Experienced Full Stack Data Analyst – Music Industry Insights and Quantitative Analysis at The Walt Disney Organization

Job Summary

We are seeking an exceptional Data Analyst to join our Information and Analytics team at The Walt Disney Organization. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving business growth and informed decision-making across our Disney Music Group business areas. If you have a passion for data analysis, music, and media, and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.

About The Walt Disney Organization

The Walt Disney Organization, commonly known as Disney, is one of the world's largest and most renowned entertainment conglomerates. Founded in 1923 by Walt Disney and Roy O. Disney, the company has evolved to encompass a wide range of businesses and brands in the fields of entertainment, media, and theme parks. With a rich history of innovation and creativity, Disney continues to inspire and entertain audiences around the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Acquire, organize, cleanse, and control large-scale, high-dimensional data from various disparate sources using tools like PySpark and advanced SQL.
• Build automated, flexible, repeatable, and integrated analytics using current big data architectures in data ecosystems, such as Databricks, Snowflake, Google Big Query.
• Apply advanced analytics techniques (data mining, statistical analysis, machine learning) to identify patterns and uncover opportunities in social data.
• Lead campaign, product, content, and audience analysis for business needs. Develop and track key metrics to measure success.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Product teams to complete data projects, contributing to solution discovery, design, build, and QA.
• Translate business inquiries into analytical and technical approaches, driving results through analysis of large transactional-level datasets.
• Communicate effectively, refining insights into concise and compelling data-driven stories and engage broadly with audiences across levels and functions.

Essential Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field, including Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or other related fields.

Experience

• 2 years of analytical experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills and Competencies

• Knowledge of supervised and unsupervised learning methods.
• Proficient in using scripting tools like PySpark/Python/R and SQL.
• Proficient in data analysis and visualization tools.
• Strong time management with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment across multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience

• Experience in applying supervised and unsupervised learning techniques, such as linear and logistic regression, decision trees, or k-means clustering to derive, validate, and measure conclusions from data.
• Experience reporting data requirements, rules, and assumptions.
• Experience with data mining in distributed systems like Databricks/Google Big Query/Snowflake.
• Experience handling large, transactional-level datasets and interpreting data trends from various disparate data sources.

Knowledge

• Passion for music or media industry data.
• Familiarity with music streaming services (Spotify, Apple, Amazon Music, YouTube), social media platforms (TikTok, FB/Instagram), and emerging technologies (digital assistants/voice).
• Graduate degree in a quantitative field, including Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or other related fields.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At Disney, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. As a Data Analyst, you will have opportunities to:

• Work on complex data projects and contribute to business growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and build relationships with stakeholders.
• Develop your skills and expertise in data analysis, machine learning, and visualization.
• Participate in training and development programs to enhance your career.

Work Environment and Company Culture

At Disney, we foster a creative and collaborative work culture that encourages innovation and teamwork. As a remote employee, you will have the flexibility to work from home and be part of a dynamic team that is passionate about entertainment and media.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Competitive hourly rate of $23/hour.
• Part-time remote work arrangement with 8 hours per day.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
• Paid time off, including vacation days, holidays, and sick leave.
• Employee discounts on Disney products and services.

Conclusion

If you are a motivated and talented Data Analyst looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at The Walt Disney Organization. As a Data Analyst, you will play a critical role in driving business growth and informed decision-making across our Disney Music Group business areas. We look forward to hearing from you!

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