Analyst, Linear Forecasting & Analytics (Disney Entertainment)

Job Summary:

The Linear Forecasting & Analytics team on Disney Entertainment’s (DE) Research, Insights & Analytics operation sits in the middle of business analytics and strategy by forecasting viewership across Primetime, Cable, News and Syndicated platforms and currencies (i.e.- linear and digital). This provides the business with targets in support of monetization, strategic consultation around programming, new measurement and risk planning. The team works across many stakeholders, providing a unique view of the business.

Job Summary:

The Linear Forecasting & Analytics Analyst will aide in the creation of strategic linear forecasts across ABC and the cable networks. This includes tracking Nielsen viewership across the TV landscape, as well as evaluating measurement methodology changes and alternative currencies to help make decisions across multiple teams including sales, finance and scheduling.

The successful Analyst will have enthusiasm and curiosity for solving problems and learning new skill sets in this fast-changing media landscape. They will have passion for being part of numerous strategic projects that will aid in navigating the linear and overall Disney Media business.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze Linear trends, evaluate methodology changes and alternative currencies to estimate their impact on the Disney Media business.
• Collaborate with analytics teams to align internal forecasts with machine learning as well as building more accuracy and scenario planning forecasts as well as partner with key executives of the business including finance, sales and scheduling.
• Evaluate methodology changes by Nielsen (i.e. Big Data) and other providers to alert key stakeholders on potential trend changes.
• Analyze content consumption and viewership for multiple networks.
• Work on in-season scenario planning and landscape forecasts.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year experience using advanced Excel and or SQL, to analyze data or conducting qualitative business analyses and insights, or relatable work/internships required.
• Experience with PowerPoint, Keynote and word required.
• Superior project management skills and high attention to detail.
• Must live within a commutable distance to Burbank, Ca. The role requires someone onsite 4+ days a week.
• A deep passion for the media landscape and TV programs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Tableau, Snowflake and the Nielsen media tools (including NNTV and NPOWER)

Required Education:

• A bachelor’s degree.

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $71,000 to $95,100 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.