The PR & Communications community of South Africa

How much is enough?

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:49:00 +0200

We're reading more and more about the power of Twitter and SMSs - and there's no getting away from it, we're becoming more 'snippet' orientated every day. Which leads me to my big question - how much information is enough?
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Remaining relevant as a PR/communication agency in a tech-driven world

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:36:00 +0200

Grapevine was registered in the mid-1990s, and as such, experienced the advent of the internet and South Africa's transformation into a democracy. Since then electronic and digital communications have dramatically changed the way, as well as the pace, with which we conduct business and communicate with one another. To survive, the old adage - adapt or die - continues to apply.
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Gullan&Gullan builds PR offering

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:50:00 +0200

Gullan&Gullan recently made the strategic decision to expand its public relations offering bringing new depth to web PR. As part of the offering the agency is focussing on building and expanding its skill set in order to ensure maximum return for their clients.
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Good communication equals good business

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:20:00 +0200

Priority has been placed on effective communication since the development of the information age. Good communication skills contribute to renowned business techniques, which is why it is important for people to stay ahead of the vast amounts of information that come their way as well as the variety of ways to interpret it.
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Specialist technology PR agency launches in South Africa

Tue, 21 May 2013 06:05:00 +0200

Specialist technology PR agency, éclat Marketing, based in the UK, has opened a South African office in Pretoria.
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Portfolio Night Johannesburg: Bizcommunity launches a shooting star

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:13:00 +0200

Bizcommunity is pleased to announce a worthy winner of the ticket to attend McCann Johannesburg's Portfolio Night initiative coming up this Wednesday, 22 May 2013, as judged by Biz creative director Terry Levin (@TerryLevin)!
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IPRA Golden World Awards entry deadline extended

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:27:00 +0200

Entries for the 21st Annual IPRA Golden World Awards, an international public relations awards competition, have been extended to 4 June 2013 and will be accepted with the payment of a late penalty fee.
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35 countries: 63 cities: Portfolio Night now on in Joburg

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:02:00 +0200

Putting together the first ever Portfolio Night for southern Africa is a tall order, but industry and sponsor support will make it all possible for the host, McCann Johannesburg. Portfolio Night will take place on Wednesday 22 May, and looks set to be a highlight on the advertising industry's calendar. It will bring together 150 creative hopefuls, and the best in the business, for a fast-paced evening of career-shaping advice, networking, and for some, recruitment offers.
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Students, don't forget to enter Biz's Portfolio Night competition!

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:04:00 +0200

A reminder once again to all branding, design or advertising students in Jozi to enter our competition to win a ticket to attend South Africa's first Portfolio Night hosted by McCann Johannesburg next week, Wednesday, 22 May! Complete this form and upload a Biz Portfolio Showcase before Monday, 20 May. You will need to create a MyBiz Profile if you don't have one already.
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Reminder for Jozi students to enter Portfolio Night competition on Biz

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:10:00 +0200

Branding, design or advertising students in Jozi, don't forget to enter our competition to win a ticket to attend South Africa's first Portfolio Night hosted by McCann Johannesburg next week Wednesday, 22 May 2013! Simply complete this form and upload a Biz Portfolio Showcase before Monday 20 May.
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