Front Row

I’m Anganathi Beyile, currently part of the Smollan Graduate Programme, where I work with DataOrbis, a data analytics company focused on the FMCG sector, and Chirp, an innovative platform transforming […]

I am Neo Mashatola, a Digital Media Planner at The MediaShop. I’m inspired by spaces that enable the cultivation of different ideas, where creativity and people-centric strategies come together to […]

I am Neo Molefe an Integrated Digital and Brand Marketing Intern at Vodacom, where I contribute to both brand marketing efforts and digital marketing. My role encompasses tasks such as […]

I am Limpho Mokuku, an Integrated Account Executive at Joe Public. I serve a diverse range of clients. I am a passionate, driven individual with a love for design and […]

I’m Kamohelo Moeti, a Social Media Manager from the Eastern Cape with a passion for all things digital and a creative flair that fuels my work. With six years of […]

I am Uthmaan Baboo, an Analytics Implementation Specialist committed to integrating Information Systems and Digital Marketing to deliver actionable insights and drive impactful marketing outcomes. My focus is on leveraging […]

I am Hannah Jacobs, a passionate digital marketing enthusiast currently beginning my journeyas a Paid Media Intern at Incubeta.I am driven to embrace new ideas, challenge myself, andcontinuously expand my […]

I am Yumna Benjamin, an Account Manager with a passion for strategic communications and a knackfor client success. My background spans copywriting, social media content creation, and projectmanagement, allowing me […]

I am Hope Ntokozo Zakwe, a Client Success Manager with a relentless curiosity and a passion for life. I am dedicated to promoting inclusive representation and creating impactful, authentic work. […]

I’m Busi Rooibaard – a passionate junior social media manager driven by the power of storytelling and community building. With a keen eye for trends and a knack for crafting […]

My name is Mukondeleli. Everyone calls me ‘Kondi’. I was Junior Producer in the makingnow turned Junior Social Media Community Manager and Content Creator. I am andhave always been passionate […]

I’m Ilhaam Manjoo, a Social Media Specialist pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Marketing.My passion lies in the dynamic world of digital marketing, where I am constantly exploring andlearning about […]

As a Media Specialist at Nedbank, I have had a passion for the marketing field since my early days as a Yes intern at the company. My enthusiasm for the […]

My name is Khanya Masuku, a Digital Planning Executive. Growing up in Soweto, I was inspired tobecome the best version of myself. I firmly believe in the power of marketing […]

I am Molly Johnson, and I currently serve as the Commercial Channel Manager, in charge of programmatic strategy at Hive Digital Media. At Hive, I have been given the opportunity […]

To tell stories and to show my flexibility creatively, it seems like a very vague answer but I believe that it is the best answer. In my perspective there’s always a story to share with people, while creating proximity with your client. Moreover, with digital marketing I can always show my creativity in diverse ways that sometimes challenge me. I love a good challenge.

My passion for all things digital marketing is fueled by two main factors: my love for storytelling and my desire to promote authentic and raw content. I believe that storytelling is a powerful tool that can captivate audiences and create meaningful connections. By leveraging digital marketing strategies, I can effectively communicate stories and messages that resonate with people on a deeper level. Additionally, I am driven by my aspiration to showcase African talent and put it on the global map. I firmly believe that...

What fuels my passion for digital marketing are the opportunities it has given me. Being in the digital space allows me to stretch myself and be as creative as I want and that for me is very exciting.

I gained intrest in digital marketing through my own journey of creating content. I started my YouTube channel in 2019 while I was still pursuing an engineering degree. I dropped out of engineering and pursued marketing when I realised that creating content through YouTube and Instagram was what brought me the most joy in my life. So my passion for digital marketing started through my own passions and it intensified through being discovered and working with brands involved in digital marketing.

The dynamic nature of the digital world and its immense potential to connect businesses with global audiences fuels my passion for all things digital. Witnessing how strategic online efforts can transform brands, foster communities, and drive real-world results inspires me to continuously explore innovative strategies and stay at the forefront of digital marketing trends.

The ability to create, connect, and communicate on a global scale excites me. Think of it like an adventure where being curious comes together with making things, and in every tiny dot on the screen, there's a whole world of exciting things that can come to life.

