| No Comment |  Well, despite all the rumours in the marketplace about Loeries and the desperate damage control being attempted by the Marketing Federation of SA, Bizcommunity.com WILL BE THERE. And we will be there with a full team to bring you daily coverage of the Loeries Festival weekend - all three days and nights: all the awards, all the after parties, all the conferences and the social roundabout! We are launching two special Loeries Festival ezines to our entire 28 000 weekly readers - one prior to Loeries next week to update you on "How to Survive Loeries", including the best hangover cures, and the second with all the awards results on 4 October, including PICTURES (so watch out for our intrepid sales team who will be armed with digicams to record any indiscretions!!) Hope to see you there and if you can't be there - make sure you continue logging onto Bizcommunity.com for daily updates, 1 - 4 October 2004!
Have a good one! Louise Marsland, Editor, editor@bizcommunity.com
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2004 Sanlam Community Press Awards
The start of the fast brand
94.7 adds "roar" to Lions Rugby
World class sales benchmarking study
Loeries Festival will go ahead, despite Ivins resignation
Federation for MICE mooted
SMS versus the dinner time call - getting CRM right
Clover enters the tea market
It's about the people, people!
The best of Nigeria on show in SA
When a website is part of an integrated marketing strategy
The best brands of 2004
How current lifestyle, demographic and social trends shape visual trends in advertising
Many South Africans unaware of petrol price impacts
Emerging markets find a place in the sun
The MediaShop and CineMARK produce unique cinema deal
Pride in South Africa hits new high
Grey Global agrees to merge into WPP in $1.5 billion deal
A flood of convention bookings for venues in Johannesburg
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| | | Loeries Festival will go ahead, despite Ivins resignation
The Loeries Marketing Communications Festival has the backing of all its confirmed sponsors and is on track for 1 - 3 October at Sun City, Marketing Federation of Southern Africa (MFSA), Chief executive, Mpho Makwana confirmed, despite the resignation of Davy Ivins, GM of Events and former MFSA CEO.
How current lifestyle, demographic and social trends shape visual trends in advertising
What is an image agency? Perhaps you imagine a traditional archive and a string of aspiring photographers presenting their portfolios. Well, it's time to dust off that image, says Rebecca Swift, Director of Creative Planning: Getty Images, who will be one of the international speakers at the Loeries Festival, 1 - 3 October 2004.
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Marketing | | Supreme Court of Appeal laughs off T-Shirt manufacturer
[Russell Norton] In the matter of SA Breweries vs Laugh It Off Promotions, Spoor & Fisher attorneys give Bizcommunity.com readers an expert view. At issue was more than just trade mark rights, but "freedom of expression" was brought into the fray as well, as Laugh It Off lost their epic and public battle.
The start of the fast brand
[Sean Inggs] London, UK -- Pop-up retail is the latest trend and it's becoming a platform to test new product lines and create buzz for companies products and even services in the travel sector, the "nightclub theory" I call it...
Appletiser's big day out
 Spring day inspired Appletiser to introduce their classic style of "100% Pure Pleasure" to offices and restaurants on Spring Day, with 981 new look Appletiser bottles each posing as a vase.
When a website is part of an integrated marketing strategy
[Richard Clarke] Many companies think that a presence on the Net is a waste of time and money. Most of them went into the online thing without thinking through the implications and challenges of what is still not a totally understood marketing medium.
The best brands of 2004
[Louise Marsland] If you're not wearing Nike then you're not cool at all! Nike was the overall winner of "The Coolest Brand of South Africa" at the launch of the annual 2004 Encyclopaedia of Brands and Branding in South Africa and Sunday Times/Markinor Top Brands Survey 2004.
Complying with email law - Acceleration
[Lee-Ann Vermaak] Two years have passed since government introduced email regulations in the Electronic Communications and Transactions (ECT) Act, but signs are that the level of unwanted commercial e-mail in South African inboxes has yet to subside.
