Marketing Associate Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

A Marketing Associate is an integral part of the marketing industry, responsible for developing, executing, and managing marketing strategies to drive brand awareness, generate leads, and ultimately increase sales. They are tasked with conducting market research to identify target audiences, analyzing competitors, and staying up-to-date with industry trends to make informed decisions about marketing campaigns. Their role often involves working closely with other marketing professionals, sales teams, and creative departments to produce compelling marketing materials, such as advertisements, social media posts, and email campaigns. Marketing Specialists/Representatives/Associates also track the performance of these campaigns, using various analytical tools to measure success and identify areas for improvement.

To be effective in their role, Marketing Associates should possess strong analytical, communication, and project management skills, as well as creativity and adaptability to respond to changing market conditions. A bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field is typically required, and additional certifications, such as Google Analytics, Facebook Blueprint, or HubSpot Inbound Marketing, are valuable assets that can set candidates apart. Prior to becoming a Marketing Associate, individuals may gain experience in various entry-level marketing and sales roles, such as Marketing Coordinator, Social Media Coordinator, or Sales Representative. As they progress in their careers, Marketing Associates may transition into more specialized roles, such as Digital Marketing Specialist, Brand Manager, or Content Strategist.

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Marketing Communications Specialist

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Responsible for broker-related sales requests and helping to drive the creative development of sales and broker marketing initiatives; including creating and executing pro-active marketing campaigns...

Senior Marketing Specialist

  • Riverwoods, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverwoods, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

At Kelly, were passionate about helping you find a job that works for you. How about this one? Were seeking a Senior Marketing Specialist to work at a premier pharmaceutical company in Deerfield,...

Jan. 2026 - Product Sales and Marketing Specialist- IL

  • Lincolnshire, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The Product Sales and Marketing Specialist is part of an accelerated program designed to develop and prepare individuals for successful careers in Product Management, Sales and Marketing. Through...

Senior Marketing Specialist

  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago

At Kelly, were passionate about helping you find a job that works for you. How about this one? Were seeking a Senior Marketing Specialist to work at a premier pharmaceutical company in Deerfield,...

Senior Field Marketing Specialist (US Remote)

  • Evanston, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Evanston, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago

at ANSYS in Evanston, Illinois, United States Job Description Requisition #:16430 Our Mission: Powering Innovation That Drives Human Advancement When visionary companies need to know how their...

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Event Marketing Specialist

  • McHenry, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • McHenry, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago

This position will be responsible for the design, implementation, and execution of field marketing campaigns to build relationships, drive awareness, and generate business opportunities....

Digital Marketing Specialist - M. Holland

  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Area of Focus (In order of percentage of time spent on activity, importance and/or priority) Implement and execute email marketing campaigns....

Senior Marketing Specialist (Brand and Channel)

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 6 days ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

Marketing Specialist

  • Lincolnshire, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Develop and design pieces for various marketing campaigns and ongoing promotions, including direct mail pieces, e-marketing, presentations, posters, handouts, promotional specialties, etc....

0.5 Communications Specialist (Part-time)

  • Barrington, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Barrington, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago

0.5 Communications Specialist (Part-time) JobID: 7268 Position Type: Support Staff Date Posted: 4/21/2025 Location: District Date Available: 07/01/2025 Closing Date: 05/05/2025 Additional...

Email Marketing Associate

  • Mettawa, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Mettawa, IL
  • 8 days ago

See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality: Performance Marketing: Email Marketing Associate / Mercury Marine Mercury Marine is seeking an Email Marketing Associate to join our...

Klein Leadership Program Product Sales and Marketing Specialist

  • Lincolnshire, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 9 days ago

The Product Sales and Marketing Specialist is part of an accelerated program designed to develop and prepare individuals for successful careers in Product Management, Sales and Marketing. Through...

Marketing Specialist

  • Bellwood, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bellwood, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Develop and implement e-commerce marketing strategies and programs for company's products....

GGB-US Regional Marketing Specialist

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (13 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (13 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 13 days ago

How you'll make an impact Establishment and building of strong relationships across internal marketing resources Project management of marketing strategies and campaigns in support of Regional marketing...

Marketing Specialist for Cultural Arts and Special Events

  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 13 days ago

strategies that maximize event attendance, engagement, and visibility....

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Salary for Marketing Associate Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

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Highest Education Level

Marketing Associates in Lake Forest, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
64.6%
Master's Degree
22.3%
Associate's Degree
4.4%
High School or GED
4.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.4%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Marketing Associates in Lake Forest, IL
4-6 years
34.8%
2-4 years
26.1%
1-2 years
17.4%
Less than 1 year
13.0%
None
8.7%


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