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As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for communication assistant in Illinois is $47,544.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,200.00 and $53,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Communication Assistant supports an organization's communication efforts by helping to create, edit, and distribute content both internally and externally. Their responsibilities often include drafting emails, press releases, social media posts, and newsletters, as well as assisting with event coordination and maintaining media contact lists. They play a key role in ensuring that messaging is clear, consistent, and aligned with the organization's goals. Communication Assistants often work closely with marketing, public relations, and management teams to facilitate effective communication.

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As a Communication Assistant in a fast-paced organization, you can expect to support a variety of projects such as drafting press releases, managing internal newsletters, and coordinating social media posts. You may also assist with organizing events, maintaining media contact lists, and tracking coverage or engagement metrics. Collaboration with marketing, public relations, and design teams is common, and adapting quickly to shifting priorities is key. This role often provides valuable exposure to many facets of corporate communications, offering strong learning and growth opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a communication assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Communication Assistant, you need strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and usually a degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), social media platforms, and basic graphic design or office software is typically required. Excellent organizational skills, adaptability, and the ability to collaborate effectively help set top candidates apart. These competencies ensure clear, consistent messaging and efficient support for communication strategies across various channels.

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Infographic showing various Communication Assistant job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,544 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Marketing & Communication Assistant

Peoria, IL • On-site

Greater Peoria Family YMCA
Non-Profits • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Greater Peoria Family YMCAexternal

$20 - $21.93/hr

Part-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Overview

The Marketing & Communication Assistant supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Marketing and Communications Intern at the Greater Peoria Family YMCA intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined and builds the community's understanding of the YMCA's cause and impact through development and implementation of effective marketing and communications strategies.

Responsibilities
  • Editing and writing content for diverse channels and audiences including Y stories.
  • Produces and distributes program information necessary to promote assigned programs, in accordance with membership and marketing plans.
  • Support and content creation for social media.
  • Assist with website content development and editing that will include assisting all Directors.
  • Manage special projects as assigned, including story, photo and video organization.
  • Assist with brand management, including updating and developing tools.
  • Support digital media advertising.
  • May support association email marketing communications and training.
  • Graphic design, photography and videography work are integrated into Y stories.
  • Works directly with the Director of Fund Development.
  • This individual may also work with other Directors and colleagues throughout the association.
  • Assist with coordination of special projects/events.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in a related field preferred, or working towards the completion of one.
  • Previous professional experience in marketing, advertising and or graphic design.
  • Excellent personal computer skills and experience with standard business software.
  • Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud software - Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator preferred.
  • Must have strong experience with Canva.
  • Must have some experience with video production.
  • Must have strong interpersonal, public relations and communications skills, including the ability to make presentations and handle media inquiries.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
  • The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Benefits
  • Free Membership
  • Discounted Programming
  • Free CPR/AED/First Aid Training
  • 8% Retirement for Vested Employees
  • Paid Leave For All
  • Opportunities for Training and Advancement
  • Work That Makes a Lasting Difference
Posted Salary RangeUSD $20.00 - USD $21.93 /Hr.Employment Type: PART_TIME

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