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How much do podcast script writer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for podcast script writer in Chicago, IL is $192,411.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $175,700.00 and $209,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Podcast Script Writer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Podcast Script Writer, you need excellent writing, storytelling, and research skills, often supported by a background in journalism, communications, or media production. Familiarity with scriptwriting software, audio editing tools, and content management systems is advantageous. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong collaboration are important soft skills that help in adapting content for different podcast formats and working with diverse production teams. These abilities ensure engaging, polished scripts that resonate with audiences and align with the show's goals.

What is a Podcast Script Writer job?

A Podcast Script Writer creates written content for podcast episodes, including introductions, interviews, narrative storytelling, and closing segments. They structure the script to ensure smooth transitions, engaging dialogue, and a compelling flow. Their work helps hosts stay on track, maintain consistency, and deliver high-quality content that resonates with listeners.

What does a typical workday look like for a Podcast Script Writer?

A typical day for a Podcast Script Writer involves researching show topics, drafting and revising scripts, collaborating with producers and hosts for feedback, and adapting scripts for different episode formats. You may attend brainstorming meetings, conduct interviews, or review listener feedback to refine future content. While some writers work in-house with production teams, many work remotely or on a freelance basis, providing flexibility but also requiring strong time management skills. The pace can vary depending on production schedules and episode frequency, making the ability to meet deadlines crucial in this role.

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Infographic showing various Podcast Script Writer job openings in Chicago, IL as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 79% In-person, 7% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $192,411 per year, or $92.5 per hour.
Senior Specialist, Communications & Content Strategy (Asset Management)

Senior Specialist, Communications & Content Strategy (Asset Management)

Northern Trust

Chicago, IL • Hybrid

$95K - $162K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Northern Trust rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

About Northern Trust:

Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889.

Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world's most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Role/Department: Senior Specialist, Communications & Content Strategy/Asset Management Marketing

Are you passionate about turning market insights into content advisors actually use?


This role blends market knowledge, strong storytelling, and digital engagement acumen. You'll create timely, insight-led content that helps financial advisors and their clients understand what's happening in markets while shaping how Northern Trust Asset Management shows up during moments that matter. Working closely with portfolio managers, marketing, sales, and compliance, you'll deliver thought leadership that differentiates our investment perspective and drives digital engagement across U.S. intermediary and proprietary wealth channels.

The key highlighted responsibilities of the role include:
Write advisor-centric thought leadership
Market commentary, investment explainers, portfolio construction content, client-ready guides, emails, infographics, and video/podcast scripts.

Translate complex ideas into plain English
Turn investment views, data, and product mechanics into clear, client-friendly narratives advisors can share.

Support lead-generation campaigns
Create content for email, social, paid media, landing pages, gated assets, and nurture flows-focused on engagement and qualified leads.

Lead rapid market-response content
Draft and coordinate time-sensitive market commentary in close partnership with Investment teams-often under tight deadlines.

Collaborate across teams
Work daily with Investments, Sales, Product Marketing, Digital, Design/Video, and Compliance to deliver high-quality, compliant content.

Measure and improve performance
Track engagement, SEO, MQLs, and sales adoption-and use insights to refine topics, formats, and distribution.


Skills/Qualifications:
5+ years of writing/editing experience in asset or wealth management (or related financial services)
3+ creating content for intermediary channels (wirehouse, IBD, RIA)
Strong understanding of markets, investment products (mutual funds, ETFs, SMAs, alternatives), and portfolio construction concepts
Proven ability to create digital-first content that drives engagement and leads
Comfort working in a regulated environment, including close partnership with Compliance
Strong interviewing, headline-writing, and fact-checking skills
Highly organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable operating during fast-moving market events
Familiarity with content performance metrics (e.g., analytics, UTMs, CRM/marketing automation)


Working Model: Hybrid (#LI-Hybrid)
We have a balanced hybrid working model to ensure you get the flexibility you need, and the successful candidate will spend their time between working in the office and working from home.

#LI-EA1


Salary Range:

$95,600 - 162,400 USD

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

Working with Us:

As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas.

Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve!Join a workplace with a greater purpose.

We'd love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world's most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us andapply today.#MadeForGreater

Reasonable accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com.


We hope you're excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people.

Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.


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