Data Analyst

1 Week ago • All levels • Data Analyst

Job Summary

Job Description

Sawhorse Productions seeks a Data Analyst to join their Interactive Department. Responsibilities include extracting and interpreting data from Roblox games using SQL to optimize gameplay, enhance player engagement, and inform strategic decisions. The role involves identifying and resolving game design issues, conducting A/B testing, supporting live-service updates, and tracking monetization strategies. The analyst will create interactive dashboards using Tableau/Power BI, ensure data accuracy, and present actionable insights to cross-functional teams. This freelance position requires expertise in SQL, game analytics tools (preferably Roblox Studio), A/B testing, data visualization, and game design principles.
Must have:
  • Proficiency in SQL
  • Game analytics experience (Roblox preferred)
  • A/B testing & statistical analysis
  • Data visualization (Tableau/Power BI)
  • Game design principles understanding
Good to have:
  • Mobile gaming analytics
  • Python/R scripting
  • UGC platform experience
  • AI in gaming knowledge
Perks:
  • Flexible, remote-friendly role
  • Collaboration opportunities in LA
  • Cutting-edge gaming projects

Job Details

Description

Sawhorse Productions is a Los Angeles based, Award winning full-service creative studio turning ideas into unforgettable experiences through captivating branded content, viral social moments, and groundbreaking interactive experiences. We partner with industry-leading brands, artists, and studios such as Walmart, Google, NBCU, Fanatics, Toyota, Pepsi and Alo to deliver industry leading, innovative multi-platform content. At Sawhorse, we believe in fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and relentless excellence while shaping the future of digital storytelling.

Our releases include:


Sawhorse Productions is looking for a Data Analyst to join our Interactive Department and dive deep into game analytics and shape the future of interactive experiences. In this role, you’ll extract and interpret data from Roblox games to optimize gameplay, enhance player engagement, and drive strategic decision-making. You’ll work closely with game designers, developers, and product teams to uncover trends, identify issues, and implement data-driven solutions that improve performance and monetization.

Requirements

  • Extract and interpret game data: Use SQL queries to retrieve and analyze large datasets from Roblox games, identifying trends in player behavior, engagement, and monetization.
  • Uncover and solve game design issues: Detect imbalances, exploits, and engagement drop-offs (e.g., currency hoarding, level skipping) and collaborate with developers to create effective solutions.
  • Optimize game performance and engagement: Leverage data-driven insights to enhance game mechanics, UI/UX, and overall player experience.
  • Design and execute A/B testing: Run controlled experiments to measure the impact of new features, gameplay adjustments, and content updates on player retention and monetization.
  • Support live-service updates: Identify key engagement trends between updates and develop strategies to maintain player interest over time.
  • Track and improve monetization strategies: Analyze in-game purchases, player progression, and economic trends to maintain a fair and engaging game economy.
  • Develop real-time analytics dashboards: Create clear, interactive reports using Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools to track key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Ensure data accuracy and integrity: Implement validation processes to maintain clean, reliable datasets and troubleshoot discrepancies in analytics.
  • Present actionable insights: Translate complex data into clear recommendations for game designers, developers, and marketing teams to align data-driven insights with business goals.
  • Work cross-functionally: Partner with game designers, developers, and marketing teams to ensure data-driven decision-making aligns with player engagement strategies.
  • Stay ahead of gaming analytics trends: Research industry best practices, new data tools, and emerging trends to enhance Sawhorse’s analytics capabilities.
  • Monitor competitor performance: Conduct benchmarking research to understand market positioning and identify opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications

A strong candidate for this position should have the following qualities:

  • Proficiency in SQL and database management: Ability to write complex queries, extract insights, and handle large datasets efficiently.
  • Experience with game analytics tools: Familiarity with analytics tracking systems for gaming platforms, preferably Roblox Studio, Luau scripting, and custom event tracking.
  • A/B testing and statistical analysis expertise: Understanding of hypothesis testing, experiment design, and interpreting results to drive decisions.
  • Data visualization & reporting: Experience using Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools to create clear, insightful reports and dashboards.
  • Strong understanding of game design principles: Passion for gaming with a deep understanding of player psychology, engagement loops, and monetization mechanics.
  • Experience in live-service game analytics: Ability to track engagement patterns, optimize player retention strategies, and adapt to evolving gameplay dynamics.
  • Background in game economy balancing: Knowledge of virtual economies, currency sinks, and in-game purchasing behaviors.
  • Ability to translate data into actionable insights: Strong analytical skills with a keen ability to identify trends and recommend improvements in game design and player engagement.
  • Exceptional communication skills: Ability to present complex data findings in a clear, digestible way to both technical and non-technical teams.
  • Self-starter with a proactive mindset: Ability to work independently, identify problems, and develop creative data-driven solutions with minimal direction.

Nice to Have's

  • Experience with mobile gaming analytics: Knowledge of data tracking and analysis for free-to-play mobile games.
  • Scripting or coding experience: Familiarity with Python, R, or other statistical programming languages for advanced data analysis.
  • Experience working on user-generated content platforms: Roblox preferred, but experience with UGC gaming platforms is a plus.
  • Knowledge of AI in gaming: Understanding how AI and machine learning can enhance player experiences and game optimization.

Benefits

  • Hourly Rate: $30 – $46 (This is a Freelance position and hours may vary)
  • Flexible, remote-friendly role with occasional in-office collaboration opportunities in Los Angeles.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge gaming projects with a team passionate about interactive entertainment.
  • Collaborate with top-tier gaming and entertainment brands.

EEO Statement

Sawhorse Productions is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Sawhorse Productions will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Sawhorse Productions will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.

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About The Company

Welcome to Sawhorse.


We're a full-service production and post house specializing in branded content and commercials, as well as scripted and non-scripted series. We’ve built a diverse team of extremely talented people, committed to creating amazing content, all while having an awesome time doing it.


We were born in the digital era, but we put our focus in keeping everything under one roof. That way, we can maximize budgets and tell stories that both brands and audiences want. 


We have a fully built-out production and post department, a roster of talented directors, producers, and crew, and a full staff of editors. In short, we can handle anything from development through delivery, be it narrative, fashion, or non-scripted content.


Services include ideation, scripting, budgeting, production services, editing, color correction, sound design, VFX, GFX, 5.1/7.1 audio mixing, mastering and full network/broadcast delivery. We cover all aspects of production, from start to finish.


Additionally, Sawhorse's development arm is actively pitching and creating new scripted and unscripted stories for both digital and traditional outlets.  


Since opening our doors in 2012 we have curated great content and have excellent working relationships with companies like Netflix, NBCUniversal, YouTube, Gillette, Pepsi, TruTV, IFC, Fullscreen, VRV, Disney, Verizon, Cadillac, Netflix, Hewlett-Packard, Marriott, Hyundai, New Form, Lionsgate, NFL, NHL, Conde Nast, TRESemme, Tostitos, Chevrolet, GQ, H&M, Starz and Anchor Bay.

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