Arrivals & Departures

AUCKLAND, Today: Daylight is levelling up its digital game with the addition of Maddi Cummane as UX Strategy Lead. She’ll be shaping smart, human-centred digital experiences—right across the product journey.

AUCKLAND, Today: Motion Sickness has added five new hires across strategy, creative and client service. The moves follow a year of strong growth and award-winning campaigns.

AUCKLAND, Today: The Sweetshop NZ has officially welcomed Jimena Murray as Executive Producer, bringing fresh energy and two decades of experience to the team’s already sharp creative line-up.

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.