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Paramount Manager, Subscriber Growth Forecasting, Paramount Streaming in New York, New York
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Overview:
The Subscriber Growth Forecasting Manager is in charge of the execution, maintenance, and analysis of forecasting models supporting subscriber acquisition, churn, retention, and lifetime value (LTV). This role works closely with Data Science, Marketing, Finance, and BI teams to deliver accurate, timely, and decision-ready forecasts that inform marketing investments, promotions, and growth initiatives.
The Manager plays a hands-on role in forecasting, pacing, reforecasting, and performance analysis, ensuring forecasting outputs are aligned with business goals and execution realities.
Responsibilities:
Execute Paramount+ subscriber forecasts, including acquisition starts, churn, and short- and long-term retention, in close collaboration with Data Science, Marketing, and Finance teams
Run and maintain cohort-based analyses to assess subscriber behavior, retention curves, and lifecycle dynamics
Collect, validate, and analyze forecasting inputs across acquisition, retention, and partnership channels
Perform variance analysis versus plan, identify drivers of performance, and surface insights to support optimization decisions
Write, run, and optimize SQL queries to extract and examine large datasets supporting forecasting and performance analysis
Support development and maintenance of forecasts for new starts, churn, and subscriber base in partnership with Data Science and Paid Media teams
Produce weekly and monthly reporting on pacing, actuals vs. goals, and forecast accuracy
Partner with BI teams to support automation of recurring reports and dashboards
Support promotional scenario analysis and post-promotion performance assessments against business case goals
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Data Analytics, or related field
5+ years of experience in forecasting, analytics, performance marketing, or strategic analysis within subscription or digital media businesses
Robust knowledge of subscriber funnels, retention, churn, and forecasting methodologies (including variance and scenario analysis)
Advanced Excel and SQL skills; experience with BI/data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Experience analyzing large datasets and translating insights into clear recommendations for cross-functional stakeholders
Familiarity with multi-platform products (mobile, web, OTT)
Additional Qualifications:
Experience in digital streaming or subscription media
Exposure to predictive modeling, machine learning concepts, or tools such as Python or R
Solid communication and stakeholder management skills
Comfortable operating in dynamic, evolving environments
Interest in user experiences driven by algorithms and recommendation systems
Paramount+, a direct-to-consumer digital subscription video on-demand and live streaming service from Paramount Global, combines live sports, breaking news, and a mountain of entertainment. The premium streaming service features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including BET, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and the Smithsonian Channel. The service is also the streaming home to unmatched sports programming, including every CBS Sports event, from golf to football to basketball and more, plus exclusive streaming rights for major sports properties, including some of the worlds biggest and most popular soccer leagues. Paramount+ also enables subscribers to stream local CBS stations live across the U.S. in addition to the ability to stream Paramount Streamings other live channels: CBSN for 24/7 news, CBS Sports HQ for sports news and analysis, and ET Live for entertainment coverage.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $110,000.00 - 130,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.This position is bonus eligible.
What We Offer:
Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here:https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
Generous paid time off.
An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramounts most dynamic teams.
Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
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