Researcher Production Jobs

*** Sports is looking for an enthusiastic, detail-oriented sports fan to work with our team of Researchers to create and deliver in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment materials that convey in-depth, creative and accurate information to inform and i *** uence coverage in studio and game broadcasts, and throughout *** Sports departments. The ideal candidate will use deep sports knowledge, an insatiable curiosity and sound news judgment, to provide statistical, analytical, biographical, and other information to support storytelling that is timely, relevant, and innovative. The Researcher will partner with teammates to develop ideas for graphical and other visual presentations for all sports in the *** Sports portfolio, including but not limited to *** , college football and basketball, golf, and soccer. Must be able to work nights, weekends and flexible hours. Candidates must be available to work full-time in office.

Responsibilities:
• Use deep sports knowledge along with strong research techniques to generate and support ideas based on live sporting events, breaking news and other developments in the sports world.
• Create and deliver informational packets that include data about our games; statistical nuggets and analytical context; storylines ranging from matchups to profiles to features to columns; and ideas for on-screen elements.
• Conduct a variety of searches using statistical tools and databases, school/team websites, social *** , other *** outlets, and other sources to support storytelling and coverage for all game and studio productions
• Build relationships with producers, on-air talent, and graphics and video associates, to ensure the highest quality and depth of information
• Initiate and maintain files of milestones, historical records, trends and developing themes, as well as releases, story ideas, scheduled events, and other relevant information about the sports, conferences, teams, coaches and players covered on *** Sports and *** Sports Network
• Anticipate, identify and respond to relevant trends, developing storylines and noteworthy performances prior to and during live game action.
• Communicate in a timely and effective manner with content creators to provide thorough, creative and accurate statistical and storytelling information that will support and enhance productions.
• Deliver real-time reactions to notable performances, significant plays, and developing on-field storylines from live games.
• Chart out information that will be turned into graphics by presenting complex information in an easy-to-digest manner. Must have a keen eye to detail, an emphasis on accuracy and a focus on highlighting the priority storylines.
• Deliver materials to preview upcoming events and shows to anticipate trends, identify storylines to follow, and add context to developing angles.
• Proactively identify and suggest solutions to address potential coverage angles and storylines
• Develop original, creative ideas for graphics and video elements that provide statistical or other analysis of games, storylines and trending issues in sports.
• Utilize advanced metrics and related statistics to develop creative angles for coverage
• Prepare general background/research material for other entities as needed.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred.

• Excellent working knowledge of and interest in multiple sports, especially *** , college football, college basketball, golf and soccer.
• A resourceful ability to conduct research and a passion for discovering and sharing new knowledge is a must.
• Must have experience with a variety of approaches to Internet searches and be fluent in electronic newsgathering techniques, including quickly navigating the Internet and best practices for utilizing social *** .
• Relevant educational or work experience in journalism, communications or production fields is preferred.
• Experience in sports studio/broadcast environments, or other sports *** fields, a plus.

*** Sports, a year-round leader in cross-platform sports coverage, broadcasts a portfolio of events on the *** Television Network, including THE *** ON *** ; college football, including the SEC ON *** ; college basketball, including the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship; golf, including The Masters®, PGA Championship and PGA TOUR; soccer, including the UEFA Champions League and NWSL; and *** SPORTS SPECTACULAR.

In addition, the division includes *** SPORTS NET****, the 24-hour cable home of *** Sports which televises live sports programming throughout the year, including college football and basketball games, UEFA Champions League and Europa League action, Italy's Serie A matches, Concacaf national team competitions, as well as a full slate of original programming and studio coverage.

*** Sports also delivers an extensive lineup of global soccer coverage on *** +, including every UEFA club competition match, all Serie A matches as well as Concacaf national team competitions, and produces INSIDE THE *** for *** +. *** Sports Digital's multi-platform offerings include *** Sports.com and the *** Sports apps for mobile and connected TV devices; the 24/7 streaming sports news network *** Sports HQ; 247Sports; MaxPreps; *** Sports fantasy games; and SportsLine.

*** is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At *** , the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. *** is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access. *** as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [Please reply using Staff Me Up]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

Nearest Major Market: Fort Lauderdale
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including *** , *** News, MS *** , *** , *** Sports, *** , *** Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and *** , our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. *** Universal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast *** Universal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

Role Purpose

The Research Coordinator will provide full administrative support to the SVP, Entertainment Research & Decision Sciences for the Entertainment Networks ( *** , Bravo, E!, Oxygen, SYFY, Universal Kids, & USA) and serve as liaison with both internal constituents and external vendors. Additionally, this person will have the opportunity to generate and distribute reports and analyze viewership across age, gender, and other demographics, using both television ratings and digital data.

Responsibilities:

• Support administrative needs of SVP, Entertainment Research & Decision Sciences by professionally answering phones, preparing all correspondence, expenses and travel arrangements, and coordinating calendars, including meetings and appointments
• Assist in ongoing operations of the office/team, including ensuring conference rooms are coordinated and equipped to handle virtual/in-person hybrid meetings
• Coordinate IT and facilities services for department, and order team office supplies as needed
• Ideate, plan and execute on department events/experiences to drive team culture
• Track and file Research department invoices, and manage department project budget
• Facilitate RFP (request for proposal) process with research vendors

• Manage, execute, and proofread research reports and projects as assigned

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
• Affinity for numbers / data
• Attention to detail
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY

Desired Characteristics:

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Superior organizational skills and prioritization abilities
• Excellent proofreading skills
• Must be able to work at a fast pace while managing multiple tasks and maintaining a professional attitude
• Proactive spirit in initiating ideas, processes, and/or experiences that will help the department run efficiently and promote team culture
• Awareness and interest in current TV programming and the TV landscape, along with the various ways to watch TV content
• Prior administrative assistant experience preferred

Additional Requirements:

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by *** Universal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $50,000 - $60,000

Additional Information

*** Universal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. *** Universal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access *** as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing [Please reply using Staff Me Up] .

