Lead Strategist (Project Based)

Overview
Lead Strategist to join the Office of the Chief Research & Insights Officer and EVP, Head of Programming for the TV Media Group at Paramount Global. This role will serve as a strategic partner and thought leader, supporting the senior executive who oversees quantitative and qualitative insights, content research, programming strategy, and the performance of Paramount’s TV Media portfolio.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to the Chief Research & Insights Officer and Head of Programming.

Provide thought leadership grounded in a deep understanding of content research, ratings, audience insights, competitive trends, and performance.

Synthesize complex data from numerous sources into clear, executive‑ready insights.

Lead creation of C‑suite level presentations for TV Media and cross‑company leadership.

Build analyses that inform programming strategy, content performance, and multiplatform trends.

Evaluate growth opportunities across the portfolio, including emerging genres, audience segments, cross‑network synergies, platform behaviors, and new programming strategies.

Translate audience behavior into actionable creative direction for new and returning series development.

Oversee cross‑functional initiatives and alignment across Research, Programming, Marketing, Sales, Finance, Distribution, Strategy, Development and other key partners.

Create organization systems and design templates that foster clarity, alignment, and operational excellence across the group.

Basic Qualifications

8+ years of experience in strategy, research, programming, insights, or related fields.

Additional Qualifications

Deep understanding of TV and streaming landscape, including Nielsen media measurement.

Ability to synthesize data into compelling narratives.

Proven experience supporting senior executives.

Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.

Passion for content and the future of TV.

Benefits and Compensation

Hiring salary range: $4,500 – $4,800 weekly (applies to NewYork, California, Colorado, Washington and most other geographies).

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and paid time off (PTO).

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. Paramount is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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