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Kayro Visuals is expanding its team as it scales into the GCC and Egyptian markets.
Three roles are open: a part-time Sales Team Manager (4+ years’ B2B digital-agency sales experience, strong Saudi/GCC market knowledge), a full-time remote Motion Designer (2D character animation, colour grading, sound design), and a full-time remote Video Editor with generative-AI tool experience.
To apply, send a CV and portfolio to kyrovisualsofficial@gmail.com, with the job title in the subject line. No deadline has been stated.
Visit the link below for more information.
Rapid Blue is now accepting applications for its 2026 Internship Programme, a full-year, MICT-accredited skills development opportunity in Television Production, Content Development, IT & Studio/Post-Production Facilities, and Production Accounts.
Selected candidates will work on high-quality productions, learn from industry experts, and gain hands-on experience in a professional production environment.
Application Deadline: 31 July 2026
Eligibility: South African citizens with relevant tertiary education in film, television, media, or a related field. No formal work experience is required.
Visit the link below for more information.
If radio is where you want to build your career, IUM Radio is currently recruiting a presenter for its Late Night and Weekend Shows. The station is looking for someone with confidence behind the microphone and strong communication skills.
Deadline: 07 August, 2026
Visit the link below for more information.
If you’ve been thinking about becoming a podcaster or voice-over artist but aren’t sure where to begin, Find Your Voice & Be Heard offers a practical introduction.
The online masterclass covers equipment, studio setup, getting started, and developing consistency, making it ideal for beginners.
Date: 9th October 2026
Time: 07:00 PM WAT / 08:00 PM CAT)
Venue: Google Meet
Course Fee: ₦2,500 (NGN)
K 70 (ZMW)
$5 (USD)
Visit the link below for more details.
Just Cut It Ghana is hosting “Beyond the Cut”, a free masterclass as part of the 8th edition of the festival, facilitated by Jeed Xtreme and Naa Morton. Interested individuals can reserve a free ticket for the training.
Date: 28 July 2026
Time: 1:00 PM
Venue: Seminar Room, Alliance Française
Entry: Free (registration required)
Visit the link below for more information.
Poetry Africa Festival is inviting South African poets to enter the 30th Poetry Africa Slam Jam Competition under the theme “Every Word a Street, Every Voice a City.”
The competition is open to poets aged 18–35 currently residing in South Africa and offers a platform to showcase original work on one of Africa’s leading poetry stages. The winning poet will receive a R20,000 cash prize, along with the opportunity to represent both Poetry Africa and South Africa at the Continental Slam Poetry Competition, with a pathway to the World Slam Poetry Competition.
Deadline: 31 July 2026
Visit the link below for more details.
The Voice and Artistry Showcase (TVAAS 2.0) is calling on aspiring and professional voiceover artists to showcase their talent in the Voiceover Battle Audition.
The competition invites participants to bring their range, energy, and creativity across categories including Commercial and Narration.
Selected voices stand a chance to receive an award of excellence, free demo creation worth ₦150,000, a voiceover training scholarship worth ₦70,000, one-month collaboration and mentorship worth ₦250,000, and other prizes.
Submission Deadline: 30 August 2026
Visit the link below for more details.
If you’ve recently completed a short film, this could be an opportunity to get it in front of an audience. Night of Shorts 5.0 is accepting submissions from filmmakers looking to have their work screened as part of the festival programme.
Deadline: 31st August, 2026
Visit the link below for more information.
Eight years after the release of Talk About Poe, Ladipoe returns with Revival, an album that has reignited conversations about his place in Nigerian hip-hop.
In this episode of Cha Cha Album Review Series, Hafeestonova reviews the album, breaking down its standout tracks, songwriting, production, and whether Revival successfully re-establishes Ladipoe as one of Nigeria’s top rappers.
Visit the link below to listen now!
FAME Foundation is Hiring! | Job| Deadline: 30 July 2026. Click here
The Podcast Catalyst this Women's Month: List your Podcast. | Opportunity | Click here
Shorts, Shorts & Shots Opens Call for Short Animation Films | Competition | Deadline: 1 August 2026. Click here
VO Launchpad Voiceover Training | Webinar | 5 September – 10 October 2026. Apply here
Uncover Naija Opens Call for Visual and Photography Artists | Opportunity | Exhibition Date: 10–11 September 2026. Apply here
Pa Gya! Literary Festival Opens Call | Competition| Date: 16–18 October 2026. Click here
Voice Arts Awards 2027 is Now Open! | Competition. Click here
The Glenna Luschei Prize for African Poetry is Now Open! | Grant | Deadline: October 1st, 2026. Click here
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