jacobs media
the nation's leading rock radio consulting firm
The Most Insane Promotion – Ever
Every programmer and promotions/marketing person knows exactly where I’m headed – especially at heri... [more]
Changing Partners
Our friend Mike Anthony made some nice contributions to our blog in 2011.  One of his ongoing themes... [more]
The $75 Solution
I recently returned from a visit to Philadelphia, and on a follow-up conference call with the WMMR m... [more]
In Praise of…Radio?
Traditional media is so easy to bash, and radio has its share of bashers.  I hope that through the p... [more]
The Windshield View From CES
It’s a weird thing about HD Radio.  Like the topic of abortion on Talk/Radio, it is guaranteed to br... [more]

jacobs media research

Before we became consultants, the backbone of the company was in media research, due to Fred's background, training, and early history with the legendary Frank N. Magid & Associates.

We are known worldwide as a consultancy that excels because of its foundation in data. We conduct focus groups, dial tests, web surveys, and other projects for client radio stations, in addition to companies that are looking to best serve their target markets.

Our web polls - covering everything from "shock jocks" to format reports to technology - have been quoted and extensively covered by the national media and industry trades.

Bedroom ProjectWe also conduct groundbreaking ethnographic research, leaving the telephone and the focus group conference room behind, and visiting respondents in their homes and cars, allowing us to observe behavior rather than merely asking about it. Companies such as Procter & Gamble, Starbucks, Marriott depend on ethnography to identify consumer desires. Our recently completed "Bedroom Project" conducted in association with Arbitron, is a unique look into the lives of 18-28 year-olds and how they interact with technology. You can view a sample of the video here.

We also serve as liaisons between stations and the research firms they hire, helping our clients get the most out of their research dollars. Jacobs Media has the unique skill set that combines programming expertise with research know-how.

Jacobs Strategies
For more information about our ability to serve your research needs, please visit our sister site, jacobsstrategies.com.