We’re looking for an experienced Media Manager who wants the opportunity to truly own something and lead a rapidly growing division of The Garden.

This is our key Reach Media (ATL) role at The Garden. The foundations are already there: strong processes, trusted media relationships and a growing media offering and now we’re looking for someone to take what’s been built, make it their own and keep pushing it forward.

You’ll be the go-to person for ATL media within an independent agency that brings together media, performance, creative, content, strategy and technology to deliver genuinely integrated work for our clients. You’ll turn client objectives into smart media strategies, lead campaigns from planning and buying through to reporting and reconciliation, and build strong relationships with clients, media partners and the wider Garden team.

It’s a hands-on role, but it’s also an opportunity to have real influence. You’ll have the freedom to shape how we approach media, challenge how things have always been done and help us continue to build an offering we’re proud of.

So, if you’re feeling a little stuck or bogged down in your current role, have strong media foundations, love building relationships and want the chance to do something a little different, The Garden might be exactly what you’re looking for.

Roles and Responsibilities

- Lead media strategy and planning: Translate business objectives, audience insights and campaign data into clear channel recommendations, budgets and measurement plans.
- Build trusted client relationships: Lead presentations, planning sessions and campaign reviews, providing clear advice and proactively managing expectations.
- Plan, buy and negotiate: Work across television, BVOD/CTV, outdoor, radio/audio, print, cinema and relevant digital channels to secure strong placements and value.
- Own campaign delivery: Manage bookings, approvals, material deadlines and live activity, coordinating teams and partners to launch accurately and on time.
- Turn results into action:



Deliver accurate reporting with practical insights, optimisation recommendations and clear connections to client outcomes.
- Maintain commercial discipline: Manage budgets, forecasts, invoicing and reconciliation, keeping documentation accurate and resolving discrepancies early.
- Develop people and capability: Mentor junior team members, improve workflows and contribute to pitches, client growth and new media opportunities.

Attributes and Abilities

- You take ownership, make sound decisions and keep work moving with minimal day-to-day supervision.
- You connect strategic thinking with practical execution.
- You communicate confidently with clients, colleagues and media partners.
- You’re organised, commercially minded and attentive to detail across competing priorities.
- You enjoy coaching others and collaborating across disciplines.
- You’re curious about emerging channels, measurement, automation and how AI can improve the way we work.

Ideal Experience

- At least five years of media agency experience, covering strategy, planning, buying, implementation and reporting across multiple clients.
- Strong ATL channel knowledge and experience integrating media activity with digital campaigns.
- Proven client management, presentation and negotiation skills, supported by established Australian media industry relationships.
- Experience using audience research and measurement tools such as Roy Morgan, Nielsen, MOVE, VOZ or comparable platforms.
- Solid analytical skills and proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and PowerPoint/Google Slides.
- Experience with media booking and financial reconciliation systems; OMG Connect experience is desirable.
- Experience in an independent or lean agency environment will be highly regarded.

What About the Perks?

- Opportunities to grow your leadership skills and help shape our media capability.
- Learning and development through growth plans, knowledge sharing and team learning sessions.
- Birthday half-day leave and anniversary loyalty rewards.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program.
- A supportive team and a dog-friendly workplace.

Ready to grow with us?

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📌 Senior Media Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 The Garden
📍 Melbourne