Campaign Manager Jobs in Illinois
Campaign Manager jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, with the market concentrated in political consulting, advocacy organizations, nonprofit fundraising, and corporate marketing, and openings at every level from junior coordinator through senior director. Chicago anchors the state's hiring, while Springfield and Rockford also generate consistent openings, driven by major employers like the American Medical Association, Allstate, and the Illinois Democratic and Republican state party organizations. The most sought-after specialties include digital campaign strategy, grassroots organizing, and paid media management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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See related jobsShaw Media is looking for a Digital Campaign Manager to join our digital team in DeKalb. If you’re organized, tech-savvy, detail-oriented and enjoy keeping multiple projects moving, this is an opportunity to build your career in digital media and advertising.
As Digital Campaign Manager, you’ll help turn advertising orders into successful campaigns. You’ll work closely with our sales and digital fulfillment partners, to make sure campaigns are set up correctly, launched on time, monitored and delivered successfully.
About Shaw Media
Shaw Media publishes over 150 titles in Illinois. Its holdings include websites, newspapers, magazines, radio stations, and a digital marketing services division. Founded in Dixon, Illinois, Shaw Media has been privately owned by the Shaw family since its inception in 1851.
What You’ll Do
You’ll manage and coordinate the day-to-day execution of digital advertising campaigns across a variety of products, including display advertising, email marketing, newsletters, sponsored content, contests and promotions. Responsibilities include campaign setup, creative management, monitoring delivery, troubleshooting issues and preparing campaign reporting.
An important part of the role will be working directly with Shaw Media’s digital fulfillment partners and vendors. You’ll help coordinate campaign launches, provide the information and creative assets partners need, troubleshoot delivery or technical issues, and make sure campaigns meet client expectations and deadlines.
You’ll also work directly in platforms such as Google Ad Manager while supporting recurring Shaw Media products including newsletters, eNewspaper sponsorships, high school campaigns, Best Of/Favorites programs and other digital initiatives.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is comfortable with both technology and people. You should be able to manage details and deadlines while communicating effectively with sales representatives, internal teams, clients and outside digital partners.
Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and 1–3 years of experience in digital media, marketing support or administrative/data-entry work. Strong technical skills and Excel proficiency are important. Familiarity with HTML/JavaScript, Google Ad Manager or similar digital platforms is a plus.
Why Join Shaw Media?
Shaw Media is a locally owned media company serving communities throughout Illinois. This position offers hands-on experience across a wide range of digital advertising products and the opportunity to work with both our internal teams and outside digital marketing partners.
In return for your contributions to our success, Shaw Media offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match.
Salary: $38,000–$45,000 annually Dependent on experience and qualifications.
Schedule: Monday – Friday
If you enjoy digital marketing, technology, organization, problem-solving and working with people, we’d like to hear from you!
to join the Shaw Media team in DeKalb.
Or mail it to us at:
Shaw Media –Digital Campaign Manager
Attn: Human Resources
PO Box 250
Crystal Lake, IL 60039
Shaw Media is an equal opportunity employer and drug free workplace. Background check and drug screen are required. Shaw Media is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Shaw Media is looking for a Digital Campaign Manager to join our digital team in DeKalb. If you’re organized, tech-savvy, detail-oriented and enjoy keeping multiple projects moving, this is an opportunity to build your career in digital media and advertising.
As Digital Campaign Manager, you’ll help turn advertising orders into successful campaigns. You’ll work closely with our sales and digital fulfillment partners, to make sure campaigns are set up correctly, launched on time, monitored and delivered successfully.
About Shaw Media
Shaw Media publishes over 150 titles in Illinois. Its holdings include websites, newspapers, magazines, radio stations, and a digital marketing services division. Founded in Dixon, Illinois, Shaw Media has been privately owned by the Shaw family since its inception in 1851.
What You’ll Do
You’ll manage and coordinate the day-to-day execution of digital advertising campaigns across a variety of products, including display advertising, email marketing, newsletters, sponsored content, contests and promotions. Responsibilities include campaign setup, creative management, monitoring delivery, troubleshooting issues and preparing campaign reporting.
