Associate Creative Director, Copy (must have DTC/pharma agency exp)

Associate Creative Director, Copy

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?

The Associate Creative Director, Copy (ACD) is a contributor, manager, and leader of brands, who sets the bar in terms of craft for senior-level copy team members. The ACD has a proven ability to multitask, delegate, and manage as appropriate to ensure seamless management of business, while still contributing to idea generation and executional excellence. They are a direct liaison between creative and senior account team members and clients across their assigned brands, answering and exceeding strategic and creative expectations. They demonstrate a high level of business acumen while also nurturing the talents of others. The ACD possesses advanced presentation and persuasion skills and is adept at leading meetings and selling work internally and externally. The ACD is a leader that sets a positive tone and is a role model for others.

• Proven experience owning/leading/managing projects across portfolio on multiple brands ranging in scope, complexity and channel, and ability to create a cohesive brand experience
• Mastery in concepting the big idea and pulling it through as a campaign across multiple channels
• Effectively manages team and business in collaboration with the Creative Director
• Mastery in defining brand voice and tone
• Adaptability and ability to lead team in a new direction, initiating change
• Proficient in providing feedback on copy to advance the work and deliver against expectations
• Mastery in estimating hours on an individual or team level for various projects across the portfolio
• Actively manages workloads and works with resourcing to ensure proper utilization and gather additional resources when necessary
• Advanced understanding of business and communications strategy and how to leverage different channels to achieve those goals
• Understands the importance of utilization and works hard to hit targets individually and for the extended team
• Mastery of accessibility best practices and a commitment to apply these to our work
• Creates an environment that rewards innovation
• Growing understanding of each team member's individual strengths (superpowers) and how best to leverage these talents to deliver the best work
• Promotes a 'roll-up your sleeves' culture, and has a reputation of moving the work forward
• Helps mentor and grow mid- to senior-level team members, elevating their craft and expanding their industry knowledge
• Regularly leads client presentations, communicating an advanced understanding of strategy and how our creative will advance business goals
• Is a go-to resource for new business efforts

Qualifications

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• 8+ years of experience in healthcare/pharma advertising
• A wide range of industry experience among various disease states for both consumers and healthcare professionals
• Ability to develop meaningful creative across the omnichannel journey. Strong preference for candidates with social and television/broadcast experience
• Must have deep DTC experience
• Recognized creative lead and contributor on both conceptual and tactical projects
• Must be highly conceptual
• Advanced command of scientific information and copywriting as well as the ability to work seamlessly with internal/external medical and legal teams
• Must be a creative leader with the ability to lead copy team and establish cross-functional relationships
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage teams and high-project volume
• Highly collaborative and proactive team player, with a proven track record of building strong internal and client relationships

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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