Research Data Analyst

Full-time

Description

About Us:

Weigel Broadcasting Co. is a family-owned media company based in Chicago, Illinois. The company owns and operates national television networks, as well as local broadcast stations throughout the country. Weigel is a leader in broadcast television with MeTV, Memorable Entertainment Television, the number one rated classic TV entertainment network, as well as the Movies! Network in cooperation with the Fox Television Stations, the Catchy Comedy Network, the H&I - Heroes & Icons Network, the Start TV Network and the Dabl Network in association with the CBS Television Stations, the Story Television Network, the MeTV Toons Network in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery, and WEST- Western Entertainment Series Television Network. Weigel produces the original network TV programs Svengoolie, Toon In With Me and Collector’s Call. Weigel's local stations include CBS, ABC, The CW, MyNet, Telemundo and Univision network affiliates and independent stations, offering a mix of entertainment programming, local news and professional and college sports broadcasts in 29 U.S. markets including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Weigel is the creator of the nationally syndicated music format MeTV FM. For more information on Weigel, visit: .

Research Data Analyst:

Weigel Broadcasting in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Data Analyst to manage research data analytics workflow, timeline development, and all projects for our local television stations, radio station, and our six nationally rated networks.

About the Role

· Lead research and data analytics strategy across our local television stations in Chicago, Milwaukee, and South Bend

· Oversee research support for our radio station, WRME-FM in Chicago

· Support our six nationally rated networks: MeTV, Heroes & Icons, Start TV, Catchy Comedy, dabl, and MeTV Toons

· Serve as the primary research partner and resource to the National and Local Sales teams

· Deliver data-driven insights that enhance advertiser partnerships and support revenue growth

What You’ll Do

· Fulfill Sales managers and Account Executives requests for qualitative and expenditure data

· Develop and maintain market, station, customer category, and client specific presentations

· Communicate the value of local assets to station management/department heads, account executives, and advertising community

· Become the station expert on all in-house, third-party research, and data systems (e.g., NLTV, NNTV, NPOWER, MRI Gfk Simmons, Strata FreeWheel, Scarborough, and comScore, etc)

· Other duties, as assigned

What We Prefer:

· Gained 1-3 years of broadcast or cable research experience (or equivalent)

· Obtained a college degree (or equivalent)

· Knowledge of Nielson, Comscore, Media Monitors, Strata(FreeWheel), Scarborough, and MRI/Gfk-Simmons

· Strong quantitative, analytical, and oral and written communication skills

What You’ve Done

· Detail oriented, organized, customer service focused, and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure

· Skilled in using PC, Web based software, and Microsoft 365 Programs to compile and analyze consumer research, retail expenditures, and product/lifestyle information across key retail categories

· Implemented research strategies and projects that support the needs of the GSMs, department heads, and sales staff

· Developed market presentations covering sports sponsorships, Fall lineup, and how broadcast media differentiates from other media

If you have what we are looking for, please apply with your resume and cover letter.

What We Offer:

· Location: One block from the aptly named Restaurant Row, & convenient access to highways and public transportation

· Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Package, Long Term Disability Insurance & Accident Insurance

· Retirement & Savings: HSA Plan, 401k with Company Match

· Time Off: Vacation/Personal/Sick/Paid Holidays

· Leave Support: Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave

· Family Benefits: Paid Parental Leave

· Commuter Benefits: Tax-free Transit & Tax-free Discounted Parking Access

Weigel Broadcasting Co. maintains an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for all applicants and employees. We give fair consideration to all qualified persons and afford all our employees opportunities for advancement according to their individual abilities, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex, or other protected categories. No opportunities for promotion, transfer or any other benefit of employment will be diminished through discriminatory practices. Employees or prospective employees have the right to notify an appropriate local, state or Federal agency if they believe they have been discriminated against.

Salary Description

$55,000-$70,000