The multimedia Journalist of the year is Estella Naicker. Estella is a tough journo and her reporting shows tenacity and an in-depth understanding of issues that affect her community...
The finalists for Multimedia journalist of the year are:
•Michelle Pienaar – George Herald
•Daleen Naude – Middelburg Observer
•Zita Goldswain – Witbank News
The runners up are:
•Kristy Kolberg – George Herald
•Shona Aylward – South Coast Herald
The winner of the prestigious Field salesperson of the year is Tarryn Kumm of Highway Mail. Tarryn’s passion was tangible in how it positively impacted her preparation, engagement and effectiveness in the sales call....
The winner for most promising journalist of the year is Charmaine Mazibuko of Newcastle Advertiser. Charmaine’s portfolio was thorough, showed tenacity and identified hard news that she made her own.
The finalists for most promising journalist of the year are:
•Charmaine Mazibuko – Newcastle Advertiser
•Jaco Human – Krugersdorp News
•Thabisile Mgwali – Roodepoort Northsider
The best Get It magazines finalists are:
•Joburg North with editor Daniella Graham
•Ballito /Umhlanga with editor Leah Shone and
•Durban North/Berea/Highway with editor Wanda Daly
The winner of best Get It journalist is Leah Shone of Ballito. She has a lovely, easy style which makes for easy reading. Her stories are relevant, and she brings personalities and places to life. Her travel story was hugely enjoyed.
The finalists for Best Get It journalist are:
•Mellissa Bushby of Lowveld Get It
•Leah Shone of Ballito/Umhlanga Get It
•Jaco-Mari Futcher of Joburg West Get It
The winner of best multimedia campaign is Lowvelder with "Crossing Centre Sweet 16". The winning entry made good use of all platforms available and cashed in on it, giving the clients value for their spend.
The winner of best on-line presence is George Herald for the second consecutive year. The judges appreciated how the brand has been carried out digitally, and the relevant use of local imagery. Overall online revenue growth, help secured the George Herald’s...
The winner of photographer of the year is Ettienne van Rensburg of Vaalweekblad. A great variety of subjects in his entry shows an exceptional standard of photography. This is a very deserving winning portfolio, covering a great mix of human interest, hard news...
The contenders for photographer of the year are:
•Ettienne van Rensburg of Vaalweekblad
•Wayne van der Walt of Highvelder
•Morgan Piek of Bloemfontein Courant
•Wessel van Heerden of AutoDealer
•Elsje Vermeulen of Ster
•Zita Goldswain of Witbank News
Best sport photo
The winner is Ettienne van Rensburg of Vaalweekblad with "Omgedop." Ettienne’s winning photo was a great action frame - a very poetry in motion picture. Great sports action and perfect execution!
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Best human interest photo
The winner is Wayne van der Walt of Highvelder with "Frightful Weather". Contrast elements in the photo really impressed the judges. It has such a beautiful old town feel with the old buildings in the background.
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