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Senior User Researcher

Mountain View, CA · Hybrid

$140K - $170K/yr

Articulate effective customer stories to drive change and inform strategy of product initiatives to business strategy. What You'll Bring To The Role * 5+ years in user research roles, with experience ...

Co-op, Design Researcher

Boston, MA · On-site

$20 - $32/hr

You will assist in creating multimodal outputs while developing a full story arc. Most projects are ... Skills in quantitative research manipulated to create qualitative results, i.e., writing screeners ...

Maintain a detailed and up-to-date tracking system for all storyteller research, outreach, and follow-up. * Serve as a point of contact for storytellers, engaging warmly and professionally across ...

The Opportunity On the Design Research & Strategy team, our mission is to lay a user-centered ... At Adobe, we value the differences in others' stories and ideas- You'll be able to bring your ...

The Opportunity On the Design Research & Strategy team, our mission is to lay a user-centered ... At Adobe, we value the differences in others' stories and ideas- You'll be able to bring your ...

Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom ... Netflix Games is seeking a Researcher, Games to conduct user research that guides the development ...

Creates research artifacts as data documentation, including flows, diagrams, user stories, reports, and presentations * Build research reports in a variety of formats, adjusting content and format ...

Creates research artifacts as data documentation, including flows, diagrams, user stories, reports, and presentations * Build research reports in a variety of formats, adjusting content and format ...

Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom ... Netflix Games is seeking a Researcher, Games to conduct user research that guides the development ...

Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom ... Netflix Games is seeking a Researcher, Games to conduct user research that guides the development ...

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How much do story researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for story researcher in the United States is $113,102.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $154,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a story researcher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Story Researcher, you need strong research and analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in journalism, media, or communications. Familiarity with digital research tools, databases, fact-checking systems, and sometimes knowledge of copyright laws is essential. Curiosity, creativity, and the ability to communicate findings clearly are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure the accurate, timely, and engaging gathering of information that supports compelling storytelling across various media platforms.

How does a story researcher typically collaborate with writers and producers during the development phase of a project?

As a Story Researcher, you'll work closely with writers and producers to ensure that scripts and storylines are grounded in accurate and compelling details. Your responsibilities may include presenting research findings, suggesting narrative directions based on factual information, and clarifying historical or cultural contexts. Regular communication and brainstorming sessions are common, and your expertise helps shape the authenticity and depth of the final script. This collaborative environment not only enhances the quality of the production but also gives you valuable insight into the creative process.

What does a story researcher do?

A Story Researcher is responsible for finding, verifying, and developing story ideas for media projects like documentaries, news programs, or films. They conduct background research, gather facts, locate sources, and ensure accurate information is presented to producers and writers. Their work helps shape the narrative and ensures stories are compelling, relevant, and credible. Story Researchers may also assist with interviews, fact-checking, and tracking down archival material.
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Infographic showing various Story Researcher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 67% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 77% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,102 per year, or $54.4 per hour.

CX Researcher & Information Designer

Trimble

Dayton, OH

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 16 days ago


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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

49th of 157 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

Transform Industries as our CX Research and Information Designer: Visualizing the Future of Construction!

Are you inspired by customer-centric products that solve real-world problems? CTCT is looking for a creative CX Research and Information Designer to transform complex data into compelling visual narratives. In this role, you will apply your research and design skills to deliver critical user insights that drive improvements for global customers in the construction, mining, and paving industries. Join our collaborative team and bring the customer voice to the forefront of innovation.

About Us:

Trimble is a global technology company that connects the physical and digital worlds, transforming the ways work gets done. With relentless innovation in precise positioning, modeling and data analytics, Trimble enables essential industries including construction, geospatial and transportation. Whether it's helping customers build and maintain infrastructure, design and construct buildings, optimize global supply chains or map the world, Trimble is at the forefront, driving productivity and progress.

