About Us

Beyond print. Beyond news.

Tiso Blackstar Group is a global company with its roots in Africa, operating market-leading media, broadcast and retail marketing properties. The group has strong exposure to the rapidly growing digital, broadcast and mobile markets, with a leading position in South Africa and a broad footprint across Kenya, Ghana and Nigeria.

The company is South Africa’s largest national English publishing group, the second largest digital publisher, owns the largest music and independent film catalogues on the African continent and operates unique TV channels. The Hirt & Carter group is the biggest marketing solutions company for the retail sector in Africa. We are also the proud custodians of iconic brands that include the Sunday Times, Sowetan, Financial Mail, The Herald, Gallo Music and Uniprint.

The Tiso Blackstar Group business model is underpinned by a unique network of assets, dedication to excellence and a strong entrepreneurial focus. We are committed to providing quality content and services to our varied audiences and customers and value to our investors

Our Companies & Brands: Media

We reach millions of people every day through a wide range of print, digital and mobile products, across a variety of brands. We are the largest national English publishing group in South Africa and the country’s second-largest digital publisher. Our newspaper brands are part of South Africa’s heritage, with the Sunday Times, Daily Dispatch and The Herald titles all being over a hundred years old. Our media brands set the national agenda. They inform, inspire, delight and give a voice to the nation.

http://www.tisoblackstar.com/tbg/companies-and-brands/media/

Our Companies & Brands: Broadcast and Content

Our portfolio of radio and TV channels serve communities from all walks of life, providing the very best audience experience to all our viewers and listeners. Our film and music businesses represent the best in local and international talent and entertainment.

http://www.tisoblackstar.com/tbg/companies-and-brands/broadcast-and-content/

Our Companies & Brands: Hirt & Carter Group

Along with the leading retail solutions provider, Hirt & Carter, Tiso Blackstar Group also owns Uniprint, Silo and Paton Tupper. All these companies provide market leadership in retail marketing, bespoke design, cutting edge technology and industry innovation. Collaboration between these companies provides clients with opportunities for creative and technical innovation.

http://www.tisoblackstar.com/tbg/companies-and-brands/marketing-retail-solutions/

Our Companies & Brands: Non-core Group Companies

The group also has business interests outside our main portfolio of brands. These businesses are operated and managed with the same enthusiasm and commitment to delivering the best possible product.

http://www.tisoblackstar.com/tbg/companies-and-brands/non-core-group-companies/

Our Hiring Process

1. Interested Applicants
2. Resume Review
3. Phone Interview (15-30 min phone discussion)
4. 1st In-Person interview (1 hour initial onsite interview)
5. 2nd In-Person interview ( 1 hour initial onsite interview)
6. Reference check
7. Offer Letter submitted to selected candidate
8. Hire