Digital Manager

dentsu; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work policy including home‑办公

Volunteer leave

One Day for Change

5 weeks annual leave

Wellness days

Dentsu University access

Job summary

dentsu Aotearoa Auckland is seeking a Digital Manager to own digital media campaigns from planning through to optimisation and reporting, partnering closely with clients and internal specialists to deliver high-performing, integrated media solutions.

In this hands-on role you’ll lead channels, align activity with client objectives, manage budgets, and present insights to stakeholders. The position offers hybrid work in Auckland and opportunities to grow with a global agency network.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in digital media planning and campaign management.
• Strong knowledge of programmatic, display, online video, YouTube and paid social channels.
• Experience developing channel strategies and briefing specialist teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage campaigns end-to-end, including planning, implementation, optimisation, reporting and post-campaign analysis.
• Develop media recommendations and schedules that align with client objectives, budgets and timelines.
• Own day-to-day campaign delivery, ensuring activity runs smoothly across all channels.
• Lead client meetings, campaign reviews and regular status updates, acting as a trusted advisor throughout the campaign lifecycle.
• Coordinate with internal specialist teams and external media partners to deliver integrated media solutions.
• Analyse campaign performance data and translate findings into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Support broader communications planning by identifying how digital activity connects to the wider media ecosystem.

Skills

Digital media planning

Campaign management

Analytical skills

Client relationship management

Tools

Programmatic platforms

Display

YouTube

Paid Social

Job description

Job Description

dentsu is a network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in a sustainable economy. As a unified organisation, dentsu brings together deep expertise across media, creative and customer experience to deliver integrated solutions that drive meaningful progress for clients and society. dentsu Aotearoa’s radically collaborative team of diverse creators unifies people, clients, and capabilities through horizontal creativity to help clients create culture, change society, and invent the future. We are now excited to invite applications for the role of Digital Manager with our awesome team in Auckland.

Role

As Digital Manager, you'll take ownership of digital media campaigns from planning through to optimisation and reporting, partnering closely with clients and internal specialists to deliver high-performing, integrated media solutions. This is a hands-on role that requires strong digital planning expertise, commercial thinking, and the confidence to manage campaigns and client relationships day-to-day. You'll be responsible for leading digital-first campaigns across a range of channels, ensuring activity is strategically aligned, delivered on time and budget, and supported by meaningful insights that help clients make informed business decisions. Working alongside our specialist teams, you'll develop channel strategies, create clear briefs, and ensure campaign objectives are successfully brought to life.

Core responsibilities

• Manage campaigns end-to-end, including planning, implementation, optimisation, reporting and post-campaign analysis.
• Develop media recommendations and schedules that align with client objectives, budgets and timelines.
• Own day-to-day campaign delivery, ensuring activity runs smoothly across all channels.
• Lead client meetings, campaign reviews and regular status updates, acting as a trusted advisor throughout the campaign lifecycle.
• Coordinate with internal specialist teams and external media partners to deliver integrated media solutions.
• Analyse campaign performance data and translate findings into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Support broader communications planning by identifying how digital activity connects to the wider media ecosystem.

A bit about you

• Proven experience in digital media planning and campaign management within an agency or media environment.
• Strong knowledge of Programmatic, Display, Online Video, YouTube and Paid Social channels.
• Experience developing channel strategies and briefing specialist teams to execute campaigns effectively.
• Exposure to direct publisher bookings, integrated partnerships and digitally-led sponsorships would be highly regarded.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn performance data into meaningful business recommendations.
• Confidence presenting campaign results and leading client conversations.

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 for you to switch off and take your day, your way.
• Career Development and Learning & Development opportunities, including access to our global online dentsu University.
• Become 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. This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures.
• If you want to belong to a one global network where opportunities are limitless – we look forward to welcoming you.

Location

Auckland

Brand

Dentsu Media

Time Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent

Additional information

#LI-LS2 #LI-Hybrid #dentsuAotearoa

About dentsu

For over 120 years, innovation has been a core tenet of our offering – exploring new ways to reach, engage and nurture relationships with audiences. Together we drive a multiplier effect for clients at a global scale, through the development of Integrated Growth Solutions that are underpinned by our promise to clients: innovating to impact. Be a force for good. Sustainability is a vital part of our business and an important area of focus for our clients. We're leading the way - helping to build a more sustainable planet. Dream loud. In this moment of transformation, we need our people to be fearless, embracing change and ambiguity, driven by the love for their work and excitement for the future. Team without limits. We create opportunities for connection and collaboration between our colleagues and clients, building a sense of belonging and having some fun along the way. Find out more about us Who we are Our Social Impact Our work