Are Media hires Nisar Malik as head of sales, Victoria
Nisar Malik has been named the new head of sales, Victoria at Are Media.
The announcement:
Are Media, Australia’s leading omnichannel content company for women, today announced the appointment of Nisar Malik as head of sales, Victoria, effective 26 May 2025.
With over 25 years of experience across digital, television and cross-platform sales, Nisar will play a pivotal role in Are Media’s continued digital transformation as the company solidifies its position as Australia’s #1 women’s lifestyle publisher.
In his new role, Nisar will lead sales operations in Victoria, driving growth across Are Media’s diverse portfolio, which spans digital, print and programmatic solutions. Reporting directly to director of sales, Anna Quinn, he will work closely with Are Media’s sales leadership team to execute the company’s omnichannel strategy and expand its reach across key media platforms.
Nisar has held senior roles at Nine Network, where he was a group business director, and at ViacomCBS (now Paramount) as national sales director. He has also worked as sports sales director at Network Ten.
Anna Quinn said: “We’re thrilled to have Nisar on board. His deep experience in digital and integrated media solutions, combined with his leadership and commercial expertise, will be instrumental as we continue to evolve our advertising offerings and meet the growing demand for more dynamic, connected solutions.”
Nisar said: “I’m excited to join Are Media at such a transformative time for the company. With its incredible portfolio of trusted brands and its recently announced partnership with Dotdash Meredith, Are Media’s position as Australia’s #1 women’s lifestyle publisher offers an unmatched opportunity to innovate and deliver powerful, integrated solutions to clients. I look forward to contributing to Are Media’s continued growth and digital evolution.”
The new partnership between Are Media and Dotdash Meredith marks a significant milestone in the former’s digital expansion. The alliance provides Are Media with access to an even broader audience and more powerful content solutions, allowing the company to offer integrated advertising opportunities that combine the best of content, technology, and data.
Anna said: “Nisar’s expertise in driving digital transformation is perfectly aligned with our vision to grow Are Media’s digital footprint and deliver innovative, integrated media solutions to clients. His leadership will be a key driver of growth and innovation as we continue to lead the way in Australia’s media landscape.”
Source: SKMG
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