Invent Africa - 100% success rate with first two trips to Mt Kilimanjaro - The Invent Group
Invent Africa, a specialist safari company for corporate, family and individual groups, opened its doors to Mt Kilimanjaro for the first time in August 2004.
3C Marketing joins forces with innovative communication company - 3C Marketing
3C Marketing is proud to announce its partnership with smsweb, a new SMS-based communication service to 10,000 schools across South Africa, enabling schools to communicate more effectively with their parents via SMS. Co-owners of 3C Marketing, David Cade and Tim Cruise, recognized the opportunity of supporting smsweb through permission-based marketing and seized the opportunity of a venture.
Emerging markets find a place in the sun
An expansive survey by ACNielsen of the personal care market, covering 56 countries from five regions of the world, has revealed that the modest 3% growth rate in the developed world was overshadowed by double-digit growth in several emerging market sectors, including South Africa.
Edgars Club has staying power
The Edgars Club has had its club membership increasing by over 100 000 in the last 18 months alone. The loyalty club pioneer is now tapping into national enthusiasm by introducing a range of new benefits ranging from its now famous nu metro movie discounts to free emergency plumber call outs. "We dug into our database, took a good hard look at our members and tailored a new benefit package aimed not only at providing support, but also at celebrating and rewarding these, our most loyal customers," says executive manager, Elaine Holmes.
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Advertising | | Liberty's new 'humble' approach
 Two bold Liberty Life commercials, currently flighting, are part of a campaign by the long-standing insurance company to advertise their focus on customer service.
Neil Higgs, Research Surveys Director, to head discussions at AMASA's September meeting - AMASA
The next AMASA meeting will be held on Wednesday 29 September at the Inanda Club, at Chukkas at 16h15. Join us for an insightful discussion by Neil Higgs, Director of Research Surveys, one of the country's foremost marketing research suppliers.
Ogilvy Africa launches awards to promote African advertising
Ogilvy Africa has launched annual creative awards to recognise the crucial role played by locally relevant creativity in producing effective advertising in Africa. "This is of great importance to the network as it provides clients with proof of the agency's ability to deliver on our promise to produce locally relevant advertising for international brands," says Ogilvy Africa managing director John Little.
Steamy scenes in latest Axe ad 'touch' consumers
Get ready for some of the steamiest advertising scenes ever with the launch of the new fragrance 'Touch'. The latest Axe ad which premiered last week, puts an irreverent spin on one guy's 'special touch' with the ladies.
Grey Global agrees to merge into WPP in $1.5 billion deal
NEW YORK — Grey Global Group Inc. (NASDAQ:GREY) has announced that it agreed to merge into a wholly-owned subsidiary of WPP Group plc in a cash and stock transaction valued, as of the close of business on September 10, 2004, at approximately $1.5 billion.
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| | | Markinor/Sunday Times Top Brands Survey 2004 - Markinor
Eskom is the Most Admired South African Brand, Nelson Mandela is the country's Most Popular Personality, Kaizer Chiefs the Most Popular Sporting Team and Nike the Coolest Brand. These were some of the findings of the 2004 Markinor-Sunday Times Top Brands Survey 2004 published this week.
Brand America's deteriorating image bad for business - Idea Engineers
[Mandy de Waal & Janice Spark] Recent research shows that American brands are facing a deepening image crisis in the wake of a series of corporate scandals and the war in Iraq. Although US-based multinational companies are starting to explore ways of restoring the shine to the Stars and Stripes, there are no quick fixes to the perception problems America faces, write Mandy de Waal and Janice Spark, founding partners at Idea Engineers.
Everything you wanted to know about strategy - in two days - stratplanning.com
Stratplanning.com has answered the call from the marketing and advertising fraternity - everything you need to know about brand strategy in a two-day package.
Coca-Cola comes out tops in brand survey
Coca-Cola has emerged as the World's Best Global brand and the Most Admired Company in South Africa, according to research published by the Sunday Times this weekend.
