Browse jobs Find the right job type for you Explore how we help job seekers Finance and Accounting Technology Marketing and Creative Administrative and Customer Support Legal Preview candidates Contract talent Permanent talent Learn how we work with you Executive search Finance and Accounting Technology Marketing and Creative Administrative and Customer Support Legal Technology Risk, Audit and Compliance Finance and Accounting Digital, Marketing and Customer Experience Legal Operations Human Resources 2025 Salary Guide Demand for Skilled Talent Report Building Future-Forward Tech Teams Job Market Outlook Press Room Salary and hiring trends Adaptive working Competitive advantage Work/life balance Diversity and inclusion Browse jobs Find your next hire Our locations

Digital Marketing Specialist in Chicago, IL

Digital Marketing Specialist Job Description

A digital marketing specialist works within a company’s marketing organization, identifying target markets and creating and implementing marketing campaigns across mobile and web platforms. These professionals may focus on specialized areas of digital marketing such as search engine optimization (SEO) and search engine marketing (SEM), paid search, display media, social media and shopping feeds.

Typical digital marketing specialist duties:

Overseeing a company’s digital strategy (or specializing in one area, such as SEO) Using digital platforms such as website, social media, search engines, email marketing, online advertising and corporate blogs to build brand awareness and generate sales Developing and implementing a program to analyze metrics for the digital marketing strategy and drive continuous performance

Looking for a digital marketing specialist or a digital marketing specialist job in Chicago?

Search for Digital Marketing Specialist jobs in Chicago, IL or request talent now and our expert recruiters will be with you shortly.Robert Half can help you with your digital marketing specialist staffing needs in Chicago.
Salary for Digital Marketing Specialist in Chicago, IL
69235 - 98210
25th percentile
69235
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
82655
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
98210
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th percentile 50th percentile 75th percentile Digital Strategist 107970 127185 149755 Digital Marketing Manager 96990 121085 138470 Digital Project Manager 89365 114375 135115 Email Marketing Manager 83570 105835 125965 Email Marketing Specialist 62525 77470 89365 Marketing Automation Specialist 84790 97905 115290 SEO Specialist 80215 93330 109495 Paid Search Specialist 75335 89670 101565 Social Media Manager 76250 95160 116510 Social Media Specialist 62220 74420 88450 Digital Community Manager 64355 79605 91805

Hiring? Start here.

Access millions of skilled contract and permanent candidates at every level from support roles to C-suite, and pinpoint the talent you need using our industry-leading matching technology. Find your next hire