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Welo Data

Data Labeling Associate

Chicago, IL

$34/hr

Work with audio and language data, including transcription, categorization, and tagging. YOU ARE A FIT IF YOU'RE... * A English with Dialect from (Australian, United Kingdom and Canadian) speaker ...

Cresset Capital

ASSOCIATE, DATA ENGINEER

Chicago, IL · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

Familiarity with data formatting, chunking, schema design, or metadata tagging strategies optimized for AI tool consumption. * Exposure to vector databases, embedding pipelines, or semantic search ...

Cresset Capital

ASSOCIATE, DATA ENGINEER

Chicago, IL · On-site

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

Familiarity with data formatting, chunking, schema design, or metadata tagging strategies optimized for AI tool consumption. * Exposure to vector databases, embedding pipelines, or semantic search ...

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How much do data tagging jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for data tagging in Chicago, IL is $102,222.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,600.00 and $111,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is data tagging?

A Data Tagging job involves labeling or annotating data, such as text, images, audio, or video, to help machine learning models understand patterns and make accurate predictions. Taggers assign relevant metadata, categories, or identifiers to raw data based on predefined guidelines. This process is essential for training AI systems in tasks like image recognition, natural language processing, and content moderation. Attention to detail and consistency are critical in ensuring high-quality, accurate datasets for AI models.

What does a data tagger do?

A typical day for a Data Tagging professional involves reviewing large volumes of data—such as images, video clips, audio, or text—and applying specific labels or annotations according to detailed project guidelines. You’ll likely work with specialized software platforms and may be part of a collaborative team that regularly coordinates to ensure consistency and accuracy. Frequent communication with project managers or data scientists is common to clarify criteria or resolve ambiguities. While the work can be repetitive, it is crucial for the development of AI and machine learning applications, and there are often opportunities to progress into quality assurance, project coordination, or more technical data roles over time.

What skills and qualifications are needed for data tagging?

To excel in a Data Tagging role, attention to detail, consistency, and a basic understanding of data categorization or annotation are essential, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with specialized annotation software or data labeling platforms, as well as basic computer literacy, is typically required. Strong time management, communication skills, and the ability to follow detailed instructions help candidates stand out. These abilities ensure that tagged data is accurate, reliable, and ready for use in training machine learning models or improving data-driven processes.

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Manager, Measurement - Data Integration

Ovative group

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

About Ovative Group:

Ovative Group is an independent, full-funnel media, measurement, and creative firm transforming how brands grow. We partner with leading names like American Eagle, Best Buy, Domino's, The Home Depot, Polaris, and UnitedHealth Group to build smarter media and measurement programs that drive real, profitable growth.


We don't just track performance-we redefine it. Powered by our proprietary intelligence platform, EMRge, and our holistic metric Enterprise Marketing Return (EMR), we help brands connect revenue, customer, and brand outcomes into one clear picture of success. Our approach to full-funnel strategy, buying, and measurement delivers results that matter-and it's getting noticed. Our work has been recognized by Digiday, Google, USA Today, Inc. 5000, and Search Engine Land.


About the Role:

AsOvativecontinues to grow at an exciting rate, so does our need to expand and scale our website tagging, pixel support, and data quality infrastructure. Data and analytics are at the core ofOvative'sofferings, and this role sits at the intersection of those two disciplines.

In this position, you will serve as the subject matter expert on marketing pixel implementation, server-side tagging, andCAPIintegrations - the most critical technical competencies for this role. You will partner with client technology teams to outline requirements, troubleshoot implementation issues, and handle final UAT testing prior to deployment. Alongside this, you will support internal reporting data quality, stakeholder training, and the readiness of data pipelines that power our client-facing insights.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who combines deep technical knowledge of modern tracking infrastructure withstrong communicationand relationship management skills. This role is pivotal in helpingOvativeexpand our distinctive offerings and position in the market as a data and technology leader.

Responsibilitiesof a Manager, Measurement - Data Integration:

Server-Side Tagging & CAPI Implementation& Consultation(Primary Focus)

  • Lead the architecture, implementation, and QA of server-side tagging solutions across client environments

  • Serve as a technical advisor to clients pursuing self-managed implementations, translating complex tagging architectures into clear, actionable guidance

  • Review andvalidateclient-led implementations against platform best practices, providing structured feedback and escalation paths when issues arise

  • Manage and document tag implementations across past and current client engagements

  • Stay current on evolving server-side tagging capabilities in Google Tag Manager, Tealium, and other TMS platforms

  • Monitor and adapt to vendor pixel, event, and conversion tracking changes as they are released

Implementation & UAT

  • Lead QA of newly launched tags and pixels in conjunction with media analysts

  • Traffic pixel and tagging details - including naming, placement, and code - to clients on time, aligned to their development sprint schedules

  • Troubleshoot implementation and deployment issues with urgency, keeping data impact implications top of mind

