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Based in Brisbane since 1985, The Media Workshop are proud media representatives for over 300 regional and metropolitan newspapers, numerous international and national magazines, prominent websites, Digital Media on Demand (digital signage network), and Shop A Docket nationally. We specialise in assisting advertising agencies in identifying opportunities within our media portfolio. And pride ourselves in being able to provide a resource for our clients to draw upon.
Originally the company was established by Claude Olive, as Claude Olive Media twenty some years ago and subsequently bought by Peter Scruby. The company has built its reputation on being the ‘champions’ of independent press, primarily providing a service to the advertising agencies in Queensland.
In 2000 the company was bought by John McDonald, who has progressed through the company having held the position of Sales Manager for several years. John's relationships with the Brisbane advertising agencies and clients has meant the ownership transition was seamless.
After the purchase John invited Jaye back to The Media Workshop, where she managed Sales and Business Development, and their combined leadership ensured that our business continued to grow from strength to strength.
In the last few years we have further developed our business and built up our initial portfolio to include other media categories, enabling us to now offer Brisbane agencies a more extensive range of premier media solutions.
Jaye was promoted to General Manager 5 years ago and now leads the company and the team to a greater future.
OUR TEAM
John McDonald
Managing Director
Our team is led by John McDonald.
With over 30 years experience in Sales and Management, as well as having owned his own regional newspaper in Katherine (NT) for several years, John provides valuable knowledge and experience to our operation. 
Jaye Bradley
General Manager
Having started her career in advertising as a Sales Executive with The Media Workshop 15 years ago, Jaye's experience also includes 2 years with McCann Erickson Brisbane, as a media planner/buyer. On her return to the business, she was appointed Sales Manager, and following continued success in building our portfolio and our client’s revenue base, was promoted to General Manager 5 years ago. 
Linda Cross
Operations Manager / Media Consultant
Linda started with us in 2002 as a Media Consultant, bringing with her several years experience in regional newspapers with Rural Press. Linda has a comprehensive knowledge of our portfolio, and coupled with her outstanding skills in communication and attention to detail is an integral part of our team.
Linda is also the Operations Manager of The Media Workshop and assists with the training and implementation of systems within our organisation. 
Matt Goodger
Account Manager We welcome Matt as the latest addition to our team, bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and experience in the advertising industry.
His background includes working in 2 of Brisbane’s most prominent advertising agencies, and with APN’s National Sales team working across their regional newspaper stable. Matt’s collaborative approach with our Clients and Publishers, coupled with his belief in the strength of newspapers in the Australian media landscape makes Matt an invaluable addition to the team. 
Amber Gorle
Media Consultant
Amber started at The Media Workshop 4 years ago as a receptionist/media assistant.
Amber compliment's the team with her experience in previous administrative roles through her efforts was promoted to Media Consultant in early 2007.
Amber works across several of our key clients in a sales and service capacity, and publishes our fortnightly e-media update 
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