Writer Salaries in Illinois
$55,553
avg per year
The average salary for Writer jobs near Illinois is $55,553.*
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Top Writer jobs near Illinois
View AllUser Experience (UX/UI) Copywriter
Tonic3
Schaumburg, IL
Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field. Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite; comfortable working in…
$82,000 - $92,000 a year
14 days ago
Manager Editorial Content
Alliant Credit Union
Chicago, IL
Write, edit, and supervise high-impact cross-channel content (e.g., articles, campaign messaging, web copy, email nurtures, video scripts, and social copy),…
$95,100 - $163,100 a year
13 days ago
Comedy Writer
Spotter
Lemont, IL
Work closely with AI tools and video editors to transform scripts into high-performing video ads. Ability to collaborate effectively with creative teams, AI…
Copy Editor
AVMA
Schaumburg, IL
Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or a related field. Benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term and long-term…
$52,000 - $59,000 a year
WFMT Digital Writer/Editor
Window To The World Communications, Inc.
Chicago, IL
Maintain and update digital content across WFMT digital and social platforms, ensuring consistency with design and style guidelines.
$57,000 - $65,000 a year
Staff Writer
Mainland
Chicago, IL
You have 2–5 years of writing, journalism, or content experience. Interview founders, executives, and operators to uncover real stories.
$50,000 - $60,000 a year
Similar Locations
- Chicago, IL57 jobs
- Milwaukee, WI12 jobs
- Waukesha, WI4 jobs
- Schaumburg, IL3 jobs
- Palatine, IL2 jobs
- Wheeling, IL2 jobs
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