Make your mark in Broadcasting and Digital *** . *** Group and Sinclair Digital Solutions are dedicated to making Sinclair a communications powerhouse! We are the largest and most diversified television broadcasting company in the country. Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides services to more television stations than anyone and has affiliations with all major networks. Sinclair Digital group is focused on bringing the most engaging content to web, mobile and over-the-top broadcasting to audiences all over the country! Our success is the result of extraordinary employees and an exemplary management team who believe in a vision and are dedicated ensuring a great future for our employees. Whether you are an industry veteran or a just starting out, you can find it at Sinclair! We are advancing the world of Broadcasting and we want YOU to join our winning team!



**** is seeking a detail-oriented Research Assistant for our sales department. This individual will be completely devoted to using market research to help our sellers achieve greater shares of business, and to interpret the value of our audiences delivered through our local broadcast television stations, community outreach and digital solutions. We are seeking someone with the following experience: sales, marketing, and statistical usage. The candidate should also be organized, detail oriented, and have good communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office is a must. This position will create client-focused, solution-based research presentations and sales pieces demonstrating the value of our station's audience deliveries. Excellent writing, organizational, and oral communication skills are a must. This is a fast paced environment and exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities include:

• Gather Research Data needed by Marketing Consultants and management to complete sales presentations
• Manage multiple resources and projects concurrently to ensure successful completion of station research, insights and analytics
• Efficiently work with the team of Marketing Consultants/Management
• Creation of PowerPoint presentations, database management and sales report maintenance
• Assist with preparation of presentations for sales staff and management

The ideal candidate would have some knowledge of the following areas:

• Nielsen and comScore Television Ratings
• TNS Television Monitoring Ser ***
• AdConnections Sales Research and Programming
• OSI Traffic and Contracting
• ****AR
• Google Analytics
• Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop or other creative suites a plus
• Excellent writing, organizational, and oral communication skills are a must

*** Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace!
Required Skills

Job Location Lynchburg, Virginia, United States Company Location HR.****.Roanoke-Lynchburg.Lynchburg.VA Position Type Full-Time/Regular

Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.

Welcome to *** Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are...

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role...

Fareed Zakaria GPS is *** 's flagship foreign affairs show. It airs on Sundays at 10a and 1pET. The show features intelligent discussion and sharp opinions - from Fareed and his guests. Past guests include everybody from President Obama to President Putin, Bill Gates to Bill Maher, Malcolm Gladwell to Neil deGrasse Tyson.

We are looking for a Researcher (Temporary) to join our team based in New York. Successful candidates will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail and broad curiosity about the world. We are looking for a fast and graceful writer.

Your Role Accountabilities...

• Find and research creative and current story ideas and guests
• Conduct research and fact-check for all information that goes on the air on GPS
• Assist Fareed Zakaria in research for his columns, blogposts and other writing
• Suggest stories, prepare research to support story preparation and find examples to illustrate trend stories
• Perform some light administrative work for Fareed
• With the executive producer and others, perform general quality control checks on the show before it is determined ready for air.

Qualifications & Experience...

• Proficient in use of the internet; excellent communication skills; self-starter, self-motivated; strong news judgment and research skills
• Substantial practical experience using the web for research is required
• Ability to comfortably work with diverse personalities in often intense newsroom situations
• Minimum educational requirement: 4-year college degree (bachelor's degree or international equivalent)
• Excellent communication skills - assertive yet diplomatic with the ability to make quick decisions under pressure, solve problems creatively, work independently and efficiently.
• The ability to multi-task, and switch gears elegantly based on changing needs and deadlines

How We Get Things Done...

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

The Legal Bits...
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of *** Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $52,416.00 - $97,344.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, *** Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

*** Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you're a qualified candidate and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at [Please reply using Staff Me Up].

*** Sports Golazo Network is looking for an enthusiastic, detail-oriented soccer fan to work with our team of Researchers to create and deliver in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment materials that convey in-depth, creative and accurate information to inform and i *** uence coverage in studio and game broadcasts, and throughout *** Sports departments. The ideal candidate will use deep soccer knowledge, an insatiable curiosity and sound news judgment, to provide statistical, analytical, biographical, and other information to support storytelling that is timely, relevant, and innovative. The Researcher will partner with teammates to develop ideas for graphical and other visual presentations for all soccer properties in and outside the *** Sports portfolio, including but not limited to Champions League, NWSL and more.

Must be able to work nights, weekends and flexible hours. Candidates must be available to work full-time in office.

Responsibilities:

• Use deep sports knowledge along with strong research techniques to generate and

support ideas based on sports *** ting, live sporting events, breaking news, and other developments in the soccer world.

• Create and deliver informational packets that include statistical nuggets, analytical

context and gambling trends; storylines ranging from matchups to profiles to features to columns; and ideas for on-screen elements.

• Build relationships with producers, on-air talent, and graphics and video associates, to ensure the highest quality and depth of information.

• Conduct a variety of searches using statistical tools and databases, team websites,

social *** , other *** outlets, and other sources to support storytelling and coverage for all game and studio productions.

• Build graphics by presenting complex information in an easy-to-digest manner. Must

have a keen eye to detail, an emphasis on accuracy and a focus on highlighting the priority storylines.

• Anticipate, identify and respond to relevant trends, developing storylines and noteworthy performances prior to and during live game action.

• Communicate in a timely and effective manner with content creators to provide

thorough, creative and accurate statistical and storytelling information that will support and enhance productions.

• Deliver real-time reactions to notable performances, significant plays, and developing on-field storylines, *** ting line changes during live games.

• Deliver materials to preview upcoming events and shows to anticipate trends, identify storylines to follow, and add context to developing angles.

• Proactively identify and suggest solutions to address potential coverage angles and storylines for all studio shows and talent.

• Develop original, creative ideas for graphics and video elements that provide statistical or other analysis of games, storylines and trending issues in sports.

• Collaborate with graphic and video teams for story planning, idea generation and coverage.

• Utilize advanced metrics and related statistics to develop creative angles for coverage.

