Sr. Manager Research & Insights onsite TueThur in NYC

Our client, a leading digital advertising company, is seeking a freelance Sr. Manager, Research & Insights for a 6-month engagement starting August 2026. This is a full-time (40 hrs/week) role based in NYC, with onsite work Tuesday-Thursday.Responsibilities * Lead qualitative and quantitative research on digital advertising trends, strategies, and best practices * Own end-to-end research projects: scoping, design, execution, and delivery * Develop high-impact deliverables (whitepapers, presentations, playbooks, reports) * Partner with stakeholders across media companies, agencies, brands, and ad tech * Contribute to large-scale, data-driven research on topics such as AI, commerce, streaming, measurement, and privacy * Present insights to leadership, members, and external audiences * Create thought leadership and educational content * Serve as a subject matter expert, addressing research and data inquiries * Collaborate with the VP of Industry Insights & Content StrategyQualifications * 5+ years in research, insights, or data (media company, platform, agency, brand, or research firm) * Expertise in quantitative and qualitative methodologies; ability to align research to business goals * Hands-on experience with survey design, sampling, weighting, and data analysis * Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate data into actionable insights * Proven ability to build compelling, data-driven narratives for executive audiences * Familiarity with research vendors (e.g., Ipsos, GWI, Forrester, Gartner, Dynata) and tools (Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey, Attest) * Solid understanding of the digital advertising ecosystem (AI, measurement, privacy, CTV, creators, commerce) * Strong communication and presentation skills; proficiency in Google Slides, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and AI tools * Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders * Passion for digital media and emerging trendsIn this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.Benefits Looking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. Clicking apply is the best way to apply, but you may also: Email your resume in Word to: [email protected]Please do NOT change the email subject line in any way. You must keep the JobID: : LC9-1989019L083 -- in the email subject line for your application to be considered.* Lauren Calabrese - Senior Recruiter For Creative Circle to represent you for this opportunity, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa such as a H-1B, TN, or O visa. We do not support or provide training for STEM/OPT programs. Additionally, you must be physically located in and perform the work for our client in the United States. This job was first posted by Creative Circle on 06/08/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth Creative Circle is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results. Everforth Creative Circle will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner con