Associate Creative Director

VP, Associate Creative Director, CopyNew York, NYAt BGBx, we're driven by a simple idea: breakthrough thinking creates breakthrough impact. As an independent commercial solutions partner to pharmaceutical and life science companies, we bring together strategists, scientists, communicators, creatives, technologists, and data experts to tackle some of healthcare's most important challenges.Our teams work across consulting and communications to help clients shape strategy, launch innovations, engage stakeholders, and drive meaningful results throughout the product lifecycle. The work is complex, fast-moving, and deeply connected to improving lives, creating opportunities for curious minds to make a real difference every day.If you're energized by collaboration, inspired by innovation, and motivated by work that matters, you'll find a place to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact at BGBx.Position OverviewThe VP, Associate Creative Director, Copy is a senior-level creative department position. The ACD is the key day-to-day point of contact and partner for Account Management in defining and executing the promotional plan for the client's business.ResponsibilitiesOversight of the book of business for a brand or brands handled by his/her creative teamIn partnership with the CD/ACD, Art, ensures the quality of ideation and execution of all work across assigned brandsPartners with Medical to maintain the highest level of scientific accuracy in development of promotional work, as well as exploration of new opportunities based upon the dataPartners with Strategy and Account on project deliverables and objectivesCrafts superior promotional copy, including messages, concepts, and campaignsHas the strategic acumen to complete the Creative Brief for conceptual assignments, and refine it with input from Creative Director, Medical, Account, and StrategyCreative leadershipLeads cross-department conceptual effortsTakes a key role in developing and presenting new business pitchesSets and reinforces standards for creative excellence (STORM criteria) across the departmentServes as a senior creative lead for the extended agency team; value recognized by the clientTakes a leadership role on team strategic and tactical planningPartners with Studio, Digital, and Presentation to help establish and maintain the highest possible standards of execution for all materials across mediaDiscovers and delivers enrichment opportunities for the department and the agency; enhances agency-wide initiatives such as Start ClassTeam managementEvaluates creative ideation and execution; provides perspective for enhancement of team skill set and expertiseProvides regular feedback, including completion of APEs, and encourages their professional developmentResponsible for team utilization and workflow (staff allocation, project timing, and budgets) and issue managementProactively assesses processes and people for improvement; anticipates and intervenes to prevent potential crisesSkillsExceptional creative ideation and evaluation skills, with the facility to work across media and audiencesRoutinely puts the best work on the wall in creative reviews—a go-to person for great ideasExpertise and understanding of the regulatory and business environment of healthcare communicationsAble to conceive and deliver strong presentations, whether on creative, strategic, or agency educational topicsCool under pressure, flexible thinker, able to prioritize and delegateEducation/Experience8+ years in healthcare communications, ideally with a history of leadership inLarge team and/or multiple brand managementBringing new assets from pre-launch through launch (including high-science and accelerated approval products, with cross channel campaign execution)Cross-functional teams (combining Medical Communications, PR, Promotion, etc.)New business pitchesGlobal assignmentsBachelor's degree preferredContinually pursues personal development to stay current and better understand our brands and businessRecipient of awards for creative excellenceSalary Range: $170,000 - $200,000What We OfferAt BGBx, we invest in our people because exceptional talent drives exceptional work. We provide a competitive rewards package designed to support your health, well-being, professional growth, and life outside of work.Our benefits package typically includes health care insurance, retirement plans, generous paid time off and holidays, wellness benefits, life insurance, learning and development opportunities, and other resources that support our employees throughout their careers. Additional benefits may be available based on your location. Beyond benefits, you'll find a culture built on collaboration, innovation, inclusion, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on healthcare and the people it serves.BGBx is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any category or class of person protected by law.