Marketing Associate Jobs in Sacramento, CA

A Marketing Associate is an integral part of the marketing industry, responsible for developing, executing, and managing marketing strategies to drive brand awareness, generate leads, and ultimately increase sales. They are tasked with conducting market research to identify target audiences, analyzing competitors, and staying up-to-date with industry trends to make informed decisions about marketing campaigns. Their role often involves working closely with other marketing professionals, sales teams, and creative departments to produce compelling marketing materials, such as advertisements, social media posts, and email campaigns. Marketing Specialists/Representatives/Associates also track the performance of these campaigns, using various analytical tools to measure success and identify areas for improvement.

To be effective in their role, Marketing Associates should possess strong analytical, communication, and project management skills, as well as creativity and adaptability to respond to changing market conditions. A bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field is typically required, and additional certifications, such as Google Analytics, Facebook Blueprint, or HubSpot Inbound Marketing, are valuable assets that can set candidates apart. Prior to becoming a Marketing Associate, individuals may gain experience in various entry-level marketing and sales roles, such as Marketing Coordinator, Social Media Coordinator, or Sales Representative. As they progress in their careers, Marketing Associates may transition into more specialized roles, such as Digital Marketing Specialist, Brand Manager, or Content Strategist.

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Senior Communications Specialist, Digital Content

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Business Development Associate, AEC - Transportation

  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

TRANSPORTATION PRACTICE Consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 20 transportation firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals versed in all...

Cadillac Racing, Social Media Specialist

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

1 year of experience in social media, content development, or community management, with an understanding of social media platforms and trends and/or in a corporatesetting + **Platform...

Event Marketing Agent - Sacramento

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

HVC Sacramento AMS 3841 N. Freeway Blvd., Suite #290 Sacramento, CA 95834 Sales Office Managed By Hyatt Vacation Ownership Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn...

Event Marketing Agent

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

HVC Sacramento AMS 3841 N. Freeway Blvd., Suite #290 Sacramento, CA 95834 Sales Office Managed By Hyatt Vacation Ownership $1,000 Sign-On Potential Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email...

Marketing Specialist

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago

. + Ensure measurable ROI in digital marketing campaigns to ensure successful outcomes and sales growth.Produce and maintain high-quality commercial product assets and collateral that align with brand...

Food & Safety Brand Specialist

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 9 days ago

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period! For more information about our benefits, see below! We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global...

Brand Specialist - Folsom, CA

  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Who is Beauty Barrage? Beauty Barrage is a full-service strategic sales management team with our Field Team servicing doors across North America. Beauty Barrage works with some of the hottest...

Field Marketing Associate

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 13 days ago

This person will execute the marketing strategy throughout the region. This position reports to the Field Marketing Manager....

Marketing Events Specialist

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 16 days ago

Marketing Campaigns team....

EVENT MARKETING AGENT - *$1,000 SIGN-ON POTENTIAL* (EXPECTED PAY $21K-$76K ANNUALLY)* Hyatt Vacation Club HVC Sacramento AMS US - CA - Sacramento Posted: May 16, 2025 Summary The AMS Marketing...

Catering - Marketing Specialist

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

strategies and personal visits Food Prep Completing food preparation accurately and in a timely fashion, while still in accordance with Costa Vida standards....

Abercrombie & Fitch - Brand Representative, Arden Fair

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Company Description Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for...

Business Development Representative

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ days ago

The Company Horizon Distributors, Inc. (Horizon) is a wholly owned subsidiary of POOLCORP the worlds largest publicly traded distributor of swimming pool, landscaping and outdoor living products...

Hollister Co. - Brand Representative, Arden Fair

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Company Description Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for...

Demographic Data for Sacramento, CA

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Salary for Marketing Associate Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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Highest Education Level

Marketing Associates in Sacramento, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
64.6%
Master's Degree
22.3%
Associate's Degree
4.4%
High School or GED
4.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.4%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Marketing Associates in Sacramento, CA
4-6 years
34.8%
2-4 years
26.1%
1-2 years
17.4%
Less than 1 year
13.0%
None
8.7%


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