Marketing Careers

• Account manager
• Advertising sales agent
• Promotions manager
• Sales representative
• Marketing manager
• Sales managers
• Market research analyst
• Public relations managers and specialists
• Retail sales worker
• Wholesale and manufacturing sales representative
• Copy writer
• Market analysis/ strategic research
• Marketing director
• Marketing coordinator
• Marketing communications manager/director
• Product manager
• Brand Manager
• Event planner
• Consumer representative

 

Salaries and Career Opportunities

Employment in advertising, promotions, and marketing management is expected to grow 14% from 2010 to 2020. This industry will continue to be essential for organizations as they seek to maintain and expand their share of the market.
Annual wages depend on the job title and responsibilities. The median wage for marketing managers in 2010 was $112,800 with the lowest 10% earning less than $57,750 and the highest 10% earning more than $166,400.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, US Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2012-2013 Edition.