Vodacom - an icon brand that cares for all South Africans
To stand out, to be recognized and admired in telecommunications, one of the fastest moving and most competitive sector environments in the country, if not the world, is no mean feat. Vodacom, one of South Africa's 'iconic' brands was recognised by the Markinor/Sunday Times Top Brands Survey as the 'Most Admired Telecommunications Brand' in the country.
Networking buzz at Brands & Branding launch - Affinity Publishing
Over 300 marketing and advertising professionals turned Sandton's Summer Place into a buzz of networking when they attended the launch of the 2004 edition of The Encyclopaedia of Brands & Branding on Tuesday evening, 14 September.
Everything you need to know about business in four lines
[Sid Peimer] "One of the most pernicious misconceptions ... is that complexity and chaotic behaviour are synonymous," states the Encylopaedia Britannica. And I agree - complexity should not exclude understanding - especially if it has fractal properties.
HKLM develops new brand identity for CapeNature - HKLM
 CapeNature, officially known as the Western Cape Nature Conservation Board (and formerly trading as Cape Nature Conservation), appointed leading brand company, Harwood Kirsten Leigh McCoy (HKLM) to develop a new brand identity.
VEGA and SABC launch African Language Centre - Vega School
 Thursday night saw the launch of the SABC/Vega Ulimi Lwami centre. In true African spirit Gordon Cook, Vega School Navigator, welcomed the industry guests in isiZulu after which Noli Xate, the Ulimi Lwami navigator, spoke about the enormous contribution the language centre will make to the communications industry. The keynote speaker, SABC's GM of Corporate Marketing S'bu Manqele pledged his and the SABC's support for the initiative.
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Cinema | | Ster-Kinekor charity calendar raises R10 000 for CANSA
Ster-Kinekor Theatres this week handed over a R10 000 cheque to CANSA. The donation was from the proceeds of the sale of their showcase calendar, which featured six well-known South African women posing nude.
"Red Dust" rises in Toronto
South African cinema made a triumphant entry into the 2004 Toronto International Film Festival this week with the World Premiere of the gripping Truth and Reconciliation Commission drama, Red Dust. In attendance were its stars, Oscar Winner, Hilary Swank, BAFTA nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor, Jamie Bartlett, its director Tom Hooper and its producers Anant Singh, Helena Spring, David Thompson and Ruth Caleb.
The MediaShop and CineMARK produce unique cinema deal
Recognising the value of cinema advertising and the power of the medium, The MediaShop and CineMARK have signed a unique 12 month contract giving The MediaShop clients access to key positions on the cinema reel at cinemas across the country.
Fresh new movie promotion
Listerine followed the movies, The Whole 10 Yards, and CATWOMAN, distributing samples of their new Listerine mouth strips product, which were handed to all cinema patrons as they left the cinema site. Over 40 000 samples were distributed to cinema patrons across the country in leading cinema sites including Cresta, Sandton City, Eastgate, Monte Casino, Menlyn Park, Canal Walk, Tygervalley, the V & A Waterfront and Canal Walk.
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CRM | | One-to-one technology finally realises CRM promise - Creda Communications
Finally it is possible for companies to leverage their customer relationships following years of marketers advocating the benefits of one-to-one marketing and companies investing millions to create detailed databases.
SMS versus the dinner time call - getting CRM right
In any business intelligence implementation for CRM, organisational culture is the hardest aspect to manage. While all companies would claim to be customer-focused, this is seldom true.
It's about the people, people!
[Karon Clare ] Companies expend a lot of effort on strategy, often forgetting that what makes or breaks business is its most valuable asset: its personnel... despite the latest business buzz words of 'sustainability', 'global competitiveness' and 'performance'.
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South African's first 'speaking phone' was recently launched amid much acclaim from the blind and visually impaired community. Loaded with specialised software, the Nokia 6600 mobile phone converts text to speech and literally 'talks' the user through the commands traditionally displayed on the screen.
Call-a-car's sales continue to grow
Call-A-Car, the largest independent online used vehicle retailer in South Africa, has announced that it has sold 6842 units during its financial year that ended in June - representing a 6.5% increase in sales. In total, Call-A-Car has now sold over 37 000 vehicles since 1997, representing a sales value of R3.7 billion.
