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Weekly top stories | A total of 238 birds were awarded, four of which were Grands Prix - to Draftfcb Cape Town, Ogilvy & Mather Cape Town, MetropolitanRepublic and FoxP2 respectively. Read more >> |
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|  | The 2013 Pendoring winners were announced last night, 20 September 2013, at a gala event that took place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. A total of eight gold Pendoring trophies were awarded to various advertising agencies. Read more >> |
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|  | [Issued by Bizcommunity.com] Bizcommunity.com recently held its first BizRecruit event for HR specialists, hosting Matthew Gray, client service director at Graylink, as guest speaker. Gray covered trends in corporate recruiting, the current recruitment landscape, and active vs passive candidates. Read more >> visit press office >> |
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 | We're not sure if it's a coincidence but over 20 of Bizcommunity's Press Office partners scooped Gold, Silver, Bronze and Grand Prix Loeries at the 2013 Loerie Awards; and we had winners in the Pendorings as well. Read more >> |
 | [Staff Reporter] Two Grand Prix awards, a new category, an ad that never aired and honouring a doyen of the advertising industry were just some of the highlights of the much-anticipated Sunday night Loerie Award ceremony. Read more >> |
 | [Terry Levin] Part 2... At the Loerie International Seminar of Creativity on Friday, 20 September, some of the world's most esteemed advertising practitioners showed how to turn fear into tangible rewards. Read more >> |
 | George Sombonos, the CEO of Chicken Licken, was honoured with the Marketing Leadership and Innovation Award. Read more >> |
 | [Staff Reporter] Cape Town agency Ogilvy & Mather topped the table at the first night of the Loeries with a total of 15 awards. Read more >> |
 | [Terry Levin] Some of the world's most esteemed advertising practitioners provided a snapshot of the state of the global creative industry. Read more >> |
 | [Issued by Bizcommunity.com] A Biz Press Office is no longer just a conduit for company news releases, but can act and look like your real office, with gorgeous corporate visuals of interiors, your building, team and products - so prospects know who they are dealing with at a glance. Stills or animated mastheads can depict recent work, events or activations. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 | [Dylan Balkind] Never mind potholes, rampant crime or corruption, what we really need to expend our energy on is the fact that more and more mediocre pedestrians are being allowed to stumble into roles they have absolutely no clue about. (video) Read more >> |
 | [Reghard Goussard] Will this work? What if this flops? It seems that the words "What if" are the two of the most powerful words in the English language. What if and why must have been at the core of the most amazing inventions and discoveries known to man. (video) Read more >> |
 | [Rolf Akermann] The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) is hard at work of late. There seems to be a continuous flow of advertisements that receive complaints from the public and need to be pulled. Read more >> |
 | [Chemory Gunko] Websites are one of those funny pieces of marketing collateral - most businesses understand they need one, yet for many it's still seen as a grudge purchase. Read more >> |
 | [Danette Breitenbach] On 20 August 2013, the National Assembly passed the final version of the Protection of Personal Information Bill (POPI). This final version of POPI is to be submitted to the President for his assent. Read more >> |
 | [Michelle Strauss] Within the last few years social media has become more integral in the lives of students, and now more than ever it is vital for higher education to get social. Read more >> |
 | For those in the digital industry still wanting to enter the 2013 Bookmarks Awards, there is good news. The entry deadline has been extended to 20 September 2013. (Cue sigh of relief) Read more >> |
 | [Marion Scher] By now the news story of the Field's Hill truck accident, which left 23 dead is a story familiar to South Africans who've followed this tragic episode with growing horror. Read more >> |
 | [Andrew Kramer] The creative and media planning processes are said to be riding a wave of change in the wake of the recent ad space revolution on Mxit. Read more >> |
 | The dispute between Moneyweb and Fin24 over content aggregation, and the looming legal action flowing from this dispute, has disturbing implications for the freelance writing industry. Read more >> |
 | One of South Africa's top GCI animation studios has scored a major coup, with Minneapolis-based Periscope, one of America's fastest-growing independent creative agencies. (Video) Read more >> |
 | The Wireless Access Provider's Association (WAPA) recently announced a 25% increase in its membership for the year ended. Read more >> |
 | [Cole Rautenbach] In an employment landscape where the talent you need may be scarce, expensive, or otherwise occupied, how far will you go to find the right people to meet your organisational needs and objectives? How innovative are you? Read more >> |
 | The statement by statistician-general Pali Lehohla that unhappiness is the leading cause of hypertension is not only inaccurate; it creates a dangerous illusion for South Africans. (*See footnote) Read more >> |
