Job Description
Responsibilities
Provide top line and detailed analysis, reports, presentations and highlights covering NBCU brands across MVPD partners
Utilize critical thinking skills to analyze industry dynamics in order to formulate robust and timely strategic planning
Identifying growth opportunities across company’s portfolio, providing guidance to Senior Management on long term strategic direction
Support the sales and marketing teams on deals renewals with strategic insights and analysis
Handle multiple projects simultaneously and efficiently juggle workload in the face of shifting priorities and deadlines
Manage one direct report
Qualifications/RequirementsBasic Qualifications
Bachelors’ degree in related field of study
Minimum four (4) years’ experience in media research with knowledge of a variety of traditional and non-traditional research tools in the broadcast and cable industry
At least one (1) year management experience at a Manager or Director level, leading and managing a team
Expert knowledge of Nielsen systems
Excellent writing and verbal presentation skills
Proficient in all MS Office products, especially PowerPoint and Excel
Experience interfacing with senior level leadership
Eligibility Requirements
Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
Must be willing to work in New York, NY
Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be 18 years or older
Must have a valid driver’s license
ResponsibilitiesOverview
Reporting to the VP of Strategy and Insights, the Research Director is responsible for providing strategic and analytical guidance in support of Content Distribution