Research Analyst

Position Overview: Versant, an industry-leading news, sports and entertainment media business that provides content through a portfolio of iconic television networks (MSNBC, CNBC, USA Network, Golf Channel, E!, SYFY and Oxygen) and complementary digital assets (Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and SportsEngine), is seeking a Research Analyst who is energized by the idea of contributing to the growth of a new company within a fast-paced media landscape. This position reports to the Director of Consumer Insights and, in collaboration with members of the broader Content and Audience Analytics team, will play a pivotal role in developing a deep understanding of viewership and audience trends and consumers’ perceptions and attitudes towards Versant portfolio brands.The Research Analyst will build a wide array of research skills and capabilities. They will support primary research studies, including surveys, focus groups, dial tests, and data analysis, while also contributing to regular reporting of cross-platform audience metrics in collaboration with the Program Research team.  The ideal candidate for this role is someone who loves tackling tough questions, has a passion for consumer insights, TV/video content, and the media industry, and is motivated to juggle many projects and priorities.Responsibilities: Collaborate with the broader Consumer Insights team to support ongoing research needs and custom research studies from strategy through execution, including the management of viewer panels, content research, and ad-hoc studiesAssist in designing, fielding, and analyzing the results of primary research studiesCollect, analyze, and interpret viewership data for recurring reports and ad hoc requestsProvide support in the creation of in-depth reports on news, sports, and entertainment linear shows and competitive programs, synthesizing information from multiple data setsContribute to story-driven, executive-friendly presentationsAssist with team project management and administrative duties as needed