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Publicis Media harnesses the power of modern media through global agency brands Publicis Collective, Spark Foundry, Starcom and Zenith. A key business solution of Publicis Groupe, Publicis Media's digital-first, data-driven global practices deliver client value and drive growth in a platform-powered world. It is present in more than sixty countries with over 23,000 employees worldwide.

We don't all look the same, and we don't expect you to, either. But successful members of the Analytics team at Platform generally have a passion for emerging tech and media, bring a data-driven approach to decision-making, have a fresh perspective and share it in a positive way, don't shy away from a challenge, and are always hungry to learn more. We look for prior experience in media analytics, especially digital media. We hope you're a numbers whiz and know how to bring data to life through a compelling story.

Role Objectives:

Analysts form the foundation of the Analytics team. They pull and arrange data from a multitude of sources to feed business-improving insights, then build thoughtful presentations and reports that bring the story home to our clients. They work closely with their Manager or Senior Analyst to learn the most efficient and effective ways of wrangling with data and develop skills to become full-fledged story tellers.

• B.A. or B.S., preferably in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Marketing/Advertising or related field
• 1+ of experience working with large data sets or conducting quantitative analysis
• Agency experience highly preferred
• Knowledge of Digital Media, Marketing/Advertising industries highly preferred
• Experience working with Python, R programming languages
• Experience working with relational databases, SQL
• Strong communication skills
• Agency experience highly preferred
• Ability to speak and write professionally
• Ability and comfort with presenting work by phone or within small groups
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to service clients, partners and internal stakeholders by understanding needs, translating those needs into creative solutions, and delivering on those solutions with diligence and a sense of urgency
• Knowledge of digital media metrics (Impressions, Clicks, CTR, CPM, etc.)
• Knowledge of visualization tools like Tableau and Power BI
• Knowledge of analytics tools and relational databases (Google Analytics, SQL, MS Access)
• Advanced Excel skills (ability to work with macros, advanced formulas, pivot tables)
• Knowledge of python and other programming languages

Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Difference" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent. 

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive.  Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K,  as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com.  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Compensation Range: $55,765.00  - $65,500.00. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 6/15/26.