GALE Development Program Research & Data Products
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Job Summary
GALE is the worlds first and only Business Agency. We bring business strategy to brand storytelling to drive enterprise value. With expertise in strategy media CRM creative performance marketing and technology GALE creates integrated marketing systems and campaigns that grow businesses in significant ways. Founded in 2014 the agency has since been named AdAges Business Transformation Agency of the Year and Adweeks U.S. Media Agency of the Year and has been recognized for its innovative creative at the Cannes Lions.
We work with brands such as Delta Uber Starbucks Chilis Hard Rock MilkPEP Diageo Cotton IHG and more. If youre driven by a passion to build something great a desire to innovate and a commitment to achieve excellence in your craft GALE is a great place for you!
GALE has eight offices around the world including New York Toronto Los Angeles Austin Denver Kansas City London and Bengaluru. GALE embraces a hybrid flexible workplace
YOUR IMPACT
The GALE Development Program is a one-year hands-on program that will set you upon the path of a career in Research and Data Products. You will learn how to translate business questions into research design uncover consumer truths through data and transform findings into actionable recommendations. Youll gain hands-on experience with industry-leading research platforms and methodologies while working alongside experienced researchers on real client projects for major brands.
This program will start on June 2nd 2026.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE:
- The one year program is split into two phases: the learning phase and the mentorship phase.
- During the learning phase you will focus on learning the fundamentals of market research fundamentals including survey design and scripting quantitative and qualitative research platforms (such as Alchemer and ) syndicated research tools (like MRI Simmons and GWI) various research methodologies (from creative testing to pricing strategy) data cleaning and visualization and presentation skills. The learning phase culminates with a capstone project which will test your skills and knowledge and highlight your areas of strength and improvement.
- The learning phase culminates with a capstone project which will test your skills and knowledge and highlight your areas of strength and improvement.
- Upon completion of the learning phase you will be paired with a mentor and work on client work for the remainder of the year to hone your skills inMarket Research & Consumer Insights.
- At the end of the Development Program there may be an opportunity to pursue a role in your chosen domain based on performance and business needs.
WHO YOU ARE
- Proactive self-starter mentalityCurious and creative mindset.
- Highly collaborative passionate and dedicated to your own development.
- Take initiative ownership and accountability.
- Excited to learn how the organization functions and develop new skills.
- Passionate about contributing to GALEs continued growth.
- Passionate about advertising creative technology and/or digital marketing space.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced deadline driven environment.
- Must be detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills.A love for working with clients understanding brands and developing long lasting relationships.
- Strong analytical and communication skills: Youre comfortable working with data in Excel or Google Sheets (including formulas pivot tables and chart creation) and you can translate numbers into clear compelling written narratives. You have a natural curiosity about why people make the choices they do and youre excited to use research to uncover consumer motivations and behaviors.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
- First 3 months - Learning
- Gain proficiency in essential research platforms including our survey programming tool (Alchemer) qualitative research platform () and syndicated data sources (MRI Simmons GWI)
- Learn the fundamentals of survey design questionnaire scripting and quality assurance processes
- Explore various research methodologies and when to apply themfrom concept testing and brand tracking to pricing strategy and customer journey mapping
- Develop key analytical skills including data cleaning Excel-based analysis data visualization best practices and presentation storytelling
- Shadow senior researchers to understand how insights are translated into strategic recommendations
- Complete a capstone project that demonstrates your research skills and readiness for client work
- Final 9 months - Mentorship
- Work with your mentor and collaborate with the creative team to carry out dynamic client projects.
- Build on your knowledge and skills across design creative and story.
- Support the creative team on relevant workstreams from design tasks to contributing ideas.
- Monitor and flag social trends and make recommendations on how to incorporate them into client work.
- Learn new technologies and platforms incorporating them to serve our clients needs.
- Manage competing priorities deliverables and timelines to exceed client expectations.
- Create content in the style and voice of the clients
WHAT TO SUBMIT
- Your resume (PDF or Word Doc).
- A short video cover letter (MAX 2 minutes) where you tell us: Why you are interested in the program what makes you a good fit for the program and the strategy team and Why GALE
- Keep it simple. It doesnt need to be fancy. Your phone or laptop camera is perfect.
- Be yourself. We want to see your personality and hear your answers not a polished commercial.
- Feel free to get creative. If you want to be on camera front and center great! If youd prefer to be behind the scenes (e.g. narrating a video) thats also great!
- Get creative through storytelling visuals music or any format that feels authentic to you.
- These videos will be used for internal review purposes only and will not be distributed or shared externally.
Accessibility:GALE is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability a video submission is not accessible for you or there are barriers to you submitting in this manner please reach out to Jessica Wu on the Talent Acquisition Team. Were happy to support you.
HOW TO UPLOAD & SUBMIT YOUR VIDEOS
- Upload Your Video to Google Drive - use a professional and clear file name
- Adjust Sharing Settings (Very Important!) - Make sure you change access to anyone with link can view. If access is restricted we will not be able to review your submission.
- You may submit your Google Drive link under the Links section (Website or Portfolio field) OR In the Additional Information box. Either option is acceptable just ensure the link is accessible.
$58000 - $58000 a year
In order to comply with equal pay and salary transparency laws in various locations we believe the target compensation for this role is $58000 CAD per year. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set qualifications job performance level of experience location and business needs. For more information on other benefits we offer please visit Disclosure: As part of our recruitment process we may use technology-assisted tools including automated systems to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make the final decisions. All decisions related to screening interviewing and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.
Note: Hybrid work in office is an essential function of the job.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We believe in inclusivity and do our best work when people with diverse perspectives backgrounds and skills are brought together. Our Core Values are at the root of GALEs collaborative environment and help to foster a strong community. Our Code of Conduct Human Resources policies and executive investment in inclusion further support and protect GALEs inclusive workplace. GALE is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status.
Our Hiring Process
We want you to be just as discerning in making your next career move as we are finding great talent to join our team. Our interview process will allow you to meet a range of people from various disciplines and domains both virtually and in person. Please discuss with our recruiters if you require any accommodations throughout the process to help enable a smooth interview.
Key Skills
- Anti Money Laundering
- Arabic Speaking
- Marketing Communication
- Accounts Administration
- Food & Beverage Service
- AC Maintenance
About Company
GALE takes an audience-first and data-driven approach to everything we do, from strategy to brand storytelling to media and technology.
