South African Creator Industry Podcast - AMPD Studios Podcast

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AMPD Studios brings you a powerful deep dive in to what it takes to make a career in the music industry with masterclasses from some of the biggest names in the industry. This season we bring you a special edition of the podcast !

  1. 05/06/2025

    How To Approach a Brand - Nicolette Mashile

    In this Masterclass, Nicolette Mashile breaks down how to approach brands the right way. Learn what it means to be brand-ready and investor-ready — from curating your content and online presence, to making sure your story aligns with what brands are looking for. If you're serious about brand partnerships, this is your blueprint. Masterclass brought to you by MTN 00:00 Beginning of Video 00:56 What Brands do you want to work with. 02:31 You have to be inverstor ready 03:27 Your Asset when working with a brand 04:28 Digital Footprints 05:51 Are you ready for your Goals 06:20 Be selective with who you work with 06:56 AMPDxMTN Promo 07:22 Understand Brand processes 08:18 Do not waste peoples time 10:52 Know what you are looking for 11:41 There are various ways to make money 12:29 How to tap into the Brand Network

    14 min

  2. 04/22/2025

    Building Your Business - Nicolette Mashile

    In this powerful Masterclass, Nicolette Mashile — also known as The Financial Bunny — breaks down the real meaning of financial literacy for creatives. She dives into: 💡 How to create value and be valuable 💰 How content creators can identify their true assets 🚫 Why chasing fame can distract you from making real money Whether you're just starting out or already building a brand, this Masterclass is a must-watch if you're serious about turning your skills into income. Masterclass brought to you by MTN. 00:00. Beginning of video 00:56 Intro 02:43 Do you want to be famous or run a business 03:09 Money is easy 04:20 What value do you bring 05:47 People need to know who you are 07:23 AMPDxMTN Promo 08:39 Community in your business 11:01 Problems and Solutions
14:58 The asset must lead, not money 16:59 Creating your value 22:01 Daily Theta 23:18 Nothing is linear Thank you for watching, please subscribe and like this video to help build our community. Website: https://ampdstudios.co.za/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ampdstudiosza/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AMPDStudiosOfficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/ampdstudiosza TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ampdstudios Bookings a Studio: https://ampdstudios.co.za/ Contact / WhatsApp: 081 707 6636 #AMPDStudios #AMPDxMTNMasterclass #FinancialBunny #FinancialLiteracy #ContentCreators #MakeMoneyOnline #ContentThatMatters

    26 min

  3. 04/08/2025

    Top Tips For Starting Your Own Event - Neo, Thube & Basmnt

    Building a Brand, Facing Failure & Growing Your Career | Masterclass for Creatives Whether you're building your brand, running events, or navigating your creative career — this episode is your guide to turning failure into fuel. Learn how real creatives push through the tough moments to achieve something great. #CreativeCareer #EntrepreneurTips #BrandBuilding #EventPlanning #AMPDStudios #FailureToSuccess #AfricanCreatives #YouTubeMasterclass In this episode, our guests Neo, Thube & Basmnt, answer burning questions from the audience about: The pain points of marketing Why some events fail and what you can learn from them Their background stories and how they broke into the creative industry The power of like-minded collaborators And why you need to believe in your work to the point of delusion If you’ve ever failed, this one’s for you — go watch the full convo tomorrow at 13:00 on youtube Timestamps 00:00 Beginning of video 00:41 How to find the balance between the party & work 02:03 Why you need to be seen 03:42 Do your own events 05:09 Marketing Pain points for an event 07:27 Make sure you do the research 09:58 AMPD x MTN promo 11:13 Their backgrounds in events 12:49 There ae lessons in failing 13:31 Find like minded. people to work with 16:36 Believe in what you do 17:49 Gain knowledge from the spaces you wantto enter Masterclass brought to you by MTN

