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Planning Director - Media

  • Auckland | Full-time | Hybrid Working

This leading independent media, data, and technology agency is built for the next era of media; one that’s digital-first, insight-led, and creatively ambitious.

They are looking for a Planning Director - a senior media strategist who’s passionate about delivering exceptional, audience-led media planning and helping clients achieve real business growth.

This is your opportunity to take the lead on some of New Zealand’s most exciting brands, producing award-winning work alongside one of the smartest and most supportive teams in the industry.

 

The Role

As Planning Director, you’ll be the central force behind media planning and buying excellence. You’ll lead the strategic development of integrated media plans — across both online and offline channels — that push boundaries and deliver measurable results.

You’ll also guide and inspire your team, contribute to new business opportunities, and ensure every piece of work leaving the agency meets the highest standards of quality, innovation, and impact.

 

What You’ll Bring

  • 6+ years’ experience in media planning, across digital and traditional channels
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire high performance in others
  • Excellent strategic thinking and commercial acumen
  • Proficiency in tools such as the Nielsen suite and Microsoft Office
  • Solid understanding of data-driven media, analytics, and addressable audiences
  • Exceptional communication and relationship management skills
  • A relevant tertiary qualification

You’re someone who takes ownership, loves collaboration, and always looks for smarter, more effective ways to connect audiences and brands.

 

Why Them?

We’re a young, ambitious and values-driven team, united by a shared purpose: to deliver work we’re proud of and to grow along the way.


Contact Details
Name: Barry Williamson
Email: barry@marsdeninch.co.nz

5 Nov 2025

Work Type:
Permanent
Region:
Reference:
7641
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