthuizen

Leading questions with Natasha Sideris from Tashas

Issued by Blast Brand Catalysts

Cinema
SA movie in competition at International Youth Cinema Festival

Issued by Giant Films

CRM
What if we voted for green grocers and shoe shops, banks and service providers?

Andrew Cook

In its truest form, a democratic country is ruled by public opinion. This is as true of governmental elections as it is of determining which retail companies will trump others or which banks will take the largest chunks of the customer pie graph. Read more >>

Care, Connect, Grow

Issued by TLC Marketing Worldwide

CSI
Young people encouraged to believe in themselves and stand against oppression in their lives

Issued by Universal Church of the Kingdom of God

Ride4Change2014

Issued by Red Cherry Media

Brrrrrringing a warmer winter to Cape Town

Issued by Good Hope FM

The Salvation Army's eye-catching real estate campaign

Issued by Grey

Artists selected to transform the city

Issued by NATIVE VML

Why South Africa needs your business

Alexis Azzie, Issued by Amorphous

Design
Is web design in Cape Town better than web design in Johannesburg?

Graeme Wilson

Most stereotypes are absolute hogwash. Some, however, are born from some small seed of truth. Read more >>

Bizcommunity announces new masthead interface

Issued by Bizcommunity.com

Following on the positively received 2013 site design changes, today sees the launch of an improved masthead interface for Bizcommunity, designed to offer easier access to content across its 20 industry news portals. Read more >>

Impact By Design summit
Searching for South Africa's exceptional inventors
Digital
DigiChat with Andrea: Programmatic Digital Media Buying

Andrea Mitchell

It is predicted that Programmatic Media Buying will soon replace all traditional ways of media planning and buying - not just for digital, but for all media channels. Read more >>




The future of digital marketing is integrated. Learn to embrace it

Tess Sulaman

Not too long ago, I came across the concept of quantum entanglement, which if you like is a kind of romance at a particle level, which translates into lifelong attachment by particles. Read more >>

Real world smart glasses

Arthur Goldstuck

More data, better analysis to combat dwindling organic reach on Facebook

Issued by Hellocomputer

Heavy Chef to host Gareth Cliff on 24 June in Johannesburg. Book now!

Issued by World Wide Creative

Education & Training
Do or die: The advantages of moving first

Sid Peimer

In the early days of the automobile industry, engineers agreed that the steam engine was far more efficient than the petrol engine... Read more >>

Another free webinar from Adapt To Change
Applications now open for online University of Cape Town postgraduate programmes

Issued by GetSmarter

Events & Conferencing
Bekker lined up for Future of Media and Advertising Conference
The Future of Media and Advertising conference, taking place on 30 July 2014, has a video headline interview with media magnate, Koos Bekker, speaking for the first time after stepping down as CEO of Naspers earlier this year. Read more >>

PowerPoint needs more power

Tiffany Markman

Yup, that's right. You heard us*. PowerPoint - mostly - stinks. And it's time to take back your PowerPoint power, because Microsoft is trying to take it away from you. Read more >>

Zakes Bantwini, Judith Sephuma, iFani and friends delighted Durban on Youth Day

Issued by ECHO Events and Conferences

Holiday fun with Ben 10 and Mister Maker at DStv Kids' Xtravaganza

Issued by VWV Group

Meet the speaker: Vanessa Goosen

Issued by Speakers Inc

Grind launches Bubble Tea to the mobile bar market at Markex 2014

Issued by Grind Mobile Coffee

Exhibitions
Inaugural StokvelEx to be launched during the national savings month in Tshwane

Issued by 7Colours Communications

Book now for global trend update at Decorex Joburg 2014

Issued by Thebe Reed Exhibitions

Magazines
Kwenta Media launches new magazine Essence Of Africa
A monthly lifestyle magazine, Essence Of Africa, has been launched by Kwenta Media, and will be on sale at major retailers on 13 October. Read more >>

Student Brands - the Smart Issue is here

Issued by Student Brands

Destiny Man celebrates five years of being bold and distinguished!

