Associate Creative Director, Copy

Syneos Health, Inc.; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Syneos Health, Inc. in Santa Monica, CA is seeking an Associate Creative Director, Copy. You will be the strategic lead, shaping messaging and content across campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling content for healthcare professionals and patients.

The ideal candidate has 8-10 years of agency experience with a strong background in pharmaceutical copy leadership and exceptional storytelling skills. This role also includes mentoring capabilities and understanding regulatory processes. The compensation range is $140,000 to $160,000.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in an agency setting, with at least 6 years in pharmaceutical copy leadership.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Deep understanding of social platforms and emerging cultural trends.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the creative lead and owner of copy across assigned brands and campaigns.
• Partner with art directors on brand and concept development.
• Lead development of content, maintaining brand tone and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Exceptional copywriting

Storytelling

Communication skills

Mentoring creative talent

Conceptual thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in advertising or related field

Job description

Updated: Today
Location: Santa Monica, CA, United States
Job ID:11652

Role Overview

You inspire and reach people with just a few words. As an Associate Creative Director, Copy, you’ll be a strategic and creative leader, shaping the voice and messaging across campaigns. You’ll collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams—including art, account and strategy—to deliver compelling, brand‑aligned content that resonates with healthcare professionals and patients alike. This role combines creative vision, content strategy, and leadership to drive innovation and excellence in healthcare advertising.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the creative lead and “owner” of copy across assigned brands and campaigns.
• Partner with art directors on brand and concept development, ensuring cohesive visual and verbal storytelling.
• Lead the development of long‑form and short‑form content, maintaining brand tone, consistency, and regulatory compliance (MLR).
• Collaborate with UX, Tech, and CX teams to align content with user experience and platform requirements.
• Provide strategic input and creative leadership in client meetings and presentations.
• Participate in market research and message testing to refine promotional content.
• Mentor and manage copywriters, fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, communications, English, journalism, or a related field.
• 8–10 years of experience in an agency setting, with at least 6 years in pharmaceutical copy leadership.
• Exceptional copywriting, storytelling, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage cross‑functional teams and mentor creative talent.
• Strong conceptual thinking and ability to connect abstract ideas into compelling narratives.
• Deep understanding of social platforms (e.g., X/Twitter, Instagram, YouTube) and emerging cultural trends.
• Experience navigating regulatory processes and medical/legal review (MLR).
• Ability to quickly grasp complex medical and technical content and translate it into clear, engaging messaging.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $140,000 to $160,000. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Some positions may include eligibility to earn commissions or bonus based on company and/or individual performance.

Syneos Health companies are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled).