Tuesday, July 26, 2011

NFVF at 32nd Durban International Film Festival

The National Film and Video Foundation is proud to announce its continued support and participation at the 32nd Durban International Film Festival which runs from the 21st until 31st of July 2011. An array of the NFVF funded feature films, shorts and documentaries will be exhibited at the festival.
"We are once again proud to be one of the main supporters of DIFF, which has for many years celebrated the best of South African, African and International talent. This year's programme is a testimony of the continuous thriving film industry, which is now complimented by the outstanding female film producers and directors," says Karen Son, NFVF Acting CEO.
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Saturday, July 16, 2011

Sibikwa Arts Centre seeks Artistic Director

The Sibikwa Arts Centre, an NGO based in Benoni, seeks to employ an Artistic Director to take over from the current Director.

The Centre is one of the largest and most successful multi-disciplinary art centres in South Africa. With a good track-record of 23 years, Sibikwa has been recognized as a centre of excellence by the Department of Sports, Recreation, Arts & Culture and MAPPP-SETA.

The Artistic Director is responsible for conceiving, developing and implementing the artistic and educational vision and focus of Sibikwa and reports to the Board of Directors.

The suitably qualified candidate must have:

- A minimum of ten years experience within the field;
- An arts degree;
- Excellent communication and writing skills essential for the position;
- Expertise in a leadership role, inclusive of people management;
- Expertise in financial management including fund raising and income generation; and
- Actively engaged within the community arts sector.

Some national and international travelling could be required. Appropriate coaching in the role will be provided. The chosen candidate must be available from the 1st September 2011 or sooner. A competitive remuneration will be paid to the successful candidate who is appointed to the role.

CV's must be submitted to sibikwa@iafrica.com or faxed to 011 421 2346. Three contactable references must accompany submitted CV's.


The closing date for submission of CV's is 29 July 2011.

Sibikwa Arts Centre's succession plan is funded by the Arts & Culture Trust (ACT) Building Blocks Programme, via sponsorship from the Embassy of the Kingdo