| No Comment |  They came, they saw, they partied. The Loerie Awards CEO, Andrew Human, and the Loerie Awards Committee, made up of key industry players; as well as the sponsors and media partners, should feel justifiably proud of pulling off the biggest Loerie Awards event in the awards' 27-year history. It was surreal, it was surprising, it was a riot, it was chaotic, but above all, it was huge fun. There were behind the scenes technical hitches and hiccups but it all worked out alright on the night, as they say, and overall: business was done, awards were won, brands were marketed and a great party was had by most. There is also a huge appreciation for the people of Margate and local officialdom who really pulled out all the stops. Margate, you rock, can't wait for the next one - I'm sure it will be an even bigger jol! Thanks too to the entire Bizcommunity.com team and our long-suffering partners who provided moral and practical support during this long weekend of work in Margate to bring our readers all the news and photographs on the awards, as well as unique video through our media partners, Platypus. We hope our readers all enjoy the special Loeries ezine and news package that we put together - and those who were there, please let us have your views.
Have a good one! Louise Marsland, Editor, editor@bizcommunity.com
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What women want
Net#work creative stalwarts lead the charge
High growth a brand new challenge
think appoints new operations director
Fairlady digs up the dirt on Rath
Ad-skipping may reduce TV rates
Universal McCann resigns Coca-Cola business in Africa
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Marketing | | What women want
What woman want in business is not the corner office, or so maintains Linda Tischerler in the February 2004 edition of FastCompany. But Keith Coats, Director of Story Telling at TomorrowToday.biz, says: "The irony is that never before has the workplace environment been so conducive, and so in need, of what woman have to offer such leadership roles and responsibilities."
An African celebration for marketers
A collaboration of Jozi's poets, artists, storytellers, brand specialists and cultural activists are holding an event at the Unity Gallery on 12 November 2005 called First Fruits - A Celebration. The event is specifically aimed at marketers, the business community and others seeking to gain an understanding of the nature of Jozi's urban cultural evolution.
Ad-skipping may reduce TV rates
Television viewing in South Africa may undergo a dramatic shift when new video recorder technology is introduced to SA later this year: The Personal Video Recorder [PVR], pioneered by US broadcaster TiVo, can record and playback simultaneously, allowing viewers to fast-forward and skip television commercials.
What is the small business sector, and do advertisers need it? - Big News
SAY "small business owner", and three quarters of South Africans think street traders. Probably another fifth think tiny mom-and-pop stores. The level of understanding about this 1,5-million strong, lucrative sector is very low in South Africa.
Super absorbent Pampers pens
 Briefed to demonstrate the super absorbency of Pampers Nappies as a direct mailer, Saatchi & Saatchi produced a 'floating action pen', normally filled with liquid in which an object moves up and down the pen as it is used. There was no liquid in this pen - instead it contained only a baby wearing a Pampers nappy, demonstrating the super absorbency feature of the product.
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Advertising | | Net#work creative stalwarts lead the charge
 Net#work BBDO steps up a gear with the appointment of two top creative directors. It was announced today, Thursday, by executive creative director Julian Watt, that one of the agency's most successful creative teams are to partner him in advancing the agency to the next level. The promotion to joint creative directors of Graeme Jenner and Brad Reilly, forms part of Watt's succession plan to take the creative reins from Mike Schalit, who has stepped up to play a greater role in BBDO's group operations.
Getting the message across - without the jargon
[Abey Mokgwatsane]  Much has been written about experiential marketing and anyone and everyone has taken a shot at defining the territory, its role and the discipline's effectiveness.
Koenderman tackles creativity
Advertising and marketing authority Tony Koenderman has assembled some of SA's top minds on the subject of creativity in advertising for a one-day conference addressed by clients as well as agency people.
TAMS Information Days
The South African Advertising Research Foundation (SAARF) is hosting workshops on the introduction of overnight reporting in 2006. The SAARF TAMS Information Days will be held in Durban, Cape Town and Johannesburg on 8, 9 and 10 November 2005 respectively.