Google's Secret
[Catherine Parker] I've got a piece of groundbreaking news about Google that trumps even knowing their algorithm. It's so classified, even GoogleGuy doesn't know. It hasn't even been made known on any other forum or SEO news site, let alone Google's Webmaster Guidelines. So what do I know that everyone else doesn't?
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Eventing | | Home lifestyle the Proudly South African way - Homemakers Fair
One Proudly South African company providing for the home lifestyle needs of South Africans is the Homemakers Media Group. This dynamic group's brands have become household names providing a valuable service to homeowners.
Kathea 'bridging' the communication gap
Kathea, a supplier and value-added distributor of products and services for the telecommunications sector, has concluded a business relationship with InterCall Europe, which will give the company the ability to deliver voice and video conferencing facilities to customers no matter where they are situated in the world.
Federation for MICE mooted
South African associations in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) industries are moving towards establishing a federation to advance their members' common interests in the business tourism sector.
Nedbank to teach youngsters financial savvy at Wikid expo
Nedbank will be an active participant in South Africa's first youth expo WIKID, from 17-19 September, as part of their strategy to develop the financial skills of children to lay the foundation for sound money-management and future financial freedom.
The best of Nigeria on show in SA
The finest that Nigeria has to offer will be on display at the Sandton Convention Centre from 28 September to 2 October as, for the first time, South Africa plays host to the Best of Nigeria Expo in 2004.
A flood of convention bookings for venues in Johannesburg
The Johannesburg Tourism Company has confirmed that a number of major international conventions have been booked at venues around the city. "We have been overwhelmed with bookings for some really big events," says Deon Viljoen, the Company's CEO. "Such is the interest in Johannesburg that we have had to augment our staff that handles convention bidding."
Sandton CC picks up two more global events
The Sandton Convention Centre has been chosen to host two international conventions - the triennial conference of the International Federation of Operations Research Societies (IFORS) in 2008, that will be hosted by the Operations Research Society of South Africa (ORSSA) and the International Congress of Pediatrics (ICP) in 2010.
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Media | | 2004 Sanlam Community Press Awards
Western Cape journalists and newspapers virtually made a clean sweep of the main prizes in the 2004 Sanlam Community Press Awards, held 17 September in Johannesburg, Gauteng.
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Conceptualise Promotions, a turnkey solutions providers in promotional competitions and purchase-driven game shows, is collaborating again with The Citizen to stimulate the newspaper's daily sales. Called the 'Cash Code Game', the competition devised by Conceptualise and The Citizen's marketing department to drive sales, will run for a minimum of 12 weeks.
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Tiger Brands is making effective use of ComutaNet's persuasive techniques with interactive promotions and sampling campaigns at major taxi ranks, for three of its leading brands.
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Printing | | Print global issues debated
The World Print and Communication Forum (WPCF) will hold their first stakeholders meeting in Chicago, USA, in the lead up to the World Print and Communication Congress (WPC 8) to be held in South Africa, from the 24 - 28 January 2005.
A leap for digital printing in South Africa - Creda Communications
Graphic communications company Creda has announced the installation of the market leading Hewlett Packard Indigo 3050 at its Johannesburg branch, which is expected to thrust the company into the top-end digital printing market.
Sappi joins line-up of 'Great South Africans' supporters as South African paper supplier - Sappi
'Great South Africans' which launches on SABC 3 on 26 September, will also be available in print. The 'Great South Africans' book which will be published by Penguin to coincide with the launch of the television project 'Great South Africans', will be printed by CTP Books on Sappi Fine Paper's Crystal 115g/m².
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Production | | Terraplane - nine Loerie finalists - Terraplane
What about Terraplane? We're still in the running with 9 Loerie finalists, Mikhael van Straten having a total of four finalists, Trevor Clarence with two and Adrian de sa Garces with two for Cell C and one for Chicken Licken making that a total of three for him.
