Top 24 Writer editor 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
Newsletter Editor
National Association of REALTORS® —Chicago, IL
- $125,000 - $145,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Team management
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Writer I, Credit Cards | The Points Guy
Red Ventures —Chicago, IL
- $50,000 - $75,000 a year
- Email
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Development Content Manager
National Louis University —Chicago, IL
- $58,202 - $84,393 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Editing and Research Coordinator
Word on Fire —Elk Grove Village, IL
- $50,013.60 - $60,005.40 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Research
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Marketing Communications Specialist
UChicago Medicine —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Pediatrics
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Part-Time News Anchor/Reporter
Audacy, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $38.11 - $59.30 an hour
- Part-time
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- English
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Senior Editor/Writer, Executive & Editorial Communications
The Chicago Council on Global Affairs —Chicago, IL
- $150,000 - $180,000 a year
- Overtime
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
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Manager of Publications and Publicity
Wheaton College —Chicago, IL
- $57,000 - $62,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- University
- Children
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Digital Communications & Marketing, Manager
Fourth Presbyterian Church —Chicago, IL
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- Mid-level
- Office
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
Quick Apply
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Senior Acquisitions Editor, Fiction Books
Tyndale House Publishers —Carol Stream, IL
- $58,000 - $70,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- Word processing
- Writing skills
Quick Apply
2d
Manager-Corporate Communications Programs
S & C Electric Company —Chicago, IL
- $116,534.00 - $154,413.38 a year
- Email
- Microsoft Excel
- Research
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Anchor/Reporter Sports
Paramount —Chicago, IL
- $200,000 - $250,000 a year
- Email
- High school
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
NewsNation Social Media Producer
Nexstar Broadcasting —Chicago, IL
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
6d
Senior Editor, People Managing People
Black & White Zebra —Chicago, IL
- $100,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Product management
- Recruiting
- Senior level
Strategic Communications Lead
American Osteopathic Association —Chicago, IL
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Quick Apply
Vice President, Editorial and Thought Leadership
JPMorganChase —Chicago, IL
- $123,500 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Research
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
6d
Senior Editor, The CTO Club
Black & White Zebra —Chicago, IL
- $100,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Product management
- Recruiting
- Senior level
Senior Content Strategist
StoryTerrace —Chicago, IL
- Remote
- Research
- Senior level
- Leadership
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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
Graphic design software
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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writer editor jobs in chicago il

WFMT Digital Writer/Editor

Part-Time News Writer/Editor - WBBM-AM

Newsletter Editor

Writer I, Credit Cards | The Points Guy

Development Content Manager

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Manager of Publications and Publicity

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Manager-Corporate Communications Programs

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NewsNation Social Media Producer

Senior Editor, People Managing People

Strategic Communications Lead

Vice President, Editorial and Thought Leadership

Senior Editor, The CTO Club

Senior Content Strategist

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