by MarkLives. More industry tributes to the late, great Keith Rose, South Africa’s director extraordinaire.
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The Martini Shot: TV is still king in the ad jungle
by Bobby Amm. The cost of producing quality content doesn’t decline simply because it’s broadcast on a different medium.
The Martini Shot: The importance of freeing the bid, SA-style
by Bobby Amm. While our overseas contemporaries are more focused on female directors getting more opportunities, South Africa’s history means the challenge of promoting greater diversity is a lot more complex.
The Martini Shot: The non-negotiable importance of safety on set
by Bobby Amm. The reality is that film sets may be very dangerous places, and proper provisions must be made to ensure the safety of everyone involved
The Martini Shot: How intl approach to in-house production impacts here
by Bobby Amm. The knock-on effect in the South African commercial service industry has been evident, with a huge drop in work this past summer season.
The Martini Shot: Come rain or shine, the show goes on
by Bobby Amm. For an industry that relies on a vast number of diverse and expensive elements coming together successfully on any given day, the unforeseen or the unknown is often our biggest challenge.
The Martini Shot: Why prompt payment ensures smooth production
by Bobby Amm. The CPA would like to see ad agencies recommitting to the payment agreement which has worked so well for over quarter of a century.
The Martini Shot: The importance of a production craft awards show
by Bobby Amm. Ciclope Africa will present Africa with a unique opportunity to showcase its best work on the international stage.
The Martini Shot: A look at the status of SA’s film services industry
by Bobby Amm. The past year has been one of flux in the South African film services industry. So, to close off the year, here are the six top topics of 2017.
Production transparency is everyone’s business
by Bobby Amm. There is evidence that uncompetitive agency behaviours affect advertisers, too.