Creative Director, Copy (pharma agency exp required)

EVERSANA; Illinois; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

EVERSANA INTOUCH is seeking a visionary Creative Director to lead our creative team in delivering innovative concepts that align with brand vision and marketing objectives for life sciences clients in the United States.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years of digital, print, traditional and trade marketing experience, 5+ years in pharmaceutical marketing, and a proven ability to lead, inspire, and present compelling work to clients and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of digital, print, traditional and trade marketing experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical marketing, with drug launch know-how highly valued
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical marketing and all that it entails: disease state and product science, therapeutic industry standards, legal restrictions and competitive markets
• Knowledge and background in working with therapeutic clients
• Bachelor’s degree required (or equivalent in education + experience)
• Book of strategic and beautiful work; highly conceptual
• A mix of DTC and HCP work is needed
• Management and supervisory skill set; sense of humor
• An understanding of both the creative and strategic aspects of advertising and leadership

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative team and oversee development and execution of concepts.
• Present to persuade clients; lead pitch efforts and presentations.
• Inspire and mentor team, manage and collaborate effectively.
• Stay ahead of healthcare marketing trends and drive innovative work.

Skills

Marketing experience

Digital marketing

Pharmaceutical marketing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

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.

WHAT DOES A CREATIVE DIRECTOR, COPY DO?

We are seeking a visionary and experienced Creative Director to lead our creative team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in creative direction, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for innovation. As a Creative Director, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and execution of creative concepts that align with brand vision and marketing objectives.

• Think and execute.Exceptional conceptual abilities and creative direction talent within a multimedia landscape.
• Passionate about creating work that matters.
• Be curious.Must have an unquenchable thirst for knowledge — of the problem, the possible solutions and our target — in order to discover the big ideas that matter.
• Inspire.Not only must you know the trends and innovations in healthcare marketing, but you need to set the stage for the next wave.
• Push the envelope.Leverage industry knowledge and creative chops to push past the expected option into compelling work that drives behavior.
• Be a leader and collaborator.Manage the team through experience, empowerment and autonomy to foster great work and growth. Bring laughs. Leave ego.
• Present to persuade.Eloquently explain every aspect of a creative solution and how it solves the client challenge. This means leading rock-solid pitch efforts and presentation prowess.
• Rock a can-do attitude.You can anticipate and adjust for problems and roadblocks throughout any stage of the creative process. No time? No problem!
• Hungry for more. You’re a part of the inner circle and responsible for the health of your creative team. That means finding more ways to feed and grow clients’ brands — and our business. Easy as pie, right?
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
• All other duties as assigned

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• 12+ years of digital, print, traditional and trade marketing experience
• 5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical marketing, with drug launch know-how highly valued
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical marketing and all that it entails: disease state and product science, therapeutic industry standards, legal restrictions and competitive markets
• Knowledge and background in working with therapeutic clients
• Bachelor’s degree required (or equivalent in education + experience)
• Book of strategic and beautiful work; highly conceptual
• A mix of DTC and HCP work is needed
• Management and supervisory skill set; sense of humor
• An understanding of both the creative and strategic aspects of advertising and leadership

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 InnovateI am bold and creative in everything I do.

EVERSANA is committed to providing competitive salaries and benefits for all employees. If this job posting includes a base salary range, itrepresentsthe low and high end of the salary range for this position and is not applicable to locations outside of theU.S. Compensation will bedeterminedbased on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). This role is eligible for hire in select U.S. locations based on business and operational considerations. For a full list of locations, visiteversana.com/careers.More information about EVERSANA’s benefits package can be found ateversana.com/careers. EVERSANA reserves the right tomodifythis base salary rangeand benefitsat any time.

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.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of EVERSANA to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for EVERSANA. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodations applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview and hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].

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