Sasol a doring in Klipdrift's side
Sasol has won the Pendoring's Doring prize for the best festival campaign at Aardklop this year, dethroning the usual winner - Klipdrift. Sasol used its campaign 'Kuns met Woema' to brand Aardklop's transport service as well as this year's visual arts. Sasol has donated its prize money of R2 500 to a charity in Potchefstroom.
SA vs global creative at Loeries
 Animation and motion design greenhouse Masters & Savant have scored five Loerie nominations for the Metro FM campaigns, but competition remains tough as international players enter the categories.
Making videos at The Public Pool
 New creative production house The Public Pool has made the Loeries 2005 finalist list with its very first production: 'Leave comedy to the professionals'- a viral video campaign for the Mentos International Comedy Festival.
Vodacom/FCB Johannesburg partnership keeps delivering the likeability goods with 15th 'Yebo Gogo' ad - FCB South Africa
The latest in the 'Yebo Gogo' series (as they have come to be known) launched in June this year, and like the 14 commercials that preceded it, has performed above industry norms for Vodacom.
The medium is the message - Lowe Bull
 In an ironic twist, a billboard advertising Spark Liquid Oil cleverly shows the un-lubricated billboard slats jamming up.
Savanna extends its off-the-wall humour To bizarre promotion - FCB Cape Town
 FCB Impact 361° in Cape Town, one of Distell's marketing partners in the Mother City, has extended the 'dry' brand tonality characterising Savanna into a sales promotion which prides itself on being labelled 'bizarre'.
FCB Plato in healthcare advertising awards
Healthcare advertising agency, FCB Plato Healthcare, is a finalist in the New York RX Club Awards. The competition is the premier healthcare advertising awards in the USA. Close on 2 000 entries were received internationally but fewer than 300 were elected to go through to the finals.
Loerie Award Nomination for Industry Newcomer
Greenteabag Design, a young Cape Town design agency in their first year of operation, has been chosen as a Loerie award finalist for their design of the Freshwater Films website. Andy Jamieson and Greg Lomas, principals of Greenteabag Design, both worked at "Laugh it Off" and were responsible for many of their t-shirt designs.
Loeries finalists looking Grey
Grey Worldwide SA has 21 award finalists in this year's Loerie Awards, including campaigns for Proctor & Gamble, Nokia, 1Time, Heineken, Mazda Wildlife Fund and a PSA for the Johannesburg Zoo. Mike Barnwell, Grey Worldwide SA Executive Creative Director, says: "These nominations are an indication of our commitment to continually uplifting our creative profile and diversity, and maintaining our position as one of South Africa's top agencies. We look forward to Margate."
Universal McCann resigns Coca-Cola business in Africa
Universal McCann South Africa has given notice of its intention not to renew its contract with Coca-Cola for media services in Africa, in 2006. Comments Universal McCann Managing Director, Brad Aigner, "Our decision not to renew our contract with Coca-Cola is a strategic one. Following Coca-Cola's recent restructuring in Africa, it made the best sense to hand over the account to our Universal McCann affiliate in East Africa. We are delighted that Coca-Cola has maintained its confidence in the Universal McCann network."
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[Reg Lascaris]  South African brands have outlived apartheid, survived low and no growth in the '80s and withstood globalisation - but are they ready for prosperity?
Prestigious award presented to SA law firm - Bowman Gilfillan Attorneys
 Leading corporate and multi-disciplinary law firm Bowman Gilfillan was recently awarded the ILO (International Law Office) Client Choice Award for South Africa.
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Design | | think appoints new operations director
think, the SA Graphic Design Council, has appointed Sarah Beswick as Operations Director. Beswick brings her training in communications and journalism to bear on a position that requires public relations, online content management skills, as well as good administration for the ongoing success of the organisation.
Don't miss the Sony Expo 2005 this weekend! - Volcano Group
 The Volcano Group is assisting its client Sony in creating and marketing the biggest single brand consumer electronics Expo ever held in SA.
