"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 Director of Marketing Salaries in Riverside, CA

The average Guitar Center Director of Marketing in Riverside, CA earns an estimated $178,803 annually, which includes an estimated base salary of $145,850 with a $32,953 bonus. Guitar Center's Director of Marketing compensation is $32,572 more than the US average for a Director of Marketing. Director of Marketing salaries at Guitar Center in Riverside, CA can range from $90,000 - $250,000.

In Riverside, CA, The Marketing Department at Guitar Center earns $8,000 more on average than the Finance Department.

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$178,803

Average Compensation

$145,850: avg. base

$32,953: avg. bonus

Director of Marketing Salaries at Guitar Center

In Riverside, CA, Directors of Marketing earn $6,406 more than Directors of Marketing.

Director of Marketing

$172k*

Senior Marketing Manager

$157k*

Brand Manager

$113k*

Marketing Operations

$106k*

Marketing Manager

$105k*

Content Strategist

$97k*

Event Planner

$94k*

Data Analyst

$93k*

Business Analyst

$90k*

Content Manager

$85k*

Copywriter

$82k*

SEM Manager

$78k

Email Marketer

$77k*

SEO Specialist

$76k*

Community Manager

$76k*

Social Media Manager

$73k*

Marketing Associate

$64k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at Guitar Center by Department

In Riverside, CA, The Marketing Department averages $8,000 more than the Finance Department, and $3,500 less than the HR Department

$107,770 Avg. total comp.

+$4k

Marketing

$104,270 Avg. total comp.

Finance

$96,270 Avg. total comp.

-$8k

Director of Marketing Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female Director of Marketing at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $189,407, while the average male Director of Marketing at similar sized companies reported making $200,398.

Director of Marketing Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average Asian or Pacific Islander Director of Marketing at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $212,319, while the average Caucasian Director of Marketing at similar sized companies reported making $185,770.

How Directors of Marketing at Guitar Center Rate Their Compensation

The majority of Directors of Marketing at Guitar Center believe they're not compensated fairly. 56% of Directors of Marketing 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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