Research conditions in local, regional, national, or online markets. Gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or plan a marketing or advertising campaign. May gather information on competitors, prices, sales, and methods of marketing and distribution. May employ search marketing tactics, analyze web metrics, and develop recommendations to increase search engine ranking and visibility to target markets. Excludes “Web and Digital Interface Designers” (15-1255), “Art Directors” (27-1011), “Graphic Designers” (27-1024), and “Public Relations Specialists” (27-3031). 

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Employment Outlook	Growth Rate 1.8% Openings Per Year 3,951
Wages	Median Hourly $41 per hour Average Annual $100,340 per year
Education Needed	Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Education Available in Washington	Apparel and Textile Marketing Management Business Analytics Consumer Merchandising/Retailing Management Digital Marketing Marketing Research Marketing, Other Marketing/Marketing Management, General Tourism and Travel Services Marketing Operations Vehicle and Vehicle Parts and Accessories Marketing Operations
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