Associate Creative Director, Copy (Pharma Ad Agency Experience Required)

EVERSANA INTOUCH; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

EVERSANA INTOUCH seeks an Associate Creative Director, Copy to lead the brand voice across portfolio projects, partnering with art directors and other teams to develop compelling storytelling and concepting.

You will mentor the copy team, present work to clients, contribute to new business pitches, and ensure inclusive, diverse creative that meets strategic and business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education plus professional experience required.
• At least 8 years of writing experience in marketing, advertising or a related field.
• Experience writing for both HCP and DTC audiences; rare disease experience is a plus.
• AOR experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• ACD of Copy leads the creative team, owning concept and copy development across projects.
• Multitask and delegate to manage diverse projects while contributing to idea generation.
• Acts as a liaison between senior creative and cross-functional teams, delivering outputs that meet strategic and creative expectations.
• Demonstrates advanced presentation skills and sells work externally while fostering client relationships.
• Provides career guidance, mentorship, and support to the full copy team.
• Participates in new business as a conceptor and writer of pitch-winning ideas.
• Demonstrates commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in daily practice.

Skills

Copywriting

Leadership

Storytelling

Concepting

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

EVERSANA INTOUCH®is a global, full-service marketing agency network serving the life sciences industry, and is the first – and only – agency network to be part of a fully integrated commercialization platform through EVERSANA®. We provide next-generation creative and media services, enterprise solutions and data analytics services for clients.

We get fired up when people talk about getting—and staying—healthy. That’s where we find our inspiration: in the very human experiences of patients, doctors, and even each other. Then, we collaborate on ways to make caring for one’s health more achievable, connecting patients and physicians with the information and tools they need.

We embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Improving patient lives around the world is a priority, and we need people from all backgrounds and swaths of life to help build the future of the healthcare and the life sciences industry. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that embraces our cultural beliefs.

Job Description

WHAT DOES AN ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR, COPY DO?

We are seeking a talented and visionary Associate Creative Director, Copy , to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in copywriting and concepting, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for storytelling. As an Associate Creative Director, Copy, you will work closely with your art partner, the Creative Director, and other team members to develop and execute compelling creative while serving as the owner of the brand voice and narrative for both internal and external teams.

• The ACD of Copy is an active contributor to and leader of the creative team, taking full responsibility of the work and owning concept and copy development on various projects across the portfolio ranging in complexity and scope.
• The ACD of Copy has a proven ability to multitask and delegate as appropriate to ensure seamless management of projects of varying types, while still contributing to idea generation that moves the needles for their brands.
• This individual is a direct liaison between senior creative and cross-functional team members, focused on consistently delivering work that answers stratetic, business, and creative expectations while collaborating seamlessly.
• Possesses advanced presentation skills and is often called upon to sell work externally and foster strong client relationships.
• Responsible for providing career-building guidance, mentorship, and support to the full copy team to promote growth and development.
• Responsible for particcipating in new business as a conceptor and writer of pitch-winning ideas.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education plus professional experience required
• At least 8 years of writing experience in marketing, advertising or a related field
• Experience writing for both HCP and DTC audiences; rare disease experience is a plus
• AOR experience is preferred

Additional Information

OUR CULTURAL BELIEFS:

Patient Minded I act with the patient’s best interest in mind.

Client Delight I own every client experience and its impact on results.

Take Action I am empowered and empower others to act now.

Grow Talent I own my development and invest in the development of others.

Win Together I passionately connect with anyone, anywhere, anytime to achieve results.

Communication Matters I speak up to create transparent, thoughtful and timely dialogue.

Embrace Diversity I create an environment of awareness and respect.

Always Innovate I am bold and creative in everything I do.

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From EVERSANA’s inception, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have always been key to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for improving the lives of patients and leading innovation within the healthcare industry. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one’s identity. All of our employees’ points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.

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