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Chicago
Chicago
Public Relations Specialist salary in Chicago
Average Base Salary in Chicago
$57,692
$8,500
Additional Cash Compensation
$66,192
Total Compensation
Median: $58K
Min: $32K
Max: $77K
How Much Does a Public Relations Specialist Make in Chicago?
The average salary for a Public Relations Specialist in Chicago is $57,692. The average additional cash compensation for a Public Relations Specialist in Chicago is $8,500. The average total compensation for a Public Relations Specialist in Chicago is $66,192. Public Relations Specialist salaries are based on responses gathered by Built In Chicago from anonymous Public Relations Specialist employees in Chicago.
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Public Relations Specialist Salary ranges
The most common Public Relations Specialist salary in Chicago is between $40k - $50k.
Average Public Relations Specialist Salary by Company Size
People with the job title Public Relations Specialist make the most at companies with 1-10 employees, earning $77,000 on average.
Public Relations Specialist Salary by gender
The average Public Relations Specialist salary for women is $77,000 and the average Public Relations Specialist salary for men is $70,000.
Public Relations Specialist Salary by Years of Experience
The average salary for a Public Relations Specialist with 7+ years of experience is $77,000.
Average Marketing salaries in Chicago
| Job Title | Average Salary | Salary Range |
|---|---|---|
| SEO Specialist | $45,167 | Min: $38K Max: $50K |
| Event Planner | $50,875 | Min: $36K Max: $60K |
| Marketing Coordinator | $53,395 | Min: $40K Max: $68K |
| Marketing Associate | $55,808 | Min: $40K Max: $78K |
| Public Relations Specialist | $57,692 | Min: $32K Max: $77K |
| Social Media Manager | $64,727 | Min: $35K Max: $80K |
| Community Manager | $64,733 | Min: $45K Max: $87K |
| Content Marketing Manager | $64,750 | Min: $42K Max: $110K |
| Public Relations Manager | $67,333 | Min: $45K Max: $105K |
| SEO Manager | $69,188 | Min: $57K Max: $90K |
| Email Marketing Manager | $73,545 | Min: $57K Max: $86K |
| Digital Marketing Manager | $77,395 | Min: $45K Max: $118K |
| Marketing Manager | $85,960 | Min: $47K Max: $125K |
| Brand Manager | $102,222 | Min: $74K Max: $132K |
| Marketing Operations Manager | $103,422 | Min: $80K Max: $125K |
| Product Marketing Manager | $106,462 | Min: $70K Max: $137K |
| Senior Marketing Manager | $116,652 | Min: $80K Max: $155K |
| Director of Marketing | $126,159 | Min: $70K Max: $200K |
| Senior Product Marketing Manager | $131,692 | Min: $108K Max: $153K |
| Vice President of Marketing | $176,455 | Min: $125K Max: $296K |
| CMO (Chief Marketing Officer) | $220,415 | Min: $100K Max: $356K |
Public Relations Specialist jobs in Chicago5
This role will manage the relationship with our PR agency and work in conjunction with our CMO, executive thought leaders, and key internal stakeholders to craft compelling narratives around company initiatives and design, communicate, and execute scalable communications strategies that drive impactful results.
This role will drive top-tier consumer-style media-focused campaigns and other marketing initiatives in collaboration with the Senior Manager of Partnerships and Community, and work in conjunction with our CMO, PR agency, executive thought leaders, and key internal stakeholders to craft compelling narratives around company initiatives; and design, communicate, and execute scalable communications strategies that drive impactful results.
Public Relations Associate
+10
We are looking for a communications connoisseur – verbal or written, you love the waltz. Your attention to detail is unmatched and thirst for knowledge is never quenched by just some simple research. You’re a wordsmithing wrangler and whether it’s a corporate message, press release or engaging blog or social media post, you can make it fun, exciting and engaging. You’re a natural researcher who loves to identify opportunities – curiosity never killed you or your cat. You have a ten-track mind and love switching tracks mid-stream. If this is you, come wow us with your words! There’s lots to do around here and we need some help.
Media Relations Associate - Make an impact on amazing startups
+15
Propllr is a Chicago-based PR and content marketing firm that serves fast-growing, innovative startups and technology businesses. We are also the host and organizer of the popular Here's How Startup Conferences, which have featured the likes of Jellyvision, Grubhub, SpotHero, Basecamp, Reverb, Outcome Health, Insureon and many more.
Propllr's success helping startups gain visibility and credibility has demand for our services going up, so we are searching for amazing and talented people to join our team.
Could that be you?
Marketing Associate - PR
Marketing Associate, PR
Why Join Livongo?
Our Work Truly Matters: 135 million Americans are suffering from chronic conditions. The associated costs are astronomical. Patients feel helpless, overwhelmed and confused.
The healthcare industry is desperate for change and Livongo is leading the revolution with Applied Health Signals™.We’re the first company to reinvent the healthcare experience for people with chronic conditions by turning large
Skills that affect Public Relations Specialist salaries in Chicago
1
Marketing Research & Strategy
5% have this skill
2
Email Marketing
2% have this skill
3
Event Marketing
2% have this skill
4
Social Media Marketing & Strategy
2% have this skill
5
Customer Relationship Management
2% have this skill
6
Public & Media Relations
2% have this skill
Recent Public Relations Specialist salaries in Chicago
$77,000
Yearly Salary
A Public Relations Specialist reported a yearly salary of $77,000 with +$10,000 in additional cash compensation
7+ Years of Experience
Female
1-10 Employees
Chicago
$65,000
Yearly Salary
A Public Relations Strategist reported a yearly salary of $65,000
3-5 Years of Experience
Prefer not to say
201-500 Employees
Chicago
$70,000
Yearly Salary
A Public Relations Specialist reported a yearly salary of $70,000 with +$7,000 in additional cash compensation
1-3 Years of Experience
Male
500+ Employees
Chicago
$32,000
Yearly Salary
A Public Relations Specialist reported a yearly salary of $32,000
11-50 Employees
Chicago
$40,000
Yearly Salary
A Public Relations Specialist reported a yearly salary of $40,000
500+ Employees
Chicago
$48,000
Yearly Salary
A Public Relations Specialist reported a yearly salary of $48,000
500+ Employees
Chicago
$48,500
Yearly Salary
A Public Relations Specialist reported a yearly salary of $48,500
500+ Employees
Chicago
$66,000
Yearly Salary
A Public Relations Specialist reported a yearly salary of $66,000
500+ Employees
Chicago
$70,000
Yearly Salary
A Public Relations Specialist reported a yearly salary of $70,000
500+ Employees
Chicago
$67,000
Yearly Salary
A Public Relations Specialist reported a yearly salary of $67,000
500+ Employees
Chicago
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