01. What we do
02. Our values
03. Meet our Founder
04. Meet our Leaders
Careers
“Have the courage to share what makes you great” The Five by Five philosophy
We create great looking, high performing digital solutions that showcase our clients magic and generate leads so they can focus on what really matters — growing their businesses and making an impact in the world.
We help our clients share their magic online and by doing so, double their traffic and leads in under 6 months while maintaining a site they are super proud of. We use great design, robust technology, content that converts and have award-winning customer service.
We believe in making a difference by being a business for good in our community, helping each client share their magic online, developing leaders in our organisation and having lots of fun along the way.
“Like attracts like”
We are a highly diverse team here at Five by Five. The common thread in each of us are our values. These values are the foundation for everything we stand for. Uncompromising on these values, we hold each other to a high standard and each and every one of us leads by example.
In it together
We have each other’s back. No backstabbing, undermining or ulterior motives. We only lift each other up. Together, we can achieve anything.
Put the client first
We are always “camping out” in our customers' minds. Our clients’ best interests are the heart of all our decisions. We bend over backwards to make sure they are happy.
Innovate for good
Our solutions solve problems, are aligned to our mission and create a positive impact in the world.
Empathy over ego
We strive to build an inclusive and accepting culture in which everyone can achieve great things.
Extreme ownership
We take personal responsibility for how we physically and mentally show up each day. We act like business owners — with commitment, determination, and a strong bias for taking action.
Operate with Integrity
Trust above all else. We do what we say we are going to do and always follow through. We have the courage to manifest our values in action.
The biggest leverage point that any business owner has is their team.
For almost 7 years, Jon ran Five by Five from his bedroom as a “one man” show.
Jon Hollenberg
FOUNDER
He did the sales, web design, web development, customer service, and accounts, all while working in his boardshorts.
As a one man show, Jon had plenty of work but reached a ceiling very quickly and maxed out the revenue generation potential for Five by Five. Not just revenue, Jon also maxed out his ability to provide value to his clients and was turning away businesses he desperately wanted to help share their magic online.
A big part of growing the business into a flourishing team delivering thousands of websites over the last decade was Jon learning how to be a leader.
It didn’t come easy, but through lots of trial and error he shaped himself into someone that other people felt inspired to be around and want to follow.
Since then Jon has devoted his entire existence in the business to finding amazing people that are smarter and better than him in their chosen fields. Better designers, developers, project managers and most importantly, better leaders.
Our team are constantly pushed to be the leaders in their department and Jon enjoys coaching and mentoring us towards this. He says he now comes to us for ideas, input, and inspiration. The entire team is trusted and allowed to work their brilliance every day.
Together, the team now delivers a far better product and customer experience than Jon ever used to by himself!
Now all Jon’s satisfaction comes from seeing the team kick goals and succeed without him in the day to day running of the show. He is left to work on big picture ideas to further grow and scale Five by Five.
However, we still rely on Jon to play a vital part in the company, his experience and mentorship is highly sought after by multiple team members. Now known as our ‘Head Coach’, Jon’s role is to mentor the team, not only for professional development, but as a friend too.
The crewTheir words
Carla Schesser
Head of Innovation
“My ability to grow from an entry level role to CEO in 4 years is true testament to the career development support and mentorship at Five by Five.”
Sam Horm
Chief Creative Officer
“Five by Five has given me the opportunity to diversify my design skillsets; from web UI to video editing there’s always a required digital asset that I can be sharpening my craft on
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Gabrielle Armes
Marketing Manager
“I have never worked for a company who has taken such interest in not only my professional growth but personal growth as well. I am given every opportunity to shine in my role and when I want to try something new and daring, Jon and Carla are there to have my back! 🙌🏽”
Holly Turkington
Copywriter
“I have had my fair share of change while working at Five by Five, not just professionally but personally as well. Carla and Jon have been by my side every step of the way, holding my hand, nudging me in the right direction and sometimes shoving me when I need it! Forever grateful for their unwavering support and patience.”
Oliver Baker
Lead SEO Strategist
"It’s awesome to be a part of such a forward-thinking and fast-moving company. Five by Five has provided me with opportunities to grow into new roles and excel in my areas of skill."
05.
What it's like working at Five by Five.
When you join Five by Five, you’re joining a family of 40+ people who get excited to see you win. To ensure you’re able to do your best work, it’s our goal to create an environment you can excel in.
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When you join Five by Five, you’re joining a family of 40+ people who get excited to see you win. To ensure you’re able to do your best work, it’s our goal to create an environment you can excel in.
Work where you’re most productive
Most of our team will work remotely a couple days a week, with Mondays being our only mandatory office day to kick off the week together. We don’t mind where our people work, as long as they are comfortable, get the job done and are happy.
Do what needs to be done to get the result
You get out what you put in. Put 100% effort and focus into everything you do.
Talk it out, proactively
A problem shared is a problem halved! There will always be someone in the team who has been there and done and learnt the lesson. Lean on your teammates and leaders and don’t bottle it up or try to go it alone.
06.
Up and to the right.
We’ve seen double-digit growth over the last two years, and we’re just getting started. We’re committed to becoming Australia’s leading award winning digital agency who help businesses grow and scale.
