Job Description
SIMON/MYERS’ MISSION STATEMENT
We provide our clients with best-in-class strategic, creative thinking. Our solutions are business-focused and originate from consumer insights. As a result, they drive market differentiation for our clients, creating impact in difficult markets or finding an edge when none is apparent.
BENEFITS OFFERED
Health Benefits
Simple IRA with 3% company match
Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
Paid Wellness Time Off
Paid Service Time Off
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full-Time
WHY WORK HERE?
“If you’re curious, smart and creative, you’ll feel right at home at S/M.”
We are Simon/Myers, a fast-rising agency in Chicago. We’re built on intellectual curiosity, startling consumer insights, and edge-of-the-seat creative. We solve business and marketing challenges for our clients and engage consumers on their journey in both the physical and digital realms.
You are a world class researcher who can uncover brand and user truths by using best in class quantitative techniques as a key member of our strategy team. You are not only insatiably curious about the business challenges of clients, but you are a social scientist with expertise in quantitative research methodologies or a quantitative specialist. You know this is where the world is headed, and you’re prepared to step out front and lead.
At S/M, you’ll join a best-in-class team to support this mission. Working alongside an amazing staff, you’ll be analyzing data, forming insights that are highly actionable for our creative team and our clients.
If you have 3+ years’ experience and are ready to make a true difference in a different kind of agency, let’s speak.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Simon/Myers, a rapidly growing brand strategy and creative agency, is expanding its strategy practice and is searching for the right candidate to develop & execute quantitative research while providing transformative strategic analysis & insights.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Embrace our strategy-fueled approach and mission to create true brand transformation.
· Work with our clients drive quantitative research projects from end-to-end to achieve brand differentiation while supporting and helping to execute data audits & qualitative research initiatives.
· Propose, develop and deploy appropriate quantitative methodologies while permorning expert analysis, data mining, and data visualization to answer relevant questions spanning brand health, sentiment, competitive performance, and engagement.
· As needed, execute additional strategic tactics including data audits, in-depth interviews, and other initiatives with excellence.
· Collaborate with strategists and clients to inform and satisfy clients’ business goals
o Compile research, and creative into presentation decks including visuals (charts, infographics) that clearly and effectively communicate findings to stakeholders
o Identify methods of research to be used in market studies, both quantitative and qualitative
o Perform in-store and on-line competitive audits for client engagements
o Measure effectiveness of creative concepts
· Turn data inputs into strategic insights to drive growth for our clients
· Collaborate closely with the Branding, Digital and Experiential Business Units
· Participate on new business pitches by providing content and presentations
· Help Simon/Myers further its thought leadership position by developing relevant business insights and snackable content for agency and industry publications and new business outreach.
CORE COMPETENCIES
· Expertise in quantitative and survey research methodologies (e.g. bias correction for surveys, survey sampling and design, significance testing, regression modeling, experimental design, causal inference with a survey outcome, shrinkage and regularization, designing and analyzing longitudinal panel surveys, behavior data analysis)
· Competency in performing brand data analysis and qualitative research including interviews, moderator guide analysis, and screeners.
· Experience building analytical models
· Ability to perform in an egoless environment
· Ability to relate to clients on a consultative level
· Highly polished written, verbal, and creative presentation skills
· Possession of a strong business acumen
· Commitment to team success and successful relationships with peers, partners, and clients
· Highly organized mindset, with exceptional attention to detail
REQUIREMENTS
· 3+ years’ experience as a subject matter expert
Company Description
We are Simon/Myers, a fast-rising agency in Chicago. We’re built on intellectual curiosity, startling consumer insights, and edge-of-the-seat creative. We solve business and marketing challenges for our clients and engage consumers on their journey in both the physical and digital realms. You are a world class creative who can connect with audiences on emotional and rational levels and tell a brand’s story across channels. You are not only insatiably curious about the business challenges of clients, but you are innovative in how you leverage digital, experiential and traditional communication vehicles through visual story telling. You know this is where the world is headed, and you’re prepared to step out front and lead. At S/M, you’ll join a best-in-class team to support this mission. Working alongside an amazing staff, you’ll be creating concepts, based on data and strategic insights, within our branding and advertising business unit. If you have 3+ years’ experience and are ready to make a true difference in a different kind of agency, let’s speak.