"We have always known that our success comes from our people, but to put it through this lens, we want all our associates to look left and right and see themselves, knowing that Guitar Center is a place where hard work, good ideas, and culture thrive. What they hear from leadership needs to reflect this vision. That means a diverse collection of men, women of all backgrounds and experiences at all levels of our organization. As candidates consider Guitar Center, we want them to know this is who we are and they will feel welcomed here. That’s how we will continue to stick around for another 40, 50, 60 years."? - Ron Japinga, CEO, Guitar Center read more

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Guitar Center CMO Salaries in Elizabethtown, KY

The average Guitar Center CMO in Elizabethtown, KY earns an estimated $277,604 annually. Guitar Center's CMO compensation is $21,955 more than the US average for a CMO.

In Elizabethtown, KY, The Marketing Department at Guitar Center earns $5,078 more on average than the HR Department.

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Average Compensation

$277,604: avg. base

CMO Salaries at Guitar Center

In Elizabethtown, KY, CMOs earn $89,067 more than Directors of Marketing.

Director of Marketing

$189k*

Senior Marketing Manager

$157k*

Marketing Manager

$115k*

Brand Manager

$113k*

Marketing Operations

$106k*

Content Strategist

$97k*

Event Planner

$94k*

Data Analyst

$88k*

Content Manager

$85k*

Copywriter

$82k*

SEM Manager

$78k

Email Marketer

$77k*

SEO Specialist

$76k*

Community Manager

$76k*

Social Media Manager

$73k*

Marketing Associate

$72k*

Business Analyst

$53k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at Guitar Center by Department

In Elizabethtown, KY, The Marketing Department averages $5,078 more than the HR Department, and $6,974 less than the Engineering Department

Engineering

$122,927 Avg. total comp.

+$7k

Marketing

$115,953 Avg. total comp.

$110,875 Avg. total comp.

-$5k

CMO Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female CMO at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $375,300, while the average male CMO at similar sized companies reported making $411,150.

CMO Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average African American/Black CMO at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $500,000, while the average Hispanic or Latino CMO at similar sized companies reported making $310,000.

How CMOs at Guitar Center Rate Their Compensation

The majority of CMOs at Guitar Center believe they're not compensated fairly. 56% of CMOs at Guitar Center say they receive annual bonuses, and the majority (44%) are not satisfied with their benefits. See more compensation ratings at Guitar Center

Do you believe you're paid fairly?

26% Yes

Does your company give annual bonuses?

56% Yes

Are you satisfied with your Benefits?

44% Yes

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