Our clients are small to medium businesses that are turning over $1 million in revenue located all around the world, who are in need of a trusted digital advisor who understands their business and communicates in plain English.
Our 10 year goal is to work with over 500 clients annually and help make an impact in our community by donating 1% of profit to charity. 🤘
Our mission is to not only grow our business but grow our people as well. Here at Five by Five we are constantly looking for opportunity and facing those turning points of change head on, and embracing development and improvement.
We are always looking forward to how we can be bigger and better, as a company for our clients and for our employees.
Care to join us?
07.
Open positions.
We’re looking for people to join the team who are as excited and passionate as we are to help our clients share their magic online.
PPCFull timeGold Coast
Paid Ads Specialist
We’re currently on the hunt for Paid Ads Specialist superstar to join our amazing bunch of digital strategists. We need someone with experience and passion for PPC who can support the innovation of this department. Ensuring our clients receive only the best outcomes for their campaigns and consistently strive for success is the no.1 goal! You will have full creative control and also be able to tap into your logical side of thinking to establish effective new strategies.
You won’t be alone! Our resident Head of PPC will be there to support and guide you along the way AND you also have an epic bunch of strategists by your side. Working alongside this cheeky bunch you’ll spend your time preparing reports, completing keyword research, onboarding new clients, creating and optimising campaigns, A/B testing, and a whole lot more!
More about this opportunityYou won’t be alone! Our resident Head of PPC will be there to support and guide you along the way AND you also have an epic bunch of strategists by your side. Working alongside this cheeky bunch you’ll spend your time preparing reports, completing keyword research, onboarding new clients, creating and optimising campaigns, A/B testing, and a whole lot more!
SEOFull timeGold Coast
SEO Strategist
We are currently browsing for a resident SEO Strategist who will use both their analytical (logical side) and marketing (creative side) skills! You will use these skills to implement SEO strategies to help improve our client’s online visibility, rankings, leads/sales and overall digital strategy. As a result, you’ll be helping grow our clients’ business - how exciting!
Our resident Head of SEO will guide you through the role and you will also have the support of our wonderful SEO team at large. Working alongside this cheeky bunch you’ll spend your time preparing reports, completing keyword research, onboarding new clients, creating blogs or website service pages, identifying quality backlinks, creating/managing Google Business Profiles, and a whole lot more
More about this opportunityOur resident Head of SEO will guide you through the role and you will also have the support of our wonderful SEO team at large. Working alongside this cheeky bunch you’ll spend your time preparing reports, completing keyword research, onboarding new clients, creating blogs or website service pages, identifying quality backlinks, creating/managing Google Business Profiles, and a whole lot more
ADMINPart timeGold Coast
Talent Acquisition & Wellbeing
We are on the hunt for an internal recruiter and over-all team happiness superstar! As the Talent Acquisition and Well-being personnel at Five by Five, you will play a key role in “building our bench” and scouting for only the best new talent to join our already incredible team.
In addition, you will also have the responsibility to ensure our team remains a happy bunch and coordinate team bonding events and initiatives to ensure we remain “Australia’s best digital agency to work at”.
The position offers a range of flexibility to ensure you’re able to perform at your best. You will have the support of our Champion of Flow & Focus to bounce ideas with and brainstorm new recruitment strategies and build relationships with our key hiring managers.
More about this opportunityIn addition, you will also have the responsibility to ensure our team remains a happy bunch and coordinate team bonding events and initiatives to ensure we remain “Australia’s best digital agency to work at”.
The position offers a range of flexibility to ensure you’re able to perform at your best. You will have the support of our Champion of Flow & Focus to bounce ideas with and brainstorm new recruitment strategies and build relationships with our key hiring managers.
STRATEGY Full timeGold Coast
Sales Manager
We are on the hunt for a results-oriented sales leader with a proven track record of growing and scaling a sales team.
Someone who knows how to grow and lead sales professionals to drive business revenue goals all while ensuring an exceptional 5 Star customer experience.
As a pivotal figure within the business, you will be responsible for “owning” the revenue engine room of the business. Setting the strategy, recruiting, training, mentoring and measuring results to ensure our company continues to thrive.
You will also dedicate time to building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, ensuring their needs are met and their feedback is taken into account for continuous improvement. The role is a perfect blend of strategic planning, team management, and client interaction, with each day presenting new opportunities for account growth and achievement, making this role both dynamic and rewarding.
More about this opportunityAs a pivotal figure within the business, you will be responsible for “owning” the revenue engine room of the business. Setting the strategy, recruiting, training, mentoring and measuring results to ensure our company continues to thrive.
You will also dedicate time to building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, ensuring their needs are met and their feedback is taken into account for continuous improvement. The role is a perfect blend of strategic planning, team management, and client interaction, with each day presenting new opportunities for account growth and achievement, making this role both dynamic and rewarding.
Five by Five acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of this land. We pay respect to their Elders past, present and emerging for their wisdom, teaching and cultural knowledge and extend that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Five by Five are based on the Gold Coast and provide great looking high performing websites for businesses Australia wide including Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra, Perth – all regions and cities of Australia.
