"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 Marketing Associate Salaries in Riverside, CA

The average Guitar Center Marketing Associate in Riverside, CA earns an estimated $65,039 annually, which includes an estimated base salary of $64,189 with a $850 bonus. Guitar Center's Marketing Associate compensation is $9,319 more than the US average for a Marketing Associate. Marketing Associate salaries at Guitar Center in Riverside, CA can range from $50,000 - $101,700.

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

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Average Compensation

$64,189: avg. base

$850: avg. bonus

Marketing Associate Salaries at Guitar Center

In Riverside, CA, Marketing Associates earn $680 more than Marketing Associates, and $8,009 less than Social Media Managers.

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*

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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

Marketing Associate Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female Marketing Associate at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $70,192, while the average male Marketing Associate at similar sized companies reported making $77,886.

Marketing Associate Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average Asian or Pacific Islander Marketing Associate at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $76,535, while the average African American/Black Marketing Associate at similar sized companies reported making $64,409.

How Marketing Associates at Guitar Center Rate Their Compensation

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