Campaign Manager Jobs in California

Campaign Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in political consulting, technology advocacy, nonprofit fundraising, and consumer brand marketing, with openings at every level from junior coordinator to senior director. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Sacramento account for the largest share of hiring, where employers like Salesforce, Google, and the California Democratic and Republican state parties maintain ongoing campaign operations. Digital advertising strategy, voter and constituent outreach, and integrated multi-channel campaign execution are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles19+
Top employerNVIDIA
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring7
Work type74% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Marketing Campaign Manager
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Marketing Campaign Manager
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San Francisco, California
Marketing
Content & Communications
Growth Marketing
On-Site
None

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Aikido Security
Creative Campaign Manager
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Creative Campaign Manager
Aikido Security
San Francisco, California
Marketing
Brand & Social Media
Creative & Design
Growth Marketing
Brand Marketing
Creative Direction
On-Site
None

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TikTok
Dine-In Campaign Manager
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TikTok
Added 1w ago
Dine-In Campaign Manager
TikTok
Los Angeles, California
Marketing
Content & Communications
Project & Program Management
Growth Marketing
Content Marketing
Project Management
$103k - $209k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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NVIDIA
Campaign Manager, Cybersecurity
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NVIDIA
Added 2w ago
Campaign Manager, Cybersecurity
NVIDIA
Santa Clara, California
Marketing
Content & Communications
Growth Marketing
Product Marketing
Communications
Security Engineering
$136k - $213k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Stripe
Integrated Campaigns Manager
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Stripe
Added 2w ago
Integrated Campaigns Manager
Stripe
San Francisco, California
Marketing
Content & Communications
Brand & Social Media
Growth Marketing
Content Marketing
$191k - $287k/yr
Hybrid
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Campaign Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
8 jobs
Santa Clara
4 jobs
Los Angeles
2 jobs
Mountain View
2 jobs
Redwood City
1 jobs
San Bruno
1 jobs
San Jose
1 jobs

Campaign Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • NVIDIA
    NVIDIA3
  • Stripe
    Stripe2
  • TikTok
    TikTok2
  • Aikido Security
    Aikido Security1
  • Baidu USA
    Baidu USA1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software10
  • Banking & Financial Services3
  • Science & Research2
  • Cybersecurity1
  • Law & Legal Services1

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in campaign manager jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in political science, communications, marketing, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience managing multi-channel campaigns end to end across digital and traditional media
  • Proficiency with CRM and campaign management platforms such as Salesforce, HubSpot, or NGP VAN
  • Strong analytical skills including A/B testing, performance reporting, and budget tracking
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage external vendors or agency partners
  • Familiarity with California campaign finance disclosure rules and FPPC compliance requirements

Campaign Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a campaign manager in California?

Most campaign managers in California build toward the role through a bachelor's degree in political science, communications, or marketing, followed by hands-on work in field organizing, digital advertising, or communications coordination. California does not require a state-issued license for political or marketing campaign managers, but experience with California Fair Political Practices Commission compliance and knowledge of state disclosure rules are genuine hiring advantages. Many professionals move up from roles as field organizers, campaign coordinators, or marketing specialists at California-based advocacy groups, political consulting firms, or large brand advertisers.

How much do campaign managers make in California?

Campaign managers in California earn a median of about $193,620 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $104,370 for the lowest 10% to over $326,400 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire campaign managers in California?

Employers hiring campaign managers in California right now include NVIDIA, Stripe, and TikTok, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of technology companies, entertainment studios, and statewide political organizations means demand cuts across industries and is not limited to any single sector.

Which California cities have the most campaign manager jobs?

San Francisco, Santa Clara, and Los Angeles have the most campaign manager openings in California. Los Angeles drives volume through its entertainment, consumer brand, and advocacy sectors, San Francisco and the broader Bay Area reflect demand from technology companies running product and policy campaigns, and Sacramento draws openings tied to state government affairs, legislative advocacy, and political consulting firms operating close to the Capitol.

Are there remote campaign manager jobs in California?

Yes, and more than many comparable roles, because campaign strategy, digital advertising management, and content planning translate well to distributed teams. About 26% of campaign manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how broadly technology and advocacy employers have adopted flexible work arrangements. The most remote-friendly functions tend to be paid media management, email and content strategy, and data analytics, while field-based or event-driven campaign roles typically require an in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a campaign manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a field organizer, marketing coordinator, or communications associate role at a California-based political consulting firm, advocacy organization, or mid-size consumer brand. Large California employers including county Democratic and Republican party organizations, Sacramento-area lobbying firms, and Bay Area technology companies with policy teams regularly hire associates and junior coordinators who work up through campaign cycles. Building a portfolio of independently managed social media campaigns, email fundraising projects, or community outreach efforts, combined with familiarity with NGP VAN or a major CRM platform, gives candidates without formal experience a concrete edge.

Where can I find and apply to campaign manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to campaign manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across political, nonprofit, technology, and consumer sectors. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each one through the listing.

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