Senior Research Lead

dotdotdash is an innovation agency building future-forward brand experiences at the intersection of culture x technology.

A collective of curious rebels, we combine deep knowledge with realistic optimism to push boundaries on behalf of our partners.

We Value

• Collaboration - together, we make our best work.
• Innovation - we take informed risks.
• Integrity - through authenticity we build trust.
• Diligence - we don’t stop until we deliver the magic.
• Adaptation - we evolve at the pace of culture and technology.

We create non-traditional campaigns, immersive content, interactive spaces, digital experiences and mixed realities. While our process remains relatively consistent across project types, our technical toolsets and creative outputs are continuously evolving.

We’re seeking to grow our team with individuals who share our perspective, values and drive to create industry-leading work, and those who have a proven track record of doing so.

Strategy’s mission at dotdotdash is to bring clarity to brand narrative and impact through our expertise in innovation and culture. As a Senior Research Lead, you will be the company’s resident expert on building and leading our research engine that generates thought leadership at the intersection of culture and technology.

You are

• Approaching work with a subversive attitude
• Considering and advocating for the lived experiences of diverse communities
• Equal parts creative and analytical
• A sharp, concise communicator, both written and spoken
• Curious, never not asking questions
• A nimble, entrepreneurial builder

Responsibilities

• Vertical Growth – Collaborating with our studio & strategy leadership to identify new strategy capabilities and processes as they relate to the Research vertical, and being the champion that educates both our clients and studio staff upon rollout
• Team Growth – Coaching the Research Pod and other new department members as they join the studio in the future
• Relationships – Developing strong relationships with clients, consumers, partners and thought leaders in culture and technology
• Goals – Defining clear and ambitious research objectives and hypotheses
• Research & Insights – Conducting primary and secondary research to uncover insights and foresights about communities, cultures, brands and business categories through a range of quant and qual methodologies, including competitor landscape reviews, in-depth interviews, surveys, ethnographic observation and focus groups
• Data – Working with tools and translating data into stories and visualizations
• Strategy – Translating insights into simple frameworks, mental models and plans of action for business innovations and solutions
• Research Products – Creating a variety of mediums (content, experiences and products) informed by the research

Requirements

• 5-8+ years into creating industry-defining thought leadership, research, or editorial media/journalism
• With speciality at the forefront of tech and innovation (web3, metaverse, social media, ecommerce)
• With speciality in culture, like music, streetwear, sneakers, sports, Gen Z

Additional Details

The annual salary range for this role is $124,000 - $178,000 and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic location and experience. Other compensation includes relocation costs, if applicable.

Benefits for which this role is eligible include health/vision/dental insurance, paid medical/paid parental leave, 401(k), stock purchase, vacation, sick, and personal days, disability, life, travel insurance plans and programs, family forming benefit, MetLife Legal benefit, and employee assistance program subject to the terms and conditions of such benefit plans. At dotdotdash, we are always excited about meeting great talent. Please don't let our posted ranges keep you from exploring this or any other exciting opportunities within dotdotdash.

This position is to start Q1 2023 and will report to the Executive Director, Strategy. Location is remote, but may require travel for client or production related meetings both domestically and internationally, as well as company meetings in the PDX, LA or NYC area(s).