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Digital | | Vodacom ties the knot with Altech
Altech Autopage Cellular, a subsidiary of Altech, will be a preferred Independent Service Provider to the Vodacom network for at least the next five years - with the option of a further five years - at 'highly satisfactory' terms for both parties.
Taking a chance on mobile betting
Digital Mall has launched a mobile betting application on behalf of TAB, the retail division of horseracing and tote betting operator Phumelela Gaming and Leisure. With this new application, TAB customers are able to place bets on both soccer and horseracing via mobile devices such as Pocket PCs and mobile phones.
incuBeta wins top technology award - incußeta
incuBeta has won an Emerging Technology Top 100 award as for Most Promising Emerging Enterprise. The TT100 awards event is a showcase for the innovation success of local technology companies.
TEC Video Production lands Sudatel launch & Vodacom CEO Awards projects - TEC Multi-Media
 Spring has gotten off to a flying start for TEC Video Production with them landing video projects for two telecommunications companies located at different ends of the African continent.
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Education and Training | | Work readiness vs skills development
One of the greatest challenges facing organisations today is the amount of personal development still required from graduates once they have finished studying. Both the business and new employee experience frustration as the person finds it difficult to fit into the work environment or to perform as expected.
Coaching: A powerful business tool for success - CCI Coaching Academy
Life coaching as an industry earns over $100 billion a year worldwide. In America, it's the second fastest growth industry, after IT.
Hecate Corporate Theatre launches new HIV/Aids production - Hecate Corporate Theatre
"Khululeka" (Free to talk - Breaking the silence) is the latest addition to Hecate's successful HIV/Aids generic productions.
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Magazines | | Creative Crafts Show for Gauteng
Your Family, in conjunction with Creative Image Promotions, is launching The Creative Crafts Show in July 2006 - an exhibition aimed specifically at the Gauteng crafts industry. Recognising the limited opportunities for crafters to cost-effectively display their trade, the show will fill the gap and increase public awareness of the wide range of crafts available, and how crafts benefit each of us. It will take place at the Kyalami Exhibition and Conference Centre on 29 and 30 July 2006.
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| | | The girls score at SAB journalism awards
Beeld's Elise Templehoff and Annelise Burgess of SABC TV's Special Assignment programme were named overall winners of The South African Breweries Environmental Journalists of the Year awards.
Fairlady digs up the dirt on Rath
The upcoming November issue of women's magazine, Fairlady carries an in-depth feature on controversial Aids dissident Dr. Matthias Rath, whose claims and credentials have been the subject of debate in the media in recent weeks.
National Geographic goes 3-D for kids
 National Geographic Kids, a magazine that believes in reinventing the wheel in every issue and bringing the education of kids from the future to the present, will print their entire October issue in 3-D.
Online advertising comes of age in SA? - Habari Media
[Katherine Parkin] As the fastest growing medium in history, the Internet offers incredible opportunities for a wide range of advertisers who are slowly beginning to see the potential of this marketing medium. And now this is becoming true in South Africa too.
Investigative journalism course at Rhodes
The School of Journalism and Media Studies at Rhodes University invites applications for its programme in Investigative Journalism, aimed at developing the skills of journalists reporting local issues and government in South Africa. Supported by USAID and IDASA, the course consists of two intensive sessions to be held in Grahamstown from Sunday 20 November to Friday 25 November 2005 and Sunday 4 February to Tuesday 7 February 2006. Successful applicants will be fully funded. For application forms contact Programme Coordinator Derek Luyt at d.luyt@ru.ac.za or on 046-603-8836/7 before 20 October 2005.
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[Gordon Patterson] Nova, 'a new world a new paper', targets 25-39-year-old professionals, who are well educated, brand conscious and trendy. Termed COOLS, this audience is career orientated, on-line, out of time, living life to the full, and doing it in style.
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The largest small-business publication in South Africa is now in its tenth year of publishing.
Its mass circulation of 141 953 is more than that of all the other publications for small business combined. (ABC Jan-June 2005)
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Online Media | | Bikers take the virtual highway
RedInk Publishing will be publishing the BikersOnly e-magazine from the end of October 2005. BikersOnly will be the portal for a comprehensive directory of everything and anything that might concern a biker. From hotels to helmets and magazines - and everything in between.