• Work closely with on-air talent in-studio to provide essential information regarding games and athletes across sports and shows.

Basic Qualifications:

• Excellent knowledge of soccer is highly desired.

• Minimum 1 year of research experience (strong internships considered).

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

• Excellent working knowledge of and interest in multiple leagues across the soccer space.

• A resourceful ability to conduct research and a passion for discovering and sharing new knowledge is a must.

• Must have experience with a variety of approaches to Internet searches and be fluent

in electronic news gathering techniques, including quickly navigating the Internet and

best practices for utilizing social *** .

• Must be able to work nights, weekends and flexible hours.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to work independently while also thriving in a team-oriented environment.

• Excellent interpersonal and multi-tasking skills, as well as a keen attention to detail, are required.

• Must demonstrate ability and desire to work in a fast-paced environment under deadline, to prioritize assignments and ensure accuracy.

• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, proven ability to multitask, and demonstrate a keen attention to detail.

• Relevant educational or work experience in journalism, communications or production fields is preferred.

• Ability to work under tight deadlines and in high-pressure environments.

• Experience in sports studio/broadcast environments, or other sports *** fields, a plus.

• Must demonstrate ability to communicate ideas effectively and efficiently.

• Must be a self-starter with demonstrated initiative.

*** Sports, a year-round leader in cross-platform sports coverage, broadcasts a portfolio of events on the *** Television Network, including THE *** ON *** ; college football, including the SEC ON *** ; college basketball, including the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship; golf, including The Masters®, PGA Championship and PGA TOUR; soccer, including the UEFA Champions League and NWSL; and *** SPORTS SPECTACULAR.

In addition, the division includes *** SPORTS NET****, the 24-hour cable home of *** Sports which televises live sports programming throughout the year, including college football and basketball games, UEFA Champions League and Europa League action, Italy's Serie A matches, Concacaf national team competitions, as well as a full slate of original programming and studio coverage.

*** Sports also delivers an extensive lineup of global soccer coverage on *** +, including every UEFA club competition match, all Serie A matches as well as Concacaf national team competitions, and produces INSIDE THE *** for *** +. *** Sports Digital's multi-platform offerings include *** Sports.com and the *** Sports apps for mobile and connected TV devices; the 24/7 streaming sports news network *** Sports HQ; 247Sports; MaxPreps; *** Sports fantasy games; and SportsLine.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $47000.0 - 54000.0.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

*** is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At *** , the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. *** is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access. *** as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [Please reply using Staff Me Up]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

Nearest Major Market: Bridgeport
Nearest Secondary Market: Danbury

Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.

Welcome to *** Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are...

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your Role Accountabilities...

• Checking all verifiable facts in reporter scripts and other content for the *** Networks, *** Digital and *** Newsource, including documentaries and some affiliate reports.
• The researchers help manage the workflow of Row Editors and work closely with them on approving scripts.
• They also prepare background information and deep research for special projects and during rolling coverage or breaking news.
• The Row researchers sometimes support field correspondents by assisting package producers.
• This position is pre-eminently an editorial one, demanding detailed up-to-date knowledge of news stories, an ability to find and marshal reliable sources and communicate effectively with show EPs, reporters and the Row Editors.
• The Senior Row Researcher is a vital part of the Row leadership team in the Newsroom. They lead training for new Researchers, News Associates and Interns, make Researcher assignments for documentaries and represent the Row Researchers in discussions with Row leadership.

Qualifications & Experience...

• Successful candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, the ability to find answers to very specific questions - as well as an intense interest in events here and around the world.
• Applicants must have professional-level knowledge of Spanish.
• Some editorial experience at either university or post-graduation required
• Substantial practical experience using online sources for research is required.
• Field reporting or production experience at university or post-graduation desirable.
• Prior research experience or experience as a newsroom assistant or AP desirable.
• The ability to work quickly under pressure and collaborate closely with others is essential.

How We Get Things Done...

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

The Legal Bits...

*** Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you're a qualified candidate and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at [Please reply using Staff Me Up].

*** is the world's leading streaming entertainment ser *** for over 247 million households in more than 190 countries, connecting people of all ages with stories they love on any of their favorite devices.

The EMEA Research team is central in uncovering compelling ways to engage and entertain our members across Europe, Middle East and Africa. This Researcher role supports our country researchers, who support local decision making, and our Product researcher who works with Partnership, Payments and Monetization teams across EMEA

This is an opportunity to lead innovative research, analysis and storytelling with a demonstrable impact on the EMEA business. You will be responsible for defining, leading, analyzing, and socializing research studies that generate insights to empower business decisions across the company. You'll partner with cross-functional teams passionate about delivering the most engaging, innovative, and inclusive content and experiences.

In this role, you will:

• Synthesize data from multiple sources (surveys, qualitative, behavioral, 3rd party) to craft clear meaning and create bigger insights.
• Lead both qual and quant ad hoc research projects across multiple countries and areas (Content, Marketing, Product), under the supervision of senior researchers across the EMEA team.
• Proactively partner with other CI researchers and cross-functional partners, including Content, Marketing, Product, Data Science and Brand, to develop new research initiatives

About you:

• Experience in product research, market research, content research, and/or analytics. Hands-on experience leading end-to-end quantitative research studies is required. Some mixed methods research experience is preferred but not required.
• A balance of creative and analytical skills with the ability to proactively define research questions, identify appropriate methods, execute studies, and synthesize findings.
• Able to prioritize their efforts in line with business need, and juggle multiple requests from different colleagues
• Strong communicator with a bias toward action to proactively collaborate with multiple teams across the company
• Strong storytelling and data synthesizing skills
• Can thrive in our unique culture
• Self-starter and problem solver who loves "getting in the weeds" with quantitative data (including survey data, public "big data" repositories, and internal logged data).
• Research experience in EMEA (including the Middle East and Africa) is preferred but not required
• Business English required; a second EMEA language is beneficial

Location (listed in order of preference): Los Gatos, CA, Los Angeles, CA OR Remote

*** is the world's leading streaming entertainment ser *** for over 247 million households in more than 190 countries, connecting people from all kinds of backgrounds with stories they love on any of their favorite devices.

