Associate Creative Director

About VML Health:  

VML HEALTH is a global healthcare agency that partners with healthcare clients across a broad definition of health, from high science to wellness and everything in between. It operates fluidly within the VML agency, as a core group of health specialists (a ‘vertical’) that has the benefit of autonomy in management, but with support of non-health expertise.  

At the heart of health is the story of life – all the highs and lows, ambitions, and possibilities. But facing a health challenge can suddenly pull people away from these stories, knocking them off course. 

Our purpose is to bridge this gap, bringing people closer to life and all its meaning. We gain a deeper understanding of Healthcare Professionals’ and patients’ needs, behaviors and lived experiences through what we call ‘radical empathy’. 

VML Health creates connected brands that get to the heart, bringing people closer to the lives they want to live.  Get to the heart. Connect for life. 

What We're Looking For:

We're seeking a passionate and highly creative Associate Creative Director, Copy, to lead and inspire our team. You're a strategic thinker with a proven track record of developing compelling and effective copy for the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. You possess a strong understanding of marketing principles, advertising best practices, and the ability to translate complex scientific information into clear and engaging messaging. You're a natural leader, a skilled communicator, and a collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Be responsible for on-brand creative concepts for assigned projects, working closely with copy partner, and ensures consistency of concepts across tactics.
• Grasp the creative brief for core insight and ensures creative is aligned with strategy, with a strong emphasis on understanding HCP insights and strategic objectives.
• Work closely with art partner and guide team(s) to stay focused on the big idea.
• Contribute award-worthy concepts and recommendations to execute ideas, with an eye towards impact and relevance within the HCP landscape.
• Lead production efforts and demonstrates ability to work within budget or can articulate justification to increase budget for projects.
• Foster strong relationships with clients and spot opportunities to enhance or build on a project (upsell).
• Be able to present confidently to client and clearly communicate how creative work/copy meets the strategic and business objective.
• Manage multiple projects, sometimes for various brands with different scopes and ensure all project of self and team deadlines are met.
• Craft compelling and persuasive copy across a variety of channels, including digital, print, video, and social media.
• Ensure all copy is accurate, compliant, and aligned with brand guidelines.
• Mentor and develop junior copywriters, sharing your expertise in HCP communication best practices.

Who You Are:

• A creative visionary with a passion for healthcare communications and a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical industry.
• A collaborative leader who thrives in a team environment and fosters a culture of inclusivity and creative bravery.
• A confident and persuasive communicator, capable of presenting complex ideas clearly and concisely to clients and internal stakeholders.
• A strategic thinker who can connect creative concepts to business objectives and demonstrate the value of creative work.
• A results-oriented individual with a strong work ethic and a commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

What You'll Need:

• 5-7 years of relevent client or agency experience with 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
• A portfolio that demonstrates creative and conceptual thinking and award-winning copy, in the healthcare/pharma industry.
• The ability to translate complex scientific information into clear and engaging copy.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• A strong understanding of marketing principles and advertising best practices.

What we offer: 

• Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
• Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
• Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
• Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.

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