Marketing Associate Jobs in California

Marketing Associate jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in consumer technology, entertainment, e-commerce, and healthcare across Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego. Major employers with deep California roots, including Apple, Netflix, and Kaiser Permanente, hire marketing associates at every level from entry-level coordinators to senior specialists. The most in-demand specialties right now are digital marketing, content strategy, and performance analytics. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles118+
Top employerDoorDash
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring48
Work type43% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Associate Manager, Brand Marketing
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Associate Manager, Brand Marketing
REFORMATION
Los Angeles, California
Content Marketing
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$70k - $88k/yr
Bachelor's degree
201-500

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Associate Marketing Director
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Associate Marketing Director
Balanced Body
Sacramento, California
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Research & Academia
On-Site
Master's degree in business administration
201-500

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Associate Manager, Email & CRM Marketing
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Associate Manager, Email & CRM Marketing
Buck Mason
Los Angeles, California
Business Strategy
Marketing
Product Marketing
$75k - $85k/yr
11-50

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Sr. Associate, Marketing Product Operations
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Sr. Associate, Marketing Product Operations
DoorDash
San Francisco, California
Creative & Design
Product Management
UI/UX Design
$83k - $122k/yr
Remote (US)
Military encouraged
10,000+

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Associate Manager, Marketing Product Ops, CRM Automation
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Associate Manager, Marketing Product Ops, CRM Automation
DoorDash
San Francisco, California
Creative & Design
Product Management
UI/UX Design
$109k - $160k/yr
Remote (US)
Military encouraged
10,000+

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Marketing Associate Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
15 jobs
San Francisco
15 jobs
El Segundo
8 jobs
San Diego
7 jobs
Lake Forest
6 jobs
Alameda
5 jobs
San Mateo
5 jobs
Irvine
3 jobs
Anaheim
3 jobs

Marketing Associate Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

DoorDash7 open roles
Mattel7 open roles
MatterHackers6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Education
  • Science & Research

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in marketing associate jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a closely related field
  • Proficiency with digital marketing platforms such as Google Ads and Meta Business Suite
  • Experience with CRM tools like Salesforce or HubSpot to manage campaigns and contacts
  • Strong written communication skills for creating copy, briefs, and campaign reports
  • Familiarity with analytics tools such as Google Analytics or Adobe Analytics
  • Ability to coordinate cross-functional projects with creative, sales, and product teams

Marketing Associate Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a marketing associate in California?

A bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field is the standard entry point for marketing associate roles in California. The state does not require a government-issued license for this role. California employers, particularly in tech and entertainment, increasingly look for candidates with a portfolio of campaign work, hands-on experience with digital tools, and familiarity with data-driven marketing practices gained through internships or coursework.

Which companies hire marketing associates in California?

Employers hiring marketing associates in California right now include DoorDash, Mattel, and MatterHackers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's dense concentration of technology companies, entertainment studios, and consumer brands makes it one of the most diverse hiring markets in the country for this role.

Which California cities have the most marketing associate jobs?

Los Angeles, San Francisco, and El Segundo have the most marketing associate openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its entertainment, media, and consumer brand headquarters, while San Francisco and the broader Bay Area are driven by technology and SaaS companies, and San Diego draws demand from biotech, defense, and hospitality employers headquartered along the coast.

Are there remote marketing associate jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 57% of marketing associate openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the work, including content creation, campaign management, and reporting, is done entirely through digital tools. Roles focused on event coordination or in-person brand activations are more likely to require an on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a marketing associate in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a marketing internship or coordinator role at a California company, which often converts to a full-time marketing associate position. Large California employers such as tech firms in the Bay Area and media companies in Los Angeles run structured new-grad rotational programs. Adjacent roles in sales support, content coordination, or social media management at California agencies or startups also open the door, and a portfolio of real campaign results, even from freelance or student projects, gives candidates a concrete edge.

Where can I find and apply to marketing associate jobs in California?

You can find and apply to marketing associate jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Search the roles that fit your background and apply directly from the listing.

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