Data Analyst Trainee, Global Technology

Job Description

About Sony Music Entertainment

At Sony Music Entertainment, we fuel the creative journey. We've played a pioneering role in music history, from the first-ever music label to the invention of the flat disc record. We've nurtured some of music's most iconic artists and produced some of the most influential recordings of all time. Today, we work in more than 60 countries, supporting a diverse roster of international superstars, developing and independent artists, and visionary creators. From our position at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology, we bring imagination and expertise to the newest products and platforms, embrace new business models, employ breakthrough tools, and provide powerful insights that help our artists push creative boundaries and reach new audiences. In everything we do, we're committed to artistic integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship. Sony Music Entertainment is a member of the Sony family of global companies.
Overview

Trainees, while in each project, will be under the tutelage of one of our technology professionals, gaining hands-on exposure to the business side of the music industry and will be strongly considered for full time placement at the conclusion of the program.

The role provides essential background to various methods and technologies used in reporting and analytics within Sony Music. More specifically, the role will focus on our cloud-based Sales and Marketing Data Warehouse which is primarily used for consumer behavior analytics. Furthermore, the role will also provide the candidate with opportunities in business analysis, project management and technology leadership.

Position is a 24-month assignment and once completed the trainee will be strongly considered for full-time employment within the same group in Sony Music Global Technology Department.

The analyst trainee will be based in New York City with possibly some infrequent short-term travel to offices in Munich and London

The deadline to apply is Monday, November 28, 2022, at 5:00pm EST.
*Please note: this program will begin in September 2023.

Responsibilities
• Work with technology teams in an agile environment to define requirements, support users and provide applications testing and documentation support
• Work closely with senior business analysts to define business problems and help conceptualize technology solutions
• Provide alternative options where appropriate including non-technical solutions and advise on existing processes where required
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders on-shore and off-shore to fulfil IS&T service demands
• Assist in documentation processes spanning user requirements, functional specifications, user manuals and operations, security, & business continuity compliance
• Participate in ad hoc system training with users

Qualifications
• Major or minor in Data Analytics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science
• Coursework in programming a plus
• Experience or activities that illustrates a passion for using technology to elegantly solve business problems
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated passion for the music industry
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and potential
• Exhibits entrepreneurial and business savvy mindset
• Winter 2022 and Spring/Summer 2023 graduate

What we give you:
• $70,000 starting base salary
• You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to fuel the creative journey
• A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching
• Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition and student loans
• We invest in your professional growth & development
• Time off for a winter recess

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rjjqm1-18-191-120-131-42 in your application.