Last updated 2026-06-18
35 Public Relations jobs in Chicago ()
Browse 35 Public Relations jobs across Chicago, including Corporate Communications Lead, Content Editor/Communications Specialist, Director of Corporate Reputation and Response, External Senior Communications Manager, and Corporate Communications Specialist roles. Listings are updated hourly and include salary data where available.
Public Relations jobs in Chicago
Professionals in this category manage and enhance the public image and communication strategies of organizations across various regions and sectors.
Browse Public Relations jobs in Chicago from companies including UL Solutions External Career Site, ZN001 Zeno US, Circa - IPG DXTRA, Omnicom Media, Covista, Northwestern Medicine Corporate, and Huntington.
- Common titles include Corporate Communications Lead, Content Editor/Communications Specialist, Director of Corporate Reputation and Response, External Senior Communications Manager, and Corporate Communications Specialist.
- Roles span mid, senior, and entry levels.
- Recent postings include corporate communications, public relations, of public, account executive, and content editor roles.
- Most listed roles are in Chicago (28), with openings also in Northbrook (4), Naperville (1), Joliet (1), and Schaumburg (1).
- Reported pay for Public Relations jobs near Chicago ranges around $80,668-$165,350 annually (P25-P75 across 23 postings that disclosed pay).
- Explore Public Relations salaries in Illinois in Salary Explorer.
Public Relations jobs in Chicago
Professionals in this category manage and enhance the public image and communication strategies of organizations across various regions and sectors.
Browse Public Relations jobs in Chicago from companies including UL Solutions External Career Site, ZN001 Zeno US, Circa - IPG DXTRA, Omnicom Media, Covista, Northwestern Medicine Corporate, and Huntington.
- Common titles include Corporate Communications Lead, Content Editor/Communications Specialist, Director of Corporate Reputation and Response, External Senior Communications Manager, and Corporate Communications Specialist.
- Roles span mid, senior, and entry levels.
- Recent postings include corporate communications, public relations, of public, account executive, and content editor roles.
- Most listed roles are in Chicago (28), with openings also in Northbrook (4), Naperville (1), Joliet (1), and Schaumburg (1).
- Reported pay for Public Relations jobs near Chicago ranges around $80,668-$165,350 annually (P25-P75 across 23 postings that disclosed pay).
- Explore Public Relations salaries in Illinois in Salary Explorer.
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Chicago
mid
Full Time
$27.73-40.21/hr
Contributes to planning, execution and delivery of tactics necessary to launch comprehensive communications campaigns Acts as the team’s co…
Authors and edits articles, letters, emails, and other communications, and oversees design elements Provides ad hoc writing support to team…
Chicago
senior
Full Time
$125k-255k/yr
The Director of Corporate Reputation and Response leads a small team of experts in media relations, social media, and reputation…
This leader will be instrumental in establishing a culture of awareness, preparedness, and responsiveness across the Corporate Communicatio…
Naperville
senior
Full Time
$120.5k-180.7k/yr
This role blends earned media excellence with a strong digital mindset —supporting a modern, newsroom‑driven approach to communications acr…
What You Will Do: Media Relations & Earned Media Develop and execute proactive media strategies aligned to enterprise priorities, business…
Chicago
mid
$61.6k-92.4k/yr
They will help drive efficient processes, strengthen media relationships, and collaborate across a complex organization to increase visibil…
This role supports the execution of integrated earned, owned, and emerging media strategies, with a focus on leveraging AI.
