Research Analyst

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!

Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) is an audio-first media company delivering premium content to over a quarter billion people every month - wherever and whenever they want it. Cumulus Media engages listeners with high-quality local programming through 401 owned-and-operated radio stations across 85 markets; delivers nationally-syndicated sports, news, talk, and entertainment programming from iconic brands including the NFL, the NCAA, the Masters, CNN, the Academy of Country Music Awards, and many other world-class partners across more than 9,800 affiliated stations through Westwood One, the largest audio network in America; and inspires listeners through the Cumulus Podcast Network, its rapidly growing network of original podcasts that are smart, entertaining and thought-provoking. Cumulus Media provides advertisers with personal connections, local impact and national reach through broadcast and on-demand digital, mobile, social, and voice-activated platforms, as well as integrated digital marketing services, powerful influencers, full-service audio solutions, industry-leading research and insights, and live event experiences. Cumulus Media is the only audio media company to provide marketers with local and national advertising performance guarantees. For more information visit

www.cumulusmedia.com.

Cumulus Media | Westwood One (New York) is looking for afull-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.

Key Responsibilities :

• 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 manners
• 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

Job Requirements:

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 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 (especially Excel, PowerPoint)

What we offer :

• An expected salary in the range of $48,000 - $60,000/year DOE.
• Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask “what if” and try innovative solutions
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage for you, your dependents or domestic partner
• 401K with company match
• Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off
• Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, a wellness program, and an employee referral bonus program

For immediate consideration, please visit

https://cumulusmedia.jobs.net/

For more information about CUMULUS MEDIA, visit our website at:

https://www.cumulusmedia.com/

CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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