2. Sounds Of The Cities

 

I wanted to learn more though and being associated with journalists in certain African countries was becoming more dangerous, unfortunately we lost a few colleagues and a some were arrested, we had also started to see journalists being kidnapped and beheaded on TV channels and it was getting dangerous.

 

I decided it was time for something new, and I took a break from working to study a digital electronics diploma through Unisa. I didn't complete this as they sent me 2 sets of the last module of work and I just couldn't explain to them that I needed the 3rd module to complete the diploma.

 

Eventually I gave up trying to convince them after sending multiple email inquiries and spending hours on the phone, I found another job, this time in Nelspruit though where I could get my hands dirty with more toys. Sound equipment, lighting and stage equipment was next for me.

 

Audio Desk

 

I joined an AV company that did most of the events in the Mpumalanga area, whether it was concert setups for large events, smaller school or community based events, private parties, and even weddings, we did it all, and this included all the dry hire of décor, draping for massive marquees, table settings, photo booths, all the lighting and staging too.

 

I remember it being incredibly difficult work as we had to setup in the week, often at multiple venues for different events, and then come Friday-Sunday, we would have to be at those events to operate any Audio & Visual gear and ensure that all the décor and decorative elements were also in place. Then we would have to pack up everything, usually after the event which meant after midnight for most. It was insane and I remember working sometimes for weeks in a row, no breaks.

 

I respect those events people tremendously but again I wanted more. Continue the story in the next post.