I'm still finding my feet within this industry and am super keen to learn more about the ins and outs of this fascinating world. I’m always trying to learn new things. It’s like having those extra titbits of knowledge that I can share with people and find new ways to connect. I have experience in branding, advertising campaigns, print design, illustration, web design, animation, UI/UX design, package design, and game design. I specifically enjoy designing illustrations and experimenting with different styles.

My passion for digital marketing started when I developed my first website and app, where I got to learn the back end of sites such as short or longtail keyword phrases to collecting and analysing the data from different insights and crm tools. I carried this knowledge to working in different digital campaigns where I could fully apply my knowledge which I grew deeper passion for it.

I am a designer that believes in applying empathy and experimentation in everything I do, which fuels my passion for creating unique, interesting digital designs and concepts. I am also driven by the need to create exciting memories. As a creative, I take inspiration from everything around me, from the daily sights and smells to the human connections I make.

I have a passion for storytelling. In digital, my focus has been in strategy and the ideas that help build communities in the African context. As the world rapidly becomes smaller by way of the devices that connect us, it's been my interest to see the common thread in our humanity and drawing from our lived experiences to find or build content and campaigns that translate effectively from creation to its experience.

My passion for the digital sphere is driven by a distinctive blend of factors. I believe in intentional marketing that deeply resonates with the human behind the screen. The ever-evolving digital landscape consistently motivates me to envision strategic branding tactics that fuses psychology and technology to convey meaningful yet profitable messages that resonate. There is such a thrill in finding the latest trends, cutting-edge social media features and how that relates to radical data analysis methods for the digital industry. Ultimately, my passion truly...

What fuels my passion for digital? Well my journey with Marketing started when I co-founded a promotions agency with my brother and since then I’ve grown strength to strength in the industry. Digital marketing for me is an innovation like no other , fueling so many dreams and possibilities through digital is something I would’ve never thought I’d hear of. To keep it short, in this modern world I want to have a hand in creating ads that change lives through different touchpoints.

My passion for all things digital is ignited by my deep involvement in social media marketing, content marketing, and copywriting. These dynamic fields offer a canvas for creativity and innovation that constantly excites me. The rapid evolution of technology keeps me engaged, as I thrive in the ever-changing digital landscape.

I'm fueled by a passion for digital marketing that thrives on connecting people, driving inclusive and equitable representation in marketing, and bridging the digital divide in South Africa.

Finding myself as an avid video gamer and technology enthusiast at a young age, I found my passion in the digital space. The implementation and execution of Artificial Intelligence to assist in essay writing or teaching a vehicle how to drive itself, to more immersive experiences like Virtual Reality excites me to see what the next big leap holds within this industry. I see myself as an active participant and advocate for lifelong learning, while adapting and evolving with the strides that the digital...

The IAB SA is delighted to announce the winners of its 2021 Front Row initiative. The winners win a seat in the front row of leading digital marketing events and other great career-enhancing prizes.

The IAB SA has launched the second year of its Front Row programme and invites all young budding, black media and marketing students to enter and win a front row seat at relevant industry-leading events and gain access to valuable industry insights and expert knowledge sharing.

Graphic Designer, Zoya Nkosi, spoke to Bizcommunity about her career journey to date and future study plans, and gives her thoughts on the challenges and opportunities in the industry.

Bizcommunity chatted to Bokamoso Pascal Tsogang about what it means to win a Front Row seat and asked more about his career aspirations and challenges.

Our third Front Row winner, Kamogelo Makhale, sees her win as an opportunity to share her knowledge while also gaining access. She speaks on this and also gives her thoughts on mentorship and the changes brought about by the current pandemic.

Bookmarks Front Row winner, Mahlatse Moti, chatted to Bizcommunity and shared his view on the Front Row opportunity, his career plans and his thoughts on the digital industry.

Congratulations to all 5 of the #2020Bookmarks Front Row winners! Bizcommunity have launched a series of interviews with each of the winners and here we feature their interview with Front Row winner, Motshidisi Mokoena.

We are thrilled to announce our five 2020 Bookmarks Front Row winners today. They will be invited to participate in our digital #2020Bookmarks show format at 5pm on Thursday 19th March and in future IAB events, as well as be presented with wonderful prizes given by our partners.

In its inaugural Front Row endeavour, the IAB invites students to apply for Front Row seats at the IAB SA Bookmark Awards 2020. The winners of the seats will be announced on Tuesday 17 March.