{"id":1578,"date":"2025-07-07T07:53:08","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T07:53:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.northerncape.gov.za\/dedat\/2025\/07\/07\/empowering-future-media-leaders-imprint-media-launches-skills-development-programme\/"},"modified":"2025-07-07T07:53:08","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T07:53:08","slug":"empowering-future-media-leaders-imprint-media-launches-skills-development-programme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.northerncape.gov.za\/dedat\/2025\/07\/07\/empowering-future-media-leaders-imprint-media-launches-skills-development-programme\/","title":{"rendered":"Empowering Future Media Leaders: Imprint Media Launches Skills Development Programme"},"content":{"rendered":"<table style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: top;\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" alignleft size-full wp-image-1577\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.northerncape.gov.za\/dedat\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/07\/Empowering-Future-Media-Leaders.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" width=\"332\" height=\"332\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.northerncape.gov.za\/dedat\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/07\/Empowering-Future-Media-Leaders.jpg 332w, https:\/\/www.northerncape.gov.za\/dedat\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/07\/Empowering-Future-Media-Leaders-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.northerncape.gov.za\/dedat\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2025\/07\/Empowering-Future-Media-Leaders-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 332px) 100vw, 332px\" \/>On 10 June 2025, Imprint Media, in partnership with the Department of Economic Development and Tourism and the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture, officially launched a two-month Media &amp; Production Skills Development Initiative aimed at empowering aspiring media personalities.<\/p>\n<p>The initiative is designed to equip young creatives with practical skills in media production, storytelling, content creation, and presenting. Through hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world media experience, participants will gain the tools and confidence needed to thrive in South Africa&rsquo;s evolving media landscape.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;This programme is about more than just training,&rdquo; said an Imprint Media representative. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s about opening doors, nurturing raw talent, and shaping the future of local media.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p>The two-month programme will feature workshops, on-set training, and exposure to radio, TV, and digital platforms. By investing in the youth, this initiative contributes to both economic development and cultural expression &mdash; creating a pipeline for future industry leaders.<\/p>\n<p>We look forward to witnessing the journey and growth of these talented individuals over the coming weeks.<\/p>\n<p>Stay tuned for updates and success stories as we shine a light on the next generation of storytellers!<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: top;\">&nbsp;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: top;\">\n<div class=\"grey-message\">DOWNLOAD<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: top;\">&nbsp;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: top;\">&nbsp;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"blockquotes\"><strong>Contact Details<\/strong><br \/>\nCommunications<br \/>\nTel: 053 830 4000<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On 10 June 2025, Imprint Media, in partnership with the Department of Economic Development and Tourism and the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture, officially launched a two-month Media &amp; Production Skills Development Initiative aimed at empowering aspiring media personalities. 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