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Marketing Coordinator

Guitar Center, Ballenger Creek, MD, USA

Pay: $45,000-$50,000/yr

Job type: Full Time


At Music & Arts, we are passionate about music education and committed to supporting the educators shaping the next generation of musicians.

We are seeking a

Marketing Coordinator, School Services

to support the execution of marketing programs, educator events and conferences, and key initiatives aligned with our strategic goals. This role reports to the Marketing Manager, School Services, and works cross‑functionally with field teams, advocacy partners, and internal stakeholders to bring campaigns and events to life.

Join one of the nation’s leading companies in the industry and help us support educators at every level to grow and sustain their programs.

Essential Functions (Not all inclusive)

Support School Services field team initiatives through the planning, execution, and tracking of marketing materials for on‑ground success

Assist in the coordination of state and national educator events, including marketing support, budget tracking, and alignment with field leadership

Manage ticketing workflows and support execution of advocacy campaigns within the Be Part of the Music program

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (field, digital, merchandising, and advocacy) to execute integrated marketing campaigns

Manage Baton magazine subscription operations, including list maintenance, shipping coordination, and subscriber communications

Track campaign performance and provide reporting insights to support optimization and decision‑making

Maintain and update databases, spreadsheets, and tools used to manage marketing deliverables

Support vendor and partner relationships, including coordination of marketing deliverables and timelines

Manage social media ticketing workflows, ensuring timely intake, prioritization, and execution of content requests

Handle administrative aspects of marketing projects, including invoice processing, budget tracking, reconciliation, documentation, and reporting

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Experience

1‑2 years of experience in marketing, communications or project management

Associate degree in business administration or equivalent work experience

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Requirements

1 year of experience in music retail

Bachelor’s degree in business, or communications

Knowledge of Microsoft Access and Projects

Knowledge of school band & orchestra programs

About Music & Arts
The first Music & Arts was located in a small house in Bethesda, MD and run by founder Benjamin O’Brien. When Music & Arts opened its doors in 1952, we offered printed music, music lessons, dance lessons, and art supplies. Ben decided shortly after opening his business that he wanted to focus on music to better serve his customers — a decision that remains intact to this day.

Since the 1990’s, Music & Arts has expanded nationwide through organic growth and a series of acquisitions and mergers with other music dealers. In 2005, Music & Arts joined forces with American Music to become the largest band and orchestra instrument retailer in the United States. Based in Frederick, MD, Music & Arts is now part of the Guitar Center enterprise and comprises 200+ retail stores, 120+ educational representatives, and 300+ affiliate locations.

Benefits
For our employees who are musicians we offer the unique opportunity of gig leave—take time off to share your music with the world and return to your job after your tour! Guitar Center offers robust benefits and perks, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plus company match, mental health support, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program, and tuition reimbursement options.

Pay Rate
$45,000 - $50,000/yr depending on background and experience. The job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education, and other factors. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Music & Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‑related requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1‑818‑735‑8800 ext. 2862 or by sending an email to recruiting@guitarcenter.com.

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