MSN offers faster, simpler, more personal homepage for consumers in South Africa - Habari Media
MSN has announced its newly redesigned homepage, www.msn.co.za, an improved online experience that gives consumers fast access to the things they enjoy doing most on the Internet, whilst allowing them to customise the Web page to their liking.
RE/MAX paperless 'Family of Systems' goes global - White Wall Web
 Impressed by the efficiency of The RE/MAX Family of Systems in South Africa, RE/MAX New Zealand has purchased a usage license for the web based system, as developed by White Wall Web; a Cape Town based web application development consultancy.
Driving your MIND
Car magazine's long-standing newsletter to the motoring industry, the Motor Industry News Digest (MIND), has gone electronic. The quarterly electronic version will offer in-depth coverage of the latest industry news and the archiving facility will become a reference tool. MIND is available free to subscribers via the CARtoday.com website, who can access the information at www.cartoday.com/mind.
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The Body Shop has sponsored a second mobile unit for The Big Issue, to the value of R100 000. These funds will be used to purchase a vehicle and recruit a distribution Operator who will supplement the 2 000 magazines already sold monthly by mobile unit one.
Primedia Outdoor gets chicky with agencies prior to Loeries! - Primedia Outdoor
 Understanding and respecting the significance of The Loerie Awards to the industry, Primedia Outdoor flighted an outdoor campaign targeting various advertising agencies as a build-up to creativity on outdoor and the awards.
Primedia Outdoor springs to action with a winning competition! - Primedia Outdoor
Primedia Outdoor promoted an email "Spring Promo Competition" during the month of September to embrace their research based marketing services and celebrate the spirit of Spring.
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Printing | | Pinetown Printers purchases Screen prepress system & flagship five-colour Komori Lithrone S40 press - Kemtek
 The latest investment by Pinetown Printers is a top of the range, five-colour Komori Lithrone S40 press as the company continues the expansion and modernisation of its full-service operation in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
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Production | | Cape Town World Cinema Festival and Sithengi 2005
The 4th Cape Town World Cinema Festival (CTWCF), the only film and television event of its kind in Africa, takes place in and around Cape Town from the 11th to the 20th November and marks the 10th Anniversary of its business component, the Sithengi Film and TV Market, 15-18 November.
Getty Images launch the Next Big Idea short-film competition with a prize of $10 000! - Gallo Images
 In 2004 Getty Images premiered their first successful association with seven of the world's most innovative film directors to create groundbreaking films using www.gettyimages.com/film as their brainstorm "coach".
Have your say, South Africa! - New Faces South Africa
 It's the last week for South Africa to cast their votes for the sexiest legs and beefiest bod in the 2005 Dirty South New Faces Model Search.
AMS - SOS - Suburban Films
 Suburban Films with acclaimed director Jeremy Goodall took on the challenge of highlighting the operations of a non-profit organisation in his new public service announcement for the SA Red Cross Air Mercy Service.
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The Institute for Public Relations and Communication Management (PRISA) and the Services Seta will be broadcasting a special programme that will guide prospective contenders for the PRISA PRISM Awards. Closing date for the awards is 27 January 2006.
BEE PR for IT sector
PR company HMC Seswa Corporate Communications has become the first black-owned company in its sector. The industry's black empowerment charter was only recently finalised and awaits final government approval.
The art of marrying brand promise and delivery - Idea Engineers
[Janice Spark] Idea Engineers' Janice Spark unpacks the workings of modern brand management, and points the way to an effective (and profitable) marriage between the brand promise and the delivery of the customer experience.
Visa International launches new Visa Commercial brand to highlight suite of commercial solutions - Red Cube Agency
 As part of its renewed brand framework, Visa International has announced the use of Visa Commercial as a distinct brand in its portfolio to represent Visa's global payment products and information management services division.
Crisis communication reality reveals a sad state of affairs - Headlines
[Simone Appleton ] Crises are inevitable, with chaos abounding in the world. Still, research shows that within the next ten years, it's unlikely that the majority of corporations would have engaged in comprehensive crisis preparedness planning.
