Coordinator, Research & Insights

About the Organization

Sesame Workshop is the global nonprofit behind Sesame Street and so much more. For over 50 years, we have worked at the intersection of education, media, and research, creating joyful experiences that enrich minds and expand hearts, all in service of empowering each generation to build a better world. Our beloved characters, iconic shows, outreach in communities, and more bring playful early learning to families in more than 190 countries and advance our mission to help children everywhere grow smarter, stronger, and kinder.

About the Role

The Coordinator is a member of the Research & Insights team and reports to the Vice President, Research & Insights. The Research & Insights department includes the Data Science, Consumer Insights, and Content Research & Evaluation teams. The Coordinator’s work will provide support to the Research & Insights department, offering forward-facing insights to advance Sesame Workshop’s mission to help children grow smarter, stronger, and kinder. The role also includes administrative and organizational support for the VP, Research & Insights, as well as the Data Science, Consumer Insights, and Content Research & Evaluation teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the maintenance and expansion of the research participant recruitment listserv and help develop, program, and recruit for surveys.
• Support VP, Research & Insights with administrative tasks, including meetings, partner management, and research-related event coordination.
• Manage Research & Insights contract and invoicing processes, with support from team leaders.
• Assist with preparation of internal and external written communications and presentations, including formatting, proofreading, and fact-checking.
• Support projects, primary and secondary data collection, and data management.
• Provide the team with the latest trends in the kids’ media landscape with guidance from team leaders.
• Manage preparation of external and internal meetings and conference calls, ensuring they are planned and run smoothly by handling invites, logistics, meeting materials, minutes, follow-up, and facility bookings.
• Perform other related duties as needed to support team and organizational priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, Educational Psychology, Media & Communication, Market Research, or other relevant disciplines.
• 1-2 years of experience in a relevant field, supporting research, education, or similar projects.
• Experience with MS Office Suite and virtual meeting platforms.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with young children.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, handle a heavy, diverse workload, and work closely with coworkers.
• Strong organizational and communication skills: detail-oriented, results-oriented, and highly organized.
• Strong time management skills and ability to proactively manage others’ time when necessary.
• Proactive team player with an ability to spot inefficiencies and propose solutions.
• A willingness to work across cultural contexts and time zones.
• Curious mindset and desire to understand the reasons behind the facts.

Schedule

This position is based at our headquarters office in New York (Manhattan) at 1900 Broadway, New York, NY, and follows a hybrid work model. In-office requirements vary by role and employee group, and currently range from two to five designated in-office days per week.