Senior Journalist Salary in Kankakee, IL

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How much does a Senior Journalist make in Kankakee, IL? The average Senior Journalist salary in Kankakee, IL is $57,728 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $52,048 and $66,763. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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TheThings - Journalist (Reality TV)
Valnet Freelance - Dallas , TX
Our editorial team is looking for a Senior Journalist with 2-3 years of editorial experience to contribute to our Reality TV content under the leadership of the Lead Editor. TheThings operates at a ...
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Orange County Journalist (CA)
Altametrics - Costa Mesa , CA
Bachelors degree in journalism, communications, English, or a related field. Minimum of 2 years of proven experience as a content writer or in a similar role, with experience at a senior level
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 59 days ago
Deputy Director of Development, Individual Giving
Committee to Protect Journalists - New York , NY
Founded in 1981, the Committee to Protect Journalists ("CPJ") is an independent, non-profit ... This is a senior position on the seven-person Development Team, working alongside the Deputy ...
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Senior Philanthropy Officer
Chicago Public Media - Chicago , IL
In 2022, WBEZ received more than 20 awards for its journalism, including two prestigious National ... The Senior Philanthropy Officer will also lead the planning and execution for CPM's Business ...
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Senior Manager, Global Content and Media Relations
Visa - San Francisco , CA
Responsibilities · Build and maintain strong relationships with key media outlets, journalists ... senior executives and provide them with strategic counsel and support for media interviews and ...
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Senior Account Executive / Account Supervisor, Corp Tech (Strategic Comms/PR)
Global Gateway Advisors - San Francisco , CA
Global Gateway Advisors seeks a Senior Account Executive (SAE) / Account Supervisor (AS), Corporate ... journalists. For this role, we seek candidates based in the San Francisco Bay Area. The ideal ...
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Average Salary Range for Senior Journalist in Kankakee, IL

Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Senior Journalist in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Senior Journalist in Kankakee, IL. The base salary for Senior Journalist ranges from $52,048 to $66,763 with the average base salary of $57,728. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $52,108 to $66,850 with the average total cash compensation of $57,785.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $57,728 $52,048 - $66,763
Bonus $57 $60 - $86
Total Pay $57,785 $52,108 - $66,850
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Senior Journalist Salary Near Kankakee, IL

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Kankakee, IL
CITY, STATE Joliet, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,889 - $69,125 COMPARE TO Kankakee, IL
CITY, STATE Tinley Park, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,586 - $68,736 COMPARE TO Kankakee, IL
CITY, STATE Orland Park, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,703 - $68,887 COMPARE TO Kankakee, IL
CITY, STATE Hammond, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,391 - $67,203 COMPARE TO Kankakee, IL
CITY, STATE Bolingbrook, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,091 - $69,384 COMPARE TO Kankakee, IL
CITY, STATE Gary, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,391 - $67,203 COMPARE TO Kankakee, IL
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About Kankakee, Illinois    Kankakee /kæŋkəˈki/ is a city in and the county seat of Kankakee County, Illinois, United States. The city's name is probably derived from the Miami-I....More

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