Issued by Ndalo Media

Media
Am I being ripped off? Freelancing for a profit

Marion Scher

For me one of the hardest parts of any freelance business dealing is coming up with a price for my work... Read more >>

Mobile
Mobile ERP app development mistakes that will ruin your enterprise app

Nilesh Talaviya

Implementing an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system is one of the most costly, time taking and tedious tasks for an IT department. Read more >>

Orange may open retail stores for customers

Thabiso Mochiko

PriceCheck and MTN extend m-commerce deal to Nigeria

Issued by PriceCheck

MMA reveals a creative framework for breakthrough mobile marketing campaigns

Issued by Mobile Marketing Association

Using mobile and tablet applications to innovate your business

Issued by iShack Digital Consultancy

Online Media
e.tv and eNCA partner with Habari Media

Issued by Habari Media

Tumblr Sponsored Posts now promoted on Yahoo

Mike Kerns and Lee Brown, Issued by Apurimac

Introducing Yahoo Beauty

Bobbi Brown, Issued by Apurimac

Taking a mobile-first approach to native advertising

Ned Brody, Issued by Apurimac

OOH
Award-winning City Sightseeing experiences

Issued by Tag 8

PR & Communications
Dear Journo...

Lucinda Boddy

This letter has been a long time coming... Read more >>

PR sites have lost up to 60% visibility on Google: How to adapt

Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard

Harnessing the power of the media

Issued by Janine Lazarus Media Consultancy

Research
South Africa not online - 63% have no access
A recent poll by Ipsos, investigating various online habits of South Africans, indicates that only 34% of South Africans have access to the Internet, whilst 63% say they are not able to access it. Read more >>

Partnership to conduct research into interactive video market
TNS launches new algorithm to get to the heart of small area classification

Issued by TNS South Africa

How to grow your SME through research

Issued by Interact RDT

TNS takes top awards at SAMRA 2014

Issued by TNS South Africa

Sponsorship
Media owners sought for 2014 ALP
The AMASA Learnership Programme (ALP) is seeking top agency partners who are prepared to assist in the education of people with an interest in the media, marketing and advertising industry, through the provision of six-month internships. Read more >>

Virgin Mobile South Africa becomes headline sponsor of SRL
TV
eNCA/Brandlab take Gold at Promaxbda in LA

Issued by e.tv

Youth Marketing
SB welcomes new member!

Issued by Student Brands



Promoted content
The new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé - exclusive and exciting mobility with elegant functionality

Issued by BMW

The new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé is the first four-door coupé in the premium mid-size class that represents a consistent extension of the model range. Read more >>



International

Washington Post, New York Times join forces
WASHINGTON, USA: Two arch rival US newspapers, the Washington Post and New York Times, agreed to work together to find ways to improve interaction with readers online. Read more >>

Redefining direct sales to reach Generation C

Henry Buell

RIXEYVILLE, US: The direct sales industry has changed very little over the last few decades, incorporating new technologies as they have developed, rather than evolving their business practices to capitalise further on existing markets. Read more >>

Amazon sets 'Fire' to smartphone market
WASHINGTON, USA: Amazon has unveiled its "Fire Phone," a high-end handset boasting what it claims are "breakthrough technologies" in a move aimed at challenging Apple and Samsung. Read more >>

Facebook's Slingshot released to users
WASHINGTON, USA: Facebook released a new instant messaging app that enables users to send photos or video to selected friends who will only be able to see or view them once they send an image back. Read more >>

'Kill' switches added to Android and Microsoft smartphones
BMW installs new technology
Google's Nest Labs buys Dropcam for $555m
Twitter moves to beef up video sharing on social media
BlackBerry makes a small profit
YouTube blocks artists on paid music service
BlackBerry beefs up its message security

