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At Hot Topic we pride ourselves on being the destination of pop culture and music merchandise. We do this by hiring the best people, having the best product, and providing the best customer experience for our one-of-a-kind fans. We give back to our communities in our partnerships with Mental Health America, Notes for Notes, and Little Kids Rock. Hot Topic’s unique culture thrives in an open and collaborative work environment where autonomy and authenticity shape your success. As a company that stays ahead of trends, we want you to come with innovative perspectives, cutting-edge thought leadership, and a readiness to learn, all of which will contribute to the continued success of our business. We’ve built an inclusive community where you’re encouraged to be who you are and love what you do! read more

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TOTAL RATINGS: 6822

CEO: Steve Vranes

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Hot Topic SEO Specialist Salaries in Los Angeles

The average Hot Topic SEO Specialist in Los Angeles earns an estimated $72,870 annually, which includes an estimated base salary of $71,495 with a $1,375 bonus. Hot Topic's SEO Specialist compensation is $10,782 more than the US average for a SEO Specialist. SEO Specialist salaries at Hot Topic in Los Angeles can range from $50,000 - $90,000.

In Los Angeles, The Marketing Department at Hot Topic earns $6,906 more on average than the Operations Department.

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Average Compensation

$71,495: avg. base

$1,375: avg. bonus

SEO Specialist Salaries at Hot Topic

In Los Angeles, SEO Specialists earn $1,162 more than SEO Specialists, and $3,864 less than Copywriters.

Director of Marketing

$154k*

Marketing Operations

$109k*

Brand Manager

$108k*

Senior Marketing Manager

$107k*

Business Analyst

$89k*

Marketing Manager

$89k*

Copywriter

$77k*

SEO Specialist

$72k*

Marketing Associate

$57k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at Hot Topic by Department

In Los Angeles, The Marketing Department averages $6,906 more than the Operations Department, and $1,468 less than the Business Development Department

Business Development

$86,652 Avg. total comp.

+$1k

Marketing

$85,184 Avg. total comp.

Operations

$78,278 Avg. total comp.

-$7k

SEO Specialist Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female SEO Specialist at companies similar size to Hot Topic reported making $68,010, while the average male SEO Specialist at similar sized companies reported making $73,125.

SEO Specialist Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average Caucasian SEO Specialist at companies similar size to Hot Topic reported making $71,955, while the average African American/Black SEO Specialist at similar sized companies reported making $56,000.

How SEO Specialists at Hot Topic Rate Their Compensation

The majority of SEO Specialists at Hot Topic believe they're not compensated fairly. 40% of SEO Specialists at Hot Topic say they receive annual bonuses, and the majority (41%) are not satisfied with their benefits. See more compensation ratings at Hot Topic

Do you believe you're paid fairly?

31% Yes

Does your company give annual bonuses?

40% Yes

Are you satisfied with your Benefits?

41% Yes

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