Assistant Country Format Coordinator

iHeartMedia • Virtual, WA

11d • Remote

About The Position

iHeartMedia is the number one audio company in America, reaching 90% of Americans monthly. We are the largest podcast publisher and have a significant social media footprint. Our company values collaboration, curiosity, and respect. We are seeking a Music Research Specialist for Country music who is passionate about music, audio, entertainment, and pop culture. This role involves utilizing research databases to provide data for advertisers, creating presentations, fulfilling ad-hoc research requests, and assisting with advertising effectiveness projects. The ideal candidate will educate and partner with marketing and sales staff on how to best utilize analytics. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

Requirements

• Experience with media research and software programs, including Nielsen Audio, Scarborough, MRI-Simmons, ACT 1, Media Monitors, Nielsen TV and comScore is highly desired.
• Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint are a must.
• Proficiency with other analytic and database tools and resources is a plus.
• Strong combination of analytical aptitude and creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; ability to build positive relationships with a variety of personalities and roles.
• Ability to articulate our “story” across assets, platforms and audiences.
• Passion for music, audio, entertainment and pop culture.
• Ability to manage expectations, juggle various projects and deliver accurate analysis in a high-paced environment.
• Undergraduate degree or appropriate combination of education and experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return.
• Business insight and ability to apply general knowledge of business.
• Individual accountability and understanding of when to seek guidance.
• Skills managing assigned projects to completion using instruction, guidance, and direction.
• Skills to solve problems within standardized procedures and practices.
• Ability to communicate straightforward information in a digestible manner and an understanding of when to ask questions in order to validate understanding.
• Understanding of impact of own decisions.
• General understanding of business principles.

Responsibilities

• 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 advertising impact.
• Educate and partner with marketing and sales staff on how best to utilize the quantitative and qualitative analytics provided.

Benefits

• 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
• 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!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree