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Overview: the research director will lead the idc worldwide media and entertainment digital strategies program focusing on best practices, trends, market conditions, business concerns, and vendor offerings to provide authoritative advice on investment, life-cycle management, and use of technologies that power modern it foundations and engagementSpecific attention is given to the drivers, benefits, processes, use cases, and best practices related to: customer data management and monetization; content creation, management and distribution; ai driven loyalty and personalization; ar and vr; voice uis and natural language intelligence; networking; communications; security; and cloud/edge solutionsThis role will focus on helping media and entertainment providers spot and prioritize opportunities, save time, minimize cost, and mitigate risk while also helping technology vendors develop and market products and services that meet market needs.
Why idc?
Idc is the most respected global technology market research firmWe are changing the way the world thinks about the impact of technology on business and societyOur people, data, and analytics create global technology insights that accelerate customer successIdc was recognized by the institute of industry analyst relations (iiar) as the 2020 analyst firm of the year for delivering critical, timely insights in coordinated efforts around the world, during a time when our customers faced unprecedented challenges.
Our collaborative, innovative and entrepreneurial culture is the perfect place for you to discover your future!
Responsibilities:
Grow the idc worldwide media and entertainment digital strategies research program through thought leadership and business development.
Assure that the research requirements of the programs are met.
Support client inquiries related to research reports and topics pertinent to research.
Coordinate the idc worldwide media and entertainment digital strategies research with other regions.
Contribute research and thought leadership to consulting projects.
Collaborate with idc colleagues on related topics that include cloud, commerce, marketing and advertising, ar, ai and ml.
Qualifications:
Bachelor`s degree with an interest in education and experiences tied to technology, business, media and entertainment industry strategy.
10 years working in/with the media and entertainment industry.
Experience developing technology or technology-related research for the media and entertainment industry.
Intellectual curiosity and a desire to influence media and entertainment technology buying decisions and the research, strategic product development, and marketing needs of clients.
Strong client engagement and business development skills are requiredThe ability to develop unique and impactful research is also a prerequisite.
Excellent time management and planning skills, being a self-starter who can work to tight schedules, and balancing changing priorities of incoming work with scheduled delivery deadlines is essential.
Strong commitment to client support/success and enthusiasm for program mission and a strong attitude to collaboration within and outside the core.
Interest in strengthening existing client relationships and driving new business opportunities.
Ability to quickly synthesize data from various sources – interviews, surveys, secondary research and other idc research.
Excellent speaking and writing skills.
Facility with the use of ms excel and powerpoint and/or proficiency with ms word, excel, powerpoint, and the ability to learn to use various idc resources for document preparation, publishing, client inquiry tracking, and program financial performance.
Ability to travel up to 20%
Located at an idc office or an approved remote location
About idc: international data corporation (idc) is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications and consumer technology marketsIdc helps it professionals, business executives, and the investment community make fact-based decisions on technology purchases and business strategyMore than 1,100 idc analysts provide global, regional, and local expertise on technology and industry opportunities and trends in over 110 countries worldwideFor 50 years, idc has provided strategic insights to help our clients achieve their key business objectivesIdc is a subsidiary of idg, the world`s leading technology media, research, and events company.
Idc is an equal opportunity employerApplicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, handicap, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, ancestry, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or other categories protected by law.