The Product Experience Research team is part of the broader Data & Insights organization at *** . Our team occupies a central role in uncovering compelling ways to engage and entertain our global members and prospective members. This Senior Researcher role supports the Member Experience and Personalization teams, which strive to make finding the right title on *** intuitive and compelling with highly relevant recommendations tailored to members' in-the-moment needs. Specifically, this role focuses on consumer-facing experiences in the *** app and search & recommendations experiences powered by machine learning to maximize member satisfaction. You will innovate on experiences to delight members in our mission to entertain the world.

This is an opportunity to lead innovative research with demonstrable impact on a global scale. You will be responsible for defining, leading, analyzing, and socializing research studies that generate insights to empower business decisions across the company. You'll partner with cross-functional teams who are passionate about delivering the most engaging, innovative, and inclusive experiences.

In this role, you will:

• Identify, prioritize, and lead research roadmaps that generate insights to inform product strategies across the company.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Product, Design, Data Science, Engineering, Content, Product Marketing, and Communications to proactively develop research initiatives.
• Define, design, execute and socialize a range of research studies that build a strong understanding of existing and future audiences and their experiences around the world.
• Identify best practices in existing and emerging research methodologies.

About you:

• Demonstrable experience in product research and/or user experience (UX) research, with mixed methods expertise including hands-on experience leading end-to-end quantitative and qualitative research studies.
• A balance of creative and analytical skills with the ability to proactively define research questions, identify appropriate methods, execute studies, and synthesize findings.
• Strong communicator with a bias toward action to proactively collaborate with multiple teams across the company.
• Passionate about translating findings into actionable strategic business recommendations.
• Advanced degree in psychology, social sciences, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Global research experience is highly preferred but not required.
• Experience or interest in personalized recommendation systems preferred but not required.

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $110,000 - $440,000.

*** provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are im *** tely entitled to flexible time off. See more detail about our Benefits here.

*** is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

*** is one of the world's leading streaming entertainment services, with over 260 million members in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, documentaries, feature films, and mobile games across various genres and languages. Members can play, pause, and resume watching as they want, anytime, anywhere, and change their plans anytime.

The Product Experience Research team is central in uncovering compelling ways to engage and entertain our global members. This Senior Research role supports Growth, which strives to *** ter attract new members to *** and explore new monetization opportunities worldwide. Specifically, this role will focus on how *** can deliver *** ter value to more members through new ad-supported offerings.

This is an opportunity to lead innovative research with demonstrable impact on a global scale. You will be responsible for defining, leading, analyzing, and socializing research studies that generate insights to empower business decisions across the company. You'll partner with cross-functional teams passionate about delivering the most engaging, innovative, and inclusive experiences.

In this role, you will:

• Identify, prioritize, and lead research roadmaps that generate insights to inform monetization strategies across the company.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Product, Ads, Product Marketing, Design, Data Science, Strategy Planning & Analysis, and Brand to proactively develop research initiatives.
• Define, design, execute, and socialize a range of research studies that build a strong understanding of existing and future audiences and their experiences worldwide.
• Identify best practices in existing and emerging research methodologies.

About you:

• Demonstrable experience in product research and/or user experience (UX) research informing growth and monetization strategy. Experience supporting subscription businesses or ad-supported online products preferred.
• Mixed methods research expertise including hands-on experience leading end-to-end quantitative and qualitative research studies.
• A balance of creative and analytical skills with the ability to proactively define research questions, identify appropriate methods, execute studies, and synthesize findings.
• Strong communicator with a bias toward action to proactively collaborate with multiple teams across the company.
• Passionate about translating findings into actionable strategic business recommendations
• Global research experience is highly preferred but not required.

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $110,000 - $440,000.

*** provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are im *** tely entitled to flexible time off. See more detail about our Benefits here.

*** is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

Job Summary:

This part time role will need to work in shifts according to rosters determined by the Company-
Weekday part time: available to work on Mondays to Fridays
Weekend part time: available to work on Saturdays, Sundays & all Public Holidays

Hong Kong *** land delivers world-class ser *** and lifetime memories for our Guests. As a Cast Member, you will be an important part of the *** Show. Working at Hong Kong *** land offers you the opportunity to participate in comprehensive training and experience excellent career development opportunities. Interested in a career with a difference? Join us now!

Responsibilities:

• Conduct interviews with guests and collect data for all in-park research studies at outdoor areas
• Interact with guests on a daily basis and provide assistance if necessary

Basic Qualifications:

• Ability to speak fluent Cantonese, English and Putonghua
• Ability to conduct an interview to collect response in a logical manner
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

The following qualifications are preferred, but not necessary:

• Previous work experience in customer ser *** / field or telephone interview preferred
• Tertiary education qualification from Hotel, Hospitality, Tourism Management, or related courses

Additional Information:

Schedule Availability
Our Theme Park and Resort Hotels operate 365 days a year. Candidates will need to work shifts according to a roster that is determined by the Company.

Submitting Your Application
After clicking "Apply for this job" below, the employment application will open in a new window. Please complete ALL pages of the application in ENGLISH by clicking "Next" on each page, then "Submit" on the final page

About Hong Kong *** land Resort:

Hong Kong *** land Resort brings unforgettable, culturally distinctive *** experiences for guests of all ages and nationalities. Hong Kong is home to the fifth *** Resort in the world. The city's landscape and vibrant, diverse culture has inspired our Imagineers to create a variety of entertainment that is unique to Hong Kong *** land Resort.

Hong Kong *** land consists of the following seven themed areas: Adventureland, Fantasyland, Grizzly Gulch, Main Street U.S.A., Mystic Point, Tomorrowland and Toy Story Land. These areas feature themed attractions, entertainment and interactive experiences, restaurants, merchandise shops and refreshment stands. Additionally, there are daily parades and nighttime events. The Resort has three theme resort hotels: Hong Kong *** land Hotel, *** Explorers Lodge and *** 's Hollywood Hotel.

