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It was heartening to see a packed turnout for the PRISA media measurement debate, held in association with Bizcommunity.com, last Thursday. PRISA took a brave step in throwing the debate open to the broader PR industry to include non-members and one hopes that this is a trend of 'openness' towards the industry in general (particularly since those present were mostly non-PRISA members!). PRISA has often taken an unsung leadership role in PR in South Africa and is globally represented on all the major organizations, however, locally it has not been very successful in communicating its critical role to the 60% of the industry which are non-members. PR is an integral part of the communications mix and it is rewarding to see the passion that so many members of this profession have for their craft - and the credibility thereof. It is for this reason that Bizcommunity.com got involved as media partner. We hope to see - and be involved in - many more such initiatives.

Have a good one! Louise Marsland, Editor, editor@bizcommunity.com

Headlines
  • Alf Kumalo wins 2005 Nat Nakasa Award
  • Geleza this dictionary and begin to frostun SA better
  • Media measurement benchmark needed for PR
  • Blogs blocking up search results
  • Business tourism to SA on the rise
  • FMCG industry benefits from electronic commerce
  • Pam Golding gets intellectual with new mag
  • Coasting through the rush hour with Alan Khan
  • Mobile service providers unite under common code of conduct
  • DStv cleans up in New York at Promax
  • Fairlady editor resigns
  • Business Tourism worth R21 billion and growing


  • Marketing
    Geleza this dictionary and begin to frostun SA better
    For all those behind the times on Scamto, South Africa's popular language of the streets, here's the Township Talk Dictionary, a guide to South Africa's 12th language, scamto. Soon you'll become a chizboy, probably driving a G-string and sipping on Jesus & his Brothers (that's J&B!).

    Eating out houses the homeless
    Streetsmart SA, a project initiated in the UK to uplift the homeless, has recruited its first 10 Cape Town restaurants to collect donations from their diners in aid of organisations working with the city's street children.

    Nominees announced for Top Women in Business and Government Awards
    A wide selection of prominent women have been nominated as finalists in the 2005 Top Women in Business and Government Awards, which take place on 10 August 2005.

    Cape Town students do SA proud
    Four teams of students from around the world competed recently to win the title for the most innovative marketer and South Africa's all-girls team Sisonke from the University of Cape Town took third place with the L'Oréal Studio Line Climatize range.

    Accolades for Jet Club
    Jet Club has been identified as an exceptional marketing case study by an international keynote speaker scheduled to address the Loyalty Marketing Summit, which will take place in Johannesburg in August.

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    Advertising
    Reeleyes creates a Storm
    Having recently finished production on Lord of War; the gun running epic starring Nicolas Cage, Jared Leto and Ethan Hawke, international features and commercials production company Reeleyes Film announce their first director signing with Murray Mackintosh. Together they have just completed production on a TVC for Storm models.

    Cannes 2005 was memorable for three reasons...
    The Creative Circle has congratulated all the South African Cannes 2005 winners, particularly in the face of increasing global competition, and highlighted three reasons why the South African ad industry should nevertheless be proud.

    Put a sock in it
    If you've ever wondered where missing things go, you will identify with the new Netstar TV advert, which takes viewers on a journey of a sock in search of 'sock paradise' using the smallest and most intense animatronics puppet to date.

    ACA swells its membership
    Seven new agencies have joined the ranks of the Association for Communication and Advertising (ACA) in the past 18 months.

    A plastic campaign from Saatchi
    Saatchi & Saatchi Cape Town has launched a new campaign for Young Designers Emporium (YDE) to promote the fashion chain's new in-store card facility, which includes a win of 1000 cheeseburgers (all at once) and inflatable sumo suits.

    Yebo Gogo strikes again
    The 15th Vodacom 'Yebo Gogo' commercial began airing this month with the express intention of giving South Africa's sports fans a resounding pat on the back for their commitment to the country's national teams. It also highlights Vodacom's support for rugby and soccer with its investment in South Africa's national rugby and soccer teams as well as the Blue Bulls, Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates and the Soccer World Cup 2010 bid.

