Overview
Media Works is a historic brand within the Optimi Group that supports College SA’s distance-learning programs with a background in adult occupational education and workplace training. Its influence comes from legacy divisions like Optimi College, Optimi Workplace, and brands such as Media Works, IT Academy, Tuta-Me, and Matric Works, now part of College SA. The product delivers distance-learning courses for adults and organizations, combining flexible study options with practical, workplace-focused content. The goal is to provide accessible, job-relevant education and skills development through a cohesive, flexible program that leverages decades of experience.
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About Media Works
Industries
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Sandton, South Africa
Founded
1996
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- SEG completed its NZ$130 million acquisition on 2026-10-01, signaling strategic confidence.
- MediaWorks posted a turnaround NZ$3.8 million profit in April 2026, its best in years.
- SEG forecasts NZ$5 million annual synergies, with digital audio integration across rova and SEN.
What critics are saying
- SEG’s A$35 million placement and new debt load raise integration and financing pressure.
- Advertising revenue depends on New Zealand brands; a 2027 downturn hits MediaWorks quickly.
- Spotify, YouTube, and RNZ erode younger listening, weakening stations like The Edge and Mai FM.
What makes Media Works unique
- MediaWorks owns New Zealand’s largest radio audience, reaching 2.51 million weekly listeners.
- Its rova platform bundles live radio, podcasts, and on-demand audio in one product.
- SEG kept Wendy Palmer after the 2026 acquisition, preserving local operator continuity.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Professional Development Budget
Remote Work Options
Hybrid Work Options
Flexible Work Hours
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About Media Works
Industries
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Sandton, South Africa
Founded
1996
Media Works is Hiring for 8 Jobs on Simplify!
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