Visa International refreshes its brand - Red Cube Agency
 Visa International has evolved as a company and now their brand identity has done the same - so it is a proper reflection of what Visa represents today and into the future.
24-7 Solutions boss acquires shareholding in AWF Wrestling - 24-7 Solutions
Paul Martin, owner of Public Relations company 24-7 Solutions, further entrenched his stake in SA's sports entertainment industry, by becoming a 20% shareholder in the AWF Wrestling cc company.
24-7 Solutions celebrates 4th Birthday in media/PR industry - 24-7 Solutions
24-7 Solutions celebrated its 4th birthday in the public relations and media management industry at its offices at the Coca-Cola dome, Northgate on Tuesday, October 11, as company CEO Paul Martin and staff prepare for the closing phase of Business Year 2005.
New face for Aramis
Olympic champion Ryk Neethling has been signed up as the new face of Aramis Lab Series, an SA men's grooming house. Neethling was voted SA's most popular local celebrity in the Heat Hot 100 poll this year. Marcus Brewster Publicity will manage the publicity around the brand's new marketing campaign.
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TuksFM has started broadcasting 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Changing from 21 hours of live and 3 hours of automated broadcasting, TuksFM has added a fully-staffed new live show from 3 to 6 in the mornings on week days and a further 2 shows on the weekend.
Metro appoints new Marketing Manager
Pulane Baloyi has been appointed Marketing Manager for Metro FM with effect from 3 October 2005. Baloyi joins Metro FM from Cape Town based KFM 94.5 where she was Brand and Marketing Manager.
5FM leads with podcasting
5FM has become the first commercial radio station in South Africa to podcast as part of its standard radio broadcast & live web streaming-offering. The first 30 minutes of Roger Goode's Saturday Surgery on Saturdays from 6pm to 10pm is now available as a weekly podcast making it possible for listeners to download Roger's sultry sounds.
OFM wants fans to bring Westlife to SA
Unite of the Stars, a one night charity banquet in Johannesburg, will be held during the Altech South Africa Grand prix week in November. A drive has been launched to include international multi-platinum award winning boy band, Westlife, on the entertainment list.
No repeats on Jacaranda 94.2
Jacaranda 94.2 has implemented a 'no repeat' policy in its daytime play listing, the latest in a string of programming innovations at the station this year. The station is moving away from short play lists, a factor they say contributes to monotonous programming.
99.2 YFM turns 8 - YFM
GP's sexiest frequency 99.2 YFM turns 8 this month and we will be celebrating our birthday with events all over GP during the month of October.
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| | | Find A Student announces its dedicated promotions department - Find a Student
With their recent relaunch, and reviewed approach to the youth market, Find A Student will be able to assist you in upcoming promotions and events.
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Research | | SAARF standardizes media research in sub-Saharan Africa
Stone City, Zanzibar, hosted the seventh Pan Africa Media Research Organisation (PAMRO) meeting and All Africa Media Research Conference recently where the agenda focused on the harmonisation of multi-country data and the challenges facing media audience measurement and targeting.
Eagle eyes watch current car ads
Bateleur Research Solutions recently launched its AutoAdWatch Post Test, a monthly tracking survey that measures 1 200 economically active (urban) respondents' perceptions of current automotive adverts. Categories tested include advertising reach, frequency, liking, brand association and brand building which are consolidated into an overall performance measure.
Tracking automotive adverts with Bateleur's new Autoadwatch survey - Bateleur Research Solutions
 Bateleur Research Solutions recently launched its AutoAdWatch Post Test. This monthly tracking survey measures 1200 economically active (urban) respondents' perceptions of current automotive adverts.
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Retail | | Court sides with shebeens
A High Court judgment has compelled the Gauteng Liquor Board to lift the existing restriction that only allows shebeens to sell ten cases of quart bottles of beer per week. Shebeens will now stock wine, spirits, flavoured alcohol beverages, as well as 340 ml and 350 ml beer packs.
