Ziyanda Ngcaba joined Rapid Blue in 2020 as executive producer and business director, stepping up as managing director in April 2021.
With over 20 years of experience in the television industry, Ngcaba's previous roles at eMedia Investments and SABC has seen her take the lead in driving award-winning television shows in the scripted space, including:
- Rhythm City
- Scandal, and
- Imbewu.
With his stellar track record in television, Irvine says that he is looking forward to using his expertise in a new venture — providing services to brands, broadcasters and production companies alike in the areas of content development, packaging and funding solutions.
"I am hugely honoured to take the helm and steer this ship," says Ngcaba. "I look forward to carrying ahead Irvine's values, creative ambition and passion for quality entertainment."
"With the company producing a series of brilliant shows, we are eager to continue to grow Rapid Blue productions and I am confident in the future. We have a strong creative team (with a combined experience of over 100 years in the industry) who are vital in the future success of the company. We will continue to create brilliant projects that I can't wait for audiences in South Africa and around the world to see," adds Ngcaba.
Irvine says, "I am thrilled that Ngcaba will be heading up Rapid Blue. With her wealth of expertise in the business of television, drive and creativity, I know we will see the company thrive."
"After almost 30 years leading Rapid Blue, I'm immensely proud of the team that we have built and I have no doubt that the future will be bright. I am grateful to be able to continue to offer my support in new ways by developing fresh content solutions through alternative funding models," adds Irvine.
"Ziyanda has stepped into the managing director role seamlessly over the last year; I am confident that our vision will be carried forward under her leadership with the support of the best team in the industry," Irvine concludes.
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