Media Research Manager

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Our client is a global media, entertainment, and technology research firm providing proprietary data, forecasting, and strategic insight across television, streaming, film, advertising, and digital media markets. The firm supports decision-makers at major studios, streaming platforms, broadcasters, telecom operators, advertising agencies, consultancies, and financial institutions.

The organization operates internationally with teams across North America, Europe, and other global markets, and is known for combining rigorous data modeling, market forecasting, and thought leadership to inform commercial and strategic decisions.

We are seeking a Media Research Manager to lead research and forecasting initiatives focused on the TV, streaming, and online video ecosystem.

This role sits at the intersection of research, analytics, client engagement, and people leadership. The successful candidate will act as a senior expert representing media research externally while collaborating closely with internal commercial and consulting teams.

This position includes line management responsibilities, ownership of market models and forecasts, and regular interaction with clients and industry stakeholders.

Media Research Manager Benefits

• Hybrid work model (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)
• Collaborative, intellectually driven team culture
• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off
• Opportunities for professional development, industry exposure, and leadership growth

Media Research Manager Responsibilities

Research, Forecasting & Analysis

• Lead market forecasting and modeling related to television, streaming, digital video, advertising, and content investment
• Develop, refine, and maintain quantitative models tracking media economics, content spend, and market performance
• Ensure research outputs reflect global market dynamics and cross-regional trends
• Identify opportunities to improve data quality, analytical processes, and research methodologies
• Oversee production of reports, white papers, and data-driven editorial content

Client & Commercial Engagement

• Serve as a senior research representative in client meetings, presentations, and industry events
• Translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights for executive audiences
• Support commercial teams with product demonstrations, research briefings, and prospect engagement
• Contribute to thought leadership, including conference presentations, media commentary, and published insights
• Support custom consulting projects, including strategic analysis, bespoke forecasting, and market assessments

Leadership & Team Management

• Line manage and mentor a small team of researchers and analysts
• Plan and allocate workloads to ensure timely, high-quality research delivery
• Review and quality-assure analytical outputs for rigor and consistency
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of new team members as the function grows

Media Research Manager Qualifications & Experience

• 4+ years of experience in media research, market intelligence, strategy, analytics, or consulting
• Strong understanding of TV, streaming, digital media, advertising, and content economics
• Demonstrated experience building or managing market forecasts, financial models, or analytical frameworks
• Ability to communicate complex findings clearly through written reports and executive presentations
• Experience presenting insights to clients, stakeholders, or industry audiences
• Prior experience managing, mentoring, or coaching junior team members
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience working with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Qlik, Power BI) is a plus
• Basic knowledge of Python, SQL, or other analytical tools is advantageous but not required
• Strong organizational skills and ability to balance hands-on research with leadership responsibilities

Preferred Backgrounds (Non-Exclusive)

• Media & entertainment research firms
• Market intelligence or insights teams at studios, streaming platforms, broadcasters, or ad-tech companies
• Management consulting or strategy roles focused on media, TMT, or digital platforms
• Internal content strategy, market intelligence, or forecasting teams

JOB ID: 170167

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Brian Douglas

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