    19 min

  4. 04/01/2025

    How To Throw A Successful Music Event In SA - Thube Nkutha, Basmnt, Neo Mosito

    Master Events: Plan, Promote, Pack and Profit from Events Learn from the masterminds behind Soundset Sunday—Thube Nkutha & Neo Mosito—and Any Given Sundays—Basmnt—as they break down what it takes to build a successful and sustainable event. From finding the perfect venue to building a loyal audience, thinking like a promoter, and creating unforgettable experiences—this AMPD Masterclass is your ultimate guide to making your event a must-attend! Don’t miss out! Watch now and level up your event-planning game. Subscribe for more insider industry tips! Masterclass brought to you by MTN 00:00 Beginning of Video 00:57 The Journey of their inception 02:28 Self Promoting DJ’s to Event Promoting business. 03:41 Building a Team 04:34 Building your market 05:09 Thinking like an Event Promoter 05:45 How to grow a loyal audience - 07:33 Thobi Cut 07:33 How to build trust in your business 09:34 AMPDXMTN Promo 10:51 Best deals and challenges for Event Promoters 12:30 Ideal Venues and Bar Splits 14:10 Working with the Venues 15:39 Find people to do what you can’t 16:54 Keep Oyour Overheads as low as you can 18:24 Partnerships they have worked with 19:57 What attracts Brands 20:25. ROI’s 23:42 Following Event Trends 25:54 Partying on a Sunday 26:16 Your Content needs to be engaging 28:14 Unconventional ideas for DJ’s #EventPlanning #MTN #MusicEvents #SoundsetSunday #AnyGivenSundays #LiveMusic #AMPDMasterclass #ConcertPromotion #EventMarketing #SouthAfricanMusic #CreativeEntrepreneurs

    29 min

  5. 03/21/2025

    Grace & Ayabulela - The Best Way To Start A Podcast On A Tight Budget

    Learn from industry professionals Grace Nasasira Director of Photography, and Ayabulela Phakade, Sound Engineer, as they share the right strategies to set you apart! In this episode, you'll discover how to start with minimal equipment, network effectively, educate yourself, and invest in your craft. Get expert tips to grow, monetize, and make an impact in the podcasting industry. 00:00 Beginning of Video 00:38 Beginning of Video 01:30 Similarities between Podcasts and Film industry 02:11 What depth is in set design 02:27 Start your podcast with your phone 03:07 Your living room and AMPD can be resources 03:33 Visuals and Audio have an energy 03:53 MacG early projects 04:18 The importance of networking 04:47 Approach the people you want to work with 05:38 Learn the skill of talking 05:54 Approaching with a Proposal/Solution 06:21 Working for free 07:00 Invest in the work you believe in * 07:26 Work for building your reel 08:23 Spec Ads 09:07 AMPD x MTN Promo 10:22 Don’t shy away from grunt work 10:59 Barriers and Social Capital* 12:38 Networking with Social Media 13:56 Free Education on the Internet 14:59 School gives you Networks 15:28 Q&A 15:29 Improving Sound Quality 17:11 How to do the most with one Camera 18:53 Do not overlook lighting 🔥 Watch now and take your first step! 🎥 Masterclass brought to you by MTN #HowToStartAPodcast #PodcastingTips #StandOut #PodcastGrowth #AMPDMasterclass #ContentCreation Thank you for watching, please subscribe and like this video to help build our community. Website: https://ampdstudios.co.za/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ampdstudiosza/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AMPDStudiosOfficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/ampdstudiosza TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ampdstudios Bookings a Studio: https://ampdstudios.co.za/ Contact / WhatsApp: 081 707 6636 #AMPDStudios #mtn

