Associate Creative Director, Copy

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

Life and disability insurance

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible work options (hybrid/remote)

Vacation, personal day, and public/bal

Employee assistance program

Parental leave & fertility policies

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Ladders is seeking an Associate Creative Director, Copy to join a leader in the Healthcare space, remote for US-based candidates. You will shape breakthrough copy across patient and HCP marketing, partnering with creative, account, and strategy teams to deliver work that is strategically grounded and emotionally resonant.

The ideal candidate brings deep pharmaceutical experience, strong grasp of clinical information and competitive dynamics, and the ability to guide creative concepts from idea

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years of creative copywriting experience, with at least 3 years in pharma writing.
• Pharmaceutical experience required, particularly in patient marketing and HCP.
• Experience leading teams and mentoring junior creatives.
• Ability to direct writing and design for interactive, motion, and print projects.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills with a commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Deliver breakthrough creative work while influencing peers.
• Lead projects from conception to completion.
• Understand strategic and financial goals for clients and the agency.
• Master clinical data and competitive landscape for brands and accounts.
• Champion creativity by sharing inspiring work frequently.
• Develop and strengthen client relationships.
• Manage multiple teams and work streams efficiently and profitably.

Skills

Team leadership

Copywriting

Communication

Customer service

Pharma writing

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in advertising, marketing, writing

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Associate Creative Director, Copy to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space.

This role will shape breakthrough copy across patient and HCP marketing efforts, partnering closely with creative, account, and strategy teams to deliver work that is both strategically grounded and emotionally resonant.

The ideal candidate brings deep pharmaceutical experience, a strong grasp of clinical information and competitive dynamics, and the ability to guide creative concepts from idea through execution across multiple channels.

In this role, you will lead teams, strengthen client relationships, and help ensure creative output meets both brand objectives and business goals in a fast-paced agency environment.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $150,000 – $170,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Deliver breakthrough creative work while influencing peers
• Lead projects from conception to completion
• Understand strategic and financial goals for clients and the agency
• Master clinical data and competitive landscape for brands and accounts
• Champion creativity by sharing inspiring work frequently
• Develop and strengthen client relationships
• Manage multiple teams and work streams efficiently and profitably

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years of creative copywriting experience, with at least 3 years in pharma writing
• Pharmaceutical experience required, particularly in patient marketing and HCP
• Experience leading teams and mentoring junior creatives
• Bachelor's degree in advertising, marketing, writing, or a related field preferred
• Ability to direct writing and design for interactive, motion, and print projects
• Strong customer service skills with a commitment to quality
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Benefits

• 401K plan with employer match contribution up to 4%, immediately vested
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote options
• 20 vacation days plus one personal well-being day, and 9 public holidays
• Access to free counseling through an employee assistance program
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, family leave, and fertility policies
• Continuous professional development opportunities with on-demand training

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification - your background could be exactly what this team needs.