Brian Hayward
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Afrikaans Professional working proficiency
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English Full professional proficiency
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Nik Galic
Brian and his team at Good News Lab has been a solid partner for a variety of needs as my business has evolved. From marketing strategy to social media management. Not only did my online footprint have a professional feel, but Brian managed to capture our company culture online. Brian’s attentive, hands-on approach has made a real difference. Brian is a brilliant copywriter/review marketer whereby his biggest skill is turning your worst customer into your greatest friend.
Nico Basson
Brian and his team at GNL were a huge help when it came to putting pen to paper. A team of skilled individuals helped us with PR, copywriting, digital strategy and content development. Worked together to build the #cerebos brand on social channels. Proof of its success only requires a quick search of the aforementioned hashtag.
Nik Galic
Brian and his team at Good News Lab has been a solid partner for a variety of needs as my business has evolved. From marketing strategy to social media management. Not only did my online footprint have a professional feel, but Brian managed to capture our company culture online. Brian’s attentive, hands-on approach has made a real difference. Brian is a brilliant copywriter/review marketer whereby his biggest skill is turning your worst customer into your greatest friend.
Nico Basson
Brian and his team at GNL were a huge help when it came to putting pen to paper. A team of skilled individuals helped us with PR, copywriting, digital strategy and content development. Worked together to build the #cerebos brand on social channels. Proof of its success only requires a quick search of the aforementioned hashtag.
Nik Galic
Brian and his team at Good News Lab has been a solid partner for a variety of needs as my business has evolved. From marketing strategy to social media management. Not only did my online footprint have a professional feel, but Brian managed to capture our company culture online. Brian’s attentive, hands-on approach has made a real difference. Brian is a brilliant copywriter/review marketer whereby his biggest skill is turning your worst customer into your greatest friend.
Nico Basson
Brian and his team at GNL were a huge help when it came to putting pen to paper. A team of skilled individuals helped us with PR, copywriting, digital strategy and content development. Worked together to build the #cerebos brand on social channels. Proof of its success only requires a quick search of the aforementioned hashtag.
Nik Galic
Brian and his team at Good News Lab has been a solid partner for a variety of needs as my business has evolved. From marketing strategy to social media management. Not only did my online footprint have a professional feel, but Brian managed to capture our company culture online. Brian’s attentive, hands-on approach has made a real difference. Brian is a brilliant copywriter/review marketer whereby his biggest skill is turning your worst customer into your greatest friend.
Nico Basson
Brian and his team at GNL were a huge help when it came to putting pen to paper. A team of skilled individuals helped us with PR, copywriting, digital strategy and content development. Worked together to build the #cerebos brand on social channels. Proof of its success only requires a quick search of the aforementioned hashtag.
Experience
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Good News Lab
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South Africa
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Marketing Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Managing Director
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Jan 2016 - Present
Good News Lab is a digital brand agency which specialises in marketing that moves people, by creating emotional bonds between brands and their audiences. Good News Lab is a digital brand agency which specialises in marketing that moves people, by creating emotional bonds between brands and their audiences.
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Owner
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Aug 2012 - Dec 2015
With a proven track record in the media industry, Brian Anthony Communications offers companies a range of uniquely tailored strategies aimed at enhancing their image, relaying information to clients and customers more effectively, and training up employees to become media savvy brand ambassadors. With several nationally recognised media industry awards to our name, we understand that communication is key – and that what matters most is your brand’s reputation. Forget the one-size-fits-all approach. We take time to get to know what makes you tick, so that our media and communications interventions not only work, but are roaring successes. We understand how traditional media is a rapidly changing landscape, as more and more customers rely on social media for their number one source of trusted information. That’s why not only do we implement forward-looking, well-researched strategies for each of our clients, we also offer strategic in-house training for companies, turning employees into savvy brand ambassadors. Damage control, identifying success stories and social media etiquette are also topics explored in our one-of-a-kind workshops. Unlike our larger peers in the industry, we take extra time to ensure that the people we work with receive our full attention. With you as our client, we only look good if you look good. That’s why making a success out of our working relationship is not a choice – it’s a necessity. Brian Anthony Communications – it’s all about you. Show less
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Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
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South Africa
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Politics lecturer for NDip Journalism course, first and second year students
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Feb 2012 - Dec 2012
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News editor and investigations journalist
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Jan 2010 - Jul 2012
As relief news editor, my job was to oversee reporters in the news room and guide them in putting together their respective stories. I then had to check the veracity of their articles – checking sources and copy for possible litigious come-back, and re-writing their copy into a more understandable and relatable manner for readers to comprehend. I was also tasked with sourcing and collating major breaking news stories, and investigative pieces. All of this was then presented by me to the newspaper’s editorial team daily, for the next day’s edition. Show less
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Chief reporter
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Jan 2008 - Dec 2010
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Journalist
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Jan 2006 - Dec 2009
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Education
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Rhodes University
Bachelor of Social Science, Journalism -
Alexander Road High School
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Grey High School