Associate Art Director

Calcium+ Company; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Calcium+Company is seeking an Associate Art Director to support the creative team in healthcare-focused design. You will apply core graphic and communication design skills under the guidance of an experienced Senior Art Director or Art Supervisor, contributing to concept execution and brand-aligned visuals.

You will manage your workflow, incorporate feedback, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver on time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related major.
• Portfolio demonstrating relevant design work.
• 0–4 years in graphic design/production at agency or corporate environment.
• Understanding of interactive design and information architecture.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Willingness to learn new tools and adapt for the team.
• Familiarity with motion graphics is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Apply visual design principles across layouts.
• Collaborate with brand team to meet deadlines.
• Maintain and organize project files on Calcium+Company server.
• Incorporate feedback accurately and efficiently.
• Support art director and senior staff in healthcare-focused projects.

Skills

Portfolio

Communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design

Tools

InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Figma

XD

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR

Creative Department

Reports to: Art Supervisor or Sr. Art Director

Job Summary

In this role you will play a pivotal role in supporting the creative team by applying fundamental graphic and communication design skills while working closely under the guidance of an experienced Senior Art Director or Art Supervisor. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in design—whether from an agency or non-healthcare setting—who is eager to deepen their expertise within a healthcare-focused environment.

Your responsibilities will include executing creative concepts and designs in line with the overall project vision, adhering to creative direction, and implementing feedback with accuracy and efficiency. You will be expected to proactively manage your workflow, ensure timely reviews with creative leads, and efficiently incorporate art changes based on feedback. In this role, strong collaboration and communication skills are essential. You will work closely with internal creative and account teams, ensuring that your work aligns with project objectives and is delivered on time. Professionalism, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving will be critical to your success. Additionally, the Associate Art Director is expected to embody our core values of commitment, integrity, and respect in all aspects of their work. This includes fostering positive relationships with colleagues and external clients while contributing to a team-oriented and creatively driven environment.

Key Job Responsibilities (Duties may include, but are not limited to all or some of the following)

• Demonstrate strong understanding of visual communication design principles (typography, color theory, composition, user-centered design).
• Design effective and visually compelling layouts based on brand guidelines or evolving creative direction.
• Utilize current and emerging software (InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Figma, XD, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint); exerts adaptability and willingness to learn new tools such as AI image generation.
• Accurately applies revisions to layouts as directed by the brand team.
• Promotes strong understanding of print and digital production processes, including file setup, preparation, mechanical release, and file formats.
• Display proficient knowledge of agency and creative processes.
• Collaborate with editorial and project management to meet deadlines.
• Develop brand expertise and a foundational understanding of relevant science.
• Learn and follow documentation and information maintenance protocols.
• Organize and maintain source files, assets, layouts, and mechanicals on the Calcium+Company server.

Job Qualifications (Skills/Requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, communications, advertising, or other related major.
• Ability to demonstrate relevant skillsets and education through a portfolio.
• Equivalent of 0 to 4 years of graphic design/production experience in an advertising/communications agency or corporate environment, marketing, or design studio/agency (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered); health care experience is helpful.
• A comprehensive understanding of interactive design and the fundamentals of information architecture.
• Excellent communication skills, including ability to work with a partner/team.
• Strong work ethic and desire to join the team and learn on the job.
• Proven desire to work within and continue to develop skills in the appropriate software programs.
• Goes above and beyond the job description and has the willingness to be flexible for the team, agency, and ultimately the work.
• Knowledge of motion graphics, video storyboarding and/or editing is preferred but not required.

For U.S. Job Seekers, it is the policy of Calcium+Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

EOE/AA/M/D/V/F