Executive Search & Headhunting Recruitment Services for the Media and Advertising Industry


Monroe Consulting Group’s executive search services provide specialise recruitment expertise to help our clients secure the best talents within the Media and Advertising Industry.

The ability of our recruitment consultants to source passive candidates is what has set us apart from other recruitment agency services. Monroe’s specialised executive search team thrive upon the partnerships it has cultivated with some of the world’s most recognised and respected brand names within the Media and Advertising sector.

Monroe provides a unique recruitment approach that targets professional of mid-level to senior executive and expertise for companies in the Media and Advertising industry. In many cases, our executive search firm acts as an essential recruitment partner for building mid to senior-level management teams, which are critical to the success of the company. Our team of experts can help you find talents across all major sub-sectors within the Media and Advertising industry including (but not all), film, television, radio, marketing, advertisement, commercial, entertainment and print.

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Editor-in-Chief (Media)

Executive recruitment consultant Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia is recruiting on behalf of a Leading Multinational Media Company. Our client is seeking for Editor In Chief. This job will be based in Jakarta, Indonesia. Lead the editorial content team in customizing content for digital, print, social media, and events to align with the content philosophy, vertical strategies, community development, and commercial growth requirements. Work closely with the marketing team to ensure that content and creative assets comply with brand standards, maintaining uniformity in style, quality, and tone, all while optimizing content for search and audience engagement across all platforms. Craft a content strategy that supports and extends brand and marketing efforts in both the short and long term. Take the lead in adopting a digital-first approach, enhancing digital products to drive significant audience growth and engagement, thus enabling the commercial team to generate fresh digital revenue. Encourage innovation by actively exploring novel ideas and industry trends. Formulate a strategy for establishing thought leadership and content authority. Manage the planning and processes within the content department, ensuring that deadlines are met with on-brand, high-quality results. Establish a functional content calendar covering a range of content categories, empowering each vertical head to optimize their performance. Supervise the content budget to ensure that expenses stay within the designated budgetary limits. Assist the commercial side of the business by contributing to presentation materials, client pitches, and identifying potential partners (e.g., barter agreements) in coordination with the sales and events team. Collaborate with the Managing Director, Sales, and Events teams to enhance both signature and client events, overseeing areas where editorial expertise is vital, such as invitations, scripting, and content programming. Qualification: Proficient in content creation, digital growth, and optimizing channels, with expertise in community development. A history of successful roles in esteemed global or regional media brands, boasting a solid reputation and a proven track record as a content leader. Demonstrates a strong connection with influential communities and possesses the ability to represent the Tatler brand while advocating Tatler's core values in the luxury industry. Exceptional skills in presentation, public speaking, and interpersonal communication are paramount. Possesses a deep understanding of the Indonesian market and the preferences of high-net-worth (HNW) audiences. Exhibits a comprehensive grasp of the luxury lifestyle, its key stakeholders, communities, and audiences. A successful history of driving digital transformation and a comprehensive understanding of the digital advertising landscape. Capable of leading and motivating large teams of creative professionals and content creators to attain the company's objectives. Willingness to embrace change and adapt strategies as needed.

  • Jakarta
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Head of Commercial (Media)

