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Analyst, Research Strategy & Analysis

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Data
    Research & Development
  • Culver City

AI generated summary

  • You need 2-3+ years in media research, consumer insights, data analysis, and proficiency in tools like Tableau. Strong communication, organization skills, and a passion for entertainment are essential.
  • You will analyze genre trends, conduct primary research, track series performance, produce reports, utilize data tools, and present insights to optimize content development and marketing strategies.

Requirements

  • 2-3+ years experience in media & entertainment research
  • 2-3+ years experience in consumer insights/market research (qualitative and/or quantitative primary research methods)
  • Passion for film and television!
  • Some foundational knowledge of entertainment/TV landscape, including linear networks, streaming landscape, and other digital/emerging media platforms
  • Experience with Nielsen Ratings (NNTV, NPower, SVOD Content Ratings, Total Content Ratings), Ad Intel, Fast Affiliates; experience with Luminate, Studio Systems and Ampere are a plus
  • Experience working with large data sets
  • Proficiency with analytical tools like Tableau and in Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Word)
  • Able to distill and effectively communicate complex information clearly and concisely
  • Advanced writing skills and ability to synthesize information and tell stories with data
  • Skilled at data visualization and creating impactful presentations and deliverables
  • Exceptional organization, time management, and project management skills
  • Confident presence – strong communication skills (verbal, written, listening)
  • Flexible, collaborative personality, quick learner, and strong, proactive work ethic
  • Self-starter with passion, energy, enthusiasm, curiosity, and a growth mindset
  • Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in the fields of Marketing, Economics, Social Sciences, Statistics, Data Sciences, or related fields

Responsibilities

  • The analyst will support the team/Director on SPT Superhero, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Lifestyle Unscripted series. Working with the team/Director, the analyst will have a keen understanding of genre trends and opportunities – conducting qualitative and quantitative primary research studies and tracking series’ performance to optimize departmental development slates, understand landscape genre trends, uncover audiences’ views on pilots, and to improve the sellability, marketing, and performance of pitches and current series.
  • Approach answering key business questions with a holistic approach to gather strategic insights - from primary research, to viewing / consumption data analysis, to social analytics, to data analytics solutions
  • With guidance from team/Director, design primary research studies to test concepts, pilots, and series end to end – both qualitative & quantitative
  • Produce regular performance reporting and create additional custom analyses as necessary for SPT across drama series (superhero, sci-fi, fantasy) & lifestyle (unscripted) series
  • Maintain a familiarity with entertainment landscape/industry trends
  • Leverage studio wide tools and data sources to deeply understand content performance, content trends and audience engagement
  • Analyze the TV landscape, genre trajectories & audience areas of growth / opportunity for development & production – using Nielsen, Ampere and other similar consumption data
  • Utilize social media listening to understand audiences’ needs and test hypotheses about content, including development & marketing opportunities
  • Utilize syndicated consumer & audience insight tools to answer content, development & landscape questions
  • Enrich and validate multiple data sources to maintain data quality and support the production of new reports and dashboards
  • Strong presentation skills, able to tell data narratives that are strategic, succinct & visual, with a clear POV, to increase engagement & adoption of insights & data across the business

FAQs

What kind of projects will the Analyst, Research Strategy & Analysis be involved in?

The analyst will support projects related to SPT's Superhero, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Lifestyle Unscripted series, including trend identification, landscape opportunity analysis, concept testing, content promotion, and performance analyses.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have 2-3+ years of experience in media and entertainment research, consumer insights, or market research, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and a passion for film and television.

What tools and software should candidates be familiar with?

Candidates should be proficient in analytical tools such as Tableau and the Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Word). Familiarity with Nielsen Ratings, Ad Intel, and consumer & audience insight tools is also beneficial.

What are the key responsibilities for this role?

Key responsibilities include conducting qualitative and quantitative research, producing performance reports, analyzing content trends, leveraging social media listening, and creating impactful presentations.

What is the anticipated salary range for this position?

The anticipated base salary for this position is between $71K to $92K, depending on various factors including qualifications and experience.

What kind of data analysis will the analyst be expected to perform?

The analyst will track series performance, analyze viewing and consumption data, conduct social listening, and utilize syndicated consumer insights to answer business questions and improve content positioning.

Is a specific educational background preferred for this role?

Yes, a bachelor's degree is required, preferably in fields such as Marketing, Economics, Social Sciences, Statistics, Data Sciences, or related areas.

What personal attributes are preferred for candidates applying to this position?

Candidates should have a flexible, collaborative personality, strong communication skills, a proactive work ethic, and a growth mindset, coupled with passion and curiosity for the media landscape.

Will the role involve collaboration with other teams?

Yes, the analyst will work closely with the Director and other teams, including Corp Development & SPT Finance, to support key SPT series throughout their lifecycles.

What types of research methods should the candidate be familiar with?

The candidate should be familiar with both qualitative and quantitative primary research methods, as well as secondary data analysis techniques.

Entertainment & Media
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture production and distribution; television production and distribution; digital content creation and distribution; worldwide channel investments; home entertainment acquisition and distribution, operation of studio facilities; development of new entertainment products, services and technologies; and distribution of filmed entertainment in more than 130 countries.