Digital Director

Carat Australia; South Australia; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Volunteer leave

5 weeks annual leave after 2 years

Access to Dentsu University

5 weeks annual leave

Job summary

A leading global media agency is seeking a Digital Director to lead integrated digital campaigns and enhance team growth. The role requires proven expertise in performance strategy and a track record in managing large-scale campaigns. With flexible working policies, the agency offers an inclusive culture and significant career development opportunities. This full-time, permanent position is based in Adelaide, South Australia, where you will contribute to a top-rated workplace atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in performance strategy and paid media channels.
• Success in running large-scale digital campaigns with measurable outcomes.
• Skilled in forecasting and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities with team mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of integrated digital campaigns.
• Implement a culture of optimisation using data insights.
• Mentor team members and promote positive culture.
• Mentor and develop team members to support growth and a positive agency culture.

Skills

Performance strategy expertise

Digital campaign management

Forecasting and financial tracking

Exceptional communication skills

Strategic communication

Job description

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Carat is the world’s first media agency and privileged to partner with some of the most storied and innovative brands globally. Recently named a leader amongst global media agencies by Forrester and consistently ranked the number‑one media agency worldwide, Carat brings the scale and expertise of 12,000 specialists across 100+ markets. Our Adelaide team delivers this capability locally, unlocking real human understanding and connecting people and brands through impactful, data‑driven media experiences. Recently recognised as Adelaide’s happiest media agency and most preferred by the media industry, we’re looking for someone who can contribute and enhance our market‑leading culture.

Core responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end delivery of large‑scale, integrated digital campaigns across paid media channels, ensuring quality and measurable outcomes.
• Implement a culture of continuous optimisation, leveraging data insights and performance tools to enhance campaign effectiveness.
• Deliver accurate client forecasts, monitor campaign financial performance, and identify opportunities for incremental revenue growth.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering growth through feedback, delegation, and succession planning while promoting a positive agency culture.

A bit about you

• Proven expertise in performance strategy, with a deep understanding of paid media performance channels and the broader digital ecosystem.
• Demonstrated success in running large‑scale integrated digital campaigns that deliver measurable business outcomes, while fostering a test‑and‑learn culture to optimise performance.
• Skilled in forecasting, financial tracking, and identifying opportunities for growth, with robust problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities.
• Exceptional communication skills. Confident in presenting strategies and influencing internal and external teams. Mentored teams to drive growth and create a brilliant workplace culture.

What’s in it for you

• Real flexibility to work when and where you feel most productive with our ‘Be the Best You’ policy, which includes a $250 contribution to your home office set up.
• The opportunity to give back with dedicated volunteer leave and our whole‑company event, One Day for Change.
• 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years of service and 3 whole‑company Wellness days off per year to reset and recharge.
• Career Development and Learning & Development opportunities, including access to our global online Dentsu University.

Be a champion for meaningful progress

Our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their whole selves to work and be proud of doing so. For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners and communities. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures. If you want to belong to a global network where opportunities are limitless, we look forward to welcoming you.

Job Details

• Location: Adelaide
• Brand: Carat
• Time Type: Full time
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Advertising, Strategy/Planning, and Marketing
• Industries: Advertising Services, Broadcast Media Production and Distribution, and Technology, Information and Media