The Trimble Field Systems segment provides solutions to increase precision and productivity in construction tasks by empowering stakeholders to collect accurate information and manage conditions with cutting-edge technology.

What Makes This Role Great:

In this role, you will be at the forefront of "UX-ing" our research, creating compelling and inspiring learning experiences that shape the future of machine control and field system products. You will have the unique opportunity to bridge the gap between complex data and actionable strategy, directly influencing how our global product teams understand and build for the end user.

Key Exciting Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop high-impact visual representations of research data, including infographics, interactive dashboards, and workflows.

  • Plan and execute global research sessions, including customer interviews, surveys, and user testing to gather deep insights.

  • Craft compelling data-driven stories and visual narratives that highlight key patterns and trends for stakeholders.

  • Spearhead the exploration of interactive prototypes and AI applications to innovate research methods and UX design.

  • Partner with cross-functional Insights and Product teams to translate intricate findings into clear, actionable visual strategies.

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • You have 5-8 years of experience in information design, research visualization, or UX design.

  • You possess a strong portfolio demonstrating your ability to translate research into customer-focused presentations and tools.

  • You are proficient in design and visualization software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or Tableau.

  • You hold a Bachelor's degree in UX, Graphic Design, Information Design, HCI, or a related field.

  • You are a natural storyteller with the ability to communicate complex findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Bonus Points For:

  • Experience working within a dedicated research or insights-driven environment.

  • Proven ability to assist in high-level strategy development.

  • Proficiency in video editing or advanced interactive prototyping tools.

Logistics:

Location: Dayton, OH; Peoria, IL; or Westminster, CO (In Office)

Travel Requirement: 10-15%

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

At Trimble, we're not just a company that "does good"-we are a team dedicated to making a tangible, positive Real-World Impact. We build innovative solutions designed to solve the world's most critical challenges. From construction sites to transportation hubs, our work tangibly improves how people live, build, move, and grow.

You'll work on projects that truly matter: Our purpose-driven culture means you'll be helping to build and deliver solutions that make work faster, safer, and more sustainable for millions of people worldwide. Our impact is tangible, from connected machines that save fuel to data-driven insights that reduce waste.

Collaborate with like-minded people: Our strong internal culture is a "hidden gem." You will work with a collaborative, supportive team that shares your purpose and fosters a genuine sense of belonging. We're a company of "visionary pragmatists" who think boldly and build things that work.

Be an owner: Trimble thrives on individuals who take initiative and embrace ownership. You'll find an entrepreneurial spirit where success is often "self-authored," empowering proactive "doers."

CX Researcher, Information Designer, Data Visualization, UX Design, User Experience, Infographics, Customer Insights, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, User Research, Interaction Design

Compensation: Trimble provides the following compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full time schedule. Trimble reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

Hiring Range

$115,600.00-$158,900.00

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Bonus Eligible?

Yes

Commission Eligible?

No


Benefits: Trimble offers comprehensive core benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Time off plans and retirement plans. Most of our businesses also offer tax savings plans for health, dependent care and commuter expenses as well as Paid Parental Leave and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. If this position is identified above as commission- or bonus-eligible, the terms of the commission plan or discretionary bonus plan for which you are eligible will be provided following the employee start date.


How to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the 'Apply Now' button located in this posting.


Application Deadline: Applications could be accepted until at least 30 days from the posting date.

At Trimble, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Guided by our core values-Belong, Innovate, and Grow-we embrace and celebrate differences, knowing they make us stronger and more innovative. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds and advancing opportunities while embracing race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other protected and diverse characteristic. We are committed to offering our candidates and employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs the ability to seek reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law and/or where it would not constitute undue hardship for Trimble. For more, please see Trimble's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics at https://investor.trimble.com, under "Corporate Governance."

Our mission to transform the way the world works starts with transforming how we work together. By actively listening, asking questions, and taking intentional actions, we cultivate a culture that provides equitable opportunities for everyone to contribute and grow.

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