More International


Galleries

IMC Conference Cape Town paves the way for Johannesburg edition

More
JWT celebrates The Hardy Boys acquisition

More

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Government

University attendance low among black S Africans
University attendance for black South Africans remains low, says Statistics South Africa (Stats SA). Read more >>

Examiners may need police clearance
All matric examination officials will have to get a police and a security clearance if proposed regulations are adopted. Read more >>

MyCiTi gets approval from taxi association
Cape Town will expand its rapid bus system to two townships after winning support from a taxi association that was opposed to the service. Read more >>

Faith in the media

Ed Herbst

New Minister of Communications Faith Muthambi needs to have a firm understanding of the role of the media, an even-handed and reasonable approach to working with it, and well, faith in the media. Read more >>

Doctors blame province for equipment shortages
The new rules for travelling with children
Union Buildings offers free public Wi-Fi
SA Reserve Bank amends exchange control rules

Ralph van Niekerk and Nick Pemberton

An open letter to AU's heads of state

Kanayo F. Nwanze

SONA: Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry comments
Strike hits building confidence
One SA university in Brics Top Ten
Ministers react to President Zuma's speech

More Government news


Lifestyle

Bay Harbour Market: For every type and taste bud

Ilse van den Berg

As tempting as sleeping in on a rainy Saturday morning may be, don't let this Mother City and her weather moods make you miss out on a weekend at Bay Harbour Market which, I believe, is one of the best markets Cape Town has to offer. Read more >>

[10 Things I Love About...] Slacking off...

Brian Berkman

Slack packing, or hiking with someone else transporting your gear and checking into accommodation along the way is gaining popularity with folk who love the great outdoors but not enough to sleep under it. Read more >>


New accounts

  • Greater Than to manage PR for Real Architects of Society - more info
  • SV Agency to represent Lennox Bacela - more info
  • GreenQueen Communications wins the Engen Pitch and Polish account - more info

More accounts  Submit a New account


People on the move

  • New shareholding partner to join Ultimate Media - more info
  • IAB appoints new country manager - more info
  • SV Agency appoints new promotions head - more info
  • Isiko Media appoints business manager - more info
  • ThinkTank appoints new managing director - more info
  • Mulberry Marketing Communications appoints vice president - more info

More people  Submit a Person


Jobs offered

Digital Account Manager - Johannesburg
Promise Digital is looking for a seasoned digital account manager to lead the account management of a portfolio of brands. Read more >>


PHP Web Developer - Johannesburg
We are looking for a developer that will be responsible for website, mobile and tablet development specifically in PHP and mySQL. Read more >>


Digital Media Sales Executive - Cape Town
Mark 1, a cutting edge digital media business has an exciting opportunity for a motivated sales executive to join their dynamic, ever-expanding team. Read more >>


Multimedia Creative Director - Tshwane
Establish brand and visual communications unit. Achieve brand consistency and visibility for statutory authority. Set up and manage graphic design studio. Read more >>

Communication Officer - Cape Town
The Department of the Premier at Western Cape Government, seeks a suitably qualified communications officer (photography) in Cape Town. Read more >>

Sponsorship Coordinator - Johannesburg
We are looking for a young, dynamic person to join our team in working on exciting sponsorship properties. Read more >>

Senior Account Executive - Johannesburg
Kaelo Engage is looking for a media savvy senior account executive who has well established media contacts to guarantee that our clients get the coverage they deserve. Read more >>

BTL Art Director - Johannesburg
Medium BTL art director for permanent position with large exciting experiential marketer. FMCG experience plus promotional work. Wide variety of work - print some design. R30K to R45K per month. Read more >>

Mid-Level ASP .Net Web Developer - Cape Town
.Net skilled online application/web developer at a sought after boutique digital agency. Work with top brands in a fast paced, challenging and rewarding environment. Read more >>

Account Manager - Johannesburg
Creatively change your world! Work as an account manager at Creacha: creative agency led by digital. Our search is on for a dynamic mid-senior AM. Could it be you? Read more >>

