$78,985
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$50k
MEDIAN
$79k
90%
$166k
The average salary for a Marketing Director is $78,985
Base Salary
$50k - $166k
Bonus
$2k - $31k
Total Pay
$41k - $175k
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What Do Marketing Directors Do?
Marketing Director Tasks
- Direct, plan and oversee the marketing strategies of the organization's products and services.
- Maintain awareness in market changes and adjust marketing strategies accordingly.
- Oversee staff operations, business planning, staff and advertising budget development.
- Act as subject matter expert to leadership on issues relating to effective marketing.
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Gender Breakdown
Female
71.4%
Male
28.6%
This data is based on 14 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
Common Health Benefits
Medical
88%
Dental
71%
Vision
47%
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