Art Director (Health)

twentysix; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

VML Health in New York, NY is seeking a talented Art Director to join our healthcare creative team. This role blends strategic thinking with visual storytelling to deliver campaigns that resonate with clinicians and patients while upholding regulatory standards.

You will lead visual direction across print, digital, and social channels, mentor junior designers, and collaborate with copywriters to translate complex medical information into clear, impactful visuals.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of art direction experience.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating healthcare design.
• Excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
• Understanding of digital design principles and UX best practices.
• Healthcare/pharma experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create visually compelling designs across print, digital, social.
• Partner with copywriters to develop innovative creative concepts.
• Transform complex medical information into clear visual communications.
• Lead the visual direction of projects from concept through execution.
• Guide and mentor junior designers on the team.
• Stay current with healthcare marketing trends and design innovations.
• Present creative work to internal teams and clients.

Skills

Art direction

Visual storytelling

Healthcare design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Job description

Who We Are

VML is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and award‑winning human‑first work for clients including AstraZeneca, Colgate‑Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca‑Cola Company, and Wendy's. In 2026, VML was named Campaign’s Global Network of the Year and ranked #2 Creative Network of the Year at Cannes Lions. VML’s global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore.

VML is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting‑edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel.

For more information, please visit www.vml.com and follow along on LinkedIn #WeAreVML.

**About VML Health: **

** **VML HEALTH is a global healthcare agency that partners with healthcare clients across a broad definition of health, from high science to wellness and everything in between. It operates fluidly within the VML agency, as a core group of health specialists (a ‘vertical’) that has the benefit of autonomy in management, but with support of non‑health expertise.

At the heart of health is the story of life – all the highs and lows, ambitions, and possibilities. But facing a health challenge can suddenly pull people away from these stories, knocking them off course.

Our purpose is to bridge this gap, bringing people closer to life and all its meaning. We gain a deeper understanding of Healthcare Professionals’ and patients’ needs, behaviors and lived experiences through what we call ‘radical empathy’.

VML Health creates connected brands that get to the heart, bringing people closer to the lives they want to live. Get to the heart. Connect for life.

What We Are Looking For:

We are seeking a talented Art Director with a passion for healthcare communications to join our creative team. This role combines strategic thinking with visual storytelling to create compelling healthcare campaigns that resonate with both healthcare professionals and patients while maintaining regulatory compliance.

What You’ll Do:

• Create visually compelling designs across multiple channels (print, digital, social)

• Partner with copywriters to develop innovative creative concepts

• Transform complex medical information into clear visual communications

• Lead the visual direction of projects from concept through execution

• Guide and mentor junior designers on the team

• Stay current with healthcare marketing trends and design innovations

• Present creative work to internal teams and clients

Who You Are:

• A visual storyteller who can simplify complex information

• Strategic thinker with strong conceptual abilities

• Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast‑paced environment

• Detail‑oriented professional with excellent organizational skills

• Passionate about healthcare communications and design innovation

• Self‑motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects

What You’ll Need:

• Strong portfolio demonstrating healthcare design expertise

• 3-5 years of art direction experience

• Excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

• Understanding of digital design principles and UX best practices

• Healthcare/pharma experience preferred

• Experience with regulatory requirements a plus

**What We Offer: **

• Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.

• Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.

• Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar‑for‑dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.

• Growth‑minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real‑time feedback, growth‑oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.

#vmlhealthcareers

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package,

_$45,000—$100,000 USDWe believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.