Sales & Marketing · Chicago, IL

Social Media Manager jobs in Chicago, IL

Plans and runs a brand's presence on social platforms, creating and scheduling content, engaging with the community, and reporting on growth and engagement against goals.

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$24–$57/hr
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Digital Product Design Manager

Accenture · Chicago, IL

and a direct line between design decisions and shipped products at scale. Our team includes specialists in Product Design, Product Management, Engineering, Experience Design, Immersive Experiences, and Content Design. We…

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Senior Manager, Digital Product Strategy

Accenture · Chicago, IL

experience design; technology and experience platforms; creative, media and marketing strategy; and campaign, content and channel... ...change the way people work and live. We bring together product management, design an…

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Manager, Digital Product Strategy

Accenture · Chicago, IL

experience design; technology and experience platforms; creative, media and marketing strategy; and campaign, content and channel... ...change the way people work and live. We bring together a product management, design…

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Director of Marketing

Robert Half · Chicago, IL

their individual books of business.Direct the firm’s brand and communications strategy, including PR, digital marketing, website, social media, thought leadership, rankings, awards, sponsorships, and advertising.Oversee…

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$80.37k - $98.23k

communicating to the client as appropriate.Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree, or equivalent work experienceOne to four years of client management, outbound sales, or contact center experiencePreferred Skills & Experi…

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Social Media and Content Manager

Institute of Food Technologists · Chicago, IL · Full-time

: Summary/Objective The Social Media and Content Manager is responsible for building and monitoring IFT's social media presence to drive awareness, foster engagement, and deepen relationships with food science and innova…

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What social media managers earn in Chicago

Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives

ExperienceHourlyAnnual, full-time
Entry level $24–$30 $49k–$63k
Mid level $31–$41 $65k–$86k
Senior $41–$57 $86k–$119k

Adjusted for the Chicago market from national ranges.

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What employers ask for

The skills these listings keep naming

Content planning and calendarsShort-form videoCopywriting for socialCommunity managementPlatform analyticsScheduling toolsPaid social basicsTrend awarenessBrand voice
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Interview questions worth rehearsing

With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for

Which accounts have you grown, and what actually drove the growth?

Bring numbers and attribute growth to specific decisions, like a format change or posting cadence, not to luck or trends alone.

How do you develop a content strategy for a new brand?

Describe audience research, platform selection, content pillars, and a testing period before locking a calendar.

How would you handle a negative comment thread gaining traction?

Show a calm escalation process: assess validity, respond honestly and quickly where warranted, and know when to take it private.

How do you decide whether to jump on a trend?

Explain filtering trends through brand fit and risk, with an example of one you joined and one you deliberately skipped.

Which metrics matter most to you, and which are vanity?

Tie metrics to goals: reach and follower counts matter less than engagement quality, clicks, and conversions.

How do you produce enough content consistently without burning out?

Talk about batching, repurposing across platforms, templates, and a realistic cadence you can sustain.

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Resume tips that move the needle

For social media managers specifically — generic advice costs you here

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Quantify account growth with before-and-after numbers and the period, such as follower or engagement gains.

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Link the accounts you have run so hiring managers can see the actual work.

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Name platforms and formats specifically, especially short-form video, which most posts now require.

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Include one community or crisis story outcome, since judgment under pressure is part of the role.

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List content production skills, like Capcut or Canva, that let you create without a design team.

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Where this role goes

Typical progression

01 Social Media Coordinator
02 Social Media Manager
03 Senior Social Media Manager
04 Head of Social
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