Media Analyst

Chicago, IL (On-site)

$56K/yr – $77K/yrMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 3 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the measurement and analytics rhythm for media campaigns across online and offline channels, turning data into timely optimization. Build the data spine, experiment design, and reporting to guide future budgets, partners, and scheduling.

  • Campaign measurement: define KPIs and tracking requirements with analytics and media teams.
  • Data analysis: run ongoing analyses to optimize campaigns, segment customers, and benchmark against rivals.
  • Knowledge base: capture media performance learnings to inform future schedules, budgets, and partner selections.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Work with the Analytics Manager and the media teams to create measurable online and offline campaign objectives and key performance indicators
  • Determine campaign data and tracking requirements
  • Manage measurement systems for data capture and reporting
  • Work with the Analytics Manager to perform ongoing analysis using Excel, SPSS, SAS, etc. to ensure the timely adjustment/optimization of campaigns, along with other client-specific analyses (such as campaign analysis, customer segmentation and profiling and competitive market research)
  • Build a body of knowledge on media, technology, and strategy performance with the objective of informing future media decisions on schedules, budgets, partners, and strategies

Requirements

  • 1-2 years’ experience within an analytics function in the marketing industry or multiple dedicated internships
  • Experience in the analysis of large data sets to develop insights and learnings (data mining)
  • Strong analytical skills with understanding of statistical techniques: hypothesis development, designing tests/experiments, analyzing data, drawing conclusions, and developing actionable recommendations
  • SQL and database structure a huge plus
  • Knowledge of visual techniques for data analysis and presentation
  • Knowledge of current issues within the online media industry, such as attribution, data collection, targeting, and privacy are a good to have
  • Must feel comfortable learning new systems and tools
  • Familiarity with some of these web measurement technologies an added bonus:
  • Ad serving platforms (e.g. DART) and digital display campaign performance data
  • Website analytics software (e.g. Adobe SiteCatalyst, Test & Target)
  • Technical computer skills including Excel and PowerPoint
  • Data visualization skills a plus (e.g. Tableau)
  • Syndicated media research & systems (Nielsen, comScore, MRI, Scarborough)
  • Statistical software packages (e.g. SPSS, SAS)

Preferred

  • SQL and database structure a huge plus
  • Data visualization skills a plus (e.g. Tableau)
  • Knowledge of current issues within the online media industry, such as attribution, data collection, targeting, and privacy are a good to have
  • Syndicated media research & systems (Nielsen, comScore, MRI, Scarborough)
  • Statistical software packages (e.g. SPSS, SAS)

Benefits

  • medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off
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As one of the fastest-growing global media agency networks, Spark Foundry is not beholden to legacy.We embrace nimbleness, agility and open-mindedness as part of our Startup Spirit. But as part of Publicis Media, we tap into a Powerhouse Soul, gaining access to first-mover opportunities alongside market-shaping clout, plus leading-edge AI and technology.Together, our Startup Spirit and Powerhouse Soul allow us to innovate and iterate faster than any other agency, bringing clients a distinct competitive advantage. Our innovative experiences have been recognized by Cannes Lions, Effies, Shortys and Webbys, all delivered by best-in-class talent across more than 70 global offices. Spark Foundry is part of the global Publicis Media agency network, a key division of Publicis Groupe [Euronext Paris FR0000130577, CAC 40].

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