Media Implementation Manager - Digital

OMD; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

OMD in Melbourne is seeking a Media Implementation Manager to drive end-to-end campaign execution, optimization and client outcomes. You will work with internal teams, media partners and client stakeholders to ensure flawless delivery and strong commercial results.

The role focuses on briefing, activation, budgeting and performance analysis across Search, Social and Programmatic channels, with a collaborative, detail-oriented approach and a passion for media technology.

Qualifications

• Experience in media implementation or performance marketing within an agency.
• Strong knowledge of digital channels including Search, Social and Programmatic.
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to translate data into insights.
• Experience managing budgets, reporting and optimization strategies.
• Outstanding stakeholder management and communication.
• Detail-oriented with commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Collaborative mindset with willingness to mentor others.
• Passion for media, technology and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead campaign briefing, booking and buying activities across multiple media channels.
• Manage campaign setup, activation, optimisation and pacing to ensure campaigns deliver against objectives.
• Monitor campaign performance and provide strategic recommendations, insights and actionable optimisation plans.
• Manage budgets, bids and media investment to maximise efficiency and ROI.
• Identify and implement testing opportunities, beta products and innovation initiatives across client campaigns.
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends to identify performance opportunities.
• Deliver detailed daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly reports with clear commentary and recommendations.
• Partner closely with client teams, investment teams and agency stakeholders.
• Communicate campaign progress, implementation updates and performance outcomes confidently and clearly.

Skills

Media implementation

Campaign activation

Performance marketing

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Reporting

Communication

Collaboration

Continuous learning

Tools

Programmatic platforms

Analytics platforms

Job description

We are looking for a Media Implementation Manager to join our high-performing team. This role is ideal for a media professional with digital activation experience who thrives on campaign execution, optimisation and stakeholder management.

About the Role

As a Media Implementation Manager, you will play a critical role in the delivery of integrated media campaigns, ensuring flawless execution, ongoing optimisation and strong commercial outcomes for clients. Working closely with internal teams, media partners and client stakeholders, you'll be responsible for driving campaign performance while maintaining operational excellence across implementation, reporting and financial management.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead campaign briefing, booking and buying activities across multiple media channels.
• Manage campaign setup, activation, optimisation and pacing to ensure campaigns deliver against objectives.
• Monitor campaign performance and provide strategic recommendations, insights and actionable optimisation plans.
• Manage budgets, bids and media investment to maximise efficiency and ROI.
• Identify and implement testing opportunities, beta products and innovation initiatives across client campaigns.
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends to identify performance opportunities.
• Deliver detailed daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly reports with clear commentary and recommendations.
• Partner closely with client teams, investment teams and agency stakeholders.
• Communicate campaign progress, implementation updates and performance outcomes confidently and clearly.

About You

You are a proactive and detail-oriented media professional who enjoys solving problems, improving performance and delivering exceptional client outcomes.

You'll bring:

• Experience in media implementation, campaign activation or performance marketing within an agency environment.
• Knowledge of digital media channels including Search, Social and Programmatic.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Experience managing campaign budgets, reporting and optimisation strategies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to support and mentor others.
• Passion for media, technology and continuous learning.

Why Join OMD?

• Work with iconic local and global brands.
• Access world-class training, technology and development opportunities.
• Be part of a market-leading agency within Omnicom Media Group.
• Collaborate with talented teams across strategy, planning, investment and activation.
• Enjoy clear progression pathways and ongoing career development.
• Join a culture built on curiosity, collaboration and innovation.

Our results are testament to this approach:

• Campaign Australian Media Agency of the Year 2023 & 2024
• Great Place to Work certified 17 consecutive years (2009-2025)
• Cairns Crocodiles Grand Prix 2025
• MFA Awards Grand Prix 2024
• AWARD Awards Media Agency of the Year 2024
• UnLtd Good Company 2024

OMD, together with our Omnicom Media Group network is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.