Senior Media Executive

Dentsu International; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Be the Best You policy – $250 home‑off

Volunteer leave

One Day for Change

5 weeks annual leave

Wellness days off

Job summary

Dentsu International in Auckland is seeking a Senior Executive to implement, plan, and buy media for our clients. You will work with internal specialists, media partners and clients to deliver effective media outcomes while contributing to planning, reporting and client engagement activities.

With 2+ years in media buying/planning, you will leverage knowledge of TV, radio, OOH and print and build strong relationships with partners to ensure seamless campaign delivery.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a media agency or media buying/planning environment.
• Strong knowledge of the media landscape, audience measurement tools and media terminology.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, time management and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage media plans across a range of channels.
• Develop and maintain media schedules and evaluate audience insights.
• Prepare and present campaign reports, post-analysis, and planning recommendations.
• Build strong relationships with media partners, suppliers and client stakeholders.
• Manage bookings, reporting and billing processes with accuracy.

Skills

Media planning

Media buying

TV

Radio

OOH

Print

Communication

Stakeholder management

Audience measurement tools

Media terminology

Tools

Audience measurement tools

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

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 Senior Executive with our awesome team in Auckland.

The role:

As a Senior Executive, you will play a key role in the implementation, planning and buying of media activity on behalf of our clients.

Working across a variety of traditional media channels, you will collaborate with internal specialists, media partners and clients to deliver effective media outcomes while contributing to planning, reporting and client engagement activities.

Core responsibilities:

Implement and manage media plans, including negotiating and buying media across a range of channels.

Develop and maintain media schedules, evaluate audience insights and identify opportunities that support client objectives.

Prepare and present campaign reports, post-analysis, competitive reviews and planning recommendations.

Build strong relationships with media partners, suppliers and client stakeholders to ensure seamless campaign delivery.

Manage bookings, reporting and billing processes while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

A bit about you:

2+ years' experience in a media agency or media buying/planning environment with experience in TV, radio, OOH and print.

Strong knowledge of the media landscape, audience measurement tools and media terminology.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the confidence to engage with clients and media partners.

Exceptional attention to detail, time management and organisational skills.

A collaborative team player who is curious, proactive and motivated to make a positive impact.

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.