"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 VP of Advertising Salary

The average Guitar Center VP of Advertising earns an estimated $198,243 annually, which includes an estimated base salary of $179,118 with a $19,125 bonus. Guitar Center's VP of Advertising compensation is $31,767 more than the US average for a VP of Advertising. VP of Advertising salaries at Guitar Center can range from $120,000 - $364,000.

The Marketing Department at Guitar Center earns $14,315 more on average than the Operations Department.

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Average Compensation

$179,118: avg. base

$19,125: avg. bonus

VP of Advertising Salaries at Guitar Center

VPs of Advertising earn $24,653 more than Directors of Marketing.

Director of Marketing

$174k*

Senior Marketing Manager

$148k*

Marketing Operations

$106k*

Marketing Manager

$106k*

Data Analyst

$103k*

Brand Manager

$101k*

Content Strategist

$97k*

Event Planner

$94k*

Business Analyst

$92k*

Social Media Manager

$85k*

Content Manager

$85k*

Copywriter

$82k*

SEM Manager

$78k

Email Marketer

$77k*

SEO Specialist

$76k*

Community Manager

$76k*

Marketing Associate

$71k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at Guitar Center by Department

The Marketing Department averages $14,315 more than the Operations Department, and $2,827 less than the Finance Department

Finance

$95,313 Avg. total comp.

+$3k

Marketing

$92,486 Avg. total comp.

Operations

$78,171 Avg. total comp.

-$14k

VP of Advertising Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female VP of Advertising at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $130,000, while the average male VP of Advertising at similar sized companies reported making $228,000.

VP of Advertising Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average African American/Black VP of Advertising at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $364,000, while the average Caucasian VP of Advertising at similar sized companies reported making $150,000.

How VPs of Advertising at Guitar Center Rate Their Compensation

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