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Description Robert Half is partnering with a leading podcast and digital media company in search of an experienced Usability Specialist for a 6-month contract role on their Analytics Research team in Los Angeles. This individual will play a critical role in designing and managing comprehensive research programs that provide actionable insights into audience behavior and user experience. The Usability Specialist will collaborate with teams across Marketing, Content, Product, and Sales to ensure research findings directly inform strategy and decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for a curious, data-driven researcher with a passion for media and audio storytelling. Location: Culver City (onsite) Duration: 6-month contract, with potential for extension or conversion to full-time Hours: 40 hours/week Pay Rate: $42-47/hour About the Client Our client is a highly respected name in the digital media space, known for creating and distributing premium podcast content that reaches millions of listeners. Their work spans original series and strategic partnerships, and they are recognized for innovation in immersive, narrative-driven audio experiences. Key Responsibilities + Plan and execute qualitative and quantitative research studies such as user experience (UX) testing, episode and key art testing, audience strategy, and promotional content evaluation. + Independently manage all phases of research, including study design, questionnaire development, data collection, analysis, and reporting. + Produce routine insights reporting to support ongoing initiatives and track listener engagement trends. + Collaborate cross-functionally to understand stakeholder goals and ensure research programs align with business objectives. + Present findings clearly and persuasively to internal teams, including senior leadership, using storytelling and visual data techniques. + Provide expert recommendations to inform marketing, product development, and audience growth strategies. Requirements Qualifications + 4-6 years of hands-on research experience, with proven expertise in both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. + Previous experience within a market research, consumer insights, or media/entertainment organization is strongly preferred. + Ability to independently conduct end-to-end research using first-party tools and platforms-survey writing, programming, data quality control, and analytics. + Strong statistical knowledge with the ability to interpret and explain findings in a non-technical way to diverse audiences. + Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience working directly with senior-level stakeholders. + Comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile environment with evolving priorities. + Avid podcast consumer or strong interest in audio content and audience behavior is a plus. Innovation starts with people.® Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .

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