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Lionsgate

Director, Global Research

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

Summary of Position Lionsgate is seeking a Director, Global Research to report to the SVP, Ratings/Research. This role is a senior research leader within the Global Distribution group, responsible ...

Lionsgate

Director, Global Research

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

Monitor and evaluate global marketplace trends across broadcast, cable, FAST, AVOD, SVOD, and ... Design and implement advanced research tools, dashboards, and reporting frameworks to enhance ...

Morning Consult

Research Director

Morning Consult is a global decision intelligence company changing how modern leaders make smarter ... Manage large, complex research projects and programs both personally and through direct reports to ...

IDC Corporate

Overview About the Role & Team IDC is seeking a Research Director to join our established worldwide ... As the premier global provider of trusted technology intelligence, IDC equips business and ...

IDC Corporate

Research Director

Boston, MA · On-site

Overview About the Role & Team IDC is seeking a Research Director to join our established worldwide ... As the premier global provider of trusted technology intelligence, IDC equips business and ...

System1 Group PLC

Research Director

Manhattan, NY · On-site

In the words of one of our senior clients recently... "Market Research has changed more in the last 3 years than the previous 40" System1 is the leading global Marketing decision making platform. We ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for global research director in the United States is $191,320.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $135,500.00 and $229,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Global Research Director vs Market Research Manager?

AspectGlobal Research DirectorMarket Research Manager
CredentialsAdvanced degrees in research, marketing, or related fields; extensive experienceBachelor's or master's in marketing, business, or related fields; some experience
Work EnvironmentStrategic leadership across multiple regions; executive-level collaborationOversees research projects; collaborates with marketing and product teams
Employer & Industry UsageGlobal corporations, research firms, multinational companiesConsumer goods, retail, technology companies

The Global Research Director typically holds a higher strategic and leadership role, overseeing research initiatives worldwide, while the Market Research Manager focuses on managing specific research projects within a company. Both roles require strong analytical skills, but the director's scope is broader and more strategic.

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Infographic showing various Global Research Director job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $191,320 per year, or $92 per hour.

Director, Global Research

Santa Monica, CA • On-site

Lionsgate
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the strategic analysis and executive reporting of linear and streaming content performance across domestic and international markets

  • Oversee tracking and performance of current and library TV and Film

  • Translate complex ratings and viewership data into actionable insights for cross-functional teams

Lionsgate rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Summary of Position
Lionsgate is seeking a Director, Global Research to report to the SVP, Ratings/Research. This role is a senior research leader within the Global Distribution group, responsible for overseeing performance analytics across linear and streaming platforms. The Director will work on a highly collaborative team that works across global Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Corporate Strategy teams to deliver executive level insights that shape distribution strategy and content valuation across the ecosystem. The role synthesizes complex audience, performance, and marketplace data into clear, actionable insights that drive informed decision making.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the strategic analysis and executive reporting of linear and streaming content performance across domestic and international markets
  • Oversee tracking and performance of current and library TV and Film
  • Translate complex ratings and viewership data into actionable insights, enabling cross-functional teams to think more strategically about sales, content licensing, and positioning.
  • Monitor and evaluate global marketplace trends across broadcast, cable, FAST, AVOD, SVOD, and emerging digital platforms
  • Partner with internal subscription channel teams to provide performance reporting, subscriber analytics, and growth insights
  • Prepare and deliver executive-ready presentations and performance updates for senior leadership
  • Design and implement advanced research tools, dashboards, and reporting frameworks to enhance analytical capabilities
  • Lead, mentor, and develop research team members, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture, spanning across the London office
  • Serve as a key research liaison across business units, ensuring alignment between data insights and strategic priorities

Qualifications and Skills
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in media research, ratings analytics, or related field, preferably within television or streaming
  • Deep expertise in TV and digital viewership measurement, ratings methodologies, and performance benchmarking
  • Strong quantitative acumen with advanced analytical and data interpretation skills
  • Demonstrated experience synthesizing large, complex datasets into clear strategic insights
  • Proven leadership experience managing and developing teams
  • Exceptional presentation and communication skills at an executive level
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple high-priority initiatives
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with a strategic, solutions-oriented mindset
  • Passion for film, television, and the evolving global media landscape
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Statistics, Social Sciences, or Media Studies) preferred

Additional Requirements
This position requires five (5) days per week in office.
About Lionsgate
Lionsgate (NYSE: LION) is one of the world's leading standalone, pure play, publicly traded content companies. It brings together diversified motion picture and television production and distribution businesses, a world-class portfolio of valuable brands and franchises, a talent management and production powerhouse and a more than 20,000-title film and television library, all driven by the studio's bold and entrepreneurial culture.
Business Unit Overview
Lionsgate Television
Lionsgate's Television Group is a leading supplier of premium programming to buyers around the world. With a rich history of acclaimed television series such as Mad Men, Weeds, Nurse Jackie, Orange is the New Black, Nashville and The Studio, Lionsgate Television series have earned 396 Emmy Award nominations and 47 Emmys. Lionsgate's Television Group includes nearly 100 series spanning 40+ networks from Lionsgate Television, Lionsgate Alternative Television, Lionsgate Worldwide Television Distribution, 3 Arts Entertainment and Debmar-Mercury.
Our Benefits
  • Full Coverage - Medical, Vision, and Dental
  • Work/Life Balance - generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day
  • 401(k) company matching

Compensation
$130,000 - $140,000
EEO Statement
Lionsgate is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.

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