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We are proudly Christchurch-based, operating as Ōtautahi’s Digital Marketing Agency. Our roots are here in New Zealand, but our reach is limitless.

We’ve been around for a long time, so you can trust our expertise. Empire9 has been working in the digital marketing realm for 11 years.

While we are a Christchurch, New Zealand-based agency, we are focused on helping ambitious businesses succeed, regardless of location. We encourage any business, anywhere in the world, to get in touch for an initial discussion on how we might be able to collaborate.

We pride ourselves on a highly collaborative, partnership-based approach. When you partner with us, you are assigned a dedicated Account Manager. This person is your chief wrangler of deadlines and your key point of contact, ensuring a seamless flow of communication. They connect you directly with the specialist team working behind your brand, so you get to know the experts driving your results.

We focus our expertise on six distinct client profiles where our strategies generate the most significant growth and measurable results.

We don’t just work in these industries, we understand their unique challenges, from international scaling to seasonal campaign management.

E-commerce, Retail & Consumer Goods

Who we work with: The Collaborative E-commerce Innovator – brands with strong New Zealand roots and international growth ambitions that need to drive online sales and market share expansion.

Our focus: Comprehensive campaign execution, integrating paid media, SEO, and creative development for consistent, results-driven partnerships.

Tourism & Lifestyle

Who we work with: The Tourism Trailblazer – medium to large-sized organisations with national or international focus. They are growth-oriented and appreciate creative storytelling.

Our focus: Long-term strategy and campaign execution to manage seasonal and event-driven campaigns. We help enhance brand awareness and drive visitor bookings.

Technology & Innovation

Who we work with: The Tech & Innovation Pioneer – large, data-driven companies with an emerging international footprint. They value technical expertise and long-term planning.

Our focus: Strategy development and performance marketing to achieve lead generation, brand differentiation, and successful expansion into new global markets.

Wholesale, Manufacturing, & Distribution

Who we work with: The Wholesale B2B Strategist – medium-sized businesses that are growth-driven and focused on B2B relationships.

Our focus: Targeted multi-channel digital campaigns (SEO, paid media, email) for lead generation, expanding reseller networks, and the digital transformation of traditional sales channels.

Non-profit, NGO, & Charitable Organisations

Who we work with: Non-profits / NGO Advocates – mission-driven organisations that are passionate about storytelling.

Our focus: Creative storytelling campaigns and strategic guidance to achieve donor engagement, increase awareness of causes, and launch effective fundraising initiatives.

Construction, Property Development, & Real Estate

Who we work with: The Construction / Property Developer – results-oriented firms that manage high-value projects and require detailed reporting.

Our focus: Data-driven paid media campaigns, website optimisation, and community-focused strategies to secure high-quality leads for property sales, enhance brand reputation, and attract investors or buyers.

Absolutely. Strategy is at the heart of everything we do. Our services start with digital strategy and campaign planning, moving through to execution and reporting. We’ll work alongside you to develop a strategic roadmap.

We are a results-driven agency. We measure success by aligning our efforts with your core business objectives and providing clear, transparent reporting.

We leverage Google Analytics, Looker Studio and other tools to track key performance indicators (KPIs), ensuring we’re always showing you the return on your investment and highlighting areas for continuous improvement.

If you require bespoke workshops or training for your internal team, we can often incorporate this into a specialised programme to ensure your business is fully equipped to succeed.

This is one of the most common questions we receive, and the honest answer is: it depends entirely on the strategy. Some tactics, like Paid Advertising (Google Ads), can generate immediate traffic and conversions.

Other long-term strategies, such as Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) and Content Marketing, require consistent effort and typically take 3 to 6 months or longer to show significant, sustainable results.

We always set realistic expectations from day one and focus on strategies that deliver the best long-term ROI.

It’s straightforward and collaborative

Initial Discussion: You get in touch, and we discuss your business, goals, and current digital challenges.

Strategy & Proposal: We develop a tailored digital strategy and provide a detailed proposal outlining our recommended services (e.g., SEO, Google Ads, Social Media, etc.).

Partnership & Onboarding: Once you’re happy, we finalise our partnership. You’re introduced to your dedicated Account Manager and specialist team.

Execution & Reporting: We roll up our sleeves and get to work, running your campaigns and providing regular, results-focused reporting.

The best way to take the first step is to get in touch with our team. You can reach us directly via email at [email protected], or by using the contact form on our website.