Marketing Executive Jobs in California

Marketing Executive jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in consumer technology, entertainment, e-commerce, and financial services, with openings at every level from entry-level brand coordinator to VP of marketing. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the primary hiring hubs, home to major employers such as Apple, Disney, and Salesforce, all of which maintain large, established marketing teams across product, content, and demand generation. The most in-demand specialties in the California market are performance marketing, brand strategy, and integrated campaign management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles21
Top employerAmazon
Top citySan Diego, CA
Cities hiring12
Work type63% Hybrid
Top industryManufacturing

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Bilingual Executive & Personal Assistant with Social Media Marketing Experience
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Bilingual Executive & Personal Assistant with Social Media Marketing Experience
united home remodeling inc
Cypress, California
Content & Communications
Creative & Design
Multimedia Production
$19 - $25/hr

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Fractional Marketing & Executive Assistant
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Fractional Marketing & Executive Assistant
Moowa
Fremont, California
Growth Marketing
Marketing
Product Marketing
Hybrid

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Executive Assistant to the Founder | Marketing & Communications
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Executive Assistant to the Founder | Marketing & Communications
MQ
Los Angeles, California
Content Marketing
Marketing
Social Media Management
$69k - $83k/yr
Hybrid
501-1,000

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Executive Assistant, Global Series Marketing, Amazon MGM Studios and Prime Video
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Executive Assistant, Global Series Marketing, Amazon MGM Studios and Prime Video
Amazon.com
Culver City, California
Business Operations
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$25 - $34/hr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Senior Executive Marketing Product Marketing Manager, Executive Marketing, CoE
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Senior Executive Marketing Product Marketing Manager, Executive Marketing, CoE
Google
San Francisco, California
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
$171k - $247k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Marketing Executive Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Diego
3 jobs
Los Angeles
3 jobs
San Francisco
3 jobs
Concord
2 jobs
Culver City
2 jobs
Irvine
1 job
Cypress
1 job
Fremont
1 job
Oakland
1 job

Marketing Executive Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

Amazon2 open roles
MQ1 open role
WD1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Science & Research

What California Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, or a closely related field
  • Proven experience leading integrated marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels
  • Proficiency with marketing automation platforms such as HubSpot, Marketo, or Salesforce Marketing Cloud
  • Strong command of data analytics tools to measure campaign performance and inform strategy
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams, agency partners, and external creative vendors
  • Familiarity with California Consumer Privacy Act compliance as it applies to marketing data practices

Marketing Executive Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a marketing executive in California?

The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or business followed by progressive experience in roles such as marketing coordinator, manager, or brand specialist. California has no state-issued license for marketing executives, so advancement depends on a demonstrated portfolio of campaigns, measurable results, and leadership experience. Many California employers also value an MBA or a recognized digital marketing certification from bodies such as the American Marketing Association.

How much do marketing executives make in California?

Marketing executives 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 marketing executives in California?

Employers hiring marketing executives in California right now include Amazon, MQ, and WD, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's mix of global technology headquarters, entertainment studios, and consumer brands means demand is spread across a wider range of industries than in most other states.

Which California cities have the most marketing executive jobs?

San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Francisco have the most marketing executive openings in California. Los Angeles drives volume through its entertainment, media, and e-commerce industries, while San Francisco and San Jose reflect the concentration of technology headquarters in the Bay Area, and San Diego is anchored by life sciences companies and defense-sector contractors that maintain active marketing functions.

Are there remote marketing executive jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 88% of marketing executive openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves digital strategy, content planning, and campaign analytics rather than on-site production. Performance marketing, content strategy, and demand generation roles tend to carry the highest share of fully remote arrangements.

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

The most realistic entry point is a coordinator or associate marketing role at a mid-size California technology, retail, or media company, where you can build measurable campaign experience quickly. Large California employers such as Salesforce, NBCUniversal, and Pacific retail chains run structured rotational or associate marketing programs that are accessible to recent graduates. A portfolio of personal projects, freelance work, or an American Marketing Association Professional Certified Marketer credential will differentiate a candidate without a long employment history.

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

You can find and apply to marketing executive jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your background and target location, and apply directly to each one.

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