INSIGHT ANALYST

New York, NY

Hybrid

THE RUNDOWN

Playfly Sports is looking for a Insight Analyst to join our Playfly Insights team in New York.

The Insight Analyst will support Playfly across our US and International divisions, primarily focused on sponsorship insight support for our Playfly Sports Properties and Global Divisions. The Analyst will be responsible for researching and delivering valuable insights utilizing syndicated and proprietary research resources and analysis tools. They will focus on developing meaningful data insights stories for the sales team and clients, providing actionable insights and focused narratives to drive sales. The ideal candidate possesses effective data storytelling skills, a desire to learn, and a strong understanding of the college sports landscape and sponsorship, in general.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Establish a deep understanding of the sponsorship marketplace across the sports & entertainment landscape
• Perform detailed research assignments in areas including, but not limited to, property deep-dives, brand & category research, industry & asset trends, activation case studies, sponsorship deals analysis, etc.
• Utilize syndicated and proprietary data resources to develop actionable insights and effective storytelling on behalf of the sales team and clients
• Translate findings into an easy-to-digest and compelling manner in client deliverables
• Serve as an authority figure on the information when sharing with sales team and clients
• Communicate with internal stakeholders regarding project requirements, interpretation of data, and the development of recommendations based on findings
• Employ a strong sense of organization to manage tasks across multiple projects at once and participate in cross-departmental sharing of best practices and collaboration
• Write deliverables, reports, proposals and other documents with extraordinary attention to detail, consistency, spelling and grammar
• Other job-related duties as assigned

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• 2+ years of relevant work experience in data analysis and/or the sponsorship industry
• Knowledge of the US sports and entertainment sponsorship landscape
• Media research and sports experience are a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Market Research, Sports Management, Finance, Statistics, Economics, or related field
• Experience using syndicated or qualitative research resources
• Analytical thinker who can evaluate large sets of data, extract meaningful findings and solutions, and simplify complex ideas in a clear and concise manner
• Possess naturally curious mindset, enthusiasm working with data, strong adaptability, and sense of accountability
• Expertise in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel, including use of charting functionality, formula writing, logic statements, pivot tables, index/lookups
• Ability to work both independently and within a team, and establish effective interdepartmental relationships
• Ability to prioritize and manage workflow in an environment of managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Self-motivated and self-directed, possessing attention to detail, project management and administrative skills
• Strong client relationship management, communication, and interpersonal skills

TRAVEL, LIFTING, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• This role is sedentary and takes place in a quiet office environment

COMPENSATION

The pay range for this role is $55,000 - $60,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.

WHAT WE DO

Playfly Sports is the full-service, leading sports marketing and media company that enables brands to engage with sports fans on a local, regional, and national level through scaled linear, digital, and experiential assets. Playfly Sports drives outcome-based solutions into 90-million households via more than 7,800 live U.S. broadcasts of MLB, NBA, and NHL games; and influences sports fans of all ages through the management of college and high school multimedia rights, uniform branding, and high-profile sports sponsorship platforms. Playfly Sports has the unique ability to partner, innovate, and advance the aspirations of athletes, brands, academic institutions, and sports fans across the U.S. Playfly Sports is Powered by Partnership. Visit Playfly Sports online at playfly.com

WHAT WE STAND FOR

At Playfly, we know that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful one, but more importantly, we believe it’s just the right thing to do. Through conversations, company initiatives, community events and partnerships, policy changes, data analysis, workshops, and support groups, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are here for the long haul and to do the meaningful work that creates true institutional change within our workplace, with our partners, and in the communities we serve.

EEOC & DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Playfly Sports affirms that inequality is detrimental to our associates, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions. Together, we unite for equality and equity. Playfly Sports is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, or protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. 

ACCOMMODATIONS 

Playfly Sports is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, and as part of this commitment, Playfly Sports will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected].

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this time.

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