Monroe Consulting Group is recruiting on behalf of Multinational Lifestyle Media. Our respected client is seeking a Head of Commercial, the job is based in Jakarta, Indonesia. The Head of Commercial is responsible for achieving revenue targets in Indonesia. This role involves crafting a robust commercial strategy, establishing the right organizational structure and processes, and leading a team responsible for sales, branded content, marketing, and events. The main objectives are to enhance client engagement, secure new business opportunities, and foster sustainable revenue growth. Responsibilities: Develop a commercial strategy, pricing framework, and sales plan for the Indonesian market, while continuously assessing market potential and taking effective actions. Drive business growth in both existing and emerging sectors by creating products, services, and commercial initiatives that surpass customer expectations and capture new business opportunities. Develop and execute digital commercial plans to boost digital revenue. Establish and strengthen the company's leading position in its categories. Manage client engagement and retention, nurture and improve relationships with clients and agencies at senior levels. Cultivate a strong network and productive relationships with external partners, communities, and stakeholders. Lead and oversee the commercial teams to achieve the company's brand, revenue, and profitability targets. Provide day-to-day leadership for the commercial team while aligning their efforts with the company's strategic goals. Establish an efficient commercial team structure, attract, retain, and develop key talent. Enhance commercial processes and systems while effectively managing available resources. Collaborate with content, art and design, finance, HR, and other regional business units to create synergies and ensure a unified team effort. Identify cross-platform selling opportunities. Foster and support international and regional revenue prospects. Collaborate with the finance team to analyze sales data, monitor competitor activities, and stay informed about market developments. Requirements: Minimum of 10 years of sales and commercial experience, with at least 5 years in senior roles within the lifestyle media industry, demonstrating a track record of achieving business results and substantial growth. Possess strong commercial acumen, an in-depth understanding of the market, and a robust client network. Proficiency in digital strategies with a history of driving digital product development and transformation. Strong commercial mindset and excellent sales planning and analytical skills. Entrepreneurial spirit and an open mindset. Capable of leading and motivating teams to achieve results through delegation and empowerment. Proficiency in both written and spoken Indonesian and English.

  • Jakarta
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Regional Business Development Manager (Entertainment)

Executive Search Firm Monroe Consulting Group is recruiting a Regional Business Development Manager role for a highly renowned entertainment conglomerate company. This role will be based in Cebu (Mandaue City) and will be responsible for acquiring business opportunities and talent management for new/existing artists signed. Alongside business development tasks, there will also be administrative tasks e.g., relating to facilities management of the company's offices. Work setup is hybrid (4x onsite 1x WFH), Mondays to Fridays. Key responsibilities: Looks for growth opportunities for the conglomerate's businesses in the region Heads in scouting new/potential talents/artists and searches for new compositions Negotiates with artists and distributes agreements for the label Prepares sales forecast and proposes budget for artists Keeps constantly updated on latest gigs to assess the continual changing trends and public demands Collaborates with artists, songwriters, arrangers and producers in the music production of songs in the studio to fulfill artists' vision and direction for their releases Develops marketing/promotional campaigns in line with the Marketing Division Manages/addresses concerns and/or marketing issues raised by the artist/s Implements Visayas and Mindanao media promotions of the records label and other business project as required. Hence, maintains relationships with media Organizes events required by the label and other projects. Hence, maintains relationships with suppliers Represents the label in various community affairs and organizations in Cebu City Sets, communicates, and maintains timelines and priorities for every project, and prepares and presents for business planning Coordinates with head office in ensuring the development, evaluation, and implementation of the company's strategic business plans in the areas handled, and takes initiative to foresee possible business development Supervises recording sessions Facilitates music releases of artists Checking and approval of attendance of personnel, and other entertainment personnel that may be assigned as subordinate Checking of attendance of security agency and janitorial employees Ensures that suppliers and other payees are paid on time and request for payment is processed Manages administrative affairs of company's Cebu office, including relations with building administration, processing of business permits and licenses, and other requirements Supervises operations of other business subsidiary offices located in Cebu, from administrative affairs, sales affairs, and human resources assistance to subordinates Provides assistance to other business units in their needs within the VisMin region Qualifications: With a Bachelor's degree in any course With at least 3 years of experience in either sales, marketing, business development and talent management in related industries like retail, media, entertainment, advertising, and etc Passion and/or interest in the entertainment industry Ability to manage office and administrative operations Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Must have sharp negotiation, networking, and project management skills Must have a keen business acumen Must be responsible and self-motivated; capable of and enjoys working independently and driving decisions Self-driven with good organizational and time management skills to deal with multiple deliverables and tight timelines Must be willing to be based in Mandaue City, Cebu and to travel occasionally within the region

  • Mandaue City
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable
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