Marketing Coordinator Jobs in Illinois

Marketing Coordinator jobs in Illinois are concentrated in Chicago, Naperville, and Peoria, where employers like Walgreens Boots Alliance, United Airlines, and Hyatt Hotels maintain active marketing departments and hire across experience levels from entry-level coordinators to senior campaign managers. Digital marketing, content strategy, and brand coordination are the most in-demand specialties, driven by Illinois's deep retail, hospitality, and healthcare marketing sectors. Chicago ranks among the most active markets in the country for this role, with consistent demand from Fortune 500 headquarters, regional agencies, and nonprofit organizations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles61
Top employerUniversity of Illinois
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring32
Work type47% On-site
Top industryMedia

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Marketing Coordinator (Graphic Design)
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Marketing Coordinator (Graphic Design)
Lee & Associates of Illinois
Oakbrook Ter, Illinois
Content Marketing
Marketing
Social Media Management
$50k - $60k/yr
11-50

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Junior Referral Marketing Coordinator (South Chicago/Indiana Region)
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Junior Referral Marketing Coordinator (South Chicago/Indiana Region)
Orthodontic Experts Management LLC
Des Plaines, Illinois
Content Marketing
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$40k - $50k/yr
High school diploma or GED

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Marketing & Communications Coordinator
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Marketing & Communications Coordinator
Bridgeway
Galesburg, Illinois
Growth Marketing
Performance Marketing
$19 - $21/hr
201-500

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Marketing & Media Coordinator – Stryker Equipment (Spring Grove, IL)
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Marketing & Media Coordinator – Stryker Equipment (Spring Grove, IL)
Stryker Equipment
Spring Grove, Illinois
Growth Marketing
Marketing
Product Marketing
On-Site

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Marketing Coordinator
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Marketing Coordinator
Medical Imaging Specialists, Inc
Palos Hills, Illinois
Content Marketing
Marketing
Social Media Management
$36k - $100k/yr
Associate's degree in marketing

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Marketing Coordinator Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Springfield
3 jobs
Aurora
2 jobs
Urbana
2 jobs
Rockford
2 jobs
Romeoville
2 jobs
Schaumburg
2 jobs
Des Plaines
2 jobs
Saint Charles
2 jobs

Marketing Coordinator Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

University of Illinois2 open roles
Tutera Senior Living & Health Care2 open roles
Braze1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in marketing coordinator jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field
  • One to three years of experience coordinating marketing campaigns or projects
  • Proficiency with marketing automation platforms such as HubSpot or Marketo
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with social media management and content scheduling tools
  • Strong written communication skills for drafting copy and internal briefs

Marketing Coordinator Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a marketing coordinator in Illinois?

A bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, advertising, or a related field is the standard starting point for marketing coordinator roles in Illinois. No state-issued license or registration is required for the role itself. Illinois employers, particularly those in Chicago's agency and corporate sectors, also value candidates who hold platform certifications from Google, HubSpot, or Meta and can show a portfolio of campaigns or coordinated projects alongside their degree.

Which companies hire marketing coordinators in Illinois?

Illinois marketing coordinator roles are posted by University of Illinois, Tutera Senior Living & Health Care, and Braze and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters in the Chicago metro, along with its strong healthcare, retail, and financial services sectors, means openings appear consistently across both corporate marketing teams and independent agencies.

Which Illinois cities have the most marketing coordinator jobs?

Chicago, Springfield, and Aurora have the most marketing coordinator openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because it is home to major corporate headquarters, a dense network of advertising and PR agencies, and large nonprofit institutions, while suburban markets like Naperville and Schaumburg generate steady demand from regional company offices and retail brands headquartered in the greater Chicago metro.

Are there remote marketing coordinator jobs in Illinois?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 53% of marketing coordinator openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves digital tools, content platforms, and virtual collaboration. Campaign management, email marketing, and social media coordination are the tasks most commonly performed fully remotely, while event coordination and brand activation roles tend to require on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a marketing coordinator in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to marketing assistant or coordinator associate roles at Illinois's large hospital systems, universities, and retail headquarters, where structured rotational or new-graduate programs exist. Employers like Northwestern Medicine, the University of Illinois system, and Kraft Heinz have historically brought on entry-level marketing staff from adjacent roles such as social media assistant, communications intern, or event staff. A platform certification, a content portfolio from freelance or volunteer projects, and demonstrated familiarity with tools like HubSpot give candidates a concrete edge when formal experience is limited.

Where can I find and apply to marketing coordinator jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to marketing coordinator jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Illinois employers. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to each listing that fits your background.

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