Job DescriptionDescription
Ad Age Datacenter is seeking a temporary research assistant to work on a seasonal project from January 29, 2024 through April 12, 2024, with the possibility of returning for additional projects later this year.
This position reports to the director of data management and offers the opportunity to work on one of Ad Age's signature reports, the Agency Report.
The job entails research, contacting trusted sources via email and phone, cold calling, entering data and notes in a Microsoft Access database, and proofreading the online report.
Hours are flexible within an 8am-6pm CST, Monday through Friday schedule. Must have the availability to work 25-29.5 hours per week.
Basic Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of college course work
Minimum of 3 months experience making outbound calls in a work or volunteer setting
Experience taking clear, concise notes and multitasking
Experience editing content
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook
Highly effective communication skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Knowledge of AP Style and experience adhering to a style guide
Must be able to start January 29
Preferences
Prior experience working as a Research Assistant in the Ad Age Data Center
Prior office experience
Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field
Prior experience working for a journalistic publication
Working knowledge of Microsoft Access and Excel
This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.
Pay Transparency Disclosure:
The exact pay rate for this position is $20/hour.
The final salary offering will take into accounta wide range of factors, including experience, accomplishments and location. The salary range provided should not be considered as a salary limit or cap. In addition to base salary, Crain also offers competitive benefits including retirement plan savings contributions and bonus opportunities based on individual and company performance.
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Many positions will also include work done in "the field." Depending on the role, this may include conducting in-person interviews, attending work-related events, meeting with sources or clients. Specifics will be noted in the job posting. Employees may be exposed to adverse environmental conditions, specifically during field work. Other typical job functions are performed under conditions such as those found in general office work.
Travel to cover news stories/events, meetings with clients, and to our geographically separated offices may be required. It is the nature of many positions to experience non-standard working hours and be on-call when needed for responding to email, meeting with clients, attending work-related events, story development or breaking news. Most employees perform work Monday through Friday, although early-morning, evening or weekend shifts may be required.
Physical Demands
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Physical activities will include frequent in-person or virtual interactions. For most positions, it is essential to be able to remain at a desk/computer workstation for prolonged periods, perform computer-related tasks, and create/maintain documents within filing systems. Must have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing reports and information, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, or extensive reading. The typical physical requirements are light work-exerting up to 25 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Some positions will have additional physical requirements, including exerting up to 50 lbs of force to move and/or carry equipment, supplies, files, or other materials as the role requires.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions and meet the environmental and physical demands of the role.
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