1+ years of ux research or equivalent experience (internships, academic, design research welcome).- ba/bs or equivalent in hci, psychology, sociology, anthropology, design, or a related field.- foundational knowledge of common research methods (usability, interviews, surveys, basic analysis).- demonstrated ability to communicate research findings clearly through written reports, visual artifacts, and team presentations in collaborative settings.- proficient written and verbal english language skills- exposure to streaming media, music tech, or creative tools.- experience with tools like lookback, alida, dscout (or similar remote research tools), miro, or figma (or similar remote collaboration tools).- passion for music, fan culture, or the creator economy.