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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 that’s 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 service. In fact, we have:
More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined;
We’re 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 country’s 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, we’re 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, we’re 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 you’re excited about this role but don’t 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 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. 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, podcasting, and other digital channels. This position provides opportunities to further develop and learn new skills across all facets of marketing and media research, including using syndicated research, working on primary research projects, advertising effectiveness studies as well as working across a varied mix of advertising categories and brands. This person will manage projects from beginning to end, including methodology design, survey development, data analysis, and results interpretation via written reports and/or presentations.This is a great opportunity for someone who wants a chance to be at the forefront of measurement in a rapidly evolving industry.
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-This role requires the 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 as they arise across projects, utilizing the access and materials available.
• 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 a continual sense of urgency
• A passion for research-Desire to learn/Interest in a research career
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Prior experience in the government and/or nonprofit sectors a plus
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:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Type:
Hourly
Benefits:
iHeartMedia’s 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, including a floating holiday that enable our employees to celebrate the holiday of their choosing
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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