Head of Audience, Insights & Measurement

Job Description

Job DescriptionAbout Quizlet:
At Quizlet, our mission is to help every learner achieve their outcomes in the most effective and delightful way. Our $1B+ learning platform serves tens of millions of students every month, including two-thirds of U.S. high schoolers and half of U.S. college students, powering over 2 billion learning interactions monthly.
We blend cognitive science with machine learning to personalize and enhance the learning experience for students, professionals, and lifelong learners alike. We’re energized by the potential to power more learners through multiple approaches and various tools.
Let’s Build the Future of LearningJoin us to design and deliver AI-powered learning tools that scale across the world and unlock human potential.
About the Role:
The Head of Audience, Insights & Measurement (AIM) for Quizlet Ads will architect Quizlet’s Ads research organization. This role will be responsible for 4 major functions in forging Quizlet Ad’s data advantage - 1) create demand for Quizlet’s 1P logged-in audience data, 2) found a world-class data studio serviced by a team of research professionals and the industry’s leading data providers, 3) build an ad effectiveness service using traditional and proprietary Quizlet brand KPIs and 4) author original marketing content as thought leadership material, both broadly in the press and bespoke to clients & verticals.
As the leader and founder of these new services and team, you will create best-in-class data solutions for Quizlet’s existing endemic clients as well as tailor solutions for Quizlet’s expanded non-endemic business. You will develop a thought leadership strategy and commercialize data solutions that drive client demand across all verticals. You will build on the needs of existing clients today and pave the way for the needs of new clients tomorrow.
You will create a flywheel of audience insights to power ad intelligence at Quizlet. The teams you lead fuel client campaigns with the best 1P audience data on Gen Z and Millennials, and then build a narrative around effectiveness with traditional and proprietary ad effectiveness techniques. The more work your team does, the smarter Quizlet Ads becomes. You will create a database of norms and benchmarks across audiences, industries, and platforms, so Quizlet Ads can continue to push boundaries in the ad space.
This role is highly visible across all stakeholders, primarily responsible for identifying, ideating, and executing commercial data opportunities that drive revenue across Quizlet Ads.
This role is onsite in our San Francisco or New York office. To support collaboration, we ask employees to be in the office at least three days a week: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.In this role, you will:

• Create a global ad sales research service: Build a marketing measurement and audience roadmap that leads the market in terms of data services and capabilities
• Accelerate Q-IQ: Our 1P data system that powers ad performance, optimization, measurement and insights
• Architect Quizlet’s 1P data studio: Imagine and construct Quizlet’s managed service around 1P data, including proprietary audience taxonomy, visualization dashboards, and bespoke advertising and data narrative insights
• Pioneer data commercialization: Develop Quizlet’s in-house insights services that drive direct or indirect revenue impact. Create added value data services that help close advertising deals or construct managed data services sold to clients directly
• Scale thought leadership globally: Author original thought leadership positioning using 1P data with a vision towards scale and downstream customization for verticals and clients
• Own the build: of world class primary research, data analytics, and advertising insights
• Forge data partnerships with the industry’s leading research & data providers: Partner with executive leaders across the data analytics and custom research space, advocating Quizlet’s needs and evangelizing data innovation across vendor partners
• Lead stakeholder coalitions: Drive impact in our high-growth organization, leveraging excellent communication and business acumen. Go beyond influencing to inspire internal and external business partners across Sales, Marketing, Operations, PR, Product, Engineer, and 3rd party data suppliers
• Construct and execute Quizlet’s enterprise research budget - Assess the needs of Quizlet Ads, develop a comprehensive budget plan, and negotiate preferred rates and services with research vendors

What you bring to the table:

• 13 + years of relevant experience with 6+ years in ad sales research leading 1P data commercialization strategy
• BA/BS required
• 8+ years experience partnering with leading measurement providers (e.g. Comscore, Nielsen, Kantar, DISQO, GWI, etc.)
• 6+ years experience leveraging digital analytics platforms (e.g. Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, Facebook Business Manager, DMPs, clean room activation etc.)
• Superior communication and presentation skills, with ability to present and translate complex information to both executive and technical partners while staying focused on our business goals
• Excellent track record of building relationships and partnering with internal & external clients on complex business problems to develop actionable recommendations
• Multi-disciplined leader with applied experience across several insights & data functions, including media insights, data analytics, and primary research.
• Bold leadership style that is inclusive, collaborative, and empathetic
• Intuitive business acumen with the ability to form new ideas across emerging market demand and initiatives, enhancing revenue-driving potential for the brand across unexpected angles
• Executive-level business partnership internally and externally
• Ability to lead programs that require influence across many functions and levels
• Budget management acumen with the ability to rationalize, evangelize, and maximize financial investment across data partners

Compensation, Benefits & Perks:

• Quizlet is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Salary transparency helps to mitigate unfair hiring practices when it comes to discrimination and pay gaps. Total compensation for this role is market competitive, including a starting base salary of $187,070 - $214,560, depending on location and experience, as well as company stock options
• This role is eligible for commission payments
• Collaborate with your manager and team to create a healthy work-life balance
• 20 vacation days that we expect you to take!
• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance (100% employee and 75% dependent PPO, Dental, VSP Choice)
• Employer-sponsored 401k plan with company match
• Access to LinkedIn Learning and other resources to support professional growth
• Paid Family Leave, FSA, HSA, Commuter benefits, and Wellness benefits
• 40 hours of annual paid time off to participate in volunteer programs of choice

Why Join Quizlet?
\uD83C\uDF0E Massive reach: 60M+ users, 1B+ interactions per week \uD83E\uDDE0 Cutting-edge tech: Generative AI, adaptive learning, cognitive science \uD83D\uDCC8 Strong momentum: Top-tier investors, sustainable business, real traction \uD83C\uDFAF Mission-first: Work that makes a difference in people’s lives \uD83E\uDD1D Inclusive culture: Committed to equity, diversity, and belonging

We strive to make everyone feel comfortable and welcome!We work to create a holistic interview process, where both Quizlet and candidates have an opportunity to view what it would be like to work together, in exploring a mutually beneficial partnership.
We provide a transparent setting that gives a comprehensive view of who we are!
In Closing:
At Quizlet, we’re excited about passionate people joining our team—even if you don’t check every box on the requirements list. We value unique perspectives and believe everyone has something meaningful to contribute. Our culture is all about taking initiative, learning through challenges, and striving for high-quality work while staying curious and open to new ideas. We believe in honest, respectful communication, thoughtful collaboration, and creating a supportive space where everyone can grow and succeed together.”
Quizlet’s success as an online learning community depends on a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
As an equal opportunity employer and a tech company committed to societal change, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Come join us!
To All Recruiters and Placement Agencies:
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