Arrivals & Departures

AUCKLAND, Today: Eyes and Ears is adding three fresh creative voices to its Freelance Director Roster: Sophie Black, Johnny Barker and James Anderson — all bringing something unique to the table.

AUCKLAND, Today: YoungShand is adding even more muscle to its media team, welcoming digital media pro Mahmood Shibliq as the agency’s new Performance Director.

AUCKLAND, Today: TBWA\NZ has just announced Priyanka (Pri) Patel’s promotion to Managing Partner, recognising her creative spark, leadership strength and the impact she’s made since joining the agency.

AUCKLAND, Today: Bastion has named Madeleine Leonard as Marketing Manager, reporting to Bastion ANZ CEO Cheuk Chiang.

AUCKLAND, Today: Together has just welcomed top search and performance media expert Charlotte Lobo as Senior Activation Director, adding even more talent to its award-winning independent media agency team.

SYDNEY, Today: Vevo is expanding its presence across APAC, with new roles for Tim O’Connor, Blair Kelly and newcomer Alex Trumble to drive growth, innovation, and commercial momentum in the region.

AUCKLAND, Today: Special PR is bringing on industry heavyweight Liam Taylor, who’s set to join the Auckland office as Business Development Director from 12th May 2025.

AUCKLAND, Today: Colenso BBDO had a huge 2024 — crowned Cannes Lions Agency of the Year (Pacific), scoring new clients, and nabbing New Zealand’s first ever Immortal Award. Now they’re growing the creative bench.

AUCKLAND, Today: IMANZ has just added Duncan Shand from YoungShand to its Board, bringing even more indie firepower to the table.

HAMILTON, Today: Kayla McQuade has joined Hamilton-based agency HMC as Visual Communication Specialist, following a year freelancing across painting, illustration, and design.