    Reaching for new dreams
    Reach For A Dream launches its new ad campaign this week to support fundraising efforts with a TV ad that tells the stories of dreams that have been fulfilled for children with life-threatening illnesses. TBWA\Hunt\Lascaris executive creative director Theo Ferreira, who created the television advert and poster campaign for pro-bono client Reach For A Dream, says: "I believe that the impact of this campaign will be in its truth. Real children, with real dreams is what Reach For A Dream is all about. Finding a creative concept that would make good use of this powerful material was the key."

    Dressing down... - The Old Shanghai Firecracker Factory
    Take top-level executives, dress them up as blue-collar workers - electricians, plumbers and painters - and you've created an image of a truly committed, hands-on management team that wants to be a fundamental part of its projects.

    Right Stuff at Engen Xtreme - Right Stuff
    Engen is back into the racing game and made history as it announced the biggest and most comprehensive motor sport development in South Africa.

    Ocean Basket ventures into uncharted waters - Joe Public
    Ocean Basket and Joe Public, two brands that pride themselves in finding different approaches to traditional marketing challenges, did just that by being the first to convert the shark cage, a popular tourist destination, into media space.

    Actively pursuing creative genius - Lowe Bull
    Advertising agency Lowe Bull recently established an Activation Unit, which sits in the mainstream agency, to drive excellent creative activation.

    Making things happen... - The Old Shanghai Firecracker Factory
    The Old Shanghai Firecracker Factory has acquired a new company to boost co-ordination of clients' events and sponsorships: The Old Shanghai Events Company.

    FNB shows commitment to rugby development with TVC from FCB Johannesburg - FCB South Africa
    First National Bank's marketing partner, FCB Johannesburg, has devised a new television commercial to demonstrate the bank's support for South Africa rugby development.

    A cooler commercial
    Bester Burke have completed a series of commercials for Liqui-Fruit's new Liqui-Cooler range. The commercials consist of a number of individuals who take up the Liqui-Cooler challenge: "How fast can you down a Liqui-Cooler?" The creative premise is 'go from 0 to cooled in however long it takes you to down a Liqui-Cooler'. And the winner? An astonishing 4.23 seconds to down 275mls.


    Branding        Idea Engineers will grow your brand, reputation & business.  Return on ideas
     
    Idea Engineers marks three years of strong growth - Idea Engineers
    Reputation management and brand consulting firm, Idea Engineers, has entered its fourth year of trading with a substantial increase in its turnover and the announcement of several key new clients.

    Superbrands SA overwhelmed by response - Superbrands
    London based Superbrands, the world's largest independent arbiter of branding, has announced it is close to identifying all the brands operating in South Africa that will enjoy Superbrand status in 2005.

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    Cinema
    Visit the world of Harry Potter at Montecasino
    Cinevation has conjured up an experiential 'book store' for Exclusive Books to launch the new Harry Potter novel.

    South African film on London stage coup - Giant Films
    Negotiations were concluded this week to bring the South African film "Forgiveness", directed by Ian Gabriel and executive produced by Jeremy Nathan to the London stage next year.


    Digital
    Mobile service providers unite under common code of conduct
    The South African Wireless Application Service Providers Association (WASPA) joined forces on 30 June 2005 to protect the consumer, when many of the South African mobile industry players signed the first mobile services Code of Conduct. The code, which is the first industry code in South Africa to deal directly with preventing spam, will also cover elements such as subscription services, mobile content services, including adult content services, and paying for mobile content on the handset.

    Vectorworks scores with architects on ease of use - Direct Distribution Services
    The market for architectural software in South Africa is opening up, as the growing shift to 3D modelling prompts firms to consider new technology choices. Vectorworks, long a leader in the European, Asian and Australasian markets, is set to gain as more architects discover its ease of use and low price.

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    Advancing Women in Leadership
    3 - 5 August 2005, Lord Charles Hotel, Somerset West

    As woman face the decade of demand, their roles are constantly becoming tougher and more challenging... Discover how you can unlock Woman's potential! For more information about this conference, contact Hennie Potgieter: (011) 516 1073 / henniep@marcusevanssa.com.

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    Eventing
    Absalom Systems exhibits at HRDA - Zhen Events
    ZHeN Events firmly believe that exhibitions are an effective marketing tool as it not only affords the company the opportunity to showcase their products and services but they can also keep in contact with their existing clients by demonstrating any new advances and developments.