Windhoek grabs Gold
Namibia Breweries has received four awards at this year's annual Deutsche Landwirtschafts Gesellschaft (DLG Society) in Berlin. This first-time entry won a Gold Award for Windhoek Lager and Windhoek Draught with two Silver Awards going to Windhoek Light and Tafel Lager.
Research helps uncover why female shoppers are influenced by Brand Power - Brand Power
Consistently strong sales for leading brands that advertise with Brand Power - as measured by AC Nielsen - is one thing - but finding out what the South African female shopper actually thinks of Brand Power is another.
Sensitive pricing for Sensodyne
 GlaxoSmithKline has relaunched Sensodyne toothpaste for sensitive teeth. The toothpaste will now be sold in a 75ml tube at a reduced recommended retail selling price of R9.99, changing from the 50ml tube at R16.99. The new pricing will enable greater accessibility to consumers. The Sensodyne formula will not change and is designed for everyday use to help relieve tooth sensitivity.
Pro-Vita Bites launch new flavour
 Pyotts Pro-Vita Bites have launched a new Apple & Cinnamon flavour to join the existing range of Cocoa & Oats, Oats & Brown Sugar and Multigrain. These bite-size snacks contain no added MSG, colourants, nut allergens or preservatives and offer a savoury snack for lunch boxes and desk draws.
Douglasdale Dairy launches new packaging
 Douglasdale Dairy has launched a new look for its range of milk, maas and cream products. The blue cow print design, conceptualised by the Tin Shack Design Company, makes products more noticeable on the shelf. Douglasdale Dairy has coupled the new-look packaging design with revised product labels guaranteeing growth hormone-free dairy.
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Sponsorship | | Finch flies the coop
Octagon Marketing Services Managing Director Gary Finch has resigned to join the cellular industry in a start-up venture. His last day of service will be December 31. He leaves behind a capable team of professionals and his portfolio will be filled by 01 November.
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A new series of Siyayinqoba Beat It! presented by people living with HIV and AIDS starts on Sunday 16 October at 1.30pm on SABC1. The show is about the lives of people living with HIV and AIDS and offers a message of hope.
e-tv screens three Varty documentaries
e-tv will be screening international wildlife filmmaker John Varty's latest production The Tracker this Sunday at 4pm. The Tracker portrays the life, knowledge and experience of Elmon Mhlongo, the renowned Londolozi tracker and cameraman and taps into the ancient wisdom and experience of the indigenous Shangaan people.
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Gallery | | The Loerie Radio, Cinema and Television Awards
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The Loerie Print Awards
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The Loeries Margate parade
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Velocity pool party
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The Margate Beachfront: branding from sponsors and music from East Coast Radio started the party early Saturday...
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Ads24 at the Keg & Galleon
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Bizcommunity.com at the Keg & Galleon
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PR-Net goes back to business school
 
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Moments in Time 2006 calendar launch
Some social photos taken at the Moments in Time 2006 calendar launch, which took place at the Sandton Hilton recently.
 
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Scenes from Margate...
The Margate community is waiting with open arms for the influx of visitors, to show off their wares, talent, and find out what this Loerie Awards that has turned their town upside down for months, not to mention resulted in half their beach being dug up, actually means! Bizcommunity.com met some of the the locals...
   
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Forums | | The role of a press club
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New accounts | | DStv, Handy Andy and Cotlands achieve Superbrands Status in SA - more infoJazzing it up with The P.R Team - more infoSplash PR appointed by @home - more infoJunxion moves into Limpopo - more infoMatigari Integrated adds two healthcare brands to their client roster - more info
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People on the move | | Michael Lawrence has joined the team at O.I.L (Original Insight Learning) as a Senior Strategic Planner.Jenny Tyobeka elected as the new Executive Director and Board Member of Thebe Investment Corporation. - more infoNew appointments at Awuzwe Brand Communications - more infoNew bright sparks at Lightworks - more infoNew appointments for MindShare South Africa - more infoKgomotso Maphai has joined CAR magazine as Advertisement Sales Executive.Sanet Kuun joins Mouse Interactive - more infoCompleat Golfer has appointed Gerry Lingenfelder as Advertisement Sales Executive.Prismaflex RSA announces new directors - more infoNick Terry has been appointed Director of Consulting at Glendinning Management Consultants SA (Pty) Limited.
