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**DIRECTOR, NORTH AMERICA**The Director of WME Insights will hold a leadership function by motivating & managing team members, taking the lead on projects, and helping support the overall vision and direction of the department.The ideal candidate will be an exceptional analytical thinker, ability to create a narrative with data, and a creative problem solver who can develop impactful insights and measurement solutions based on a wide range of complex and sometimes ambiguous challenges.Reporting to the SVP of WME Insights, this individual will be both a leader and a doer by actively shaping client deliverables and elevating Endeavor Analytics’ messaging and output internally and externally.**RESPONSIBILITIES*** Involvement in a diverse range of research and analytics projects across both sport and general entertainment, including consumer insights & trends, cultural trends, brand analysis, industry trends, and ability to measure the impact of sponsorship & marketing campaigns.* Regularly collaborate with key internal WME Group stakeholders, prospective and current clients to determine strategic approach for supporting their needs.* Take part and actively participate in pitch meetings and client engagements.* Assist in managing and optimizing the Research & Analytics team’s toolkit, processes, and overall effectiveness.* Serve as a subject matter expert and thought leader, regularly advising clients and senior colleagues on research solutions for a variety of brand and business challenges. **QUALIFICATIONS*** 8+ years of relevant experience.* Passion for general entertainment, consumer insights, culture, and sport.* Proficiency in secondary/syndicated research and analytics tools (i.e. Nielsen, YouGov, social listening platforms, etc.)* Curiosity for data services and IT solutions.* Excellent analytical skills (must be able to distill clear, compelling conclusions and recommendations from complex data points).* Excellent communication and presentation skills (must be able to simplify complex topics, clearly articulate research, and persuasively engage C-suite audiences).* Strong management skills (must be able to mentor, guide, and inspire team members).·
Insatiable curiosity and a demonstrated ability to quickly master new research tools and techniques.* Strong interest in and understanding of the cultural forces and trends that impact consumer behavior.* A skilled leader who can manage complex relationships and enlist support from colleagues.**CONTRACT TYPE*** This contract will be in place for a 6 month period from April-September 2026.*Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the hourly rate shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. The company strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.**Hiring Rate Minimum:*$108,750 annually (minimum will not fall below the applicable state/local minimum salary thresholds)*Hiring Rate Maximum:*$145,000 annuallyWME is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Insatiable curiosity and a demonstrated ability to quickly master new research tools and techniques.* Strong interest in and understanding of the cultural forces and trends that impact consumer behavior.* A skilled leader who can manage complex relationships and enlist support from colleagues.**CONTRACT TYPE*** This contract will be in place for a 6 month period from April-September 2026.*Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the hourly rate shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. The company strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.**Hiring Rate Minimum:*$108,750 annually (minimum will not fall below the applicable state/local minimum salary thresholds)*Hiring Rate Maximum:*$145,000 annuallyWME is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief. #J-18808-Ljbffr