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Hey Creatives,
Once more, we are at the end of another month, and it's incredible how swiftly February has breezed by, Phew.
We're bursting with excitement to bring you a curated collection of this month's most thrilling highlights. So, without delay, let's plunge straight into the action!
Your Member Toolkit is here!
If you are a member of APVA, we created a Membership Kit just for you. Whether you've been with us from the start or just joined our community, this is for you.
π€ What's in the Kit?
Your Personalized Membership Card & Certificate - Celebrate your commitment to the audio-creative industry in Africa.
APVA Brochure - Dive deep into our mission, vision, and the exciting journey ahead.
Community Guidelines - Let's ensure our community remains a supportive and inspiring space for everyone.
Membership Badge - Show off your APVA pride!
If you are a member already and you are interested in your personalized kit, send an email to community@apva.africa with your name, email, image, and year you joined, and we'll get you set up!πͺ
If you would like to join the community, there is space for you. Click the button below to join us now!
The First Session for the Intellectual Property Clinic is happening Today π
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The First Session for the Intellectual Property Clinic is happening Today at 4 PM (WAT) and we are super excited! If you are yet to register you still have a few more hours to go.
All you have to do is click the button below to register so that you can get a reminder once itβs time. Fill in your first and last name, and your email address. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Easy right? Now click the button below to get started.
Sector Updates/Insights
Spotify For Podcasters partnered with Riverside and added a new integration
In case you missed it, Spotify announced an expanded partnership with video and podcast recording platform Riverside and is sunsetting some of its legacy podcasting tools. The company is shutting down its web- and mobile-native creation tools, including its βMusic + Talkβ tool, which is an experimental feature that allows podcasters to include fully licensed music tracks in their podcast episodes on Spotify.
Click the link below to get the full gist!
Nominate Your Favourite Podcast For International Womenβs Day
Podcast Sessions has announced a special call to all dynamic female podcasters! They are dedicating their very first βAll-Womenβsβ issue to you β the voices that inspire, challenge, and entertain us every day.
They are looking for 20 phenomenal female podcasters and/or podcasts to feature in their βWhat Weβre Listening Toβ list. Whether youβre a seasoned podcaster or just starting, they want to hear from you.
Opportunities Station
Call for Voice Actors!
Griot Studios is on the lookout for vibrant and talented voices to bring life to our upcoming animation project! No prior experience is necessary, and we warmly welcome voices of all ages, including children.
Roles Available:
The project boasts a diverse array of characters, each possessing a unique personality. Don't hesitate to experiment and have fun with different voices. Whether you're a seasoned voice actor or just discovering your passion for voice acting, we want to hear from you!
How to Audition:
Β· Record a short voice clip of you voicing any character of your choice (existing or made up) - do a maximum of 2 different moods or versions per character showcasing your talent. Must be dialogue, not just sounds or singing: 15 seconds minimum, 1 minute maximum.
Β· Share your voice recordings with us by emailing them here Feel free to let your creativity shine!
Submission Deadline: March 6th, 2024.
π Call for Speakers!
Empowered Podcasting, the first-ever collaboration event for creators, is calling all passionate podcasters and industry leaders to share their voices, stories, and expertise at their conference in Charlotte, North Carolina, from June 27-30.
If you have insights within the podcasting and content creation space and burning information that podcasters NEED to learn, They would love to hear from you!
Deadline: Friday, March 22.
Click here to learn more
π Calling For Applications
The Media Development Investment FundΒ is calling for applications to Amplify South Africa, a mentoring, capacity strengthening, and grant funding program to support independent media outlets to become more sustainable by helping them build their revenues, audiences, and innovation.
Deadline: Applications are open until midnight (SAST) on March 16, 2024Β
Click here to Apply
π British Podcast Awards is Open For Entries!
Now in its 8th year, the British Podcast Awards champions the people both in front of and behind the microphone. Whether you are part of a major studio or a solo podcaster there is a category for you, including the brand new 'Best Host(s)' category. Other categories include Entertainment, Wellbeing, New Podcast and the publicly voted Listeners' Choice!
Click here to learn more
Upcoming Events
Open Mic Night for Spoken Word Poets!
Rafinki and Baraza Media Lab welcome you to the firstΒ edition of Rafinki Open Mic this year. They will be featuring the amazing Bint Aisha as she shares some soul-stirring poetry that guarantees to impress. This coming open mic is based on the theme of confronting femicide asΒ the aim is to drive the conversation toward this topic. However, poets and poetryΒ enthusiastsΒ of every stripe and backgroundΒ are welcome to share whatever they have prepared on their stage.
Date: Friday 1st of March, 2024
β° Time: 5-7 pm (EAT)
Entry is free but you need to click the button below to register.
Free Webinar With Wokpa! π
Are you a Content Creator, OAP, or a Podcaster looking to make a positive impact with your platform?
Join Wokpa for an exclusive masterclass webinar on "The Role of Podcasting in Driving Change: A Masterclass in Content Creation and Revenue Generation."
In this session, you'll gain insights into:
The transformative power of podcasts in driving change
Strategies for crafting compelling content
Maximizing revenue potential through podcasting
Leveraging tools like Wokpa for success
Date: Thursday 29th of Feb, 2024
β° Time: 6 pm WAT
New Issue Alert: Respond With Leslie Kasumba ππ₯³
Leslie Kasumba stands out as a fervent champion of Africa's creative sector. She is the host of βAfrican Whisperer and also the founder of She Speaks Africa.Β
Driven by a belief in the continent's culture and creativity as its most significant export. Her work is rooted in showcasing Africa's authentic narrative through the lens of its people, fostering unity and hope across the continent.
Download Respond to learn more about Leslie and her inspiring journey.
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