Information Technology - Data Management and Operations Analyst

$67,000 - $75,000/Yr

Caa - New York, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries

About the position

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Data Management and Operations Analyst to join our dynamic Data team. This pivotal role is designed for individuals who are passionate about entertainment, brands, music, sports, and analytics, and who possess a natural aptitude for storytelling through data. As a member of our growing data team, you will be at the heart of our data-driven initiatives, supporting the execution and improvement of cutting-edge data strategies, operations, and processes. In this role, you will actively participate in driving data product testing, contributing to exciting data projects, and ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our data operations. You will have the opportunity to develop foundational skills across multiple data verticals, gain a comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end data business, and make a tangible impact on strategic projects that align with CAA's lofty goals. This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to advance your career in a fast-paced and rewarding environment, where collaboration and innovation are at the forefront of our mission.

Responsibilities

• Partner with data colleagues to develop and execute test cases for our award-winning suite of sophisticated data products.
• Identify and document any data issues or inconsistencies.
• Partner with data team leadership to understand and make recommendations that improve data quality and associated processes.
• Evaluate and implement testing automation strategies and tools.
• Collaborate and communicate with senior team members across different groups to integrate testing processes.
• Gather and analyze data requirements for projects.
• Collaborate with senior team members to align data activities with business goals.
• Break down business requests into user stories for Data Science, Analytics, and Engineering development.
• Work closely with data engineers, data scientists, data analysts, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Participate in agile development activities such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Analyze current data management practices and make recommendations to improve them.
• Monitor daily data tasks and help ensure accurate data flow.
• Participate in efforts to standardize data practices across teams.
• Work with colleagues, data vendors, and leadership to resolve data-related issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Internship and/or 1-3 years of experience in data analysis, data operations, consulting, product management, QA, or a related area.
• Familiarity with building and analyzing dashboards via Data Visualization tools like PowerBI.
• Basic understanding of data management tools and familiarity with programming concepts.
• Familiarity with Product Management tools (ADO, Jira) and frameworks (Agile, Scaled Agile).
• Willingness to learn and work with data testing tools and automation basics.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to spot data inconsistencies.
• Eagerness to learn how to identify and solve data-related issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced presentation skills (Canva/PowerPoint).
• Excellent team player and ability to gain trust quickly with colleagues.

Nice-to-haves

• A passion for continuous learning with an ability to think big, but with a desire to gain specialized skills.
• Enthusiasm for working with data and proactively improving processes.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.

Benefits

• Annual base salary in the range of $67,000 - $75,000.
• Eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus.