OverviewLocation: Hybrid role (Sydney studio based in Redfern and WFH)To apply please email your resume and cover letter to , using the subject line: Traffic Manager RoleJoin us and use your skills for good!
At Marlin, we exist to help charities change the world.
From advancing medical research to protecting animals, supporting mental health and driving global development – our work helps organisations create meaningful, lasting impact.We're looking for an experienced Traffic Manager who thrives on organisation, problem-solving and collaboration – someone who can bring calm to complexity and help our teams deliver exceptional work, on time and on budget.
You will need to ensure the efficient scheduling, production and on time delivery of projects across creative and digital departments.Our clients include some of Australia and New Zealand's leading charities including Fred Hollows, Greenpeace, Refugee Council of Australia, Rainforest Rescue, Hunter Medical Research Institute & Youth Off The Streets.Why this role is differentThis is a pivotal role within the agency, responsible for managing the flow of work across our creative, strategy and digital teams.You'll ensure projects are scheduled efficiently, resources are allocated effectively, and deadlines are consistently met – all while supporting a positive, solutions-focused team environment.Your responsibilities will include:Managing the scheduling and flow of projects across creative, strategy and digital teamsAllocating work effectively across designers,



writers and freelancers to balance workloads and meet deadlinesMonitoring team capacity and proactively resolving bottlenecks or resourcing challengesCommunicating project status clearly with Account Service, General Manager and internal teamsSupporting teams with clear timelines, workflow direction and quality control (including Creative Director approvals)Managing smaller projects end-to-end where requiredContributing to project profitability by monitoring time vs. estimates and improving efficienciesMaintaining high standards in StreamTime for scheduling, reporting and forecastingParticipating fortnightly WIP meetings and daily stand upsYou will:Bring a calm, solutions-focused approach to competing priorities and deadlinesBe highly organised with strong planning and scheduling abilitiesCommunicate clearly, concisely and kindly across all teamsMake confident decisions to resolve workflow challengesBuild strong relationships, balancing empathy with firmness when neededUnderstand client expectations and the importance of delivery timelinesTake a proactive approach to identifying risks and improving processesContribute to a positive, collaborative team cultureSupport efficient, high-quality and profitable delivery of workWork experience and skills:Experience as a Traffic Manager within a creative, digital or integrated agencyStrong background managing workflows across creative,



strategy and digital projectsProficiency in traffic management software StreamTime is a must.Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environmentUnderstanding of project profitability, forecasting and managing overagesExperience working with freelancers and external suppliersExcellent organisational and reporting skills with strong attention to detailAbility to identify inefficiencies and drive process improvementsSelf-motivated, adaptable and solutions-orientedA positive, proactive mindset with a strong "can-do" attitudeBenefits (apart from changing the world of course!)Additional annual leave day to celebrate your birthdaySocial events scheduled throughout the yearAccess to internal and external Learning and Development opportunitiesFlexible working arrangementsCreative office space in the heart of RedfernWorking for a B-CorpHow to applyIf you're passionate about organisation, thrive in a rapid-paced environment, and want to use your skills to support work that makes a difference — we'd love to hear from you.To apply you must have permission to reside and work in Australia:Please send through your CV and cover letter to .
In your cover letter please include:How your skills and experience best align with the jobWhy you want to help change the worldYour salary expectations & notice periodApplications without a cover letter will not be considered.Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Any questions can be directed to the email address above.
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📌 Traffic Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Marlin Communications
📍 New South Wales