Activation Manager

Nunn Media; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nunn Academy

Independent culture

Award-winning team

Career growth

Kaspar platform

Wellbeing & hybrid work

Social events & culture

Job summary

Nunn Media invites an experienced Activation Manager to lead paid search, paid social and programmatic campaigns for key clients. You’ll mentor a growing team, collaborate with cross-functional media colleagues and drive data-led, ROI-focused recommendations that align with client objectives and growth targets.

Based in Melbourne, this hybrid role offers a fast-paced, innovative environment with access to Kaspar and a strong wellbeing program.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of digital media landscape, both direct & biddable.
• Experience managing paid search campaigns.
• Ability to mentor and grow a team.
• Collaborates effectively with cross-disciplinary media teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation of biddable media for a major client.
• Support planning of digital campaigns for multiple clients.
• Develop data-led ROI focused recommendations.
• Plan, negotiate and book campaign activity with media partners.
• Handle tracking pixels and technical implementation.
• Provide campaign reporting insights and trends across channels.
• Manage quality control from setup to post-campaign analysis.
• Share trends and opportunities with the wider team.
• Coach and develop team members through feedback and training.

Skills

Paid search campaigns

Programmatic media

Digital analytics

Team mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Google Analytics

Looker Studio

Programmatic DSPs

Meta

TikTok

Job description

At Nunn Media, independence isn’t just a label, it’s our advantage. As Australia’s largest independent media agency and growing, we combine agility, innovation and a deep commitment to our clients and people. Join us and you’ll work alongside some of the country’s best brands - Aussie Broadband, JB Hi-Fi, Webjet, Bendigo Bank, Bakers Delight, and Spotlight Retail Group - delivering real impact in a culture where your ideas and growth come first.

About the Role

As an Activation Manager at Nunn Media, you will lead the planning, execution, and optimisation of paid search, paid social and programmatic activity, while ensuring strong integration with other channels to deliver effective, collaborative strategies. You will play a key role in client engagement, while also mentoring and managing direct reports, including an Activation Executive and a Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee seamless and accurate implementation of biddable media (search, social and programmatic) for a major client
• Support the Digital Director and wider cross-functional team in planning digital campaigns for a handful of clients
• Develop and present data-led, ROI-focused recommendations aligned with client objectives and growth targets.
• Work with media partners to plan, negotiate and book campaign activity
• Technical implementation including tracking and site pixels
• Contribute regular campaign reporting insights and trends across channels
• Oversee quality control and performance tracking from campaign set-up through to post-campaign analysis and reporting.
• Share trends, learnings and new opportunities with the wider team, helping to identify application to clients
• Support team development through coaching, training and regular, constructive feedback, along with exposure to ongoing learning initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of digital media landscape, both direct & biddable
• Good communication and presentations skills
• Experience managing paid search campaigns
• Strong understanding of platforms including programmatic DSPs, Meta and TikTok
• Experience using reporting and analytics tools including Google Analytics and Looker Studio
• Ability to self-manage priorities across multiple clients
• Analytical mindset and natural curiosity
• Adept at collaborating with cross-disciplinary media teams
• Proven experience in mentoring, managing, and growing capability in a team environment.

Why Nunn Media?

• Nunn Academy: Unlock your full potential with exclusive access to 40+ expert-led lectures, interactive workbooks, and real-world exams covering every facet of the modern media landscape. Gain the skills, certifications, and confidence to become a true leader in media.
• Independent & Future-Focused: Make a real impact in an agency where local decision-making, fast-moving innovation, and a people-first culture empower you to shape the future of media.
• Award-Winning Excellence: Join a team shortlisted for Mumbrella Agency of the Year, and highly commended for AdNews Agency of the Year.
• Career Growth & Learning: Accelerate your career with clear pathways for advancement, mentorship, and leadership development - supported by our comprehensive Personalised Development Program and the industry-leading Nunn Academy.
• Innovative Data & Technology: Leverage our AI-powered media intelligence platform (Kaspar), to plan, activate, and optimise campaigns with unmatched speed, precision, and strategic clarity.
• Wellbeing & Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid work model (3 days in office), free gym membership, generous parental leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and robust mental health support—including Mental Health First Aid practitioners.
• Inclusive & Social Culture: Thrive in a vibrant, collaborative environment with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, plus regular social events through Funn Media.

Our commitment to you

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Nunn Media is a place where you’re supported to thrive professionally and personally.

We’re also unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role and may not be able to accept some visa types.

Ready to make an impact?

Join us as we shape the future of media in Australia and beyond.