    Collyer Lessick & Associates launches new Italian beer... - Collyer Lessick & Associates
    CLA Eventing were recently entrusted with the task of conceiving and executing the launch of Peroni Nastro Azzurro, a new premium beer brand imported from Italy by SAB-Miller.


    Exhibitions
    Meetings Africa set to grow business tourism
    Meetings Africa, the business tourism exhibition currently underway at the Sandton Convention Centre, has created huge interest and has set the stage for sustained growth of the industry.

    Business tourism to SA on the rise
    Huge growth is expected in the business tourism industry, with 78% of conference venues in South Africa optimistic about future expansion.

    Business Tourism worth R21 billion and growing
    Members of the Business Tourism industry will gather in Johannesburg at the Sandton Convention Centre from 6 to 8 July for Meetings Africa, the largest industry showcase ever held on the African continent.


    Magazines
    Property mag adds to its real estate
    Against stiff competition from longstanding publications including Blink and FHM, The Property Magazine - having just celebrated its first birthday - walked away with top honours in the Print Category of the inaugural brandhouse Media Innovation Awards.

    Pam Golding gets intellectual with new mag
    To assist consumers in making well-informed decisions regarding property investment - whether residential or commercial - the Pam Golding Property group, in association with Standard Bank and Smith Tabata Buchanan Boyes, has launched a quarterly publication, Intellectual Property (IP), which provides independently researched and practical information and advice across the full property spectrum.

    Shape deputy editor shortlisted for international journalism prize
    Shape's Deputy Editor, Justine Joseph, has been selected as the winning South African entry for the international Novo Nordisk Media Prize, which recognises excellence in print writing on diabetes. Joseph's winning story, entitled "What diabetes can do for you", appeared in the May issue of Shape.

    Atoll Media repositions Vodacom at the cutting edge - Atoll Media
    Over the last 11 months, Atoll Media, youth specialist publishers of blunt, Zigzag and Saltwater GIRL magazines, have taken advertising to the next level with their 3D communication solutions. They offer print based, 3D marketing strategies for effective, targeted access to the dynamic South African youth market. One of these projects, their most recent youth culture initiative, is the Vodacom 4U Performance Awards.

    Tee off with golf digest online
    Visitors to www.golfdigest.co.za have doubled over the past three months, putting Golf Digest on par with Men's Health and Shape magazines, two of the biggest publications in Touchline Media's stable. The latest traffic figures indicate 12 644 unique users and 53 200 page impressions. Visitors can view South Africa's Top 100 golf courses, receive instruction from exclusive playing editors Tiger woods and Ernie Els, editorial web exclusives, SA Amateur results and rankings, daily features, interactive forums, competitions and special subscription offers.

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    Clickatell Launches ICM
    Clickatell, the world's most popular SMS Gateway has launched its two-way messaging application known as Clickatell ICM (Interactive Campaign Management). Features include; simple management of standard & premium rate numbers, shortcode & keyword management, reply text setup, bulk SMS, and detailed reports. Sign up today!


    Media        Recruitment - Advertising, Marketing, Public Relations, Media Sales  
     
    Alf Kumalo wins 2005 Nat Nakasa Award
    This year's Nat Nakasa Award for Media Integrity goes to veteran photographer Alf Kumalo, who has displayed courageous journalism throughout his professional career.

    Fairlady editor resigns
    Media24 has announced the resignation of Fairlady Editor Ann Donald. Donald has been with Fairlady since January 2002 and will leave at the end of 2005. In announcing her decision to management, Donald said: "After a long time of careful thought, it is with sadness that I have reached the decision to tender my resignation from Fairlady. Editing this title has been the highlight of my career, and I feel extremely privileged to have been given the opportunity to do so."

    SA's sexiest woman makes her television debut
    M-Net is screening a mini-documentary charting the rise and rise of Lee-Ann Liebenberg, FHM's Sexiest Woman in SA 2005. The programme documents her glamorous, but hectic, lifestyle as she is followed by a crew for four weeks since the FHM 100 Sexiest poll was announced end-May. The 15-minute documentary airs on MM2 on 4 July at 9.40pm, MM1 on 5 July at 10.40, MM2 on 6 July at 9.45pm and on MNET on 7 July at 10.40pm.