An important part of the role will be working directly with Shaw Media’s digital fulfillment partners and vendors. You’ll help coordinate campaign launches, provide the information and creative assets partners need, troubleshoot delivery or technical issues, and make sure campaigns meet client expectations and deadlines.
You’ll also work directly in platforms such as Google Ad Manager while supporting recurring Shaw Media products including newsletters, eNewspaper sponsorships, high school campaigns, Best Of/Favorites programs and other digital initiatives.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is comfortable with both technology and people. You should be able to manage details and deadlines while communicating effectively with sales representatives, internal teams, clients and outside digital partners.
Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and 1–3 years of experience in digital media, marketing support or administrative/data-entry work. Strong technical skills and Excel proficiency are important. Familiarity with HTML/JavaScript, Google Ad Manager or similar digital platforms is a plus.
Why Join Shaw Media?
Shaw Media is a locally owned media company serving communities throughout Illinois. This position offers hands-on experience across a wide range of digital advertising products and the opportunity to work with both our internal teams and outside digital marketing partners.
In return for your contributions to our success, Shaw Media offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match.
Salary: $38,000–$45,000 annually Dependent on experience and qualifications.
Schedule: Monday – Friday
If you enjoy digital marketing, technology, organization, problem-solving and working with people, we’d like to hear from you!
to join the Shaw Media team in DeKalb.
Or mail it to us at:
Shaw Media –Digital Campaign Manager
Attn: Human Resources
PO Box 250
Crystal Lake, IL 60039
Shaw Media is an equal opportunity employer and drug free workplace. Background check and drug screen are required. Shaw Media is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in campaign manager jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in political science, communications, marketing, or a related field
- Proven experience managing end-to-end campaigns across digital and traditional channels
- Strong proficiency with CRM and campaign management platforms such as Salesforce or NGP VAN
- Demonstrated ability to build and lead cross-functional teams toward measurable campaign goals
- Experience developing and overseeing campaign budgets with clear accountability for results
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder reporting and public messaging
Campaign Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a campaign manager in Illinois?
Most campaign managers in Illinois enter the field with a bachelor's degree in political science, communications, public relations, or marketing, then build experience through coordinator or associate roles before moving into management. Illinois has no state-issued license for campaign managers, but candidates working on political campaigns must ensure their employer is registered with the Illinois State Board of Elections. Roles in nonprofit advocacy often value familiarity with Illinois lobbying disclosure requirements.
How much do campaign managers make in Illinois?
Campaign managers in Illinois earn a median of about $162,860 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $95,990 for the lowest 10% to over $276,340 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire campaign managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring campaign managers in Illinois right now include Shaw Media, Morningstar, and The Black Sheep, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's dense concentration of national trade associations, insurance headquarters, and political consulting firms in the Chicago metro makes it one of the more active states for this role year-round.
Which Illinois cities have the most campaign manager jobs?
Chicago, DeKalb, and Oak Park account for the largest share of campaign manager openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the majority of listings because it hosts the state's largest concentration of corporate headquarters, advocacy organizations, and political consulting firms, while Springfield generates steady demand tied to state government affairs and lobbying operations, and Rockford sees openings from regional nonprofits and healthcare systems.
Are there remote campaign manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than many comparable roles, since much of campaign planning, digital strategy, and stakeholder communication can be done off-site. About 100% of campaign manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting broader flexibility across marketing and advocacy functions. The parts of the role most commonly done remotely include content development, analytics, and media buying, while on-the-ground organizing and client meetings typically require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a campaign manager in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a campaign coordinator or marketing associate role at one of Illinois's many advocacy groups, trade associations, or political consulting firms based in Chicago. Organizations like the Illinois Policy Institute, the Civic Federation, and large healthcare systems such as Northwestern Medicine and Advocate Health regularly bring in junior staff to support campaign operations. Building a portfolio through volunteer political campaigns, PAC work registered with the Illinois State Board of Elections, or university project work gives candidates a concrete edge over applicants with only coursework.
Where can I find and apply to campaign manager jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to campaign manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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