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Events to diarise | | TomorrowToday.biz Free Showcase 2005 - TomorrowToday.biz, Hyde Park, Johannesburg, 19 Oct
The October Showcase is an opportunity to meet the TomorrowToday.biz team, hear snippets from our major presentations and see what new and exciting developments we have in store for 2006 and beyond.
Advanced Editing: Presidents, Kings & Editors - The Write Co, Sandton, Johannesburg, 20 Oct
The next installment after 'Finding the Needle' - this course takes basic editing to the next notch.
Marketing '101' Workshop - Market Tree Consultancy, Cape Town, 21 Oct
A full-day introductory workshop on the principles of Marketing.
FEMINA 'Invest in me' - FEMINA, Cape Town Winelands, 22 Oct
In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness month, FEMINA magazine and Santé Winelands Hotel and Wellness Centre are inviting women to a day of relaxation at the Santé Winelands Hotel and Wellness Centre in the heart of the Cape countryside.
Power of Newspapers (PON) maps the way forward through roadshows - Durban, JHB, and Cape Town, 25 Oct
The Power of Newspapers (PON), initiated by the Newspaper Association of South Africa (NASA), has developed a thought-provoking presentation to illustrate the effectiveness of newspapers in the media mix.
The Big Idea 2005 Event - HBD Venture Capital, Milnerton, 26 Oct
The 3rd Annual Big Idea Event consists of talks, workshops, business simulation games and an exhibition to assist Entreprenuers in Starting and Developing their Business/es!
''If it wasn't for my customers, I'd really enjoy my job'' - AccTech Systems, Sandton, 26 Oct
Business Motivator Mark Deavall and CRM specialists AccTech Systems will show you how to motivate your sales staff and automate your sales system to move you from the mediocre to the magnificent.
Tony Koenderman's Advertising Brainstorm Conference - Rivonia, 02 Nov
Is advertising creativity in decline? Top creative brains debate the issues at a one-day conference.
Yvonne Chaka Chaka Community Award - Phomella Marketing, Rosebank, 02 Nov
Tsamen International Events is honouring Yvonne for her outstanding dedication and service to local and Africa's communities and charities.
Handling the Media - IAJ, Johannesburg/Parktown, 07 Nov
Learn how to prepare for press, radio and television interviews, how to set up effective media functions and write media releases that make an impact.
SAARF TAMS Information Days - Durban, JHB, and Cape Town, 08 Nov
A comprehensive update on TAMS and the introduction of overnight reporting during 2006 will be given.
Mobilize your Marketing - The Write Co, Sandton, Johannesburg, 10 Nov
This two day workshop on how to write a marketing plan will teach you how to put the most effective - and workable - marketing plan together and use it effectively to devastate the competition!
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Upcoming events | | | Brainstorming and CopyCat - The Write Co, Sandton, Johannesburg, 17 OctMacromedia Freehand MX - Vega, Green Point, Cape Town, 17 OctInterviewing Skills - IAJ, Parktown / Johannesburg, 17 OctPrinciples of Selling - IMM GSM, Johanessburg, 17 OctMarketing Planning - IMM GSM, Cape Town, 17 OctEssentials of Export Trade - IMM GSM, Johannesburg, 17 OctDesk Top Publishing - AAA School of Advertising , 444 Jan Smuts Avenue, Bordeaux, 17 OctWriting Creatively for Corporate Publications - IAJ, JHB / Parktown, 17 OctKey Account Management for Sustainable Advantage (KAMSA) - IMM GSM, Johannesburg, 17 OctInternet Marketing Strategies Workshop - Perfin International, Cape Town, 18 Oct | More... Submit an event
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| | Media Buyer - Rondebosch, Cape Town
Media buyer with solid Media Independent available. Positive attitude and the ability to negotiate added value and service a medium weight account will get you the position. Salary hightly negotiable. - read more...
