Sports Research Analyst

Are you passionate about turning data into compelling stories that drive business results? Scripps Research & Consumer Insight is looking for a Sports Research Analyst to collect, organize, and connect multiple data sources, using quantitative methods and creative analysis to turn data into actionable insights, and clear visualizations. This position will form conclusions and recommendations that enable Scripps Sports to innovate, differentiate itself from its competitors, work smarter, make better decisions and enhance profitability. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Develop, maintain, and evaluate metrics, reports, and historical trackers for all Scripps Sports content such as the WNBA, NWSL, NHL, MLV, and other sports properties. Support expansion of Scripps Sports Research & Consumer Insight team. Enable the development of advertising sales pitches with analysis and data driven storytelling. Build dashboards and visualizations to communicate findings to internal & external audiences. Analyze data to distinguish true performance issues from data integrity errors. Perform competitive analysis and provide data-driven input for league acquisition and sales rate card estimates. Define data requirements and work with structured and unstructured data sources. Enter programming schedules into Nielsen NCL. Attend monthly research staff meetings and weekly manager check-ins; contribute analysis ideas and recommendations. WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bachelor's degree in media, communications, marketing, math/statistics, or a related field preferred; or equivalent work experience. Minimum 1 year of experience in TV research, data analytics, or a related role required. Generally, 2-5 years experience in a related field preferred. TV research and media metrics experience preferred, including comScore and Nielsen systems. Strong interest in and knowledge of sports. WHAT YOU'LL BRING: Strong data visualization and statistical skills. Able to use logic and analysis to identify and resolve data issues and make data-informed recommendations. Able to write and refine prompts for AI models to produce clear, reliable research output. Comfortable using AI tools to streamline data cleaning, analysis, and visualization to improve speed and accuracy. Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint. Solid written and verbal communication skills required. Able to work both independently and with a team, bringing strong organization, project management, and attention to detail. Able to handle multiple assignments at once in a fast-paced environment. SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION: At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve.We are intentional about creating anenvironmentwhereemployees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspiredto reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose. ABOUT SCRIPPS: The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating connection. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlet Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff. Scripps is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps Sports serves professional and college sports leagues, conferences and teams with local market depth and national broadcast reach of up to 100% of TV households. Founded in 1878, Scripps is the steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and its longtime motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.” As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company. #J-18808-Ljbffr