TLTL - Too Little Too Late - Award

The Centre for Fine Art Animation and Design in Durban’s CBD will host the Annual Graduation Dinner, Fashion Extravaganza and TLTL Awards Ceremony – themed “Celebration” at the DLI Hall in Greyville on Friday 27 August, 2010.

A highlight of the evening is the tertiary institution’s acknowledgment of unsung heroes instrumental in weaving the complex fabric of our community. “The TLTL - Too Little Too Late - Awards are given to individuals who contribute unselfishly to the community without the recognition they deserve. Most South African artists have highlighted the plight of the struggle for freedom, and through their work people were able to break the silence,” said CFAD founder Nanda Soobben.

This year the TLTL awardees all share a literary heritage. Three respected authors with strong Durban connections who have contributed meaningfully to the process of reconciliation, cultural awareness and nation-building through their writings, will be publicly applauded.

  

Durban-born retired accountant Aziz Hassim’s debut novel, The Lotus People served as a form of catharsis for Hassim – a personal TRC. He also wished to record a past he is convinced has disappeared forever for the younger generation who think he is "making up stories" when he tells them about that era.

Prithiraj R. Dullay was a student leader at Springfield College and his exposure to contacts with other student leaders such as Steve Biko, Strini Moodley and many more shaped his political consciousness. Dullay’s 278 page acclaimed book Salt Water Runs in My Vein” was launched in May 2010. A second book is due to be published at the end of 2010.

Ashwin Desai, the holder of a Masters degree from Rhodes University and a doctorate from Michigan State University is an unusually prolific and a wide-ranging writer whose work has been published in academic and popular books and periodicals around the world. He has recently published Inside Indian Indenture: A South African Story.

The Edge Award, also to be presented at this gala evening, for Art and Media achievement goes to Jan Jordaan. This award celebrates her contribution and pays tribute to local heroes who have received little or no recognition in the media.

Jan Jordaan initiated the UDHR International Print Portfolio for Artists for Human Rights in Durban, South Africa. He has held many exhibitions both National and International. Presently, he lectures printmaking at the Durban Institute of Technology and functions as director of Art for Humanity.

For more information contact:

Illa Thompson
Publicity Matters
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illa@pubmat.co.za
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Vacancy: SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER - University of KwaZulu-Natal

SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER
(GRADE 9)
AUDIO VISUAL
UNIVERSITY WIDE
REFERENCE NO.: AV01/2010



The University of KwaZulu-Natal is committed to employment equity.

The Senior Graphic Designer creates the visual components of various types of media including
broadcast, electronic and written material. The designer takes verbal and or written ideas from a
client and develops a creative way to effectively communicate the message.
The applicant is expected to undertake University wide graphic design, media production,
photography, digital imaging and printing in a professional manner and in line with the University
brand.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Grade 12
• 3 year relevant qualification or degree in graphic design, which must include computer
graphics.
• 4 years relevant work experience in a graphic design environment.
• Good working knowledge of all aspects of design and ability to convey concepts and
information effectively.
• Sound computer experience and proven ability to work in Windows and Mac applications.
• Proven knowledge and experience of professional graphic design and DTP programmes.
• Experience in photography and digital imaging.
• Presentation of graphics portfolio.
In the absence of the minimum qualification, the applicant should have Grade 12 and 6 years
relevant experience, and will have to successfully pass a competency test

PREFERENCES/ADVANTAGES:
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Creativity and ability to work with various people in different settings and varied budgets.
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Self motivated and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to multi task, undertake simultaneous projects and work under pressure to meet
deadlines
• Willingness to work after hours when required.
• Knowledge of computer generated motion graphics and animation.
• Experience in video production.

TOTAL REMUNERATION PACKAGE RANGE: R166,790– R250,186 per annum, inclusive
of benefits.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 20 August 2010.
Applicants are required to complete the relevant application form which is available
on the Vacancies page of the University website at www.ukzn.ac.za Completed
forms may be sent to recruitment1@ukzn.ac.za Please state the advert reference
number in your subject line.