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EssenceMediacom

Associate Director, Research Insights

Location: New York, United States · Category: Data, AI & Analytics · Seniority: Director · Posted: October 13, 2026 · Verified: Nov 3, 2026

Role Overview & Description

This Associate Director, Research Insights role manages research projects supporting planning, investment, and client teams, translating business questions into research approaches and analyzing audience, consumer, and marketplace data. The role develops presentations and POVs, leverages AI and emerging technologies to enhance research, and supports research operations including vendor contracts and subscriptions. Requires 6-8+ years of media research or consumer insights experience and proficiency with AI-enabled tools and LLMs.
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EssenceMediacom

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Global media agency for planning, buying, analytics and commerce.

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