Freelance Insights Leader - Data-Driven Brand Research

1000heads Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,350 - 73,800; Full time

Job summary

1000heads Group is seeking a Freelance Insight Manager to join our Insights team in delivering data-driven brand insights. You will lead social listening, audience research, and reporting across client accounts, collaborating with senior teams to shape briefs and compelling narratives.

The role requires 3–5 years in research or analytics, proficiency with social listening platforms and digital analytics, and strong communication to translate data into actionable recommendations.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in research, data analytics, or social media marketing.
• Proficiency with social listening platforms and digital analytics.
• Strong foundation in research design, data analysis, and reporting.
• Skilled in data visualization using Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Execute insight projects involving social listening, audience research, and data analysis across multiple client accounts.
• Collaborate with senior team members and account teams to define research briefs and deliver clear, impactful reports.
• Assist in developing and applying research methodologies and measurement frameworks to ensure data accuracy and insight consistency.
• Analyze data from social listening platforms, digital analytics, and third‑party research to identify trends and provide actionable recommendations.
• Create compelling data visualizations and reports to communicate findings effectively to internal teams and clients.
• Support and work alongside junior insight staff, contributing to their development and knowledge sharing.
• Manage multiple projects efficiently, ensuring timely and quality delivery.
• Stay current on emerging tools and techniques to continuously improve insight capabilities.

Skills

Social listening

Data analytics

Research design

Data visualization

Communication

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Global Web Index

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

1000heads Group is seeking a Freelance Insight Manager to join our Insights team in delivering data-driven brand insights. You will lead social listening, audience research, and reporting across client accounts, collaborating with senior teams to shape briefs and compelling narratives.

The role requires 3–5 years in research or analytics, proficiency with social listening platforms and digital analytics, and strong communication to translate data into actionable recommendations.