 | [Louise Robinson] There is a belief that cold calls for the purpose of appointment setting leave many a recipient cold, but it is still cited as being the second most effective tool for growing one's business, second only to referrals. Read more >> |
 | The Labour Court has instructed the SABC to allow former editor Montlenyane Diphoko to return to work, his attorney says. Read more >> |
 | LONDON, UK: Leading independent digital marketing agency, Greenlight has been named as the winner of the 51-100 digital staff Elite Poll in this year's Drum Digital Census which covered three research areas - financial performance, client satisfaction and the respect of peers. Read more >> |
 | NEW YORK CITY, USA: BlackBerry said it would cut 4,500 jobs as the struggling Canadian smartphone manufacturer retrenches in the face of hefty losses and weak sales of its new handsets. Read more >> |
 | LONDON, UK: A device billed as the world's first ethically sourced smartphone was unveiled in London this week and despite thousands of pre-orders its designer says the project remains a huge gamble. Read more >> |
 | WASHINGTON, USA: Apple has no intention of competing in the "junk" segment of the electronics market, chief executive Tim Cook says. Read more >> |
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 | Plans are afoot to suspend the chief executive of the Holy Cross Hospital in the Eastern Cape and its nursing manager, Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi said. Read more >> |
 | The South African government will not allow the rhino to become extinct, the department of environmental affairs said on Sunday (22 September). Read more >> |
 | Cabinet has approved a draft bill banning alcohol advertising and it will now be gazetted for public comment, Social Development Minister Bathabile Dlamini said. Read more >> |
 | Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa says the police will step up their fight against alcohol and drug abuse. Read more >> |
 | [Linda Ensor] An estimated R306bn was lost to the economy annually as a result of road accidents‚ Transport Minister Dipuo Peters said on Wednesday, 17 September. Read more >> |
More Government news
 | [Daniel Dercksen] The bawdiness of sexuality is tackled head on in the deliciously provocative and playful Sexual Perversity in Chicago, which is now at the Intimate Theatre for a short season. Read more >> |
 | [Ruth Cooper] Mix n Blend have just released "Mother City", their brand spanking new EP today and it's just so happens to be available for free download so all you lovelies can get your hands on their latest afrolicious beats. We interviewed founding member Kevin Ribbans to find out more about this fresh new EP as well as chat creative collaborations and mzanzi musical flavour. Read more >> |
 | Waterfront Charters has been offering scheduled cruises from Cape Town's Victoria and Alfred Waterfront for the past 23 years. This family-run business was among the first tenants of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Read more >> |
Protea Hotel Sea Point has opened its doors to show a fresh new face to guests who are already enjoying the light-and-airy seaside feel. The hotel was closed for winter to gut the public areas, restaurant and sea-facing rooms - and while the facade may look the same, the hotel inside has been completely transformed. Read more >>
 | [Daniel Dercksen] Sit back, relax, and let Dutch songbird Niki Romijn's calming and peaceful Roos van Jou Mond's celebration of beloved Ingrid Jonker transport you on a nostalgic journey. Read more >> |
 Imibala Trust appoints Paddington Station PR - more info Clarotech appointed SA's only Digium® ATP - more info Natural Herbs & Spices appoints Dummett & Co - more info marcusbrewster appointed to Magnum Pink and Black - more info The PR Toolbox to launch Vitology - more info UrbanHouse Media to manage PR for elev8 - more info
africapractice SA appoints new GM - more info
 | The ad ops campaign manager role delivers the successful implementation and management of client advertising campaigns, including daily communication with sales teams, providing support to the ad ops manager. Read more >> |
 | Talooma is looking for a mid level PHP developer to join the team Read more >> |
 | Top Cape Town advertising agency is looking for an account director to work on a portfolio of alcohol brands. Read more >> |
| Top Cape Town advertising agency looking for an energetic group account director with deep African insights to lead a liquor brand. Read more >> |
| Highly creative digital agency is looking for a business unit director to lead a high performance client service team and deliver digital masterpieces to very high creative and strategic standards. Read more >> |
| Highly creative digital agency is looking for an account director to manage and grow a portfolio of digital clients to high standards of creative excellence. Read more >> |
| Highly creative digital agency is looking for an account director to manage and grow a portfolio of digital clients to high standards of creative excellence. Read more >> |
| Digital agency is looking for a group account director with five+ years' senior client service and digital experience to lead a portfolio of accounts. Read more >> |
