Associate, Marketing

Avantus; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 91,790 - 107,988; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical and dental plan options

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Avantus, a California-based developer of clean energy projects, seeks a Marketing Associate with 3+ years of experience to join our Communications & Policy team. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft compelling content, manage conferences and events, strengthen internal communications, and grow our digital presence.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and brand-conscious, with proficiency in CMS, Adobe Creative Suite, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of marketing, communications, or brand management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute marketing and communications programs with internal teams.

Skills

3+ years marketing experience

Digital media & content strategy

Organized & detail-oriented

Creative writing on technical topics

Adaptable under tight deadlines

CMS tools & Adobe Creative Suite

PowerPoint & MS Office

Team player & strong communicator

Proactive, solution-oriented

Discretion with confidential info

Knowledge of marketing trends

Passion for clean energy

Tools

CMS tools

Adobe Creative Suite

PowerPoint

Job description

ABOUT AVANTUS

Avantus develops, owns, and operates utility-scale clean energy projects across California and the Desert Southwest. Our development pipeline represents one of the nation's largest portfolios of solar with integrated storage, capable of providing dispatchable power to 17 million Americans, day and night. With over a decade of industry leadership and strategic investment from KKR and EIG, Avantus delivers affordable, reliable clean energy solutions that meet America’s growing energy demand.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Avantus is seeking a Marketing Associate with at least three years of experience to join our Communications & Policy team. Reporting to the Vice President of Corporate Communications, this role partners closely with teams across the organization to develop compelling content, manage conferences and events, strengthen internal communications, and grow our digital presence.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and deeply attentive to brand standards. We’re looking for a positive, self-motivated professional who takes ownership of their work and adapts quickly to shifting priorities. Avantus offers opportunities to take on stretch projects and continue building new skills across marketing and communications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Content Creation & Digital Communications

• Develop and execute strategic marketing and communications programs in collaboration with internal teams and creative partners
• Create digital content and visual storytelling to support brand and project communications
• Manage Avantus’ digital presence, including website updates and social media monitoring
• Produce project-related materials such as one-pagers, blog posts, and FAQs.

Brand Management & Design Support

• Ensure brand integrity and accuracy across all marketing and communications materials
• Provide design and formatting support for presentations and templates
• Coordinate with design partners to meet timelines and quality standards
• Support photo and video production and curate approved imagery
• Maintain visual asset library and press kit with up-to-date materials

Event Management

• Manage conference participation, sponsorships, and related logistics
• Support planning and execution of project-related and corporate events, including town halls, groundbreakings, ribbon cuttings and our annual employee offsite

Employee Engagement & Internal Communications

• Drive internal awareness of Avantus’ mission, values, achievements, and business strategy
• Partner with HR and Recruiting on employee branding initiatives, including career fairs, recruitment materials, awards, and onboarding new hires
• Maintain and update the company intranet and communications resources
• Support data tracking, reporting, and implementation of internal sustainability initiatives

Administrative Support

• Manage branded merchandise with People & Workplace Experience team
• Support contract execution, coordinating vendors, approvals, and documentation

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of relevant experience in marketing, communications, public relations, or brand management. B2B, infrastructure or renewables experience preferred.
• Experience with digital media, including content strategy, copywriting, graphics and video development.
• Highly organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to conceive and write creatively, including complex technical details.
• Comfortable with ambiguity; able to prioritize, multitask, and meet tight deadlines
• Advanced PowerPoint and Microsoft Office skills; experience with website CMS tools and Adobe Creative Suite preferred.
• Collaborative team player with strong verbal and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a willingness to test new ideas
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential information
• Knowledge of current and emerging marketing trend
• Passionate about clean energy and contributing to a mission-driven team

#LI-Onsite

Avantus offers competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package, including 401(k) matching; comprehensive medical and dental plan options; and flexible PTO. We are an equal-opportunity employer.

The base salary range for this full-time position is listed below (plus bonus and benefits). Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in California. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the applicable location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus and benefits.

Pay Range

$91,790 — $107,988 USD