Top 16 Programming writer Jobs in Chicago, Il

WFMT Digital Writer/Editor
Window To The World Communications, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $57,000 - $65,000 a year
- Research
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Part-Time News Writer/Editor - WBBM-AM
Audacy, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $21.80 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Team management
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Grants Manager
Wonder Works Children's Museum —Oak Park, IL
- $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Google Workspace
- Research
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- Work from home
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Adjunct Faculty in Game Programming
DePaul University —Chicago, IL
- $4,800 - $6,100 a month
- Part-time
- Computer Science
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
Systems Analyst II
Loyola University Chicago —Maywood, IL
- $90,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
Grant Support Specialist
Build Inc —Chicago, IL
- $51,000 - $53,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Research
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
JDE Support Analyst
Dynamic Systems Resources —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
Associate Director of Institutional Giving
CHICAGO SHAKESPEARE THEATER —Chicago, IL
- $85,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Sr Data Engineer (Workday)
CNA Insurance —Chicago, IL
- $72,000 - $141,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer science
- 7 years
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
Older Adult Program Manager
Marillac St.Vincent Family Services Inc —Chicago, IL
- $55,620 - $71,662 a year
- Overtime
- English
- Office
- 3 years
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Executive Assistant to the Head of School
Chicago Academy for the Arts —Chicago, IL
- From $50,000 a year
- Email
- School experience
- Google Workspace
- High school
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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Facilities Operations Coordinator
Writers Theatre —Glencoe, IL
- From $60,000 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Sanitation
- Mid-level
- 403(b) matching
- Disability insurance
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Project Architect - Mid Level
Gensler —Chicago, IL
- $80,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
Interior Designer - Senior
Gensler —Chicago, IL
- $90,000 - $118,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Office
- 8 years
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
Project Architect - Critical Facilities - Senior
Gensler —Chicago, IL
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays

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WFMT Digital Writer/Editor

Window To The World Communications, Inc. -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

$57,000 - $65,000 a year

Qualifications

Web analytics reporting
Adobe Audition
Engagement rate tracking
Professional ethics
Performance Reporting
Data reporting
Image content creation
Digital content creation project management
Multimedia design
Web writing
Data analytics technologies
HTML
Websites
Media editing tools
Content publishing

Full Job Description

WFMT, Chicago’s classical music radio station, is seeking a creative, deadline-driven Digital Writer/Editor to lead the creation and distribution of digital content across WFMT.com and associated social and digital platforms. The ideal candidate will craft compelling multimedia stories and features – with a strong focus on text and imagery – aligned with WFMT’s editorial strategy and designed to grow and engage audiences. This professional will bring to bear exceptional storytelling abilities, a passion for classical and related music genres, and a keen understanding of digital content creation, audience engagement, and analytics.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop, pitch, write and produce original feature content related to WFMT programming, classical music, the arts in Chicago, and related public interest stories.
Employ a range of storytelling formats with a focus on text and image, but to also sometimes include video or audio to create engaging content and grow audience.
Oversee the full production cycle from concept to publication: writing, editing, multimedia production, and publishing using an online content management system.
Write effective headlines, teasers, and display copy to maximize engagement.
Strategically create and extend produced content for/to WFMT’s social media platforms to increase reach, drive traffic to WFMT.com, and support audience growth initiatives.
Assign and edit additional stories from other staff, interns, and freelance contributors to ensure high editorial standards, accuracy, and alignment with WFMT’s voice and mission.
Maintain and update digital content across WFMT digital and social platforms, ensuring consistency with design and style guidelines.
Use analytics tools to track content performance and inform editorial strategy.
Ensure rights and permissions are secured for all content and media assets.
Research, report, and fact-check all content according to WFMT editorial standards and guidelines.
Stay current with evolving digital tools and workflows, and recommend improvements where appropriate.
Supervise interns and support staff as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
Proven experience in multimedia content production (text, image, audio, video)
Self-starter and demonstrated ability to meet daily deadlines
Experience with online publishing and content management systems; familiarity with HTML and basic web development concepts
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Audition; Premiere a plus)
Data-informed mindset; experience with content analytics and reporting
Understanding of journalistic standards and ethics
Collaborative, flexible team player with project management skills
Deep interest in classical music and digital storytelling

EXPERIENCE: 3+ years in a writing, journalism or content creation role.

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in digital storytelling or related field preferred.

ESTIMATED SALARY RANGE: starting at $57,000 - $65,000/annual

WTTW and WFMT are committed to providing comprehensive and affordable benefits. These benefits are available to eligible employees.

Window to the World Communications, Inc., the parent organization of WTTW and WFMT, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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programming writer jobs in chicago, il

WFMT Digital Writer/Editor

Part-Time News Writer/Editor - WBBM-AM

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Systems Analyst II

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JDE Support Analyst

Associate Director of Institutional Giving

Sr Data Engineer (Workday)

Older Adult Program Manager

Executive Assistant to the Head of School

Facilities Operations Coordinator

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Project Architect - Critical Facilities - Senior

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