Senior Manager, Program Research
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We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.
Job Description
NBCUniversal News Group is looking for a passionate, motivated candidate to join the MSNBC audience research team. In the fast-moving world of TV news, this person will be a subject matter expert on the cable news landscape and provide consultation to department leaders and executive producers. This person will be responsible for analyzing, synthesizing, and visualizing TV viewership data to help inform key decisionmakers.
What you'll do:
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $100,000 - $120,000.
Qualifications
You'll stand out if:
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.
NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing .
We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.
Job Description
NBCUniversal News Group is looking for a passionate, motivated candidate to join the MSNBC audience research team. In the fast-moving world of TV news, this person will be a subject matter expert on the cable news landscape and provide consultation to department leaders and executive producers. This person will be responsible for analyzing, synthesizing, and visualizing TV viewership data to help inform key decisionmakers.
What you'll do:
- Analyze and interpret viewership data to unearth trends and insights that inform programming/marketing decisions
- Leverage data visualization tools and techniques to highlight the performance of MSNBC and competitors against key performance indicators
- Synthesize multiple data sets, including Nielsen ratings, to distinguish trends from sample noise
- Oversee standardized reporting and ad hoc analyses that align with business goals
- Maintain an in-depth knowledge of programming on MSNBC and competitive networks
- Participate in strategy sessions focused on expanding the network's reach and maximizing viewer engagement and retention
- Challenge conventional research methodologies and pursue new, creative approaches to audience insight and data visualization
- Partner with teams across the organization, including programming, marketing, communications, business development, and finance, in addition to collaborating with research colleagues
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $100,000 - $120,000.
Qualifications
- 5+ year of experience in a research role
- Prior work experience at a company in the general news/political news category
- Expertise in quantitative analysis and "storytelling with data"
- Ability to handle multiple assignments at once in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail, accountability, and ability to execute projects of all sizes with vision and purpose
- Superlative oral and written communication skills
- Expertise in using Excel and PowerPoint
- Bachelors degree or relevant work experience
You'll stand out if:
- You have a bachelor's or Master's degree in media/business or a quantitative area of study (e.g., mathematics, statistics, economics, finance, or computer science) or relevant work experience
- Experience using data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Domo, Looker)
- Ability to manipulate, visualize, and combine data with tools and languages like SQL, Python, and R
- Interest in media industry / TV / news / politics
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.
NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing .
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