    Newspapers    Sprint Sunday Media Solutions
     
    Autodealer driving it home
    The Newspaper Advertising Bureau (NAB), a division of Caxton Publishers and printers, has introduced motoring supplement Autodealer, to the suburbs of Durban and Pietermaritzburg. The supplement is delivered in 10 community newspapers concentrated in these residential areas and covers over 320 000 households every week.

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    City Vision
    City Vision is a free community newspaper in the Media24 group, that focuses on relevant issues in the lives of the people in the communities of Soweto, Alexandra, Johannesburg CBD and Kathorus. To reach this emerging market please contact 011-877-6111 for advertising enquiries.

    Online Media
    Blogs blocking up search results
    [Sally Falkow] There is no doubt that blogging is affecting natural search results. Intelliseek's BlogPulse identifies that there are currently 13 434 446 blogs on the Net (32 968 added to that number in just the last 24 hours).

    eContent to be e-valuated
    Entries for the World Summit Award (WSA), a global initiative to select and promote the world's best e-content and creativity, close on 26 July. Held within the framework of and in cooperation with the United Nations World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS), the awards seek to highlight the best digital content from each country, emphasising content that promotes the development of an 'Information Society'.

    Set the grapevine on fire - Acceleration
    [Liza Virissimo ] Refer-A-Friend marketing can provide astounding results by taking advantage of your customer's network of family, friends and acquaintances.

    Student Village launches all new site - Student Village
    In the first week of July, users of the highly successful www.mycareer.co.za will notice that it will undergo a complete facelift.

    Dangle the stale carrot no more - Streetcar
    An advertisement for a Norwegian Cruise Liner reads "If you're going to dangle something in front of them, why limit yourself to carrots?"


    Out Of Home    Clear Channel Independent
     
    Ford takes a wideopen platform
    Wideopen Platform, a Primedia Unlimited subsidiary, has branded large sections of the arrivals and departures halls at Johannesburg International with motor vehicle manufacturer Ford's advertising. The campaign consists of a range of small advertising portions placed together to create blanket cover over a substantial area of the corridors, exposing the brand to all passengers moving to and from aircraft as a result.

    Samsung brands the airports
    The Letter Corporation (TLC), a division of Altmedia, has launched a range of advertising executions for Samsung's cellular and digital products at SA's international airports including two stand sights at Cape Town and a wrap-around execution at the exit of the Joburg international arrivals terminal. They have also erected several visually high-tech exhibition type stands to display the latest range of Samsung products.

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    Public Relations
    Media measurement benchmark needed for PR
    [Cheryl Hunter] PR consultants locked horns during an animated media measurement debate on Thursday, 7 July 2005 in an attempt to find resolution on an issue which has become a credibility concern for the entire industry.

    Internships are vital in our industry - Livewired Communications
    Internships provide an opportunity to skill up budding PR and communications professionals and train them as world-class ambassadors for the industry.


    Radio
    Coasting through the rush hour with Alan Khan
    The radio revolution continues, with yet another radio station making changes to its line-up this month: Alan Khan makes a return to the East Coast Radio airwaves, after three years in management, and is joined by popular evening presenter and TV personality Sorisha Naidoo.


    Research    Bateleur Research Solutions
     
    Synovate acquires Italian research agency - Synovate
    Synovate, the market research arm of Aegis Group, has announced its acquisition of Italian market research company, AMT Consulting.

    Creating a winning brand - The importance of brand equity - ACNielsen
    The concept of brand is integral to the success of any given product. But what measures a strong brand or the success of a brand? Is it high market share, popular advertising, effective point of sale, or the ability to command a price premium?

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    Calling all Exhibitors! rAge is SA's ultimate PC, gaming and technology expo, a MUST for everyone who's anyone in computer and video gaming, consumer technology, cool goodies and gadgets. 30 Sept - 02 Oct 2005, The Coca Cola Dome, Northgate. Visit www.rageexpo.co.za or call Sam on (011) 884 7700 to book your space!


    Retail
    Sea Rescue ties up with retail chain
    Outdoor Warehouse has been appointed the official retail supplier for Sea Rescue. This means you will now be able to purchase NSRI manuals and merchandise from the 12 Outdoor Warehouse stores countrywide.