Aids awareness commercial
Bevan Cullinan from Fresh Eye Productions is all set to direct a TV commercial for Aids Awareness. The film director, who is carving a niche as one of SA's top performance humour Directors says: "Aids is a very serious problem, but as strange as this sounds, we have decided to use humour to draw attention to just how serious it is. The idea for the advert is a soap opera spoof or rip off, kind of a parody, which turns to a more sombre note at the end." Egoli have lent Fresh Eye their set for the shoot which, starts on 17 September 2004.
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| | | Proofreading: Who needs it? - Full Stop
I am often asked why a business proposal or document should be professionally edited and/or proofread. It's a valid question; when budgets are tight it might seem logical and cost effective that writers should carry out their own proofreading.
PR underused, despite its proven effectiveness - Idea Engineers
[Mandy de Waal] Even though a recent survey points to a rising reliance on PR in the marketing mix, it also shows that it remains surprisingly under-used. Idea Engineers' Mandy de Waal explains why the neglect of PR comes at a price.
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Radio | | 94.7 adds "roar" to Lions Rugby
 94.7 Highveld Stereo is no pussycat when it comes to supporting its "pride" of rugby players, coming on board as one of the official sponsors of the "Lions Rugby" team (based at Ellis Park Stadium in Jo'burg). Through this association, 94.7 receives various branding rights and exposure (on the players' kit, as well as branding at the stadium).
Highveld takes Gavin Singh off air
94.7 Highveld Stereo have terminated the contract of morning DJ Gavin Singh and replaced him with Kenny Maistry, who now takes over the 9am to midday slot.
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| | | Many South Africans unaware of petrol price impacts - ACNielsen
Ignorance about the price of petrol, and more significantly about the probable impact petrol price rises will have on people's everyday economy, seems widespread. This is the conclusion of a survey carried out for the Business Day/ACNielsen Barometer in July.
Pride in South Africa hits new high - Research Surveys
A telephone study conducted by Research Surveys among a sample of 500 South African adults in metropolitan areas, shows that just a week after the Olympics closed, pride in South Africa was at a high 96%. People were being asked to agree or disagree with the statement: "You are proud to be a South African".
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Retail | | Clover enters the tea market
 The ice tea market in South Africa, although currently in a growth phase, has been lacking innovation for some time. Recognising this, Clover Beverages recently conducted market research into international ice tea trends, before launching their new ice tea range. The global demand for health and wellness emerged as a trend that required further development and exploration.
Distinctive new look for elegant J.C. Le Roux MCC's
 The House of J.C. Le Roux has relaunched its stylish Méthode Cap Classique (MCC) range with distinctive new labels in time for the festive season. J.C. Le Roux's stylish Pinot Noir, Pinot Noir Rose, Chardonnay and La Vallée now have a more distinguished look.
Sweet and spicy new Pyotts Pretzola
 Pyotts Pretzola, South Africa's first baked Pretzel snack recently saw the launch of an exciting new Sweet Chilli Pepper flavour to join the existing range of Sour Crème and Chives, Honey and Mustard and Plain Salted. Pyotts Sweet Chilli Pepper flavour is the ideal treat for that anytime snack and is available in 40g and 175g bags at the recommended retail selling price of R2.50 - R3.00 and R7.99 respectfully.
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Sales | | World class sales benchmarking study
[Peter Gilbert] Our 1994 World Class Sales Excellence Research Report declared sales as the next business frontier. Over the last several years, companies have had their focus sharpened by an external force... that of the customer.
Avoid death by powerpoint
[Peter S. Finkelstein] Some sales pros get so overwhelmed by gadgetry - from overheads to Palm Pilots - they forget that what's truly important is focusing on the buyer's needs. Here are some tips for those wishing to eschew all the special effects for a more powerful presentation...
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Jack Daniels has entered the Interactive Television arena, following the medium's recent successes for clients such as BMW, Ford and Toyota. To commemorate Jack Daniels' 154th birthday, the company has taken ownership of Channel 74 on DStv to provide viewers with an interactive service that includes a virtual tour of the Jack Daniel's distillery and a competition to win a Harley Davidson Fat Boy motorcycle.
