Research Analyst
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
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The audio revolution is here and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia the number one audio company in America reaches 90% of Americans every month -- a monthly audience thats twice the size of any other audio company almost three times the size of the largest TV network and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming fact we have:
More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined;
Were the largest podcast publisher with more monthly downloads than the second- and third-largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting the fastest-growing new media today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix;
iHeart is the home of many of the countrys most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America;
We create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America including the iHeartRadio Music Festival the iHeartRadio Music Awards the iHeartCountry Festival iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour;
iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America;
Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and
We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio from on demand to broadcast radio digital streaming radio and podcasting which bring data targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale. As a result were able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option.
Because we reach almost every community in America were committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve and our company reflects that same kind of diversity. Our company values stress collaboration curiosity welcoming dissent accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas and respect for everyone.
Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia!
If youre excited about this role but dont feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!
What We Need:
The Research Analyst provides quantitative and qualitative research insights to support our sales and marketing teams. Working within a multi-functional team the position offers the ability to work within a fast-paced exciting company that is at the forefront of the growing audio landscape including radio streaming audio digital and podcasting. This position provides opportunities to further develop and learn new skills across all facets of marketing and media research including syndicated research primary research projects and advertising effectiveness studies working across a mix of categories and brands. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants a chance to be at the forefront of measurement in a rapidly evolving industry.
What Youll Do:
Utilize primary and syndicated research tools to provide quantitative and qualitative data for prospective and current advertisers
Create insightful data driven presentations that meet the needs and objectives of internal sales teams agencies and clients
Fulfill ad-hoc sales research requests across a variety of data types including audience metrics consumer insights competitive advertising spend targeting and overall marketplace trends
Help with strategy and execution of custom ad effectiveness projects for a large portfolio of accounts in a variety of categories including but not limited to auto travel and entertainment/media
Handle brand lift studies including methodology design survey development data analysis and presenting results
Utilize attribution measurement tools to evaluate and optimize campaign performance
Educate and partner with marketing and sales staff on how best to utilize the quantitative and qualitative analytics provided
What Youll Need:
Experience with media research and software programs including Nielsen Audio Scarborough MRI-Simmons ACT 1 Media Monitors Media Radar and comScore is desired
Knowledge in custom study process including project methodology questionnaire development sample collection and data analysis
Prior exposure to vendors such as DISQO Dynata and Nielsen
Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint is a must
Proficiency with other statistics and analytics resources is a plus
Strong combination of analytical aptitude and creative problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to articulate our story across assets platforms and audiences
Strong versatility and ability to handle multiple types of assignments
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work with ambiguity changing priorities and a continual sense of urgency
A passion for research and interest in developing research career
Bachelors degree or above
While New York Chicago and Los Angeles are preferred locations we will consider other cities where iHeartMedia has offices/operations. This position is hybrid requiring 2-3 times per week in an office location.
What Youll Bring:
- Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
- Business insight and ability to apply general knowledge of business
- Individual accountability and understanding of when to seek guidance
- Skills managing assigned projects to completion using instruction guidance and direction
- Skills to solve problems within standardized procedures and practices
- Ability to communicate straightforward information in a digestible manner and an understanding of when to ask questions in order to validate understanding
- Understanding of impact of own decisions
- General understanding of business principles
Compensation:
Salary to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to relevant experience knowledge skills other job-related qualifications and alignment with market data.
$21.15 - $26.44
Location:
New York NY: 125 West 55th Street 10019
Position Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Type:
Hourly
Benefits:
iHeartMedias benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce including the following:
Employer sponsored medical dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
Company provided and supplemental life insurance
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid company holidays
A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community
A 401K plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost services include telephonic counseling sessions consultation on legal and financial matters emotional well-being family and caregiving
A range of additional voluntary programs such as spending accounts student loan refinancing accident insurance and more!
We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race color age sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression religion disability ethnicity national origin marital status protected veteran status genetic information or any other legally protected classification or status.
Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.
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Required Experience:
IC