    FMCG industry benefits from electronic commerce
    From being a catch phrase that was the unique preserve of technology buffs and avant garde software developers, "electronic commerce" has become a strategic business imperative for companies in the global market.

    46-year-old Barbie still turning heads
    More than 40 years since she first saw the light of day, Barbie is still a great favourite and has entrenched itself as a lifestyle brand for little girls who are not only buying more clothes, accessories and other merchandise for their Barbie dolls than ever before, but the girls are also purchasing Barbie branded clothes for themselves.

    PDC.za is an industry-led initiative managed by the CGCSA - PackShots
    The PDC.za Product Data Catalogue enables brand owners, manufacturers, suppliers, agents, wholesalers and importers to publish a list of new products or update existing product data, of a non-competitive nature, to the retail trade, on a central master database.

    Dunking a single-serve
    Growth in the local tourism industry has led to the development of a new single-serve pack for the coffee time snack Ouma Rusks. The Nola marketing department identified the need for individually-wrapped rusks, packed in boxes, which are now being marketed to bed and breakfast establishments, guest houses, hotels, game lodges, restaurants, airport lounges and similar channels. This innovation is in line with the latest trends, which show consumers' preference for receiving their favourite brands in 'bite size' chunks.

    All wrapped up with somewhere to go
    The shelf-appeal and cost competitiveness of new packaging developed by Nampak Cartons & Labels for Massams Confectionary is helping drive local and overseas demand for the company's range of hand-wrapped nougat. Massams currently produces several tons of Honey & Almond and Almond Cherry nougat a month, half of which is destined for international markets. Given the discerning, exclusive nature of the product, as well as the proliferation of competitors, Massams required eye-catching wrappers for the actual nougat pieces and cartons for gift and display purposes.

    Taking delight in tea-time
    Bakers D'lights, a new offering from Bakersman, are a double deposit, cream and jam sandwich biscuit with fruit inclusions, in classic fresh baked cake flavours including, Lemon Meringue, Apple Strudel and Carrot Cake. D'lights is a modern classic, aimed at urban females, LSM 7-9, and offers the Bakers promise of affordability, taste and wholesome goodness ideal for the whole family. Bakers D'lights are available in 200g packs at the promotional RSP of R8.49 - R8.99 and the normal RSP of R9.49 - R9.99.


    TV    
     
    DStv cleans up in New York at Promax
    From walking away with six Promax & BDA awards in 2004, DStv has increased its stake two-fold with 12 Promax awards - seven Gold, four Silver and one bronze as announced at the 2005 New York Global Conference and Awards Show, held at the Marriot Marquis in Time Square on 23 June. DStv is proud to be the only South African company to scoop this unprecedented number of these internationally acclaimed awards.

    A new forum for Afrikaans music
    A new Afrikaans music channel called MK89 is launching this week on DSTV, featuring music videos, music related chat shows, music request shows and celebrity profiles. MK89 on Channel 89 targets 16-28 year olds and everyone else who listens to 'youngish' Afrikaans music.


    Gallery
    Brian Berkman's PR-Net hosts Chris Moerdyk

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    PRISA/Bizcommunity.com Media Measurement Forum

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    Sunday Worlds 6th Birthday Party

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    Forums
    Change in advertising in South Africa
    What is it exactly that has changed in South African advertising and what are the main causes for these changes? What is your view?

    Durban designers: Least preferred?
    Somebody please enlighten me as to what makes designers from anywhere else in SA better than those from Durbs? What is your view?

