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What do Super Bowl commercials, food packaging, and book jackets all have in common? None of them would be possible without market research analysts and specialists. Through the careful design of surveys, opinion polls, and questionnaires, market research analysts and specialists help determine potential sales of a product or service, or create a marketing campaign to appeal to consumers. Clients range from superstores, to nonprofits, to television networks. Market research analysts gather data on competitors, customer demographics, consumer habits and preferences, and analyze the factors that affect product or service demand. These marketing professionals monitor and forecast sales trends, measure the effectiveness of marketing programs, and report on the results. They use photo imaging and statistical software to help convert complex data into understandable tables, graphs, and written reports. Most have a Bachelor’s Degree in market research. People in this field are often results-oriented and enjoy working independently. Market specialists and analysts assess and ultimately determine the success of our favorite TV shows, packaged food, and other products as they continue to adapt with our feedback.