At NOVA Entertainment, we have a culture of innovation, creativity and exceptional service. We move fast, think big and thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.
Our values, we call
The Code
shape how we work and how we show up for each other, our clients and audiences.
How does this apply?
As the
Audience & Research Executive
, Relentless Curiosity is reflected in the way you explore audience behaviours, market trends and measurement data to uncover meaningful insights and opportunities. Drawing on a range of audience intelligence tools, research methodologies and data sources, you'll help shape how NOVA Entertainment positions its proposition to advertisers across all media channels and products. By connecting audience understanding with commercial outcomes, you'll create insight-led stories that demonstrate the unique value of NOVA's audience and drive commercial impact.
Unwavering Unity is brought to life through the connections this role creates across audience measurement, research and commercial teams. Working closely with the Audience IQ Lead and stakeholders across Sales, Strategy, Digital Audio, Programming and Marketing, you'll help establish a shared understanding of our audiences and contribute to a single source of truth for audience intelligence. Through reporting, tools and enablement initiatives, you'll support teams to confidently apply audience insights in market and drive commercial outcomes.
In practice this looks like:
Supporting the delivery of key research projects across a range of topics, methodologies and business priorities
Assisting with the analysis and interpretation of research studies to uncover actionable insights and opportunities
Implementing and maintaining a regular reporting cadence, including category reports, brand lift studies, attribution reports and case studies
Contributing to the development of internal and external audience intelligence collateral aligned to the GfK Radio 360 ratings timetable




Partnering with the Audience IQ Lead to proactively distribute audience insights through initiatives such as the Audio Intelligence Report, Nova Academy sessions and Performance Playbooks
Supporting the Head of Creative Intelligence and Audience IQ Lead with functional planning, project delivery and team initiatives
Collaborating with Sales & Strategy, Digital Audio, Programming and Marketing teams to respond to audience measurement, consumer behaviour and commercial insight requirements
At NOVA, Radical Empathy is reflected in the ability to understand stakeholder needs and translate audience intelligence into insights, tools and resources that help others make confident, informed decisions.
This can be demonstrated by:
Translating complex research and audience data into transparent, actionable recommendations
Tailoring insights and communication to suit different stakeholder groups and business needs
Building trusted relationships across commercial and operational teams
Supporting stakeholders with timely, relevant and commercially meaningful audience intelligence
Contributing to training, communication and enablement initiatives that improve understanding and adoption of audience insights
Underpinning all of this is a blend of research expertise, commercial acumen and the ability to translate insight into impact.
Skills that help you succeed in this role:
Strong understanding of market research methodologies, including quantitative survey design, analysis and interpretation
Practical experience with enterprise research and community management platforms (e.g. Qualtrics Research) and industry tools such as eRAM and Nielsen Consumer & Media View




Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI and Word, including dashboard creation, maintenance and data visualisation
Solid understanding of the Australian media landscape, with a passion for the audio industry and delivering meaningful audience insights
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders
Highly organised and detail-oriented critical thinker, with strong stakeholder management, prioritisation, data hygiene and a positive approach to team culture
What's in it for you
Free pre-pay day lunch days to bring the team together
Additional leave days: Anniversary & Loyalty leave, Give back Leave, Mental Wellbeing days
Excellent employee benefits from a variety of partners nationally
Frequent celebrations and themed days that make work genuinely enjoyable
A fun, energetic environment where wins are celebrated and milestones are recognised
At NOVA Entertainment, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, fostering a fair and inclusive recruitment process where every candidate is considered equitably and supported to succeed
We aim to contact shortlisted applicants within 5–10 working days of receiving their application.
If you require any adjustments or considerations during the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.
About NOVA Entertainment:
NOVA Entertainment is one of Australia's leading audio entertainment providers, connecting audiences and brands across broadcast, digital and on-demand platforms.
NOVA is home to Australia's #1 radio network and some of the country's most recognised radio brands alongside an expanding suite of DAB+ stations.
NOVA's broadcast offering is complemented by a range of on-demand assets across digital, social and mobile, including the Nova Podcast Network, which brings together a diverse and accessible mix of talent to create premium content that connects audiences and brands.
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📌 Audience & Research Executive (Sydney)
🏢 NOVA Entertainment
📍 Sydney