Simon Lodge

Experience

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  Unilever

  Feb 1996 - Apr 1998

  Key Account Manager

  Account management of Woolworths WA and territory management for metro and regional WA. Responsible for the management and development of 5 sales team members.

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  Kraft Foods Group

  Aug 1998 - Apr 2000

  Sales and Field Manager

  Business manager in charge of planning and marketing to FAL Cash & Carry, advertising and promotional plan development and sell through, budgets, management of sales targets, and management of 7 sales team members and field manager for WA.

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  IdeaWorks

  May 2000 - Jul 2003

  Account Director

  Ideaworks is a retail focused, full service marketing communications company, based in Sydney. Account Director and lead for all business management activity including; planning, strategy, finance and implementation requirements for the following major clients; Barbeques Galore, Wonderland Sydney, Talon Tough Tools, Polaroid Australia, Wendy’s Icecreams, Daewoo Australia and Ryobi Power Tools.

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  Bunnings

  May 2004 - Jun 2006

  Head of the Marketing & Advertising Department and executive team member Western Region (WA/SA/NT). Responsible for all marketing functions for Bunnings Western Region, including marketing, advertising, media planning, development, implementation, financial control (20M+ budget), sponsorship and management of 7 team members. Head of the Bunnings Western Region (WA/SA/NT) Advertising team. Responsible for all advertising in the Western Region including, advertising, strategy, planning, implementation, financial control (20M budget), sponsorship, media negotiation and management of 4 team members

  • Marketing Manager (WA/SA/NT)

    Nov 2004 - Jun 2006

  • Advertising Manager (WA/SA/NT)

    May 2004 - Nov 2004
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  Freestyle Photography

  Jun 2004 - now

  Director / Photographer

  Freestyle Photography is a boutique photography business located in Mount Hawthorn, WA. Projects include: action, events, display art, landscape, portraits, commercial, property and wedding photography. Passionate about photography, travel and providing clients outstanding service.

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  Lodge Communications

  Jul 2006 - now

  Director

  Owner of Perth based marketing consultancy. Business focuses on providing recommendations on marketing/advertising/communication, project management, strategy, business planning and media.Proven track record of leading and developing teams and ensuring the achievement of company objectives and goals.Developed a strong skill set including:- Excellent leadership and mentoring skills - Proven expertise on strategy, design and execute of all facets of marketing, including TV, print, radio, PR and digital campaigns - In-depth working knowledge of marketing campaign management - In-depth working knowledge of media and agency relationship management (media buying, negotiations, delivery, design and production)- Highly developed corporate skills with the ability to establish long-term partnerships with various stakeholders, at all levels- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills with proven capability to write, analyse, and evaluate proposals to sell into multiple industry sectors. Show less

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  Seven West Media

  Dec 2012 - Jun 2013

  Marketing Integration Manager - department head

  Head of department, leader and manager of the Seven West Media Group Marketing Integration team (RED) in Western Australia.Focus on creating effective, accountable and innovative campaigns for our clients across the Seven West Media portfolio. RED offers a single point of contact for clients who want to run an integrated campaign across the Seven West Media group’s Television (Channel 7, 7TWO, 7Mate and Seven Affiliate Sales), Print (The West Australian and West Regionals), Magazine (Pacific Magazines and Pacific+), Online (Yahoo!7 and thewest.com.au) and Radio (Red Wave Media) channels.As part of Australia’s most powerful media organisation, RED reaches over 97% of West Australians and over 95% of Australians* and delivers breakthrough strategic marketing solutions that drive product sales, market share and return on investment for our valued clients. Seven West Media is the leading, national multi-platform media business based in Australia. Show less

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  West Australian Symphony Orchestra

  Jul 2013 - Sept 2014

  Executive Manager - Corporate Development and Partnerships

  As Executive Manager - Corporate Development & Partnerships, I was involved with formulating and implementing Corporate Partnership strategies and responsible for the maximisation of income from the portfolio. Reporting directly to the CEO, I was accountable for the coordination and execution of Corporate Development activities on a day to day basis and the supervision and growth of the Corporate Development and Partnership team.I am responsible for exceeding the expectations of current partnerships, driving and negotiating new corporate partnership and achieving targeted financial goals. Show less

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  Freestyle Aerials

  Dec 2015 - now

  Director / Pilot / Photographer

  Freestyle Aerials aims to extend the reach of photography to the lofty heights of the sky, by providing a new way of looking at the everyday...from above!We have our heads in the clouds and our feet firmly on the ground. We are experienced photographers, having run our sister company Freestyle Photography for more than 10 years. Over this time we have captured weddings, portraits, property, product, events, landscapes and publicity shoots.Aerial cinematography and stills opens up a whole world of opportunities, that prior to the introduction of drones has been limited by cost and technological resources. Freestyle Aerials can offer a complete cost effective land and aerial photographic package to showcase your business, product, property or enterprise.Our environmentally friendly drone technology allows for a quick set up and fast flight deployment. We are able to manoeuvre easily through the air to capture amazing angles and panoramic views.As part of our service we can record and deliver 4k cinematography and 32mb stills to showcase your event, business, property, environment or tourism project. We also have stock video and imagery available for purchase that can be used for corporate, government, small business or private projects, or featured in various multimedia including documentary, film, television productions and online applications.Based in Mount Hawthorn, Perth, Western Australia, Freestyle Aerials are willing to discuss any local, state, national or international project.Freestyle Aerials operates under full CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority) approval for Drone/UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) use. We are fully insured for public liability during any project we engage in.We have wings and we love to fly. Let us help you elevate your business and brand! Show less

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  The University of Western Australia

  May 2017 - Dec 2017

  Marketing & Communication Manager

  Lead and managed a team of marketing, event and communication specialists for the largest and newest faculty at UWA – FABLE (Facility of Arts, Business, Law, Education and Design). I provided leadership in the development, implementation and measurement of marketing strategies and concepts that contribute to strategic goals of the Faculty and enhance the reputation of the University. I was also responsible for setting up the new FABLE marketing team, including mentoring, workflow, leadership, stakeholder management and recruitment.During my tenure I worked on marketing strategies collaboratively with the Law, Business, Education, Art and Design schools, including: faculty lead for the re-design of the UWA website, digital briefing and creative execution for the Law school, role out of the marketing plan for the MBA within the Business school, management of multiple internal and external stakeholders, initial briefing for re-branding of the Arts school and to ensure an integrated and consistent approach to all communication touch-points across the University. Show less