    19 min

  6. 03/14/2025

    Miles Khubeka - Turn Your Big Dreams Into Big Business

    From Ad to Empire! | Miles Kubheka's AMPD Masterclass Want to turn your idea into a thriving business? In this AMPD Masterclass, entrepreneur Miles Kubheka shares how he transformed a TV ad into a booming food empire. Discover the key strategies that helped him build Vuyo’s and learn how bold decisions, resilience, and smart moves can drive entrepreneurial success. Watch now for the ultimate blueprint to turning your dreams into reality! Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 00:30 – MTN Pulse Hustle Promo 01:50 – Masterclass Begins 02:03 – Vuyo’s Big Dream 03:58 – Miles’ Beginnings 05:01 – What Miles Learned from Microsoft 06:50 – Cracking Eggs: Getting Comfortable with Risk 07:29 – Don’t Romanticize Problems 08:59 – Expanding the Product 09:20 – Innovation in the Boerewors Roll 12:00 – The Importance of Consistency 12:47 – Never Undersell Yourself 13:01 – Navigating the Risk of Failure 13:31 – YHH Ad 14:33 – The Unknowns of Business 16:18 – What Leadership Really Means 17:29 – Struggles and Lack of Support 19:35 – Learning from Setbacks 19:57 – Identifying Gaps for Innovation 21:56 – Partnering with Retailers 23:07 – The Trick of Spotting Ideas in Plain Sight 23:42 – Ideas Are Worthless Without Execution 24:03 – Volkswagen’s Impact on Vuyo’s Wors 24:36 – Understanding Consumer Behavior 25:54 – Creating Hype and Energy for Your Brand 26:32 – Trademarking "Wakanda Forever" 28:44 – Dr. Tracy’s Influence Key Takeaways: Learn how to grow your business from scratch. Gain insights into risk-taking and execution. Understand the importance of innovation, consistency, and leadership. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on the latest entrepreneurial tips and insights! Follow AMPD Studios: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter TikTok For bookings or inquiries, visit AMPD Studios or contact via WhatsApp at 081 707 6636. #MilesKubheka #AMPDStudios #Entrepreneurship #FoodBusiness #StartUpSuccess #BusinessGrowth #Masterclass #Vuyos #Innovation #Leadership #BoereworsRoll #BrandBuilding #MTNPulse #WakandaForever #CreateYourEmpire

    30 min

  7. 03/07/2025

    Jon Savage Answers All Your Burning Podcast Questions

    Thinking of starting a podcast? Jon Savage answers the biggest questions aspiring podcasters have—so you don’t have to figure it out alone! Masterclass brought to you by MTN. 00:00 Beginning of video 00:34 Beginning of video 01:18 Simple processes to help your Podcast 02:53 How to get appointed with APN 04:10 Monetisation Pieces in Podcasting 05:45 About AMPD 05:55 Biggest pain point in Podcast 06:26 Why Podcasts fail 07:27 Podcasters are worth Billboards 08:00 Nigerias Film Industry Revolution 10:38 AMPDxMTN Promo 11:53 Editing Podcasts 13:53 Brand Fit 15:44 CPM Rate in Africa 16:55 Progomatic Space 17:42 How APN ads work 18:14 Podcast Research Tech 19:35 Podcast Charts 20:54 Celebrities aren’t as successful in Podcasting 23:54 Try different Formats for Podcasting #AMPD #MTN

    26 min

  8. 02/22/2025

    Top Insights Into The Rise Of Podcasting - Jon Savage

    Podcasting is shaking up the media industry, and Africa is leading the charge! 🚀 Join Jon Savage as he shares top insights into the rise of podcasting and how creativity and innovation can push us even further. Watch now and be part of the revolution! 🎙️🔥 #PodcastRevolution #jonsavage Masterclass brought to you by MTN. 00:00 Beginning of Audio 00:27 Intro 02:00 Podcasts similarities to Bitcoin 03:51 Podcasting, a threat to Mainstream Media 04:28 Africa is ahead of the game 06:24 Podcasts APN has worked with 07:07 Podcasts that do well 08:42 What should you be doing with your Podcasts? 09:40 Subscription models are’nt working 11:04 Show format 11:28 Josh Rueben’s Podcast 12:04 AMPD x MTN Masterclass Promo 13:19 Gate Keepers 15:01 Thinking outside the box for Podcasts 15:36 Advertising in Podcasts 16:20 Analytics in Advertising & Podcasts 18:10 Including Ads in your podcast 19:10 APN and their ADs strategy 20:21 Podcasting is the solution to Marketing 21:31 APN does not own the people’s Podcasts

    22 min
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AMPD Studios brings you a powerful deep dive in to what it takes to make a career in the music industry with masterclasses from some of the biggest names in the industry. This season we bring you a special edition of the podcast !

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    Africa Podcast Network
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    87
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