"If you are a young, aspiring public relations (PR) professional looking for an opportunity, this is for you," says Ayanda Siswana, 2024 Young Voices chairperson.
Initiated in 2017, the PYV programme was created in collaboration with the PRISM Awards and the Public Relations Institute of Southern Africa (PRISA). The programme focusses on providing mentorship and skills development opportunities to emerging public relations professionals. This year is its fifth anniversary.
According to the awards, the 10 chosen candidates will similarly receive opportunities for professional growth within the PR field. They'll also gain insights from their expert senior counterparts on the lead judges panel, who will be evaluating some of South Africa's most creative campaigns.
Applicants — who can either be professionals or students — must have at least two years of experience in PR and communications, or be actively engaged in the field. Out of the 10 positions available for young judges, two will be reserved for final-year students specialising in PR or communications.
The awards conclude that every candidate must submit either a 300-word statement explaining why they should be chosen, or a one-minute motivational video. Written and video motivations can be sent to [email protected].
Entries close on Friday, 26 July at 00:00, the awards conclude.
For more information, visit www.prism-awards.co.za. You can also follow the PRISM Awards on Facebook, X, or on Instagram.
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