Data Creation Analyst (Sports & Video Analytics)

Randstad Digital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Digital in Toronto is seeking a Data Creation Analyst to generate proprietary data by retrospectively analyzing video footage of sporting events using in-house analytical software. You will build specialized expertise in assigned sports markets and become a recognized expert in your field.

As part of the team, you will meticulously log data points, extract precise details per guidelines, and contribute to process improvements while adhering to escalation protocols for data or software

Qualifications

• Attention to detail with high accuracy when capturing information.
• Native digital skills and ability to adapt to specialized software.
• Strong focus and concentration on detailed tasks.
• Solid numeric skills and good common sense.
• Passion for sports and sports statistics.
• Excellent communication across digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Watch historical sporting events and log data points.
• Extract precise details from video footage per guidelines.
• Master proprietary in-house analytics software and provide feedback.
• Identify and communicate process improvements.
• Escalate issues per defined protocols when data or software issues arise.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Digital Fluency

Focus & Concentration

Core Aptitudes

Passion for sports

Excellent communication

Job description

Our client a growing Canadian business that services the operational needs of a global, multi-asset class, private investment firm. Operating as a family-owned enterprise with no external customers, clients, or shareholders, we offer a focused, unique, and exciting workplace culture where the team can thrive.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the Data Creation Analyst plays a vital role in generating proprietary data by retrospectively analyzing video footage of sporting events using market-leading analytical software. In this role, you will build specialized expertise in assigned sporting markets and products, becoming a recognized expert in your field.

Key Responsibilities

• Video & Data Logging: Watch historical sporting events and meticulously log specific data points.
• Detail Capture: Extract precise details from sports video footage based on guidelines established by team leadership.
• Software Mastery: Master the use of proprietary, in-house analytical software and provide feedback to help enhance tool functionality.
• Process Optimization: Proactively identify and communicate process improvements or operational inefficiencies.
• Issue Escalation: Follow defined escalation protocols whenever data or technical issues are identified.

What We Are Looking For (Required Skills & Experience)

• Attention to Detail: Very fine attention to detail and high accuracy when capturing information.
• Digital Fluency: Native computer and digital skills, with the ability to quickly adapt to specialized software.
• Focus & Concentration: Strong ability to stay focused on detailed tasks, regardless of background noise or team activity.
• Core Aptitudes: Basic numeric skills, sound common sense, and a great attitude.
• A strong passion for sports and sports statistics.
• Excellent communication skills across multiple digital platforms.

Logistics & Compensation

• Location/Work Mode: Onsite in downtown Toronto. This role requires working 5 days a week in the office.
• Employment Type: Permanent Full-time

Why Join Us?

• Work with Proprietary Tools: Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge, market-leading analytical software.
• Unique Work Environment: Enjoy working within a stable, family-owned firm dedicated exclusively to internal investment operations.
• Continuous Growth: Build deep domain knowledge across various global sporting markets and products.