Film Market Research Manager or Senior Manager

National Research Group•Culver City, CA

4h•$80,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

NRG is a leading global insights and strategy firm at the confluence of content, culture, and technology. We stay ahead of what’s next, providing fresh insights to spark new ideas. We’re a trusted partner to our clients, working behind the scenes to bring imagination, depth, and clarity to their biggest challenges - in entertainment, technology, lifestyle, sports, and gaming. Together, we create with confidence. We’re proud of our company’s values - these values guide us as we navigate sunny days, gray skies, and everything in between: Do what you love. With conviction. Where discovery lives. And impact drives. Celebrate difference. Cultivate belonging. Big thinking. Collectively inspired. Embrace the journey. Be human. The Opportunity Do you like to geek out about movies? Do you have more than a casual interest in all things film? An eye for detail and teasing a story out of numbers? We want you! Our Syndicated Tracking team is looking for a Manager or Senior Manager to join our growing and dynamic team. As a member of the Syndicated Tracking team, you will help lead NRG’s flagship Tracking products (the tracking of record in the industry) as well as support custom initiatives driven by the Film team. Working with members of the team, you’ll have the opportunity to manage the full 360 of the product lines from operations to analysis. You will play a key role in our theatrical tracking efforts, which cover 12 markets worldwide including the US, with a strong focus on international regions. You’ll work with industry experts and partner with clients across the theatrical space.

Requirements

Experience – We’d love for you to have 3-5 years’ experience working in consumer insights, consumer research or in an analyst/strategy role at an entertainment/media company.
Your degree(s) – Ideally looking for a BA/BSc degree with a strong academic record, and with a degree in areas such as Social Sciences, Business, Marketing, Market Research, Statistics, Economics or a related field. Additional degrees are welcome!
Passion – An enthusiasm for research, data driven approaches, and strategic thinking. You live and breathe all things entertainment and enjoy staying up to date on industry trends and developments. Small talking or deep diving on entertainment fuels you.
Research practitioner – In depth understanding and experience with complex quantitative research methodologies, particularly tracking studies
Curiosity and critical thinking – You are genuinely interested in seeking information on the “whys.” You have the ability to address issues using creative and collaborative tactics.
Data viz chops – Expert at navigating data sets and extracting insights. Experience visualizing data with tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs, Slides, Keynote and more.
Storytelling – Strong writing skills where you can craft a story around data insights and clearly communicate key points in a succinct manner. You have great oral communication skills as well.
Client-centric – You love nurturing and building relationships and can confidently provide strategic guidance to your clients.
Self-starter – Internally-motivated who continuously strives to get things done well, regardless of challenges encountered.
Expert multitasker – Successfully manages time and multiple competing priorities to ensure deadlines are always met. Staying organized is a must for managing projects!
Hawk-eyed attention to detail – No errors get past you, and you do all that you can to ensure nothing slips through the cracks when it comes to quality control and reporting.
Great Team Member – Team player who is able to work collaboratively and harmoniously within a team and across teams. You will roll up your sleeves to help get the job done and no task is beneath you. You welcome feedback because you have a zest for learning and growing.

Responsibilities

Manage all phases of quantitative research projects, including research design, questionnaire development, data analysis and storytelling.
Translate research data into clear, actionable insights and recommendations through story-driven reports.
Partner with internal and external operations teams (programming, fieldwork, data processing) to drive projects forward on stringent timelines.
Cultivate and foster client relationships through effectively managing day-to-day client interaction, solving client issues and concerns and successfully executing projects.
Troubleshoot any issues that arise in an efficient and effective manner.
Help mentor and develop junior team members, giving meaningful feedback on all aspects of a project and training analysts across methodologies.

Benefits

Flexible/remote working environment with optional usage of our great office in Culver City.
Preference for Los Angeles–based candidates who can attend in-person meetings and presentations; exceptional West Coast remote candidates will be considered. For LA-based hires, some in-office time is expected during onboarding and training, with greater flexibility thereafter.
Unlimited PTO, volunteer days and a generous number of recharge days including a full office closure during the week of Christmas and New Year’s
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
401K with company match
Generous paid Parental Leave
Regular performance evaluations with opportunities for promotions and merit increases
Educational and training reimbursement plan and other training and professional development opportunities
Employee perks program (includes discounts on travel, hotels, cars, fitness, movie tickets and more)
Resources available for mental health, inclusive care and family building
NRGratitude – our company-wide employee recognition program
Regular team/company events and activities including annual summer and holiday parties
Pet friendly headquarters and pet insurance options