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    New accounts
  • Vital Health appoints for Du Marier Communications - more info
  • Alphabet Soup scoops new accounts - more info
  • Action Ambro's wins several new blue chip accounts - more info
  • Antalis aquires First Graphics - more info
  • JDG appoints Leap Communications - more info
  • Leap Communications lands New Moon account - more info
  • Another stellar account for The Phoenix Partnership - more info
  • Antalis acquires First Graphics - more info
  • Chillibush scoops new PR accounts - more info
  • Manley Communications gains Mardouw Country House account - more info
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  • People on the move
  • Nehaal Faker has been appointed the new Marketing Co-ordinator at Colourworks.
  • BOO! - Alternative Media Communications appoints Rosaline September as General Manager.
  • Bomkazi Mafuya has joined Pharo Communications as an Account Executive.
  • Fancourt announces appointment of corporate image manager - more info
  • Brett Lowe joins the 365 Digital Team - more info
  • Samantha Kalisa has become South Africa's second black woman editor - more info
  • Border-Kei Chamber of Business welcomes Zintle Maretloane as new Marketing and Events Co-ordinator.
  • Nomia Machebe joins Old Mutual Retail Marketing (PFA) - more info
  • Tessa-Lynn Huddy has been appointed Marketing Promotions Co-ordinator at Garden And Home, and Woman & Home magazines.
  • Autopage MD wins CEO award - more info
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  • Events to diarise
    The Power of the Press Release - PR Suite - The Write Co, Sandton, Johannesburg, 13 Jul
    The PR Suite consists of a one-day workshop, and a two-day workshop which can be taken consecutively or independently, depending on requirements.

    Market your Consulting Practice - REPUCOMM, Johannesburg, 13 Jul
    A one-day workshop for all consultants and professional service providers and people interested in improving their knowledge of professional consulting marketing strategies.

    Reputation Risk Management Masterclass - REPUCOMM, Johannesburg, 14 Jul
    This two-day workshop unpacks the reason why reputation is an organisation's greatest asset and biggest risk, and will provide strategies and tools for protection.

    Beauty Africa 2005 - Thebe Exhibitions, Johannesburg, 16 Jul
    Beauty Africa 2005 is the professional exhibition for Africa's beauty, hair and nails industries.

    Certificate in Public Relations Management - PRISA Education and Training, Ferndale, 18 Jul
    Aimed at senior public relations practitioners moving into management positions or individuals who have moved into public relations management from other fields.

    The Official dti Impumelelo B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice Part 1 - Top Companies Publishing, Emperor's Palace, Johannesburg, 19 Jul
    The two-day conference will address various aspects of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment, such as the parameters of industry specific charters, ownership and the role of rating agencies.

    Master Indesign CS - Vega School, Jhb, Ct and Durban, 19 Jul
    Learn to do page layouts, brochures, annual reports, financial statements, pdf's etc. and you will receive an Internationally Accredited Certificate in Adobe Indesign CS and the latest notes on CD.

    Basic Business Writing - The Write Co, Sandton, Johannesburg, 21 Jul
    This one-day intensive workshop on Basic Business Writing will teach you how to write letters, faxes, emails, memos and basic reports you'll be proud to sign.

    Brainstorming and CopyCat - The Write Co, Sandton, Johannesburg, 23 Jul
    Unleash your creativity and write great copy!

    SAACI National Conference 2005 - SAACI, Sandton, Johannesburg, 24 Jul
    The conference is designed to address the current and highly topical industry issues of business strategy, strategic management, and skills development, amongst others.

    EMBOK - Event Management Body Of Knowledge - Institute of Event Management, Johannesburg, 28 Jul
    The International EMBOK Executive in conjunction with the Institute of Event Management and the JDA - Johannesburg Development Agency Greater Ellis Park Development Project presents the Second International EMBOK Global Alignment Summit.

    Make Money Freelancing - The Write Co, Sandton, Johannesburg, 30 Jul
    This intensive one-day workshop will equip you with the tools to make money as a freelance writer.


    Upcoming events
  • Structural Equation Modelling workshop - , PE, 11 Jul
  • Sub-editing - Print Media SA, Rosebank, 11 Jul
  • The Write Co Editing Suite - The Write Co, Sandton, Johannesburg, 11 Jul
  • Time Management - Business School South Africa, Centurion Lake Hotel, 12 Jul
  • Get that film script from your head to the paper - Basic Scriptwriting - CityVarsity, Gardens, Cape Town, 12 Jul
  • Big corporates in visionary action for grassroots economic empowerment - , Johannesburg, 13 Jul
  • Evaluation and measurement of Public Relations campaigns - PRISA, Ferndale, 13 Jul
  • Business Presentation Skills and Public Speaking - Business School South Africa, Emperors Palace (Caesars), 14 Jul
  • Audience Psychology - CityVarsity, Gardens, Cape Town, 15 Jul
  • Harry Potter Party with Exclusive Books - Cavendish Square, Claremont, Cape Town, 15 Jul
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    Jobs offered    Specialising in Media Sales, Advertising
    and Marketing placements
    OPEN DOOR Recruitment:
    Direct Sales Executives: Radio - Cape Town
    Leading broadcasting radio house requires experienced media sales execs to sell across top radio brands. A passion for radio. Strong proven sales track record and presentation skills essential. - read more...

