January 21, 2007
What This Job Pays: marketing director
Pay: The average pay of a marketing director in the Seattle area is $85,073 a year, with most making from $62,220 to $110,000 a year, according to figures compiled by PayScale, a Seattle company that tracks compensation and benefits.
Need to know: Competition for jobs in the marketing field is expected to be keen, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. College graduates with related experience, a high level of creativity, strong communication skills, and computer skills should have the best job opportunities. High earnings, substantial travel and long hours, including evenings and weekends, are common.
PayScale, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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