Why do media buyers/strategists and PR & marketing agencies ignore community media??
Media buyers and PR and marketing agencies seem to ignore community media (TV, radio, Print), even though SAARF stats proves success. 6 Sep 2011
Looking for advertising agency that does bookings with various airline inflight magazines
Do anyone know of a specific agency in South Africa that can book ads in inflight magazines at various airlines? 20 Jul 2011
Which agencies has these account? SAA, Mango, Kulula, 1Time
I want to know the media agencies for the local airline industry. 26 May 2011
Freelance Writing & A Conflict of Interests
What constitutes a conflict of interests when you're freelancing? 13 Dec 2010
magazine sales and advertising
I started a small business magazine that will be distributed at 54 small business centres nation wide. 29 Sep 2010
Product mentions in magazines
How does one go about getting products or services mentioned in magazines? 18 Aug 2010
Engaging the media on the media appeals tribunal matter
As an ordinary citizen (not a media person, nor a high-ranking ANC member) I would like to engage the editor [and the media] on the media appeals tribunal matter, seeing as the editorial [on Bizcommunity.com], for two releases, has gone on about the negative impact this proposed tribunal will have on media freedom. 3 Aug 2010
Government bias media
I read comments and reports from the commercial media and its "credible" senior editors, but cannot help but notice the panic about the new competition which promises to advocate for positive South Africa. 2 Aug 2010
National Geographic quick request: African/South African time travel films/TV etc?
I'm working on a short piece for National Geographic's website comparing time travel devices in various countries movies, but haven't found any examples from Africa. Can you help? 26 Mar 2010
Freelance journalists - please help!
I need some information about freelancing during the recession please. 9 Mar 2010
Sub Editor's Test
Please advise how I could obtain a copy of the standard sub editor's test for my personal use? 24 Feb 2010
What do you need to study to become a publisher?
What does publishing entail and what sort of studying is required. 7 Jan 2010
Marketing a new magazine for women
Does anybody know a company that can do a good job in marketing and promoting our magazine? 27 Aug 2009
Who gets invited at a magazine launch party?
Please help. We have done everything and about to start marketing the magzine and organizing the launch. Just wondering who are the best people to invite. 27 Aug 2009
Publisher's Network
Anyone know of a formal or informal publisher's (in particular magazine publishers) network? Not associatios such as MPASA which excluded non ABC members. Thank You 12 Aug 2009
MAGAZINE ADVERTISING
My parteners and I are looking into publishing a magazine, but we've got no hands on experience.... Amongst other things we've read from books, internet research... I'd like to know; when it comes to big brands who use advertising agencies, who do you get in contact with to sell ad space. Is it the brand manager or the media buyer at the agency? 16 Jul 2009
Coaching/mentoring for entry- and medium-level editorial staff?
Is there a need? 6 May 2009
Magazine editor salary range
Hi. What salary can you look at as magazine editor in SA with Honours Degree in Communication? 5 May 2009
magazine editor and art direction
is editor also expert on design and layout 23 Feb 2009
Calling all subeditors
Need a place where you can vent, discuss grammar and post the latest pic of a homeless apostrophe? 23 Feb 2009
Magazine editing masterclass
For everyone who wants to know how to edit a magazine, properly. 10 Feb 2009
How do I submit a freelance query letter?
Is it still considered bad taste to e-mail a query letter, and include the submission? 3 Feb 2009
Why are freelance journalists treated shabbily?
Some media houses (publications) have a habit of treating freelance writers as though they are beggars. When commissioned to do an article they you give a deadline, which as we all know is cast in stone. Yet when it comes to paying up, they keep procrastinating and bombard you with a mountain of excuses. Is this fair? 30 Jan 2009
What do you think of online magazines?
Since we are cutting costs and everything is moving online ... what are your views about online magazines? 20 Jan 2009
Y mag
What has happened to the Mag? What is happening to the Y Brand, some serious intervention is needed here. When Dirk Hartford was in charge Y was on its way to becoming a super premium Brand now... 19 Jan 2009