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Columns | | Fred Says...
Who gives a continental...?
 When I arrived at the pub, I found Fred surrounded by an argumentative bunch. Not being a beer drinker (Klippies and water, no ice) he was acting as a disinterested referee. The argument had to do about the merits of beer. I ordered my Windhoek and entered the fray, flag flying high, as it were.
ADjudicate
A classic example of instant gratification
[Dr Kay Brügge]  The Nescafe Classic 'tokens' advertisement is positioned to capitalise on one of the main human weaknesses steadily engendered by our fast-food society: the need for instant gratification. The ad succeeds in creating the subconscious association between instant coffee and the promise of instant financial reward.
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Forums | | Cardies says it BEST!!!!!
Wow....is this latest TV campaign of Cardies funny, to the point and creatively fantastic, or what??? What is your view?
FHM crossing the line?
The current FHM runs a story on an Asian actress; and angles the story with Asian women as a sexual fetish. Read further
SABC TV licence adverts in bad taste
Recent SABC TV licence radio ads are appalling! What is your view?
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New accounts | | World dance champions sign with Flux Communications - more infoObakeng Molobi has been appointed Office Support at ChilliBushThebe Conventions joins MPI - more infoInitiative Communications acquires three new contracts - more infoAristos Marketing will be handling Thatch Risk Acceptances's business-2-business campaignRed Rocket appointed by Mugg & Bean - more infoBokomo Purity Flour awards entire outdoor campaign to Container Ads - more info
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People on the move | | Bomb has appointed Barbara Clarke as Senior Commercials Producer for Teboho.New staff appointments at ChilliBush - more infoRenowned international colourist Catherine Pantazopoulos has joined The Video Lab.TEC Dimpho & Promotions established - more infoJeremy Goodall moves to Suburban Films - more infoGalloglass appoints Samm D'arcy-Masters as a director - more infoNew designer at Black Eagle Publishing - more infoAristos Marketing has appointed Karen Burns as Senior Art DirectorRamsay, Son & Parker appointments - more infoJoburg.co.za appoints Kia Davidson as Sales and Marketing Manager - more info
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Events to diarise | | SAMRA Road Show - SAMRA, Dbn, Pta, Jhb, Ctn, Windhoek, 23 Sep
With the new SAMRA (Southern African Marketing Research Association) council in place and ready for action, the organisation will shortly embark on a roadshow.
OFM Homemakers Expo - OFM, Bloemfontein, 23 Sep
The OFM Homemakers Expo will open its doors in Bloemfontein from 23 - 26 September 2004 for the third year.
Cheese & Wine with Tracey Davenport - The Write C`o, Sandton, 23 Sep
Join The Write Co when we host top South African businesswoman, Tracey Devonport, for Cheese & Wine, and a talk on her new book, Poor No More.
National Geographic Kids Magazine offers Kids Read - National Geographic, Rosebank, 28 Sep
National Geographic Kids Magazine is pleased to announce their second Kids Read at Exclusive Books @ the Zone in Rosebank on the Saturday 28th September 2004.
SACOB Annual Convention - SACOB, Caesars, 03 Oct
The theme for this year's SACOB Convention is: Family Owned Business as a Bedrock of a Sustainable Economy.
Event Planning and Management - marcus evans SA, Sandton Sun, Jhb, 05 Oct
A Jack-of-all-trades, a Go-Getter, a risk taker, a resourceful, efficient and creative leader defines anyone that handles the planning and management of events within their division or company. This event will explore the tools and skills needed to execute these tasks successfully and most importantly cost effectively.
A course on Advanced News Writing - IAJ, Parktown/Johannesburg, 11 Oct
This 5-day course is designed for newspaper journalists with at least two years writing experience, who wish to improve their reporting and writing skills and grow professionally.