To date, Hong Kong *** land Resort has welcomed millions of Guests. Since 2006, Hong Kong *** land has ranked among the top five most popular places to visit in Hong Kong, according to the Hong Kong Tourism Board's annual Statistical Review.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** Entertainment, *** , *** Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Hongkong International Theme Parks Limited , which is part of a business we call Hong Kong *** land Resort .

Job Summary:

HKD$6,000* Special Welcome Reward paid out upon successfully joined by this position with completion of 6 months of continuous employment
*Terms & Conditions to be applied

Hong Kong *** land delivers world-class ser *** and lifetime memories for our Guests. As a Cast Member, you will be an important part of the *** Show. Working at Hong Kong *** land offers you the opportunity to participate in comprehensive training and experience excellent career development opportunities. Interested in a career with a difference? Join us now!

Responsibilities:

• Conduct interviews with guests and collect data for all in-park research studies at outdoor areas
• Interact with guests on a daily basis and provide assistance if necessary

Basic Qualifications:

• Education qualification: Matriculated/ DSE, Tertiary educated preferred
• No working experience is needed
• Ability to conduct an interview to collect response in a logical manner
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluent in English, Cantonese and Putonghua
• Both morning and afternoon shifts and outdoor work required. Typically 9 hours per shift, subject to operational requirement

Preferred Qualifications:

The following qualifications are preferred, but not necessary:

• Previous work experience in customer ser *** / field or telephone interview preferred
• Tertiary education qualification from Hotel, Hospitality, Tourism Management, or related courses

Additional Information:

SCHEDULE AVAILABILITY Our Theme Park and Resort Hotels operate 365 days a year. Candidates will need to work shifts according to a roster that is determined by the Company, including shifts on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.

SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION After clicking "Apply for this job" below, the employment application will open in a new window. Please complete ALL pages of the application in ENGLISH by clicking "Next" on each page, then "Submit" on the final page.

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About Hong Kong *** land Resort:

Hong Kong *** land Resort brings unforgettable, culturally distinctive *** experiences for guests of all ages and nationalities. Hong Kong is home to the fifth *** Resort in the world. The city's landscape and vibrant, diverse culture has inspired our Imagineers to create a variety of entertainment that is unique to Hong Kong *** land Resort.

Hong Kong *** land consists of the following seven themed areas: Adventureland, Fantasyland, Grizzly Gulch, Main Street U.S.A., Mystic Point, Tomorrowland and Toy Story Land. These areas feature themed attractions, entertainment and interactive experiences, restaurants, merchandise shops and refreshment stands. Additionally, there are daily parades and nighttime events. The Resort has three theme resort hotels: Hong Kong *** land Hotel, *** Explorers Lodge and *** 's Hollywood Hotel.

To date, Hong Kong *** land Resort has welcomed millions of Guests. Since 2006, Hong Kong *** land has ranked among the top five most popular places to visit in Hong Kong, according to the Hong Kong Tourism Board's annual Statistical Review.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** Entertainment, *** , *** Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Hongkong International Theme Parks Limited , which is part of a business we call Hong Kong *** land Resort .

*** *** makes global business leaders smarter, faster with breaking news, expert opinion and proprietary data delivered on every platform, across every time zone. Our name means instant credibility whether it is the *** Terminal, *** .com, *** Television, *** Originals, *** Radio, *** Mobile, *** Businessweek, *** Markets, *** Live or any of our other platforms. We publish in more places than any other *** company does.

*** *** is looking for a Campaign Measurement Research Manager to join its Data Science & Insights team to measure the success and effectiveness of commercial partnerships.

You will help a variety of advertisers across a range of industries measure the effectiveness of their advertising across the *** *** ecosystem. You'll design, execute and manage research projects in order to prove the value of advertising across *** ensuring you deliver actionable recommendations to clients.

In addition to being a dedicated measurement partner for sales teams in Europe and the Middle East, many campaigns booked out of the region will be global by nature so experience of managing and analysing multi country studies would be preferential.

*** *** have technological measurement solutions already in place so you will have the ambition to learn more about data collection and how it complements more traditional research methods. Many of our commercial *** partnerships are multi-platform, running across digital, TV, video, print, audio, events and sponsored content, so you will have experience developing studies to measure the combined effects of advertising across formats and platforms. Client facing experience would be beneficial as results are key in renewal conversations.

You are comfortable working in a cross-disciplinary team to interpret client briefs, identify key success metrics and translate into measurement studies. You will work collaboratively with a roster of research agency partners and will have the ability to i *** uence budget.

The role is part of an expansion of *** *** *** team and follows significant growth in *** partnerships among leading business, finance, technology and luxury brands, as well as large-scale projects for governments and multinationals. As a result, you will frequently be measuring performance among hard to find and niche audiences on a global scale.

Reporting to *** *** Data Science & Insights Team, this is a busy role within a fast-paced team.

We'll trust you to:

• Design, implement and manage multiple research studies that measure advertising effectiveness across *** *** 's multiplatform portfolio, which includes digital, TV, print, social, audio, events and sponsored content.
• Devise appropriate research methodologies in line with client KPIs, as well as writing appropriate questionnaires.
• Analyse and present findings internally as well as to clients and agencies.
• Extract key learnings and recommendations to improve an advertiser's return on investment.
• Forward thinking, looking for new and innovative ways to prove the value of advertising across *** properties
• Build strong relationships with research partners and panel providers in order to create an efficient process.
• Work closely and collaborate with the *** *** *** and Sales team, as well as *** planning and campaign management, pricing and inventory and project managers to streamline the process and ensure clients KPIs are met.
• Have the ability to build strong relationships to work within a global, multidisciplinary internal team.

You'll need to have:

• 5+ years of research experience, expertise in *** effectiveness and measurement.
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• *** owner/agency/consultancy experience desirable.
• Ability to explain research methodologies in a straightforward way.
• Broad knowledge of publishing and cross platform communications.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced, client-facing, *** environment.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Data savvy.
• Good presenting and storytelling abilities.

