About the RoleContract Length: 3 monthsLocation: RemoteExtension: Strong potential for full-time conversion at the end of the contractPeakMetrics is hiring a Brand Intelligence Analyst to help translate high-volume online data into clear, compelling brand stories that drive awareness and demand. This role sits at the intersection of data analysis, storytelling, and strategic communications.We're looking for someone with a news-driven, journalism-style background — a natural storyteller who knows how to spot what matters in a fast-moving information environment, distill complex data into sharp narratives, and write with clarity, urgency, and authority. If you think in headlines, instinctively ask "what's the story here?", and thrive under deadline pressure, this role is for you.You'll work hands-on with the PeakMetrics platform to identify emerging brand narratives, uncover risks and opportunities, and turn those insights into marketing and press-ready content — including blogs, newsletters, reports, and rapid response analysis during key brand moments.This role reports into the Head of Insights and works closely day-to-day with the marketing and sales teams. There is real room to grow in this role as the company scales and the intelligence function matures.What You'll DoTurn complex data into stories that matterAnalyze large volumes of online conversation to identify brand narratives, trends, risks, and inflection pointsTranslate platform outputs into clear, prioritized insights for non-technical audiences, including journalists and communications leadersAdd real-world and data-driven context to drive additional valueCreate marketing and press-ready contentProduce weekly brand-forward intelligence that can be turned into blog posts, newsletter content, or press pitchesContribute to ongoing newsletter and blog content grounded in PeakMetrics dataOwn one in-depth, data-driven report per month designed to support lead generationSupport press efforts with data pulls, insight framing, and background contextWork directly with dataBuild, iterate, and refine queries and prompts to surface relevant conversationsAnalyze patterns, narrative evolution, amplification dynamics, and audience behaviorWork confidently with the platform as well as hands-on data manipulation and prompt engineering for AI workflowsSupport fast-moving brand momentsAssist with rapid-response analysis during brand moments, spikes in attention, or potential crisesHelp surface early warning signals and narrative risksDeliver timely, actionable insights under tight deadlinesWhat Success Looks LikeYou consistently surface lead-driving insights that marketing can turn into compelling contentYou highlight the most important narrative risks and opportunities, not just the loudest conversationsYour work helps PeakMetrics show up in relevant press coverage and thought leadershipYou adapt quickly in a fast-moving startup environment and take initiative without heavy directionYou proactively improve how intelligence is produced, communicated, and applied as the company scalesWhat We're Looking For2–5 years of relevant professional experienceStrong comfort working with quantitative metrics to identify patterns and trendsAbility to distill complex data into clear, actionable insightsExcellent written communication skills for marketing, press, or executive audiencesFamiliarity with social media platforms and online discourse dynamicsAbility to communicate insights verbally, visually, and in writingComfort collaborating cross-functionally and interacting with customers when neededStrong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneouslyExperience with social listening, media monitoring, or intelligence platformsFamiliarity with Boolean query construction or search logicExperience producing structured reports or briefs for external audiencesEven Better If You HaveNews or journalism backgroundExposure to intelligence, research, or insights-driven workflowsInterest in or exposure to LLMs and AI-assisted analysisExperience working in agency, consulting, or client-service environmentsComfort experimenting with new analytical approaches or workflowsFamiliarity with common analytics or visualization tools such as spreadsheets, dashboards, or presentation toolsWe'd Love to Hear From You If You've Worked In...Social media intelligence, media monitoring, or narrative analysis rolesStrategic communications, public affairs, corporate affairs, or brand intelligenceJournalism or data journalism roles transitioning into insights or intelligence workPolitical, policy, or issue analysis roles moving into commercial intelligenceResearch, analytics, or insights roles where synthesis and judgment were core responsibilitiesExperience working with brand stories and understanding how narratives shape perceptionWhy PeakMetricsRemote-first: no office, no commute, built for distributed workFlexible schedule & unlimited PTO: we trust you to recharge when you need toFull benefits: health insurance, 401(k), and moreRoom to grow: we invest in your development as the company scalesAn inclusive team: diverse perspectives aren't just welcomed, they make the work betterEqual OpportunityPeakMetrics is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