Copywriter - Jhb Northern Suburbs
Required for dynamic, well-established marketing consultancy. If you are highly creative, words are your trade and your copy portfolio includes brochures, mags, radio, leaflets and web this is yours. - read more...
Senior FMCG Marketing Strategist – AA - Johannesburg North
Head up a brand planning team in the FMCG sector where your experience in strategy or new product development will be vital. - read more...
Web Design/Developer - Pretoria, Moreleta Park
Min 2 years experience Dreamweaver, HTML, Flash, Photoshop, Corel) Responsible for programming, designing, maintaining and updating corporate websites & Multi Media CD's / DVD's. Design for printing.
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Brand Ambassadors – AA - Johannesburg
Become the representative for a highly successful alcohol brand to drive volume and visibility in the main market. Experience and proven track record as a brand ambassador essential. - read more...
Artist Representative - Cape Town
"Artist representative/production co-ordinator" @ Infidels. Self starter required with interests in fashion and photography, who thrives in a busy production/agency environment. Send short cv to att. Bruno - read more...
New Business Manager - Cape Town
New Business Manager, small design company in Newlands. Low salary plus commission. Self starter to present our work. Single, live in Cape Town. Must have design experience. Email applications only. - read more...
Graphic and Web Designers (2 positions) - PMB
We are looking for 2 red hot designers (web and graphic) with a passion for the advertising industry. Must have at least 3 years qualification and/or 2 years experience. - read more...
Deputy Editor - ICT Magazines - Rosebank
An exciting opportunity exists for a qualified, deadline-driven, motivated and organised individual. Take full and entire editorial responsibility for 2 monthly and one weekly title. - read more...
Web Designer - Rosebank
Responsible for programming, designing, maintaining and updating corporate websites. Must have matric plus design diploma or similar qualification. Must have at least two years experience in designing websites. - read more...
Web Designer - Rosebank
Web Designer - responsible for programming, designing, maintaining and updating corporate websites. Must have at least 2 years experience in designing websites, managing content and maintenance of websites. - read more...
Copywriter. Retail. Agency - Jhb.N.Suburbs.
Professional retail writer for buzzing ad. agency. Talent, conceptual skills, min. 6 years exp. Write on brand, corporate, T.V. Radio and Print +- R15000.00 p.m. clear. - read more...
Account Manager. Direct Response. - Jhb.N.Suburbs.
Account Manager. Direct Response. Dynamic, motivated A.M. 5 years Direct Response exp. in an agency or corporate environment Sal R10-R12000 p.m. clear. Strong personality and energy level. - read more...
Direct Sales Executives - Crown Mines
Build your career with a leading office automation company based in Crown Mines. If you are energetic, assertive, punctual and hungry for success, then apply for this position. - read more...
Marketing/Sales - Cape Town
If you are tired of making other people money and you are motivated by success then this job is tailored for you, I offer a full package and a commission incentive. - read more...
Digital Designers - Cape Town
Ukubona is growing on an ongoing basis and is therefore looking for the right technical expertise and digital creativity. If you fit the mould, then contact us immediately!
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Media Planner. Agency or Media Ind. Exp - Jhb.N. Suburbs.
Competent Media Planner for established Consultancy. 2 years exp. in ad. agency or media independant. Full competency on Telmar, Media Manager etc. Sal R10-R15000 p.m. Growth opportunity. - read more...
PR Account Manager - JHB Northern Suburbs
Are you passionate about PR? Do you thrive on the adrenaline rush of deadline driven campaigns? Is media relations your strength? Do you want to work for a successful agency? - read more...
PR Consultant - Senior - JHB Northern Suburbs
Exciting move for a hot and happening senior PR consultant to progress to the next level in their career with a winning PR consultancy with blue-chip client portfolio. - read more...
Sales Exec - Johannesburg
Outdoor Sales Exec: Dynamic self-starter looking to make a powerful career in outdoor advertising. Must be motivated and goal orientated. - read more...
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