This is a great opportunity for a *** researcher to take control of *** *** 's measurement programme, working across all *** platforms on a global scale and help shape the future of measurement at *** *** .

Apply if you think we're a good match. We'll get in touch to let you know that the next steps are, but in the meantime feel free to have a look at:
***

*** is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or maternity/parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

*** provides reasonable adjustment/accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable adjustment/accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable adjustment/accommodation include but are not limited to making a change to the application process work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you would prefer to discuss this confidentially, please email [Please reply using Staff Me Up] (Americas), [Please reply using Staff Me Up] (Europe, the Middle East and Africa), or [Please reply using Staff Me Up] (Asia-Pacific), based on the region you are submitting an application for. Alternatively, you can get support from our disability partner EmployAbility, please contact +44 7852 764 684 or [Please reply using Staff Me Up]

Our Product Specialist team position our powerful portfolio & risk analytics solution to our global investment professionals. Our Buyside Enterprise Solution helps our clients make quicker and more informed decisions by empowering them with the tools they need to define appropriate investment universes, implement optimal investment portfolio strategies, easily and accurately measure portfolio risk and return, and streamline their overall investment management workflow.

What's the role?
As Relationship Manager you have overall responsibility to manage a client book of business across our Portfolio and Risk Enterprise Products. You will be responsible for growing revenue within these clients both by identifying cross-selling opportunities, while also driving usage and adoption of our products to encourage revenue growth. You'll work closely with Implementation, Support, and Operations to ensure firms are using the enterprise solution as intended and supported at the level the buy-side community expects from a strategic investment technology partner.

You'll build strong relationships across your coverage and find opportunities to expand the firm's use of buy-side enterprise services. You'll demonstrate credibility with competency and knowledge of the buy-side community and have a deep understanding of fundamental portfolio management concepts such as performance attribution, multi-factor risk models, and portfolio optimization.

We'll trust you to:

• Build, own, and manage relationships with key customers, including C-suites and senior management
• Utilise these relationships to understand strategic business objectives and requirements, and to work with them in achieving their goals by using *** Portfolio & Risk Analytics solutions
• Understand the client's business, infrastructure, and key workflows with the goal of (1) finding opportunities to generate revenue by upselling our full range of Portfolio & Risk Enterprise Solutions across new teams and functions;
  (2) optimising their use of our solutions and of - Develop and implement strategies that promote usage, adoption, and retention of our solutions. This includes making sure that (1) clients are fully equipped and trained on how to use our Portfolio & Risk Analytics tools, that (2) client's workflow is running well and fully optimised, and that
  (3) clients are satisfied and well supported by various members of our team.
  
• Become a key partner of the client's in-house team. Our client will see you as part of their own team and rely on you to lead and coordinate Portfolio Analytics projects
• Be the go-to person to share knowledge across *** Risk and Performance solutions and to share industry best-practices with front and middle-office, including senior level decision makers
• Partner with *** Product Manager, Researcher and Engineers to support strategic client development needs and organise the deployment of new analytics and reporting workstream
  You'll need to have:
  
• 4+ years of client facing experience in Financial Services or a Financial Technology company
• Strong knowledge in portfolio & risk analytics with an interest in data-science
• Deep-understand of Buy-side workflows and operating models
• Experience in partnering with clients on Portfolio Management, strategies modelling, performance attribution and risk assessment
• Deep understanding of across the asset classes including knowledge of derivatives pricing and analyticsExcellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to understand and pass on complex concepts in a simple and clear way to clients
  
• Demonstrable ability to identify new prospects, and build and maintain solid client relationships
• Business fluency in Spanish
  We'd love to see:
  
• CFA, FRM or CAIA certification
• BQL or Python

If this sounds like you:

Apply if you think we're a good match! We'll get in touch to let you know the next steps but in the meantime feel free to browse this: ***

*** is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or maternity/parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

*** provides reasonable adjustment/accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable adjustment/accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable adjustment/accommodation include but are not limited to making a change to the application process work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you would prefer to discuss this confidentially, please email [Please reply using Staff Me Up] (Americas), [Please reply using Staff Me Up] (Europe, the Middle East and Africa), or [Please reply using Staff Me Up] (Asia-Pacific), based on the region you are submitting an application for. Alternatively, you can get support from our disability partner EmployAbility, please contact +44 7852 764 684 or [Please reply using Staff Me Up]

Company Description

If you think all the fun only happens in summer, think again! *** Universal has expanded our Academic Year Internship Program. As an Academic Year intern, you'll get immersed in exciting work, experience our unique *** U culture, and feel the real support and guidance for 2 whole semesters.

The *** Universal Internship Program allows students to unlock their potential by contributing to big projects in meaningful ways that matter. To thrive as an *** U intern, you are ready to bring your passion for *** , entertainment, and technology along with your desire to learn each day.

In addition to our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Academic Year interns:

• Paid time off for mental health, school exams, and personal holidays.
• Robust networking, learning and development opportunities.
• Complimentary *** subscription during your internship.
• Free admission to Universal Parks to use during your internship.
• Access to mental health resources including counseling sessions.

Universal City:

At our Universal City office interns will have access to the *** UCommutes program, which offers free Metro fares and discounted Metrolink/Vanpool/Lyft trips.

Academic Year Recruitment Timeline:

April 8 - April 26: Applications Open (may close early due to applicant volume)

Mid April - Late May: First round video interviews

Early - Mid June: Second round interviews

Late June - Early July: Selected candidates receive offers

Job Description

Academic Year Internship Program:

• Applications Close: April 26th at 11:59pm ET. Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible - applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!
• Program Dates: September 16, 2024 - April 18, 2025
• Time Commitment: 16-24 hours per week. Exact schedule to be determined based on business need. We will do our best to accommodate course schedules.
• Format: Opportunities listed will require an intern to work from Universal City, CA.

