THE OPPORTUNITY:

We’re looking for a bright and ambitious Digital Strategist to join our Napier-based team at NZME. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, future-focused media business, where you'll support digital campaign strategy, upskill sales teams, and grow your knowledge of digital platforms from the ground up.

HOW YOU’LL DO IT:

You’ll work alongside our Commercial – Direct team to bring digital campaigns to life, learning by doing, while making real contributions from day one. Your role will include:

• Supporting the sales team with campaign planning, digital insights and product knowledge.
• Learning to build and present digital solutions that include NZME’s owned channels and performance platforms like Google Ads, Meta and programmatic.
• Helping develop tools, templates and resources that make it easier for the sales team to talk digital.
• Participating in client meetings, contributing fresh thinking and a data-led mindset.
• Staying up-to-date on digital trends and sharing new ideas with the team.
• Analysing results and reporting on campaign performance to inform smarter future strategies.

You’ll be mentored by senior team members, with tailored development opportunities to help you grow into a confident, capable digital strategist.

ABOUT YOU:

You’re a digital dynamo or at the start of your career, but you’re already curious, driven and digitally minded. You bring:

• A tertiary qualification in media, marketing, communications, or similar.
• A genuine interest in digital media and advertising.
• A proactive attitude and strong willingness to learn.
• A knack for research, analysis and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to lead conversations with clients, agencies and internal stakeholders.
• Bonus points if you've explored platforms like Google Ads or Meta, whether through study, internships or self-learning.

Most importantly, you’re a team player ready to jump in, contribute ideas, and grow your confidence and capability with every opportunity.

WHAT’S ON OFFER:

In return, we offer the chance to work with the best in the business on award-winning brands and titles in an environment where we foster diversity and inclusion. At NZME our culture is second to none, where innovation and fun is the norm, and you’re encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

This role is based at our NZME Napier office, giving you the opportunity to work on high-impact campaigns for well-known national brands and clients. You’ll be part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment that values innovation and results.

You’ll also enjoy:

• Access to industry-leading digital tools and platforms to support your success
• A vibrant, supportive team culture that encourages continuous learning, development, and innovation
• The opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest minds in media and marketing

Apply now and help shape the future of media in Aotearoa!

All applicants will be asked about their working rights in New Zealand. E.g., Citizen, resident, visa, no visa etc.