Research Analyst

Overview

Join a dynamic team revolutionizing the music industry! As a Research Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a leading audio brand, partnering with a company renowned for its innovative products and cultural impact. Your insights will directly influence marketing strategies, product development, and overall brand direction, making a tangible impact on the company’s success. Partner with Aquent to explore this exciting opportunity!

This is a contract position offering a unique opportunity for a resourceful and driven Research Analyst to contribute to a leading audio brand. You will conduct primary research, manage vendors, analyze data, and synthesize insights that inform critical business decisions. This role requires a strong understanding of both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, excellent communication skills, and a passion for understanding consumer behavior.

Responsibilities:

• Manage brand and ad tracking surveys, ensuring alignment with campaigns and product launches.
• Design, program, and analyze quantitative surveys, delivering timely reports.
• Develop discussion guides and analyze qualitative research data.
• Oversee vendor management, including onboarding, purchase orders, and budget tracking.
• Develop RFPs and evaluate proposals from research agencies.
• Synthesize youth and cultural trends, providing regular updates.
• Create clear, actionable, and story-driven research reports.
• Conduct social listening, data analysis, and interpretation.
• Support other teams in tracking earned media moments.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• 4+ years of market research experience, preferably with both agency and client-side experience.
• Proven ability to design, program, and analyze quantitative surveys.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• A natural curiosity and passion for uncovering consumer motivations.
• Ability to quickly learn new methodologies, platforms, and tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive and resourceful approach to problem-solving.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Experience writing qualitative screeners and discussion guides.
• Proficiency in presentation, word processing, and spreadsheet software commonly used for business and creative tasks.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $28.52 to $31.69 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment — one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.