Company Overview
The audio industry is on fire - from podcasting and streaming to smart speakers and live radio - and it’s never been a more exciting time to join and grow with one of the country’s largest and most sophisticated audio companies!
Westwood One, the national-facing arm of CUMULUS MEDIA, offers iconic, nationally syndicated sports, news, and entertainment content to more than 250 million monthly listeners across an audio network of nearly 7,300 affiliated broadcast radio stations and media partners. Westwood One is the largest audio network in America, home to premium content that defines the culture, including the NFL, the NCAA, the Masters, CNN, the AP, the Academy of Country Music Awards, and Westwood One Backstage. The rapidly growing Cumulus Podcast Network delivers popular network and industry personalities and programs. Westwood One connects listeners with their passions through programs and platforms that have everyone listening.
Position Overview
Cumulus Media | Westwood One (New York, NY) is looking for a full-time
Research Analyst. The full-time Research Analyst reports directly to the Manager, Ad Sales Research, and will work closely with several departments within Westwood One including Ad Sales, Sales Planning, Business Operations, Marketing and Insights. The analyst will work individually and with team members to effectively gather and position analysis supporting Ad Sales in developing/growing advertising investment among new and returning clients. This position is considered a hybrid remote position.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities & Qualifications
- Compile and analyze quantitative and qualitative ad-hoc research support for Ad Sales, Programming and Affiliate Distribution.
- Develop insights-driven analyses and reports that communicate complex data in clear, action-focused manner.
- Create and stylize support materials for Ad Sales and Planning.
- Proactively brainstorm and problem-solve when approaching sales positioning needs
- Assist other research team members as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, Media, Communication or other related field required.
- 1+ year(s) of experience in a research or analysis role at a radio network, other media, agency, or advertiser preferred.
- Experience conducting primary research is a huge plus.
- Desire to provide value to projects through insights and analysis of key client’s business issues.
- Demonstrates passion for analysis through work experience, internship or academic work.
- Proven ability to manage time efficiently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Ability to adapt to and apply expanding research tools and platforms.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and critical thinker.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite software programs (especially Excel and PowerPoint) is extremely helpful.
Pay Range
USD $44,982.00 - USD $56,228.00 /Yr.
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay
- Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask “what if” and try innovative solutions
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage
- 401K with company match
- Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off
- Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program
For immediate consideration, please visit https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/jobs
For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/
EEO Statement
CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
