Activation Manager

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Half Dome Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Who is Half Dome?

We're an independent media agency made up of smart, curious, and genuinely kind humans who care deeply about doing great work, challenging the status quo, and helping each other grow. We're big on balance, big on learning, and big on creating a place where people actually enjoy coming to work.

Who are we looking for?

As an Activation Manager, you'll take the lead across the full campaign lifecycle; from setting clear direction to delivering best-in-class execution,
with a strong focus on Search
. You'll guide your team with clarity, collaborate with channel specialists, and ensure clients feel confident every step of the way.

You'll bring deep hands-on experience in Search, and play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of projects, backed by a deep understanding of client needs and performance data.

What Will You Be Doing?

  • Leading campaign planning, implementation, and optimisation
    with a strong focus on Search
    , while also working across other digital channels
  • Providing clear updates and recommendations to ensure alignment and trust with clients
  • Working closely with internal teams to drive consistent, high-quality campaign delivery
  • Spotting opportunities to evolve Search strategies, improve performance, and add value
  • Mentoring junior team members and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement

You're a data driven strategic thinker with 2+ years' experience in a Performance or Activation

Executive role, with a solid technical edge in Search. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, build and nurture strong client relationships with ease, and are always looking for ways to raise the bar.

Why Half Dome?

We've been officially recognised as a
Great Place to Work
for six years running, and we're proud to be Melbourne's
Happiest Indie Agency,
but it's our people who make Half Dome what it is. We believe you do your best work when you're supported to show up as your whole self, and we're here to make that happen. Here's a taste of what life at Half Dome looks like:

  • A state-of-the-art office with stocked kitchen, luxury end-of-trip facilities (bike parking, showers, straighteners, towel service), and Free Lunch Fridays
  • A 60/40 hybrid work model, with flex days to suit your ways of working
  • A serious focus on learning; from company-wide programs to personalised growth plans
  • 6 extra "Whole Potential" leave days each year
  • Access to wellbeing, learning, and cost-of-living support wallets - $750 per year
  • Industry-leading parental leave for both primary and secondary carers
  • Mental Health First Aid training for
    all
    team members
  • Regular events and moments that bring us together, from big celebrations to inclusive team rituals

We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive and safe workplace where everyone feels seen, heard and valued, no matter your background, identity or lived experience. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply and join us in creating a space where we all thrive. If you're someone who loves challenging the status quo and chasing better every day, we'd love to meet you. Let's unlock your whole potential, together.

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