How much does a Freelance Editor make in Illinois? The average Freelance Editor salary in Illinois is $67,003 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $58,839 and $76,338. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Freelance Editor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Freelance Editor Salary $51,406 IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Freelance Editor Salary $58,839 IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Freelance Editor Salary $67,003 IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Freelance Editor Salary $76,338 IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Freelance Editor Salary $84,836 IL March 26, 2024
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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Cicero, IL Avg. Salary $68,706 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Mount Prospect, IL Avg. Salary $68,444 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, IL Avg. Salary $62,026 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adair, IL Avg. Salary $62,615 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addieville, IL Avg. Salary $63,598 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addison, IL Avg. Salary $68,444 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akin, IL Avg. Salary $61,698 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, IL Avg. Salary $61,174 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albers, IL Avg. Salary $63,598 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, IL Avg. Salary $60,257 Date Updated March 26, 2024
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Badger Agency - New York , NY
Badger Agency works with a growing roster of influential clients including P&G, Pepsico, Target and Dick’s Sporting Goods among others. After announcing that they would no longer create work that objectifies women, the Agency took home Advertising Age’s coveted “Small Agency of the Year” award and was named “One to Watch” in 2020. We bring soul and beauty to all the work that we create. The Agency has also received three Cannes Lions for its #NoKidsInCages campaign. We are seeking a passionate, inspirational Producer to join our team What we Seek Badger Agency is looking for freelance editors & content creators who specialize / have experience in the world of social media. We are looking for people who LOVE social media: you find it creative, you find it fun, you find it inspiring. We are looking for MAKERS: you shoot, you edit, you love graphics. Those with a focus on & love for beauty is a bonus! If this is you, our production team would love to meet you!
- 1 day ago
Valnet Freelance - New York , NY
This position will operate on a remote, freelance basis. To be eligible for this opportunity, you must be located in the US or Canada. Are you an NFL enthusiast with a history of editorial work in sports publishing? Valnet Inc. is looking for an NFL News & Features Editor for the website . GIVEMESPORT is one of the worlds largest independent sports media publishers. It covers news, features, and interviews across a broad range of sports, from and to the and , catering its content to a global audience of more than 30 million fans each and every month. We pride ourselves on delivering not just the scores, but the stories behind them. Our team of dedicated writers and contributors is committed to providing insightful commentary, thought-provoking analysis, and in-depth features that go beyond the surface of the game. Expectations: Contributing to the creation pipeline for NFL editorial content (news and features) by writing and editing articles on a daily basis Fielding and generating com
- 1 day ago
Mindrift - Austin , TX
If you're a professional editor, we have an exciting opportunity to use your language skills in a new and innovative way. Instead of thinking that AI will replace you, here you can help shape the future of AI. We're seeking freelance editors to collaborate with us creating a diverse range of content. You will use your language skills to create texts covering a wide range of topics. Following our style guide and other quality guidelines, you will create and check responses that will form the "voice" of future AI. You will create and edit original, helpful, honest, and harmless responses; fact check existing responses; bring submitted texts up to our standards; and work directly with Team Leads to help provide feedback to writers and other participants to ensure they can regularly produce high-quality work. Requirements At least 2-3 years of professional experience in writing and editing text. A degree in communications, linguistics, literature, journalism, or similar. Native level of En
- 1 day ago
Mindrift - Denver , CO
If you're a professional editor, we have an exciting opportunity to use your language skills in a new and innovative way. Instead of thinking that AI will replace you, here you can help shape the future of AI. We're seeking freelance editors to collaborate with us creating a diverse range of content. You will use your language skills to create texts covering a wide range of topics. Following our style guide and other quality guidelines, you will create and check responses that will form the "voice" of future AI. You will create and edit original, helpful, honest, and harmless responses; fact check existing responses; bring submitted texts up to our standards; and work directly with Team Leads to help provide feedback to writers and other participants to ensure they can regularly produce high-quality work. Requirements At least 2-3 years of professional experience in writing and editing text. A degree in communications, linguistics, literature, journalism, or similar. Native level of En
- 1 day ago
Onward Search - Providence , RI
Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking to hire a Freelance Copy Editor/Proofreader for a mutual insurer of auto, home, life, marine, and annuities. If you have a love of words, a keen eye for detail, a problem-solving approach to content organization and editing, and a commitment to accuracy, we want to hear from you! 3-5 years of experience as a Copy Editor/Proofreader with healthcare, insurance or other regulated industry experience. Hybrid on site 3 days/week in Providence, RI Metro Area. 4 - 6 months with opportunity to extend. Pay: $30 - $40 hourly Responsibilities: You will be proofing and editing a wide variety of materials including marketing documents, web content, sales brochures, product instructions, packaging labels, HR/benefits, long form documents and email communications. Provide awareness of larger-scope issues of sense, logic, factual accuracy, and adhe
- 3 days ago
Badger Agency - New York , NY
Badger Agency works with a growing roster of influential clients including P&G, Pepsico, Target and Dicks Sporting Goods among others. After announcing that they would no longer create work that objectifies women, the Agency took home Advertising Ages coveted Small Agency of the Year award and was named One to Watch in 2020. We bring soul and beauty to all the work that we create. The Agency has also received three Cannes Lions for its #NoKidsInCages campaign. We are seeking a passionate, inspirational Producer to join our team What we Seek Badger Agency is looking for freelance editors & content creators who specialize / have experience in the world of social media. We are looking for people who LOVE social media: you find it creative, you find it fun, you find it inspiring. We are looking for MAKERS: you shoot, you edit, you love graphics. Those with a focus on & love for beauty is a bonus! If this is you, our production team would love to meet you! by Jobble
- 3 days ago

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    Editor I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Freelance Editor

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Editor III

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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