Freelance Group Copy Supervisor

Syneos Health; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GSW is seeking a Freelance Group Copy Supervisor with strong healthcare advertising experience to lead the development of compelling, strategically driven campaigns for pharmaceutical and biotech brands. This senior-level role combines creative leadership, client partnership, and hands-on copy development.

You'll collaborate with Creative, Medical, Strategy, and Account teams to create work that is scientifically accurate and creatively inspiring.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of pharma advertising agency experience.
• 4+ years of pharmaceutical/healthcare copywriting and copy supervision experience.
• Proven experience leading and mentoring writers in an agency environment.
• Exceptional concepting, storytelling, and copywriting skills.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical regulations, terminology, and promotional communications.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead copy development across multiple brands, campaigns, and promotional initiatives.
• Provide creative leadership and mentorship to copywriters and cross-functional teams.
• Partner with art leadership to develop integrated, concept-driven campaigns.
• Present and sell creative ideas to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Serve as a trusted client partner and strategic advisor.
• Ensure work aligns with brand strategy, regulatory standards, and scientific accuracy.
• Contribute to strategic planning, market insights, and new business opportunities.
• Manage creative quality, workflow, and team resources across assigned accounts.
• Stay current on healthcare, marketing, and cultural trends to drive innovative thinking.

Skills

Pharma advertising

Copy supervision

Mentoring writers

Concepting

Presentation skills

Client-facing

Regulatory knowledge

Copywriting

Job description

Updated: September 10, 2026
Location: Remote, United States
Job ID:18036

GSW is seeking a Freelance Group Copy Supervisor with strong healthcare advertising experience to lead the development of compelling, strategically driven campaigns for pharmaceutical and biotech brands.

This senior-level role combines creative leadership, client partnership, and hands‑on copy development. You'll collaborate with Creative, Medical, Strategy, and Account teams to create impactful work that is both scientifically accurate and creatively inspiring.

*This role will support our Santa Monica office. Must be willing to work PST hours.

*Must submit portfolio that demonstrates strong concepting.

Responsibilities:

• Lead copy development across multiple brands, campaigns, and promotional initiatives
• Provide creative leadership and mentorship to copywriters and cross‑functional teams
• Partner with art leadership to develop integrated, concept‑driven campaigns
• Present and sell creative ideas to clients and internal stakeholders
• Serve as a trusted client partner and strategic advisor
• Ensure work aligns with brand strategy, regulatory standards, and scientific accuracy
• Contribute to strategic planning, market insights, and new business opportunities
• Manage creative quality, workflow, and team resources across assigned accounts
• Stay current on healthcare, marketing, and cultural trends to drive innovative thinking

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of pharma advertising agency experience
• 4+ years of pharmaceutical/healthcare copywriting and copy supervision experience
• Proven experience leading and mentoring writers in an agency environment
• Exceptional concepting, storytelling, and copywriting skills
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical regulations, terminology, and promotional communications
• Excellent presentation, communication, and client‑facing skills