Phila Goduka, a young, local entrepreneur from Nelson Mandela Bay, is making waves with his digital solutions company, OG Phizow TV Content Convention.
Specialising in videography, photography, and graphic design, Goduka\u2019s company has finally become part of the renowned Mandela Bay Arts Festival after three years of applications.
Goduka strategically registered his company under the performance act category rather than a workshop to attract a larger audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This decision proved successful, as many attendees gained valuable insights and skills.
\u201cBeing unemployed and sitting at home with all those skills you learned in school can be quite overwhelming,\u201d Goduka shared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\u201cSo, I decided to start my company five years ago, and I can safely say we\u2019re headed in the right direction.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
His passion for teaching and skills development emerged from various experiences on TV sets and productions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\u201cI noticed a hunger for learning in many new graduates and students, and I really wanted to do my part,\u201d Goduka explained.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
He emphasised the importance of creating a safe and comfortable learning environment for women in the arts, particularly in behind-the-scenes roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\u201cI wanted to create a safe space for women to learn, develop, and establish themselves in this industry.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
The Mandela Bay Arts Festival, an initiative by the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Municipality, offers a platform for local artists to gain exposure and build connections.
Goduka praised the festival for its potential impact but expressed concerns about the continuity for artists after the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\u201cI really wish it happened twice a year to accommodate more local talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cBut a worry I have is what happens after the 10 days of the festival?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cSome artists we never hear of again, which is something that needs attention.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Goduka found the festival personally rewarding, ticking it off his bucket list and building valuable connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLooking forward, he plans to explore more parts of the Eastern Cape, particularly rural areas, to discover and showcase hidden talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\u201cWe have some of the most amazing talent in the most remote parts of this province, and I feel my duty is to find that talent and put a limelight on it.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
His advice to young artists is clear: \u201cUse what you have, start where you are, network, and get your name out there.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Mandela Bay Arts Festival is a vibrant multidisciplinary event showcasing performance, poetry, theatre, comedy, dance, music, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It spans a 10-day period with a series of smaller events across the metropolitan area, aiming to enhance opportunities for professionals in the creative industries and attract local and international guests.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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