To Apply:

• Submit a one-page resume that outlines your work experience, accomplishments, and your graduation month and year.
• Submit a cover letter that highlights your passion for *** Universal, the locations (listed below) you are open to for internships, and your top areas of interest (opportunities listed below).
• Upload a transcript (unofficial transcripts are fine) that confirms your status as an actively enrolled student in a degree-granting program.

The Universal Filmed Entertainment Group (UFEG) consists of the operations to produce, acquire, market and distribute filmed entertainment worldwide in various *** formats for theatrical, home entertainment, television and other distribution platforms. The division operates globally with colleagues spread across 20 countries. We pride ourselves in supporting and amplifying diverse stories told by unique voices. We want to bring in driven, dedicated, and diverse talent into our organization who are just as passionate as we are in continuing to tell stories that reflect our global audience.

Areas of placement may include, but are not limited to:

• Audience Analysis & Research - intern will help support *** U's television distribution business with audience based quantitative reporting, insight and strategic analysis in key international territories across all television platforms, including both linear TV channels and global SVOD platforms.
• Brand Marketing: intern will support team with global oversight of all brand components for franchise/event film launches, leading implementation of worldwide brand strategy and collaborate with divisions to optimize brands and business goals
• Digital Marketing - intern will support team on social activations across Focus Features brand channels and individual film titles, social research, content creation, in-app engagement tactics (ie. Follow accounts/like posts from talent), social editorial calendaring, live social coverage at events
• Creative Advertising: intern will support the team that produces campaign materials such as trailers, tv spots, and keyart from development to execution for various movies for global use
• In-Theater Marketing: intern will have exposure to the inner workings of individual *** channels (linear & streaming), Digital, and how we create our content from start to finish
• *** /Integrated Marketing: intern will have exposure to the inner workings of individual *** channels (linear and streaming TV), digital (video, display, social, programmatic) and integrated marketing, as well as how they combine to create a successful campaign
• Multicultural Marketing: intern willcreate campaigns specifically for Black, Hispanic and Asian American audiences, building off of the general strategy for the film but also adding specific cultural nuances to resonate with audiences
• Promotions: intern will support this group that is comprised of two teams (sales and creative execution with a designated focus on international and domestic territories) with the shared objective of developing and delivering third party branded campaigns for our theatrical releases
• Publicity: intern will help with preparing for press junkets,researching *** outlets & contacts, and compiling coverage reports

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program (September 2024 through April 2025).December 2024 graduates are not eligible for our 2024-2025 Academic Year Program.
• Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States throughout the entire duration of the internship (September 2024 to April 2025). Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Must be available to work 16-24 hours per week from September 16, 2024 to April 18, 2025. (change for SNL and late night shows)
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA.

Desired Characteristics:

• Students with class standing of junior or above preferred.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, strategic thinker, creative, researcher, energetic, resourceful, self-starter, great time-management.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of organization and ability to manage multiple projects with various deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and proofreading skills
• Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.

The hourly rate for student interns is $17.00.

INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ATTENDING U.S. UNIVERSITIES:

To participate in *** Universal's 2024-2025 Academic Year internship program, you must confirm at the time of interview that you will be able to provide US work authorization documentation for the entire duration of the internship. Since the *** U Academic Year Internship Program spans the traditional "Fall" and "Spring" semesters, you should talk to the DSO at your school's International Students Services Office about your need to apply for CPT work authorization twice to ensure you are authorized to work both semesters and throughout the entirety of the program.

Please also note that future visa sponsorship at *** Universal is rarely available for post-grad employment opportunities

*** Universal is an E-Verify company, requiring all employees to have an active Social Security number. Any candidate receiving an internship offer must complete Form I-9 with their Social Security number within 3 days of hire.

Additional Information

*** Universal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. *** Universal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access *** as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations in the US by calling 1-818-777-4107 and in the UK by calling +44 2036185726.

Company Description

If you think all the fun only happens in summer, think again! *** Universal has expanded our Academic Year Internship Program. As an Academic Year intern, you'll get immersed in exciting work, experience our unique *** U culture, and feel the real support and guidance for 2 whole semesters.

The *** Universal Internship Program allows students to unlock their potential by contributing to big projects in meaningful ways that matter. To thrive as an *** U intern, you are ready to bring your passion for *** , entertainment, and technology along with your desire to learn each day.

In addition to our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Academic Year interns:

• Paid time off for mental health, school exams, and personal holidays.
• Robust networking, learning and development opportunities.
• Complimentary *** subscription during your internship.
• Free admission to Universal Parks to use during your internship.
• Access to mental health resources including counseling sessions.

Universal City:

At our Universal City office interns will have access to the *** UCommutes program, which offers free Metro fares and discounted Metrolink/Vanpool/Lyft trips.

Academic Year Recruitment Timeline:

April 8 - April 26: Applications Open (may close early due to applicant volume)

Mid April - Late May: First round video interviews

Early - Mid June: Second round interviews

Late June - Early July: Selected candidates receive offers

Job Description

Academic Year Internship Program:

• Applications Close: April 26th at 11:59pm ET. Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible - applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!
• Program Dates: September 16, 2024 - April 18, 2025
• Time Commitment: 16-24 hours per week. Exact schedule to be determined based on business need. We will do our best to accommodate course schedules.
• Format: Opportunities listed will require an intern to work from Universal City, CA

To Apply:

• Submit a one-page resume that outlines your work experience, accomplishments, and your graduation month and year.
• Submit a cover letter that highlights your passion for *** Universal, the locations (listed below) you are open to for internships, and your top areas of interest (opportunities listed below).
• Upload a transcript (unofficial transcripts are fine) that confirms your status as an actively enrolled student in a degree-granting program.

The Universal Filmed Entertainment Group (UFEG) consists of the operations to produce, acquire, market and distribute filmed entertainment worldwide in various *** formats for theatrical, home entertainment, television and other distribution platforms. The division operates globally with colleagues spread across 20 countries. We pride ourselves in supporting and amplifying diverse stories told by unique voices. We want to bring in driven, dedicated, and diverse talent into our organization who are just as passionate as we are in continuing to tell stories that reflect our global audience.

