There is light on the other side of a music career and it's Sweetwater! - Guitar Gallery Technician Sweetwater Employee Review

5.0
28 Aug 2020
Recommend
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Pros

A career path in almost any department to move up and grow with. We get to handle and work on every brand of guitar that Sweetwater carries. We an opportunity to build great relationships with some of our favorite musical gear manufacturers in the world. There are many Perks from Sweetwater in the form of amazing benefits and the surrounding area has so much respect for what Sweetwater does for the community that most businesses offer additional discounts for any Sweetwater employee. Cost of Living is so low that the payscale means a better lifestyle in the area (Voted a "Most Livable City" by Forbes.) Great for those looking for a safe place to raise their families. Family Events at the zoo, picnics, festivals and concerts put on or sponsored by Sweetwater to keep the family culture and connection to community strong. The agility to work in a field of passion such as music, while learning and growing in a supportive environment. A Free Onsite Express Clinic for family members of Sweetwater employees. A Climate Controlled Distribution Center! Free access to the Sweetwater Gym, Lending Library, retail store, the arcade and great discounts on gear and services that Sweetwater offers, as well as other Sweet family businesses such as Sweet Cars and Longe Optical.

Cons

Not a "Con", but it would be nice to have a service that's sole purpose was to help new staff and their families moving to the area to find safe, comfortable short term and long term housing nearby that offer perks and discounts, since people seem to be drawn to Sweetwater from all over.

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5.0
19 June 2026
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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
5 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

If sales and music are your drives, Sweetwater is as good as it gets. Management in my experience has been very supportive and development-oriented, creating a positive culture around the company. They have a fantastic training program (albeit intense) that trains on both products and sales methods, so even if you're lacking experience in a given category there's plenty of coaching and training to get you ready for the role. Over time, the position can also be quite lucrative which compliments Fort Wayne's low cost of living well. They also offer relocation assistance since all positions are on-site, and a great benefits package. I've been fortunate to become great friends with many of my coworkers and honestly some days don't even feel like work. Ultimately, with this job you get what you put in, and making a solid living to geek out over music gear all day is a pretty sweet gig.

Cons

The job is very demanding - it's a fully commission sales job that revolves around constant customer outreach via call, text, and email. This means starting out is tough financially, and days are usually long. Try to have a savings cushion before you start, especially if you're moving from another city/state. You also work nights, holidays, and rotate through weekend shifts which won't be new for those who have worked retail before, but it's still a tough adjustment. Starting out I struggled from a social aspect as well. Fort Wayne is a cool city, but it's no LA, NY, or Chicago. Long hours at work make going out and making friends or getting involved in community groups/organizations difficult.

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