What we want
We want you
If your goal is to work in the marketing communications industry, then this is the programme for you. Our programme is unique and it is open to everyone, whether you have a degree or not.
We are looking for passionate, hard-working, fast-thinking and resilient individuals with excellent interpersonal and communications skills. People who think creatively and push boundaries. We are proud of our inclusive culture and we are on a diversity journey – we want to hear from people from all backgrounds.
If you are selected by one of our agencies, you will be placed in a team where we feel you will shine the brightest. Each agency is different, but your role and responsibilities will be clearly defined from the outset. You’ll learning from the best of the best, in a fast-paced, real environment.
The recruitment process is in two stages. The first stage is the completion of our online application process which will help us learn more about you, and what drives and energises you. This stage is open until 14 October 2022. The second stage, if you are shortlisted, will be an interview late October – November.
Successful candidates will commence employment in February 2023.
Please note, you need to be a citizen or resident of either NZ or Australia to participate in our talent programme.
About us
About us
We are the Clemenger Group, New Zealand’s largest group of marketing communications companies.
Click on one of these logos to find out more about our agencies.
Application process
Applications for 2023 have now closed.
Alumni
Bethany Omeri
I’m Bethany Omeri, a Strategy Director currently at Clemenger BBDO, Wellington, New Zealand. Down here they call me Bo.
Born in New Zealand – to a Samoan Dad, and a southern, farm-raised Mum – pre-schooled in Tasmania, Australia, then raised in Yunnan, China. A childhood as a misfit, eventually and happily led me to strategy. I now lead the small, but mighty strategy department, finding unexpected ways to change people’s lives for the better. I’ve helped to solve some of New Zealand’s trickiest problems – things like racism, drink driving and climate change, and most recently, New Zealand’s world-leading response to the COVID-19 pandemic. What started as a ‘no-expectations’ three month rotation, led to a decade-long life-changing whirlwind. The work I’ve been involved in has been recognised for both creativity and effectiveness across all local and global award shows, however I’m best known for my love of snacking.
Jeremy Sinniah
My experience in the grad programme was unique to say the least. Within a month of joining, I was working remotely in a Level 4 lockdown but was fortunate enough to see the magic of the Unite against COVID-19 campaign unfold first hand. Working down in Clemenger BBDO Wellington has enabled me to work on meaningful projects with even better people.
Conner Kilkelly
After spending my first 3 months rotating through the various departments at Clemenger’s Auckland agencies I landed my 6-month placement in Integrated Production at Colenso BBDO.
3.5 years later and I’ve been lucky enough to work alongside all of our clients, I’ve been involved in making a music video for Drax Project, edible posters with Forest & Bird, and a powerful campaign with Givealittle highlighting the messages of support left with donations after the Christchurch terrorist attack.
Outside of work the agency is very social, we’ve got touch and netball teams, host table tennis competitions, Mid-Winter Christmas gatherings as well as various other events.
Questions and answers
What you need to know
What’s account service?
The account service department is responsible for the client and oversee the whole creative process from taking a brief to delivery of the finished project, working closely with all of the specialist departments in the agency and talking with the clients every day.
What’s planning?
The planning department is responsible for account strategy – from top level business strategy of a client to the more specific strategy for a given marketing campaign. They work closely with the client and account service to define the problem and develop the brief, and then with creatives to ensure their ideas are in the right space.
What’s production?
The production department is responsible for taking the approved idea and turning it into a real thing, whether that’s a film, an app, an event, a poster, a website, or anything else. They work closely with the creatives to ensure their vision is brought to reality, and account service to ensure client objectives are met.
What would you be doing?
We start the programme with an induction where you learn about each of our companies and meet key players across our group. You will then join your agency where you will have a buddy, manager, and a tight team of people to learn from. You’ll be supporting your team in the delivery of real work for clients, learning the ropes and taking on more responsibility as time progresses.
Why us?
We have 7 different agencies within the Clemenger Group which provides a unique opportunity for exposure and development. And you’ll get to work alongside some pretty epic and insanely talented people!
At Auckland we have a premium location in College Hill with the city and Ponsonby on our doorstep and in Wellington we are in the heart of the city. All our agencies have unique cultures, however all have a strong focus on wellbeing, inclusivity and fun. We support flexibility whilst recognising that our offices are important spaces for our people to connect, learn, collaborate and to foster creativity and innovation. When we are together we do our best work!
When would I start and what will I earn?
The programme commences in February 2023, and you’ll be on an entry-level salary earning the living wage.
More questions?
Please contact us at [email protected]