Areas of placement may include, but are not limited to:

• Focus Features Production: Intern will research (filming location, tax rebates, crew availability), review production/post-production schedules, production reports, call sheet, wrap reports, and provide general administrative support.
• Focus Features Production Development: script coverage, maintain filmmaker and project databases, review production schedules and call sheets, and general administrative support.
• Working Title Development: script coverage, maintain filmmaker and project databases, review production schedules and call sheets, and general administrative support.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program (September 2024 through April 2025).December 2024 graduates are not eligible for our 2024-2025 Academic Year Program.
• Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States throughout the entire duration of the internship (September 2024 to April 2025). Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Must be available to work 16-24 hours per week from September 16, 2024 to April 18, 2025.
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA

Desired Characteristics:

• Students with class standing of junior or above preferred.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, strategic thinker, creative, researcher, energetic, resourceful, self-starter, great time-management.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of organization and ability to manage multiple projects with various deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and proofreading skills
• Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.

The hourly rate for student interns is $17.00.

INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ATTENDING U.S. UNIVERSITIES:

To participate in *** Universal's 2024-2025 Academic Year internship program, you must confirm at the time of interview that you will be able to provide US work authorization documentation for the entire duration of the internship. Since the *** U Academic Year Internship Program spans the traditional "Fall" and "Spring" semesters, you should talk to the DSO at your school's International Students Services Office about your need to apply for CPT work authorization twice to ensure you are authorized to work both semesters and throughout the entirety of the program.

Please also note that future visa sponsorship at *** Universal is rarely available for post-grad employment opportunities.

*** Universal is an E-Verify company, requiring all employees to have an active Social Security number. Any candidate receiving an internship offer must complete Form I-9 with their Social Security number within 3 days of hire.

Additional Information

*** Universal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. *** Universal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access *** as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations in the US by calling 1-818-777-4107 and in the UK by calling +44 2036185726.

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY *** Business Network

*** Business Network (FBN) is a financial news channel delivering real-time information across all platforms that impact both Main Street and Wall Street. Headquartered in New York - the business capital of the world - FBN launched in October 2007 and currently ranks among the top business channels on television. The network is available in nearly 80 million homes in all markets across the United States. Owned by *** Corporation, FBN is a unit of *** News *** and has bureaus in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C.

JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a confident, highly motivated, proactive Booker/Researcher to join our team. As a Booker/Researcher for Kudlow on *** Business, you will be responsible for pitching stories, writing scripts, and selecting/building elements in a collaborative team environment. You are well-versed in business news, politics, and current events - and innately curious about everything else. You are a clever writer & excellent researcher who sees value in discovering unique angles/approaches to stories that no one else will find.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pitch unique and interesting guests, stories, and segments
• Conduct in-depth research and compile well-rounded pre-interviews
• Write stories, guest intros, teases, and banners
• Select elements such as sound, video clips, and graphics to help tell a story
• Additional responsibilities based on your unique talents/abilities
• Manage daily deadline turnarounds of a live show

**** YOU **** NEED

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of prior television (or similar) experience
• Strong knowledge of business news, politics, and current events; familiarity with politicians, commentators, and opinion makers
• Ability to work collaboratively with others under intense deadline pressure
• Ability to work independently and make smart decisions on your own
• Willingness to listen, learn, and grow from constructive criticism

#LI-DNI

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

At *** , we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

Click here to learn more about the diverse communities of people behind our brands.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $55,000.00-65,000.00 annually for New York City and Westchester County, NY. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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*** is one of the world's leading entertainment services with over 260 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films, and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause, and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.

As *** continues to grow, we are venturing further into exciting new innovations in personalization and discovery, experimentation and decision-making, understanding our members and our titles, backend and infrastructure, and more, all driven by research at the frontiers of ML and its many intersections with adjacent fields.

The Machine Learning and Inference Research team is a dedicated research team designed to build up *** 's technical capabilities by diving deep and exploring research questions aligned with the biggest challenges at *** while partnering with teams across the business to bring these capabilities to life. As a member of the Machine Learning and Inference Research team, you will have the opportunity to drive and execute bleeding-edge research while working in close partnership both with other researchers in the team and with partners in a wide range of teams across product, growth, and content. You will leverage your expertise in the frontiers of ML to i *** uence the direction of company roadmaps and to work collaboratively cross-functionally to prototype, test, and implement your research to deliver improvements to the member experience and drive change across the company. Additionally, you will be actively engaged with the broader ML research community through conferences, publications, organizational activities, and academic collaborations.

We are looking for an experienced researcher with broad expertise in machine learning who can establish and execute a strong research agenda, disseminate knowledge, get others behind their ideas, and foster an open environment of collaboration, innovation, and intellectual excitement.

What you bring

• Ph.D. in a relevant area, with multiple years of post-Ph.D. experience in industry and/or academia.
• Experience in applying research (preferably yours) to transform real business problems in collaboration with engineering and business teams.
• Ample research experience, in industry and/or academia, including as evidenced in publications.
• A track record of bringing clarity to and leading ambitious research projects inspired by real-world challenges.
• Regarded as a role model both because of your technical expertise as well as the impact you drive. Consistently sought out by stakeholders for collaboration, guidance, problem-solving, and decision-making.
• Excellent judgment in identifying and framing ambiguous research and business problems and the links *** ween the two.
• Passion for collaboration and building strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to tackle big, cross-functional problems.
• Exceptional communication with technical, non-technical, and mixed audiences.
• Self-motivated with an ability to thrive and to lead with minimal oversight and process.
• Uplevels the greater org through sharing knowledge and guiding thought on the adoption of new methods. Actively mentors others and is sought out as a mentor.

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $400,000 - $960,000.

*** provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are im *** tely entitled to flexible time off. See more detail about our Benefits here.

*** is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity of thought and background builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.