    Recruitment Consultant (AA) - Sandton
    We're Growing! Join our dynamic team. We are looking for a smart, sussed recruiter for our marketing portfolio. Recruitment experience essential. Good basic, plus commission. - read more...

    Corporate Editor/Journalism Editor - Sandton
    A position for a corporate editor has become available within a leading blue chip concern. BA/Bcom, EB qualifications impertative (CFP), post graduate qualification in English/marketing a plus. - read more...

    Account Manager - Johannesburg
    Are you the best of the best? Have you got through the line experience (TV, radio and print)? Are you an Account Manager with at least 4 years experience? - read more...

    Art Director - Rivonia, Johannesburg
    We're looking for a BE empowered middle-weight Art Director. Peppermint is a steadily expanding boutique style agency and our clients include blue chip and international companies. - read more...

    Flash - Actionscript Gurus x 2 - Cape Town
    The very best people deserve the very best career. Prezence New Media are recruiting Flash Actionscript gurus to add to the highly talented application development team in Cape Town. - read more...

    Art Director - Sandton
    Art director with strong conceptual design. Above/Below the line. To work with copywriter. Solid portfolio required, with the ambition to keep it that way! - read more...

    Marketing Manager (AA Only) - Cape Town
    We're looking for dynamic, enthusiastic marketing candidates with at least 3-5 yrs marketing experience in a media environment, first prize would be radio. - read more...

    Senior Account Manager - Johannesburg
    This newly established agency in Jhb (head office in CT) is looking for a hands-on, highly organised, practical and capable candidate to work on a busy well-established account. - read more...

    Senior Production Manager - Johannesburg
    A highly sought after design agency is looking to employ the best. You will have worked in a similar environment. My client is looking to pay top dollar. - read more...

    Traffic Manager - Johannesburg
    At least 5 year's experience gained working in an ATL environment will secure you this position in one Jhb's top agency. - read more...

    Sales and Customer Liaision - Durban North
    Exhibition Company is looking for an efficient telesales person to join our vibrant team. - read more...

    Account Director - Sandton
    We're looking for an AD with a proven 6-8 years PR experience, as well as client and campaign experience. Must have good presentation; interpersonal; relationship and people management skills. - read more...

    Account Executive - Rosebank
    AE required for a consultancy in Rosebank. Must have 3-4 years client service and retail experience. Must be articulate, organized, proactive with own transport. Should also provide 2 references. - read more...

    Marketing Manager (AA only) - Cape Town
    We're looking for dynamic, enthusiastic marketing candidates with at least 3-5 yrs marketing experience in a media environment, first prize would be radio. - read more...

    Account Manager/IT Journalist - Jhb - Northern suburbs
    IT PR agency seeks Account Manager/journalist. Candidate requires excellent IT writing abilities and client liaison skills. Strong media relations advantageous. - read more...

    Advertising Sales - Jhb/Pretoria
    Do you have the drive, ambition and energy to develop a career in advertising sales, with experience in the business conferencing sector, along with a track record to prove it? - read more...

    Advertising Agency Professionals - Johannesburg
    Do you work in the Advertising industry? Looking for fresh and exciting challenges? Lewyll Communications has been commissioned to source Top Ad Agency professionals for a variety of job opportunities. - read more...

    Content Publisher - Jhb
    Provide personal assistant functions and manage the website content of a multi-national consumer electronics company via a Content Management System. - read more...

    FMCG Account Manager - ATL - Johannesburg. Sandton.
    Professional wanted for large International brands portfolio. Wonderful career prospects. Marketing Degree or Diploma. Minimum 3 years as an Account Manager plus a solid period as an ABTL A.E. - read more...

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