Eskom African Business Leadership Forum - Business In Africa Magazine, Johannesburg-Sandton, 13 Oct
The Leadership Forum aims to accelerate business, influence economic growth foethe continent, as well as raise individual and common wealth.
Golden Pigeon Awards - UCT Film Society, Cape Town, 15 Oct
A Film Schools Festival organised for students by students.
SA Sports Illustrated Swimwear Fashion Show 2004 - Canal Walk, Canal Walk Shopping Centre, 15 Oct
Join in the festivities as Canal Walk celebrates its 4th Birthday in an extravaganza of style and sophistication.
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Brightmark is a sharp, professional advertising agency who employs an integrated approach to marketing and communication with a highly competent thru-line service. - read more...
Extraordinary Receptionist - Cape Town
Our last receptionist was just promoted into the editorial team - you could be next, but first own our front desk, covering reception, phones, fax, photocopier, printer, couriers, deliveries, post ... coffee! - read more...
Junior Magazine Designer - Cape Town
Fastest growing SA title 100 000 copies. Work for leading art director in SA. All we ask of you is - layout ed pages and create ad's for our clients. - read more...
Editor of The Property Magazine - Cape Town
We've created & delivered a new editorial niche - 'property' and we've reset standards for circulation/design. Now the largest AB - income title in SA is recruiting a new Editor. - read more...
Magazine Designer - Cape Town
Layout of editorial pages/adverts for largest magazine in SA. Work under a leading art director & involved from raw material to final layout, repro, proofing, signoff. A big mac awaits! - read more...
Freelance Account Manager - Cape Town
To start immediately. Day-to-day client service management in an above-the-line advertising agency for 3 or 4 months. - read more...
Producer: Developmental & Current Affairs Programs - Joburg
Manage, co-ordinate & produce programmes with the input of SABA & SADC information archives. Current affairs knowledge. Conduct interviews, commission stories, interpret/analyse story, develop network/contact database. more... - read more...
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We are recruiting Image Ambassadors to exclusively select the correct calibre of clientele from the corporate sector, to enjoy Hair & Spa treatments at our exclusive participating Jhb, Cpt & Pta salons. - read more...
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H/W media planner or marketing services exec with a passion for research and strategising. Strong analytical skills. Must know Telmar. - read more...
Snr Account Executive - Midrand
Opportunity in fast growing Advertising Agency for a dynamic Business Liaison/Snr Account Executive backed by outstanding creative team. Min IMM Diploma and +/- 2yrs experience in retail advertising. - read more...
Medium - Heavyweight Graphic Designer - Midrand
Start immediately. Min 3yr Technicon Dipl. in graphic design and +/- 2 years retail experience. Join a team of outstanding performers. - read more...
PA - Cape Town
Part-time PA for international media consultant
Flexitime position. Provide organisation to a creative professional. Manage suppliers and office administration.
Applicant should be numerate, have initiative, and patience. - read more...
Features Editor - Cape Town
Wegbreek plans to go monthly shortly and needs to appoint a features editor to join the Cape Town editorial team. - read more...
Sales Executive - Randburg
Permanent magazine advertising sales and marketing position for enthusiastic, self-motivated, experienced sales person with initiative and a creative mind. - read more...
PR and Publicity Agency - Johannesburg
Joburg-based PR agencies invited to present their credentials to the Johannesburg Shopping Festival Company to facilitate the PR and publicity for the Joburg Shopping Festival. - read more...
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Welcome to the following companies who have opened press offices on Bizcommunity!
Acceleration is a provider of services and technology that increase marketing effectiveness for marketers and agencies. By combining best-of-breed technologies from leading software vendors such as DoubleClick with its own proprietary applications and sophisticated marketing skills, Acceleration helps customers unlock the true value of e-marketing.
Click here to visit Acceleration's press office.
Terraplane is a commercials production company creating dynamic local and international work. A hybrid of Post and Production, Terraplane offers in house solutions to any creative requirement. We employ radical young directors who live eat and sleep in the world of digital convergence.
Click here to visit Terraplane's press office.
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