Associate Creative Director, Art
We are looking for an Associate Creative Director who will drive creative strategies for clients in the pharmaceutical and wellness industries. This role requires a unique artistic vision and the ability to communicate that vision to others. Candidates must have deep knowledge of pharmaceutical regulation and understand how to deliver best‑in‑class creative within these regulations. Leadership and mentorship of art teams are essential. You will report to the VP, Creative Director.
This role is open to remote candidates in the United States or Canada, with a preference for candidates in the Eastern time zone.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with departmental leads to create project briefs
- Build strong client relationships through creative ideation, recommendations, and support
- Present creative concepts and strategies to clients and other cross‑functional teams
- Provide insight and expertise on brands, disease states, clinical trials, data, competitive products, and relevant media and technology
- Uncover and create unique marketing initiatives that deliver on client strategies
- Accountable for producing high‑quality art assets and managing any 3rd‑party vendors to do so
- Assist in managing day‑to‑day operations of the design team, including setting priorities, assigning resources, and ensuring project goals are achieved
- Work with the Creative Directors to motivate and encourage the creative team to grow while maintaining strong collaborative relationships with other internal stakeholders
- Stay abreast of industry, competitor, and cultural trends, integrating these references into creative ideas; influence industry trends and contribute to shaping agency strategies
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, life sciences, or a related field
- At least 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical marketing, with at least 5 years in an agency environment and 3 years at a leadership level
- Experience leading brand planning for clients with budgets in the $3M–$8M range
- In‑depth knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations and industry trends
- Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
- Excellent presentation and client interaction skills
$140,000 - $180,000 a year
We provide a base salary plus bonus and benefits to our team.