Media Buyer Jobs in Illinois

Media Buyer jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Mettawa, and Champaign and other Illinois metros, with employers like Nexstar Media Group, AbbVie, and Impact Networking hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles170+
Top employerNexstar Media Group
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring37
Work type74% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Salesforce
Senior Social Media Manager
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Salesforce
New 7h ago
Senior Social Media Manager
Salesforce
Chicago, Illinois
Brand & Social Media
Content & Communications
Social Media Management
Content Marketing
$143k - $217k/yr
Hybrid
None

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Turnitin, Llc
Social Media Specialist
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Turnitin, Llc
Added 5d ago
Social Media Specialist
Turnitin, Llc
Chicago, Illinois
Brand & Social Media
Content & Communications
Social Media Management
Content Marketing
Communications
$57k - $96k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Wheaton College
Social Media Specialist
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Wheaton College
Added 6d ago
Social Media Specialist
Wheaton College
Wheaton, Illinois
Brand & Social Media
Content & Communications
Marketing
Social Media Management
Content Marketing
$50k - $52k/yr
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Whirlpool Corporation
Social Media Manager
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Whirlpool Corporation
Added 6d ago
Social Media Manager
Whirlpool Corporation
Chicago, Illinois
Brand & Social Media
Content & Communications
Social Media Management
Content Marketing
$54k - $108k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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EVERSANA
Social Media Manager
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EVERSANA
Added 1w ago
Social Media Manager
EVERSANA
Chicago, Illinois
Brand & Social Media
Marketing
Social Media Management
$67k - $90k/yr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Media Buyer Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
102 jobs
Mettawa
8 jobs
Champaign
5 jobs
Peoria
5 jobs
Abbott Park
4 jobs
Lake Forest
3 jobs
Rock Island
3 jobs
Rockford
3 jobs
Vernon Hills
3 jobs

Media Buyer Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

  • Nexstar Media Group
    Nexstar Media Group26
  • AbbVie
    AbbVie8
  • Impact Networking
    Impact Networking5
  • Abbott
    Abbott4
  • Salesforce
    Salesforce4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software45
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals17
  • Consulting & Professional Services15
  • Education15
  • Media & Entertainment14

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in media buyer jobs across Illinois.

  • Experience managing paid digital media campaigns across search, social, or programmatic platforms
  • Proficiency with DSPs such as The Trade Desk, DV360, or Amazon DSP
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in campaign reporting and performance optimization
  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, communications, or a related field
  • Familiarity with third-party ad verification tools such as DoubleVerify or Integral Ad Science
  • Experience with media planning software and trafficking ad creative through ad servers

Media Buyer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many media buyer jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 170+ media buyer openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Mettawa, and Champaign. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do media buyers make in Illinois?

Media buyers 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 Illinois cities have the most media buyer jobs?

Chicago, Mettawa, and Champaign have the most media buyer openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire media buyers in Illinois?

Employers hiring media buyers in Illinois include Nexstar Media Group, AbbVie, and Impact Networking, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote media buyer jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 26% of media buyer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for media buyer jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to media buyer jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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