Static Media is seeking an experienced and numbers-savvy data analyst who is interested in online publishing and believes they can apply their skills to support our content strategy team. You’ll utilize a variety of internal and external reporting tools to source, organize, as well as analyze data in order to provide actionable insights and reporting at scale.

We are a fast-paced startup with a team that's passionate about creating and promoting quality content. Our portfolio includes: Looper, Nicki Swift, /Film, Glam, Grunge, Mashed, The List, SVG, SlashGear, Health Digest, House Digest, Tasting Table, Wrestling Inc., Daily Meal, Explore, Women, Food Republic, Foodie, Money Digest, Chowhound, Outdoor Guide, Islands, and The Takeout. We are looking for someone who is not only data-driven, but also possesses the ability to connect data with audience desires and needs, understanding that the publishing industry thrives on creativity and human experience.

Responsibilities:

• Take lead in applying data insights, processes, and strategies within the unique challenges of online publishing to grow our business
  
• Gather and interpret data across a wide variety of traffic and revenue sources, then deliver strategic guidance to increase engagement with our existing readership as well as explore new avenues for audience growth
• Help us transition our deliverables from being reactive to proactive, identifying unknown opportunities, emerging trends, and overlooked high-performers in our operation
• Create custom solutions with technical tools and skillsets to solve challenges in Big Data and Automation across a large portfolio of websites
• Build upon existing internal data tools and work with engineering to develop new views, breakouts, and custom reports
• Collaborate with SEO and editorial teams to evolve existing processes using data insights. Establish new processes and, by extension, content initiatives within our business to grow our revenue
• Ensure findings are presented in a clear and digestible format that is easily understood by content specialists
• Learn new tools and skills as needed to increase impact on the team and expand responsibilities

Ideal candidates will have:

• Passion for and proficiency in data, reporting, and business growth
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Aptitude for combining quantitative and qualitative approaches in analysis
• A solid understanding of technology and the internet
• Creativity, self-sufficiency, and eagerness to learn
• Genuine interest in understanding audience content consumption habits
• Experience in a SEO or data-related role or educational background
• Proficiency using Excel to apply statistical analysis and data visualization
• Comfortable using REST APIs to extract data
• Experience with web scraping and Python (pandas, matplotlib, seaborn, etc.), or other visualization tools (e.g., Tableau), a plus

Requirements:

To apply for this job, please submit the following materials:

• Your resume
• A cover letter

Job type: Full-time, remote work

Compensation: $40,000 - $60,000 per year

Where an applicant will ultimately fall within the stated salary range depends on a variety of factors including, for example, geographic location and level of experience.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• 401K matching

We believe representation matters at Static Media and strongly encourage people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, those with disabilities, and individuals from other underrepresented groups to apply.