Media & Entertainment — Data & AI Consultant

Location: New York; USAWork type: RemoteSeniority: Senior ManagementPrimary skill: Business ConsultingPosted: 2026-09-29EPAM is growing its Media & Entertainment industry practice, and we are looking for a Consultant to help media companies unlock the value of their data and put AI to work in meaningful ways. This role sits at the intersection of delivery, innovation, and business development. You will work with broadcasters, streaming platforms, content owners, publishers, and sports organizations on some of the most consequential data and AI challenges in the industry: content intelligence, audience analytics, personalization, operational automation, and GenAI adoption. If you want to be at the intersection of media strategy and modern data and AI engineering, this is the role.Req# 1036151549ResponsibilitiesApply deep knowledge of data architecture solutions spanning cloud data platforms, streaming data, data lakes, lake houses, and analytics layers relevant to M&E use casesAnalyze client data ecosystems platforms, pipelines, governance models, and analytics maturityDevelop transformation roadmaps and next-generation architectures aligned to client needs and emerging industry standardsApply working knowledge of modern data and AI tooling (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, AWS/Azure/GCP data services, vector databases, LLMs, ML pipelines) to design practical, scalable solutionsShape and support AI/ML implementations including recommendation engines, content tagging and metadata intelligence, audience segmentation, demand forecasting, and GenAI-powered workflowsAnalyze and stay current on emerging data and AI trends in M&E (e.g. synthetic media, AI-driven personalization, content supply chain automation, rights and metadata intelligence) and translate them into actionable client strategiesLead and support engagements end-to-end: work planning, requirements documentation, stakeholder workshops, stakeholder management, solution design, deliverable ownership, and team oversightManage client expectations throughout the project lifecycle and provide alternative recommendations when needed to keep objectives on trackBuild trusted relationships with mid- to senior-level business and technology stakeholdersDevelop and deliver client presentations, workshops, and written work products that translate complex data and AI concepts into clear business languageQuickly assess client challenges and engage cross-functional partners to develop the right solutionsAnticipate and mitigate project risks with sound judgment on when to escalate to senior leadershipRequirementsYou have a genuine passion for technology and business in the Media and Entertainment spaceYou are strategic and resilient, with the interpersonal intelligence to build trust with clients and colleaguesYou are a self-starter who brings an innovative spirit and strong work ethic to every engagementYou have a balance of analytical rigor (IQ) and client awareness (EQ) you know when to push and when to listenYou are extremely organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with large and complex datasetsYou thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and treat complexity as an opportunity, not an obstacleWe offerMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)Health Savings AccountFlexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)Employee Assistance ProgramUnlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutionsMatched 401(k) Retirement Savings PlanPaid Time Off – the employee will be eligible to accrue 15-25 paid days, depending on specific level and tenure with EPAM (accrual eligibility may change over time)Paid Holidays - nine (9) total per yearLegal Plan and Identity Theft ProtectionAccident InsuranceEmployee DiscountsPet InsuranceEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramIf otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus programIf otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program