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iHeartMedia

Research Manager

iHeartMedia, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview

iHeartMedia is a leading audio company reaching a wide national audience with a diverse range of audio, including radio, streaming, podcasting and digital channels. iHeartMedia values collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone. We’re committed to a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. What We Need: The Research Manager will provide quantitative and qualitative research insights support to iHeartMedia’s Unified Partnerships team, across a wide variety of duties, including pre-campaign and RFP pursuit support, and post-campaign measurement and evaluation. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment at the forefront of the growing audio landscape. The position provides opportunities to develop skills across marketing and media research, including syndicated and primary research, advertising effectiveness studies, and work across a varied mix of advertising categories and brands. The person will manage projects from beginning to end, including methodology design, survey development, data analysis, and results interpretation via written reports or presentations. What You\'ll Do: Utilize primary and syndicated research databases to provide quantitative and qualitative data for prospective and current advertisers Create insightful data driven presentations that meet internal sales teams’ and client needs and objectives Fulfill ad-hoc sales research requests across a variety of data including audience metrics, consumer insights, competitive advertising spend, targeting, and overall marketplace trends Assist with project management and data analysis for various forms of advertising effectiveness projects to determine advertising impact Educate and partner with marketing and sales staff on how best to utilize the quantitative and qualitative analytics provided Utilize attribution measurement tools to evaluate and optimize campaign performance What You'll Need: 3-5 years’ experience in a relevant field Experience with media research and software programs including Nielsen Audio, Scarborough, MRI-Simmons, ACT 1, Media Monitors, Nielsen TV, and comScore is highly desired Prior exposure to vendors such as Claritas, Magellan, DISQO, Dynata, Nielsen Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint are a must. Proficiency with other analytic and database tools and resources is a plus; experience with large data sets and programming languages including Python and R is also a plus Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate analytical results in an easily digestible fashion Strong combination of analytical aptitude and creative problem-solving skills Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; ability to build positive relationships with a variety of personalities and roles Ability to articulate the iHM “story” across assets, platforms and audiences Knowledge of the research process components including: familiarity with project methodology design, questionnaire development/survey logic, sampling issues, data cleaning, weighting, cross tabulation Problem solving and critical thinking skills; create imaginative solutions for various problems across projects Attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to handle multiple assignments and changing priorities Ability to work smart and efficiently; ability to work under continual urgency A passion for research; desire to learn and pursue a research career Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Prior experience in the government and/or nonprofit sectors a plus Location and work arrangements: While NY/LA/Chicago/Austin/Nashville/DC/Tampa are preferred locations, we will consider other cities where iHeartMedia has offices/operations. This position is hybrid, requiring 2-3 times/week in an office location. What You'll Bring: 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. $28.85 - $36.06 Location: New York, NY: 125 West 55th Street, 10019 Position Type:

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Hourly Benefits: iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and includes a variety of options to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce: Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with coverage options Company provided and supplemental life insurance Paid vacation and sick time Paid company holidays, including a floating holiday A Spirit day to encourage volunteering in the community A 401K plan Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost A range of additional voluntary programs 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. Our organization participates in E-Verify. Click here to learn about E-Verify.

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