  • Understand the landscape of multiple websites across multiple platforms as it relates to current and future tracking states

Client & Internal Relationship Management

  • Act as the primary client contact for all pixel, tagging, and CAPI requests during implementation, testing, and deployment phases

  • Produce client-facing documentation including implementation guides, QA checklists, and tagging specifications tailored to each client's technical capability

  • Clearly communicate updates and key details to both internal and client stakeholders

  • Serve as liaison during UAT troubleshooting, coordinating between the client, development teams, and internal analysts

  • Coordinate internal requests with client development sprint schedules to ensuretimelymedia launches

  • Regularly meetwith analyst counterparts to stay current on vendor and client updates

Team Leadership & Empowering Others:

  • Define and drive strategy across team structure, roles, development, and clients

  • Play a leadership role on Measurement Solutions

  • Work with internal Ovative teams to come up with marketing solutions/value-add plays

  • Lead development for 1-2 direct reports

Requirements:

  • 4+ years of experience and advanced knowledge of server-side tagging andCAPIintegrations (MetaCAPI, Google Enhanced Conversions, etc.)

  • Experience working with TealiumiQand Adobe Experience Platform Tags (Launch) as primary TMS platforms; familiarity with Google Tag Manager a plus

  • Strong understanding of front-end web fundamentals: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Data Layers

  • Experience partnering with development teams to outline requirements and QA tagging implementations

  • Strong communicationskills with the ability to translate technical details for non-technical stakeholders

Preferred:

  • Experience in a marketing agency environment

  • Knows the different SST implementationpaths -direct API/manual code, partner platforms (Shopify, WooCommerce, HubSpot), GTM server-side containers, and gateway solutions like Meta's Signals Gateway or AWS-hosted CAPI Gateway

  • Working knowledge of GDPR and CCPA requirements as they relate to passing user data server-side

Pay Transparency:

At Ovative, we offer a transparent view into three core components of the total compensation package: Base Salary, Annual Bonus, and Benefits.

For our Manager positions, including the position of Manager, Measurement - Data Integration, our compensation range is from $90,000 to $132,000 on an annualized basis, with the potential for an annual bonus of up to 20% of base salary.


Working at Ovative Group:

We provide strong, competitive, holistic benefits that understand the importance of your life inside and out of work.


At Ovative, culture isn't a buzzword-it's the reason we've been named a Top Workplace for ten years running. We lead with trust, transparency, and a commitment to doing the hard work others avoid.


We offer flexibility. You'll work from our Minneapolis, Chicago, or New York office on set days each week, and an option to work remote on others.


Our open floor plan reflects our open communication and flat structure-where interns collaborate with VPs, analysts partner with senior leaders, and our CEO engages with every team member. Together, we create an environment where smart, driven people can do their best work and support one another in the process.


We're equally committed to inclusion and belonging. Ovative fosters a workplace where everyone can participate and thrive-regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or other protected class status. Our benefits and policies reflect that commitment, from inclusive medical leave coverage for same-sex spouses to equitable care and support for all families.


Benefits:

We strive to hire and retain the best talent by offering fair, competitive compensation, a meaningful bonus program, and excellent health coverage. When the company performs well, we all benefit.


Some tangible benefits and amenities we enjoy:

  • Access to all office spaces in MSP, NYC, and CHI
  • Frequent, paid travel to our Minneapolis headquarters for company events, team events, and in-person collaboration with teams
  • Generous paid vacation policy
  • 401k match program
  • Top-notch health insurance options, inclusive of same sex partners
  • Family formation benefits including reimbursement options for fertility, pregnancy, and parenting needs
  • Monthly stipend for your mobile phone and data plan
  • Sabbatical program
  • Charitable giving via our time and a financial match program
  • Shenanigan's Day

Additional information can be found at Ovative's Career Page.


The details of the benefits are covered by applicable plan documents for group benefits and by company policies where a plan document does not apply.


Working at Ovative won't be easy-but if you like challenging, hard work, driving results, and being surrounded by the best talent, it has the potential to be the most rewarding job you'll ever have. If you think you can make us better, we want to hear from you!


EEO & Accessibility:

Ovative is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace for all. Applicants receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics (e.g., color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity/, gender expression, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital/ status, familial status, military or veteran's status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, and any other status protected under applicable law).


We provide reasonable accommodations consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law to qualified applicants and employees with disability, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.


If you need assistance or accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us atapplication.accomodations@ovative.com.


Application Details and Process:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer on a full-time basis, without current or future need for visa sponsorship. Ovative is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification documentation upon hire.


Open Until Filled or Otherwise Withdrawn:

We encourage interested candidates to apply early. The position will remain open for at least 10 business days from the first day of posting. After this time, if the position has not been filled, the posting will remain open until the position is filled, or until the posting is otherwise closed or withdrawn for business reasons.

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