We’re proud to announce that Digital Hitmen has won two Global Digital Excellence Awards for 2025 (including one for a category that didn’t previously announce a shortlist), earning recognition on the international stage for innovation, strategy, and measurable impact.

Our campaigns for Discovery Alert and Elite Tune took out top honours in two of the most competitive categories (Standout Use of AI and Standout Low Budget SEO Campaign of the Year) further highlighting our goal to deliver results that outperform expectations and drive award-worthy results.

Winning categories

  • Discovery Alert: Winner — Standout Use of AI 2025
  • Elite Tune: Winner — Standout Low Budget SEO Campaign of the Year 2025

Discovery Alert: standout use of AI

Our campaign with Discovery Alert, a mining and commodities news platform, was recognised globally for showing how AI can be used responsibly and effectively to drive real business growth.

The judges described it as:

“A standout example of AI used with precision, creativity, and responsibility. This project impressed with its clear objectives, strong methodology, and thoughtful integration of SEO and trust signals. The balance between AI and human input, combined with ethical oversight and adaptability, delivered exceptional results and demonstrated how AI can transform content at scale.”

The results backed that up; Discovery Alert grew from 400 to more than 150,000 monthly organic visitors, achieved Google News approval, and expanded to a global audience. The campaign set a new standard for combining AI automation with human expertise to produce trustworthy, high-performing content at scale.

Read the full Discovery Alert case study

Elite Tune: standout low budget SEO campaign

Our work with Elite Tune, a Perth-based 4×4 performance tuning specialist, proved that a business size doesn’t limit big results. This campaign earned global recognition for its strategic clarity, AI-led execution, and strong ROI.

Highlights from the judge’s feedback include:

“A very well thought-out strategy with a strong basis for implementation. Nice use of resources and AI integration for a broader reach.”

“Highly innovative use of GPT + EEAT […], NLP optimisation for AI Overviews, and strong CRO focus.”

“[…] Genuinely innovative.”

The result: a 678% ROI through improved visibility, stronger authority, and high-intent traffic that converted.

Read the full Elite Tune case study

How we create award-winning campaigns

Expert-led strategies

We don’t hand work off to account managers. Every campaign is planned and delivered by senior SEO, PPC, and web design specialists who have spent years refining their craft. This direct, hands-on involvement means precision in strategy, faster iteration, and complete alignment between business goals and execution.

Data over hype

Our process is built around evidence, not guesswork. We analyse markets, user intent, and technical signals before crafting a plan that aligns with each client’s commercial objectives. Whether optimising crawl depth, refining ad copy, or structuring internal links, every decision is made to drive measurable performance gains.

Embracing innovation

We explore emerging tools and technologies — from AI-driven content optimisation to generative search visibility — but always through a practical lens. Innovation only matters if it delivers outcomes. Our approach ensures every advancement supports growth, not gimmicks.

Built on EEAT principles

Experience, expertise, authoritativeness, and trust underpin everything we do. We focus on transparent communication, verified data, and real-world expertise to build digital ecosystems that both search engines and audiences trust.

Recognition that reflects our approach

Winning across both AI and low-budget SEO categories in the same year highlights what we value most; innovation, efficiency, and measurable outcomes.

As Perth’s most awarded small SEO agency, we’re proud to represent local talent on a global stage and to show how smart, ethical SEO can deliver real business impact.

If you’re looking for an SEO agency in Perth that delivers results worth recognising, let’s talk.