ABOUT US.
A Neue definition of success.
Neue Media was founded in 2017 with a vision to transform the traditional, disconnected marketing agency model. Backed by extensive industry experience, Neue Media was built to bring together multiple communications functions through one streamlined service.
The Neue model offers clients greater efficiency, consistency and lasting business impact. Our multi-channel approach is an industry game-changer, allowing us to create compelling brand content and amplify it through strategic media placement, public relations, events and social.
OUR TEAM
Our team combines deep industry knowledge with creative intelligence, delivering strategic guidance tailored to every client.
Cara Cunningham
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
Cara founded Neue Media with over fifteen years’ of experience in communications, having held PR and Marketing Director roles for publicly listed property groups and PR agencies, with Undertow Media, GPT and BPM.
This combination of client-side and agency experience ensures that Neue Media campaigns deliver commercial results for clients throughout the whole development cycle, providing a competitive advantage to Neue Media’s clients.
Michelle Lockyer
ACCOUNT DIRECTOR - MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS
Michelle brings seven years of agency experience to her role at Neue Media, across a range of clients within property, not-for-profit and consumer sectors.
With a background in social and content, PR, events and paid media, Michelle leverages her diverse skillset and passion for storytelling to develop and execute innovative, integrated strategies for our clients.
Bringing curiosity to all her campaigns, Michelle actively keeps her finger on the pulse to source new opportunities that align with her client’s objectives. Michelle's contagious passion for her work, coupled with her commitment to team mentorship, inspires Neue Media’s growing team to strive for success.
Georgie Tennant
ACCOUNT DIRECTOR - MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS
Georgie combines formal training in communication, design and marketing with a decade of experience across integrated communications, brand and creative agencies, plus in-house experience in construction and property.
She builds cohesive communication strategies through a creative lens, grounded in commercial reality, working closely with clients and partners to bring a brand's story to life.
Grace Kendall
SENIOR MANAGER - STRATEGY & GROWTH
With over nine years of experience, Grace is a trusted communications specialist known for her strong client relationships and team leadership.
Before joining Neue Media, Grace held senior roles at La Trobe Financial as Marketing & Events Manager, and at Newmark Capital as Investor Relations Manager.
Her diverse background in finance and property in in-house roles brings a unique perspective across both brand and stakeholder communications, allowing her to craft integrated strategies that align with business objectives and elevate brand presence.
Rick Clement
SENIOR DIGITAL & PERFORMANCE MANAGER
With over fifteen years in client-facing roles, Rick leads the digital arm of Neue Media, setting the strategic direction for paid media, social and performance marketing across our client portfolio.
He oversees the planning, execution and optimisation of paid advertising and performance campaigns, using data-led decisions to consistently deliver strong, measurable results - while providing senior oversight and mentorship to the communications team.
A trusted authority on social trends and paid media innovation, Rick pairs strategic thinking with hands-on expertise to keep Neue Media and its clients ahead of the curve. His track record of high-performing campaigns, and his dedication to the craft, continue to deliver consistently impressive results.
Lachie McKeown
SENIOR CONTENT PRODUCER
Lachie is a content and production expert with 10+ years of experience in multiple industry roles, specialising in hands-on storytelling through cinematography and post-production.
Lachie’s career has varied from working on television and streaming projects to social media and commercial campaigns.
At Neue Media, Lachie works across all stages of the production process to help ensure our photo and video content is optimal for our clients and their platforms.
Lachie’s extensive experience in all aspects of content production, from ideation to completion, ensures every client project is approached with meticulous craft, passion and excellence.
Lauren Mills
MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS EXECUTIVE
Starting out in journalism and digital publishing, Lauren built a sharp editorial instinct for SEO-led writing, tight messaging and a strong sense of what people actually want to see and engage with. That grounding has since grown into a broader content and communications skillset that shapes every account she touches.
Since joining Neue Media, Lauren quickly grew from Media and Communications Coordinator into her current Executive role, taking on real ownership across her accounts along the way. Her remit spans social media, blogs, content shoots, PR, events and paid media. She plays an active role in shaping each account's content strategy, using performance insight to inform what comes next.
Highly organised and detail-driven, Lauren has built a reputation clients can rely on, with every account run to a high standard and every deadline met.
Josh Gualano
CREATIVE DESIGNER
Josh is a versatile creative, bringing a playful yet considered approach to his role as Creative Designer at Neue Media.
Passionate about concept-led design and visual storytelling, he turns strategic direction into campaign creative built for the platforms it runs on, from social-first content to paid advertising that's made to perform as well as it looks. Collaborating closely with our Communications team, Josh ensures all creative outputs are both engaging and aligned with client values.
With a strong eye for detail and a broad creative skill set, Josh approaches each project with curiosity and adaptability, moving comfortably between day-to-day content and larger campaign work, delivering design that is both strategically considered and visually distinct.
Ria Avargerimath
MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT
Ria supports the delivery of integrated PR, social and digital campaigns, bringing strong creative judgement, attention to detail and a considered approach to every brief.
Her role spans organic and paid media, client communications, reporting and account management. With an insight-led approach, Ria translates performance data into actionable insights, identifying opportunities to optimise content and continually strengthen outcomes across channels.
Passionate about the built environment, Ria enjoys shaping strategic communications that elevate property, architecture and design brands.
Isola Bredenberg
COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT
Isola supports the delivery of earned, owned and paid media, bringing strong communication and organisational skills to the team.
With a genuine interest in lifestyle and tourism brands, she brings an adaptable, strategic approach as she continues to develop her skills across the business.
Currently completing a Bachelor of Change Management, Isola joined Neue Media as an intern and is building on her communications knowledge across a range of client accounts, with a particular focus on brand activation and event execution.