Senior Art Director

Remote; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer 


Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Flexible spending accounts for health/

Health Savings Account

Employee Assistance Program

Disability coverage (short/long-term)

Life insurance (1.5x salary)

Professional development

Remote work location within the United

Job summary

Partner Agency in the United States is seeking a Senior Art Director to shape compelling visual communications across print and digital channels within healthcare and life sciences. You will translate complex healthcare concepts into engaging creative solutions for diverse audiences including healthcare professionals, patients, payers, and health systems.

You will establish the visual direction for multiple brands while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality work on

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in a fast-paced agency environment, ideally supporting pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Arts, Design, Advertising, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Solid knowledge of digital platforms, applications, and contemporary design practices.
• Demonstrated ability to develop creative concepts and translate objectives into visual communications.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and execute innovative visual solutions for print and digital communications across healthcare audiences.
• Establish and maintain the visual tone, creative direction, and design consistency of multiple brands.
• Collaborate with creative directors and cross-functional agency teams to develop high-quality concepts.
• Coordinate the work of in-house and freelance designers throughout the creative process.
• Support the planning and coordination of workflows and project execution.
• Partner with PM teams to prioritize deliverables, track progress, and meet deadlines.
• Maintain high creative standards while balancing multiple projects and stakeholder needs.

Skills

Agency experience

Pharma clients

Creative leadership

Brand development

Visual storytelling

Project coordination

Deadline management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/Graphic Arts/Design/Advertising

Tools

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

PowerPoint

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Art Director based in the United States.

We are seeking a creative and strategic Senior Art Director to shape compelling visual communications across print and digital channels within the healthcare and life sciences sectors. In this role, you will translate complex healthcare concepts into engaging creative solutions for diverse audiences, including healthcare professionals, patients, payers, and health systems. You will establish the visual direction for multiple brands while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, audience-focused creative work. The position combines hands-on design expertise with creative leadership, workflow coordination, and project execution. You will work closely with creative leadership, designers, freelancers, and project managers to maintain quality and meet deadlines. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact through thoughtful design in a fast-paced, collaborative agency environment.

Accountabilities

• Conceptualize, design, and execute innovative visual solutions for print and digital communications across a range of healthcare audiences.

• Establish and maintain the visual tone, creative direction, and design consistency of multiple brands.

• Collaborate with creative directors and cross-functional agency teams to develop effective, high-quality creative concepts.

• Help coordinate and guide the work of in-house and freelance designers throughout the creative development process.

• Support the planning and coordination of creative workflows, including the logistical aspects of project execution.

• Partner with project management teams to prioritize deliverables, track progress, and ensure projects are completed within established timelines.

• Maintain high creative standards while balancing multiple projects, stakeholder needs, and deadlines.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience in a fast-paced agency environment, ideally supporting pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients.

• A bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Arts, Design, Advertising, or a related field is preferred.

• Strong proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator, along with Microsoft PowerPoint.

• Solid working knowledge of digital platforms, applications, and contemporary design practices.

• Demonstrated ability to develop compelling creative concepts and translate strategic objectives into effective visual communications.

• Strong organizational, collaboration, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.

• Experience providing creative direction or leading designers is an advantage.

• Previous studio experience is a plus.

• Ability to work effectively with creative, account, and project management teams in a deadline-driven environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.

• Generous annual paid time off and 10 paid holidays.

• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.

• Health Savings Account option with employer contributions.

• Employee Assistance Program to support personal well-being.

• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.

• Company-paid life insurance equal to 1.5 times annual salary.

• Opportunities for professional development and creative growth.

• Remote work location within the United States.