Marketing Associate Jobs in San Jose, 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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Brand Strategist Senior Analyst

  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world's leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their...

Ant International-A+ Marketing Specialist (US)-A+ Cross Border Mobile Payment - Americas

  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Ant Star Ant International-A+ Marketing Specialist (US)-A+ Cross Border Mobile Payment - Americas Operation-Merchant & Commodity Management Basic information Location: Sunnyvale Working years:...

Event Marketing Associate

  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago

A day in the life of an Event Marketing Associate: Set-up and maintain in-store vendor and booth display throughout the day Engage with potential customers to educate and help them learn about the products...

Senior Content Marketing Specialist

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago

This candidate will be responsible for creating compelling written content, managing our social media presence, and planning and executing high-performing email marketing campaigns that drive engagement...

Marketing Specialist

  • Union City, CA (19 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Union City, CA (19 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago

The ideal candidate will work closely with marketing leadership and global colleagues to deliver measurable business results while managing collateral development and marketing communications....

Digital Marketing Specialist

  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Digital Marketing Specialist Exponent United States, California, Menlo Park 149 Commonwealth Drive (Show on map) Jun 05, 2025 Digital Marketing Specialist ID 2025-2081 Location US-CA-Oakland...

Product Marketing Specialist, PCR and NGS

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Craft and execute impactful marketing campaigns, collateral, and content. Analyze marketing campaign performance and use data-driven insights to optimize strategies and content....

Integrated Marketing Specialist

  • San Jose, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 9 days ago

The Opportunity The Integrated Marketing Specialist will take on end-to-end ownership of programs and projects designed to enhance efficiency, boost performance, and optimize marketing campaigns....

Marketing Associate, Neurovascular

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Work Flexibility: Hybrid As a Marketing Associate on Strykers Neurovascular team, you will play a key role in supporting the marketing strategy for a portfolio of life-saving technologies that treat...

Marketing & Communications Specialist

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Please review the job details below. Maxar Space Systems is seeking a dynamic and versatile Marketing & Communications Specialist to support a range of internal and external engagement and...

Customer Marketing Specialist

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Support launches and campaigns: Provide relevant customer proof points and assets to support integrated marketing campaigns and new product launches....

Abercrombie & Fitch - Brand Representative, Menlo Park

  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 17 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...

Marketing & Communications Specialist Creative

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns, including the creation of original content such as ads and graphics....

Field Marketing Operations Specialist

  • San Jose, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 25 days ago

Title: Field Marketing Operations Specialist Location: San Jose, CA (REMOTE) Duration: 6-12 month contract with possible extension Compensation: $40.00 – $45.00/hr Work Requirements: USC, GC...

Marketing Specialist (Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm)

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 26 days ago

This role involves developing and executing marketing strategies, analyzing market trends, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive brand awareness and growth....

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Salary for Marketing Associate Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Highest Education Level

Marketing Associates in San Jose, 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 San Jose, 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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