Head of Public Relations
Jun 5
Chicago
senior
Full Time
$100k-150k/yr
What you'll work on Narrative & positioning — owning Beagle's story, messaging, and positioning end-to-end Media relations — building real…
This is a high-ownership role for a sharp writer and storyteller who can think strategically and execute hands-on, from pitching…
Chicago
mid
Full Time
$130k-150k/yr
Develop media relations strategies and conduct outreach across national business, trade, industry and emerging media that influence corpora…
About the Role: Develop strategic, creative and forward-looking communications plans that connect client business priorities to reputation,…
Chicago
mid
$80k/yr
Position Overview As Manager, Communications Design (Media Planning), you are managing the production and application of accurate and insig…
Responsible for timely, accurate delivery of day to day requests from the client and internal team Responsible for maintaining impactful…
Chicago
senior
Full Time
$125k-135k/yr
The Director of Public Relations and Marketing is a strategic leader within the property team, responsible for shaping and executing…
The Director of Public Relations and Marketing brings with them a strong sense of responsibility, ownership and is a professional…
Chicago
mid
Full Time
Position activities are focused on internal and external communications and community relations in surrounding local communities, while par…
This person serves as a point of contact, ensuring full integration with corporate and business unit/operating company communications organ…
Chicago
senior
This position works closely with E2 staff, consultants, partners, and members to develop and execute nonpartisan communications strategies…
Digital & Internal Communications Manage and expand E2’s social media presence, ensuring content appeals to audiences across the political…
Chicago
senior
Full Time
$60k-76k/yr
About the Role Senior Account Executives (SAEs) are strong communicators who serve as trusted connectors between clients, teams, and media…
Media & Stakeholder Relations Lead proactive outreach to journalists, influencers, and policymakers; secure earned media and stakeholder en…
Chicago
senior
Full Time
$80.3k/yr
Reporting directly to the Director of Corporate Communications, you'll have ownership across both executive content and earned media, with…
Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in communications, marketing, journalism or a related field required 7+ years of experience in corporate o…
Chicago
senior
Full Time
$112k-117k/yr
This role shapes and operationalizes a cohesive CEO platform across high-impact external engagements, media, thought leadership, partnershi…
The Opportunity The Director, CEO Communications and External Engagement serves as the strategic communications partner to the CEO, in clos…
Public Relations Specialist
May 18
Joliet
entry
Full Time
Essential Functions : Develop and take the leadership role in the center’s outreach and public relations plans and activities.
Must have knowledge of public relations and working with employers.
Chicago
senior
$110k-135k/yr
SUMMARY TURNER, a national communications firm specializing in lifestyle, travel, hospitality, spirits, wellness, and outdoor brands; is se…
We prioritize personalized service within our specialty industries, leveraging the broader agency's creative, paid media, and digital capab…
Schaumburg
senior
Full Time
$142.8k-199.9k/yr
Content & Storytelling Oversee creation of high-impact corporate content, including company narratives, messaging to support strategic busi…
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Corporate Communications Develop and execute a comprehensive corporate communications strategy t…
Chicago
senior
Full Time
$115k-135k/yr
Serve as a trusted advisor to communications partners and senior stakeholders on message clarity, structure, tone, sequencing and channel s…
Skills and experience that will lead to success 8+ years of relevant strategic communication experience with an emphasis on internal,…
Chicago
senior
$210k/yr
Leadership and collaboration Act as the communications lead within Corporate Marketing, partnering closely with Brand, Creative, Campaigns,…
Public relations and media strategy Own the global PR strategy and newsroom calendar across North America, EMEA, and APAC, spanning…
Chicago
senior
$95k/yr
This role will focus on executing communications, reputation and earned media strategies for corporate, advocacy and public sector clients…
Weber Shandwick is seeking a curious, creative, and media-savvy Account Director to join our team in Chicago.
Chicago
senior
Full Time
Role Purpose Reporting to the Head of Global Communications, the Director of Public Relations owns and protects Morningstar’s external narr…
Team and Partner Leadership Lead three direct reports covering media relations, executive communications, social media, and issues prepared…
Sr Manager, Communications
Apr 30
Chicago
mid
Manages development of communications assets & materials, including but not limited to media strategies, key messages, press releases, stat…
Collaborates with Impact peers and cross-functional business partners to manage integrated communications campaigns in support of key busin…
Chicago
senior
$158k-206k/yr
You will be the dedicated communications lead for Beast Industries' consumer business, a senior IC who operates at an executive-adjacent…
You'll report directly to the Chief Communications Officer and work in close day-to-day partnership with the President of Consumer Goods…
Chicago
senior
Full Time
$180k-220k
Play a leadership role with the Earned Media Team both in the office and virtually to reinforce the values of…
Overview: We are looking for a Senior Vice President to join our award-winning agency in providing strategic earned media counsel…
Northbrook
senior
We are hiring a Corporate Communications Lead, Executive Visibility & Thought Leadership, reporting to the Director of Executive and Busine…
This role drives proactive external visibility for senior business leaders by translating complex technical topics related to global megatr…
Chicago
mid
$70k
Collaborate with Sector Marketing Leader to support marketing strategy with identified multi-channel campaigns and ensure that media and th…
Peer Media Managers to ensure that cross-sector opportunities are identified and strategically promoted.