| A leading alcoholic brand company is looking for a group digital media manager to lead digital marketing within the company and ensure continuous inovation in digital deliverables. Read more >> |
MIH Internet Africa (Pty) Ltd has an exciting opportunity for an operations manager who loves the thrill of working under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Read more >>Talooma is looking for a senior SEO specialist with five+ years' experience. Work on an array of clients and industries, and have fun doing so. Read more >>Both Worlds, the company behind the award-winning online and TV satirical show ZANEWS, is looking for a multi-talented web designer/developer to join its young and growing team. Read more >>Digital Publications is looking for a graphic designer proficient in Zulu/Xhosa/Sepedi/English. Read more >>Scan Display's Cape Town office has an opportunity in its retail division for a vibrant go-getter with a proven track record in sales, to source new business. Read more >>We are a dynamic digital agency, based in Sandton, seeking a highly creative and self-motivated mid/senior digital designer for a full-time position. Read more >>Yuri Arcurs Productions is the world's top selling stock photography company and is looking to hire a new COO, based in Cape Town. Read more >>Positive Dialogue Communications is a dynamic PR agency who believe that the stimulation and continuation of positive dialogue can bring about meaningful business growth that delivers return on investment. Read more >>G&G are looking for a dynamic, creative and industrious account executive with digital experience to assist in ensuring the smooth running of a number of existing accounts. Read more >>As an SEO consultant you will conceptualise and implement monthly SEO campaigns for our clients drawing on your experience and knowledge of best practices to achieve superior results. Read more >>Gullan&Gullan are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic PPC campaign manager with a proven track-record in paid search marketing to manage PPC online marketing campaigns for our clients. Read more >>Executive sales representatives required throughout KwaZulu-Natal to sell advertising space in a high-end, coffee-table travel guide for a well established media and online publishing house in Durban. Read more >>Our client, leaders in metal packaging technology, is looking for a seasoned representative to work independently from their remote/home office environment. Read more >>An opportunity exists for a head of customer services, who is intimately familiar with customer services management, reporting directly to the operations executive. Read more >>Metropolitan Health, GEMS business unit is looking for a call centre manager. The ideal candidate should have good communication skills, be well-spoken and have experience with medical aid administration. Read more >>Enjoy all the benefits of working for an established (est. 1975) and credible media company, while maximising the opportunities presented by the extreme disruption taking place in this space. Read more >>ThoroughTec Simulation is seeking an experienced and capable copywriter/journalist to form a vital part of the marketing department to create and drive outstanding content, fit for purpose across all communication channels. Read more >>Blue Sky Publications requires the services of a skilled production designer, this exciting role involves the design and layout of two weekly London newspapers for South African and Australian expatriates. Read more >>Join one of the fastest growing real estate franchise groups in South Africa as national franchise sales manager. Read more >>Zee TV is seeking a TV programming head to develop strategic initiatives for achieving and retaining a leading position for a portfolio of channels aimed at the mainstream African audience. Read more >>
This is the largest broadband conference in SA with over 1,600 delegates in attendance in 2012. It attracts all the CEOs and top speakers within the telecommunications industry. Read more >>Cultural Intelligence - 18 Nov 2013 to 20 Nov 2013 Johannesburg,Durban,Cape TownDr David Livermore, President - Cultural Intelligence Centre (USA) is coming to South Africa to introduce this concept through a series of half-day seminars entitled 'Develop Your Cultural Intelligence.' Read more >> Advanced Sub-EditingInstitute for the Advancement of Journalism - 8 Oct 2013 to 10 Oct 2013 Cape Town
Digital Marketing - 23 Sep 2013 to 25 Nov 2013 Cape Town Quirk Education and the University of Stellenbosch present a 10-week online Digital Marketing course, designed to give you a holistic, industry-relevant understanding of marketing in digital today. Read more >> For all advertisers with a preoccupation for online advertising and all things digital, on how to leverage Facebook Ads to achieve their bottom line. Read more >>George S. Patton "Accept challenges, so that you may feel the exhilaration of victory. (via Quotes Everlasting)"
Daniel J. Boorstin "Freedom means the opportunity to be what we never thought we would be. (via Brainy Quote)"
Winston Churchill "A fanatic is one who can't change his mind and won't change the subject. (via The Quotations Page)"
John W. Gardner "Excellence is doing ordinary things extraordinarily well. (via Brainy Quote)"
Andrew Carnegie "Concentration is my motto - first honesty, then industry, then concentration. (via Quotes Everlasting)"
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