Digital Strategist - Johannesburg
HKLM Group, a leading brand and communication design consultancy, has a vacancy for an experienced and entrepreneurial digital strategist. Read more >>

Finance Manager - Johannesburg
Switch is looking to employ a finance manager to head up the financial operations of the business. Previous experience in advertising will serve as an advantage. Read more >>

Front-End Web Developer/Designer - Cape Town
Dreamsmiths is looking for a ninja front-end web developer/designer to bring strength to our team and to use your skills to add value to our clients' marketing efforts. Read more >>

Junior .Net Developer - Cape Town
Dreamsmiths is looking for a ninja junior .Net developer to add value to our growing team and to improve your skills in an exciting environment with great clients. Read more >>

Junior and Mid Graphic Designer - Pretoria
The award-winning Pretoria/Centurion-based experiential and advertising agency, Etiket, is looking for a junior/mid graphic designer to be part of our lively and extremely unique creative team. Read more >>




New events to diarise

ITWeb Social Media Summit 2014 - 25 Jun 2014 Johannesburg
Get the chance to network extensively with both the speakers and other social media decision-makers at the Social Media Summit 2014. Read more >>


Cape Town Science Centre doodle session
1000Drawings CT - 26 Jun 2014 Cape Town

#SpeakSocial - Social media workshop
DigitLab - 27 Jun 2014 Durban

Youth In Business and Planning Seminar
Pm5media - 27 Jun 2014 Johanesburg

DStv Kids' Xtravaganza
28 Jun 2014 to 6 Jul 2014 Johannesburg

SEO Strategy
AAA School of Advertising - 21 Jul 2014 to 25 Aug 2014 Cape Town

Graphic and web design workshops
Multidimensions - 6 Aug 2014 to 27 Aug 2014 Sandton

Digital marketing strategies course
Blue Magnet Digital Academy - 25 Aug 2014 to 27 Aug 2014 Johannesburg

FutureTech 2014
Popular Mechanics - 10 Oct 2014 Cape Town


Upcoming events

Search marketing workshop - 24 Jun 2014 to 26 Jun 2014 Cape Town
Demystifying SEO, AdWords and Analytics in just three days. This course is an absolute must for an website owner or marketer. Read more >>

Engage and Connect with Stokvels Seminar - 25 Jun 2014 Johannesburg
Attend this half-day event on Wednesday 25 June 2014 and update yourself with the latest facts and trends around stokvels, based on the most recent research from African Response. Read more >>


ITWeb Social Media Summit 2014 - 25 Jun 2014 Johannesburg
Get the chance to network extensively with both the speakers and other social media decision-makers at the Social Media Summit 2014. Read more >>


Strategy in a day - 26 Jun 2014 to 23 Jul 2014 Cape Town,Port Elizabeth,Johannesburg,Durban
Strategy in a Day. Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and PE. It takes just one day to get to grips with strategy, if you're serious about being more strategic. Read more >>


Community relations and development communication
Provox Centre for Public Relations & Communication - 23 Jun 2014 to 21 Nov 2014 Cape Town,Durban,Randburg

People management skills for new managers
Alusani Skills & Training Network - 23 Jun 2014 to 24 Jun 2014 Johannesburg

E-marketing short course
Intellectual Training - 23 Jun 2014 to 18 Aug 2014 Cape Town,Sandton


Noticeboards

Creative space to share
[Premises] Upstairs studio space to share in Observatory, Cape Town

More noticeboards  Submit a Noticeboard


Quotes

Napoleon Hill
"The starting point of all achievement is desire."
Leonardo da Vinci
"It had long since come to my attention that people of accomplishment rarely sat back and let things happen to them. They went out and happened to things."
Aristotle
"You will never do anything in this world without courage. It is the greatest quality of the mind next to honor."
Victoria Holt
"Never regret. If it's good, it's wonderful. If it's bad, it's experience."

More quotes  Submit a Quote




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