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At Merck, known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada, we are unified around our purpose: We use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world. For more than 130 years, we have brought hope to humanity through the development of important medicines and vaccines. We aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company in the world – and today, we are at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals. We foster a diverse and inclusive global workforce and operate responsibly every day to enable a safe, sustainable and healthy future for all people and communities. read more

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Merck VP of Advertising Salary

The average Merck VP of Advertising earns an estimated $194,633 annually, which includes an estimated base salary of $175,508 with a $19,125 bonus. Merck's VP of Advertising compensation is $28,157 more than the US average for a VP of Advertising. VP of Advertising salaries at Merck can range from $120,000 - $364,000.

The Marketing Department at Merck earns $972 more on average than the Operations Department.

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$194,633

Average Compensation

$175,508: avg. base

$19,125: avg. bonus

VP of Advertising Salaries at Merck

VPs of Advertising earn $52,713 more than Senior Marketing Managers, and $74,367 less than Directors of Marketing.

Director of Marketing

$269k

Senior Marketing Manager

$142k*

Brand Manager

$114k*

Marketing Operations

$110k*

Content Strategist

$109k*

Marketing Manager

$105k*

Marketing Associate

$103k*

Business Analyst

$94k*

Event Planner

$92k*

Copywriter

$92k*

Content Manager

$88k*

Social Media Manager

$83k*

SEM Manager

$83k*

Email Marketer

$80k*

SEO Specialist

$75k*

Community Manager

$74k*

Data Analyst

$71k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at Merck by Department

The Marketing Department averages $972 more than the Operations Department, and $6,967 less than the Legal Department

Legal

$100,581 Avg. total comp.

+$7k

Marketing

$93,614 Avg. total comp.

Operations

$92,642 Avg. total comp.

-$972

VP of Advertising Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female VP of Advertising at companies similar size to Merck 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 Merck reported making $364,000, while the average Caucasian VP of Advertising at similar sized companies reported making $150,000.

How VPs of Advertising at Merck Rate Their Compensation

The majority of VPs of Advertising at Merck believe they're compensated fairly. 83% of VPs of Advertising at Merck say they receive annual bonuses, and the vast majority (78%) are satisfied with their benefits. See more compensation ratings at Merck

Do you believe you're paid fairly?

69% Yes

Does your company give annual bonuses?

83% Yes

Are you satisfied with your Benefits?

78% Yes

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