Calcium+Company

Independent healthcare marketing with medical content

Associate Art Director

Graphic DesignConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timePhiladelphia, PA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in graphic design, communications, advertising, or another related major.
Demonstrate relevant skills and education through a portfolio.
Have the equivalent of 0 to 4 years of graphic design or production experience in an advertising or communications agency, corporate environment, marketing, or design studio or agency; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Understand interactive design and the fundamentals of information architecture.
Communicate effectively and work with a partner or team.
Have a strong work ethic and willingness to join the team and learn on the job.
Desire to work within and continue developing skills in the appropriate software programs.
Be willing to be flexible for the team, agency, and work.

Responsibilities

Apply fundamental graphic and communication design skills while working under the guidance of an experienced Senior Art Director or Art Supervisor.
Execute creative concepts and designs in line with the overall project vision, adhere to creative direction, and implement feedback accurately and efficiently.
Manage workflow proactively, ensure timely reviews with creative leads, and incorporate art changes based on feedback.
Work with internal creative and account teams to align work with project objectives and deliver it on time.
Demonstrate understanding of visual communication design principles, including typography, color theory, composition, and user-centered design.
Design effective layouts based on brand guidelines or evolving creative direction.
Use InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Figma, XD, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint, and adapt to new tools such as AI image generation.
Apply revisions to layouts as directed by the brand team.
Understand print and digital production processes, including file setup, preparation, mechanical release, and file formats.
Demonstrate knowledge of agency and creative processes.
Collaborate with editorial and project management to meet deadlines.
Develop brand expertise and a foundational understanding of relevant science.
Learn and follow documentation and information maintenance protocols.
Organize and maintain source files, assets, layouts, and mechanicals on the company server.
Build positive relationships with colleagues and external clients and contribute to a team-oriented, creatively driven environment.

Desired Qualifications

Healthcare experience is helpful.
Knowledge of motion graphics, video storyboarding, or editing is preferred but not required.

JOB DESCRIPTION
ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR
Creative Department
Reports to: Art Supervisor or Sr. Art Director

Job Summary

In this role you will play a pivotal role in supporting the creative team by applying fundamental graphic and communication design skills while working closely under the guidance of an experienced Senior Art Director or Art Supervisor. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in design—whether from an agency or non-healthcare setting—who is eager to deepen their expertise within a healthcare-focused environment.

Your responsibilities will include executing creative concepts and designs in line with the overall project vision, adhering to creative direction, and implementing feedback with accuracy and efficiency. You will be expected to proactively manage your workflow, ensure timely reviews with creative leads, and efficiently incorporate art changes based on feedback. In this role, strong collaboration and communication skills are essential. You will work closely with internal creative and account teams, ensuring that your work aligns with project objectives and is delivered on time. Professionalism, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving will be critical to your success. Additionally, the Associate Art Director is expected to embody our core values of commitment, integrity, and respect in all aspects of their work. This includes fostering positive relationships with colleagues and external clients while contributing to a team-oriented and creatively driven environment.

Key Job Responsibilities (Duties may include, but are not limited to all or some of the following)

Demonstrate strong understanding of visual communication design principles (typography, color theory, composition, user-centered design).
Design effective and visually compelling layouts based on brand guidelines or evolving creative direction.
Utilize current and emerging software (InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Figma, XD, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint); exerts adaptability and willingness to learn new tools such as AI image generation.
Accurately applies revisions to layouts as directed by the brand team.
Promotes strong understanding of print and digital production processes, including file setup, preparation, mechanical release, and file formats.
Display proficient knowledge of agency and creative processes.
Collaborate with editorial and project management to meet deadlines.
Develop brand expertise and a foundational understanding of relevant science.
Learn and follow documentation and information maintenance protocols.
Organize and maintain source files, assets, layouts, and mechanicals on the Calcium+Company server.

Job Qualifications (Skills/Requirements)

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, communications, advertising, or other related major.
Ability to demonstrate relevant skillsets and education through a portfolio.
Equivalent of 0 to 4 years of graphic design/production experience in an advertising/communications agency or corporate environment, marketing, or design studio/agency (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered); health care experience is helpful.
A comprehensive understanding of interactive design and the fundamentals of information architecture.

Excellent communication skills, including ability to work with a partner/team.
Strong work ethic and desire to join the team and learn on the job.
Proven desire to work within and continue to develop skills in the appropriate software programs.
Goes above and beyond the job description and has the willingness to be flexible for the team, agency, and ultimately the work.
Knowledge of motion graphics, video storyboarding and/or editing is preferred but not required.

For U.S. Job Seekers, it is the policy of Calcium+Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

EOE/AA/M/D/V/F

About the Company

Calcium+Company

Independent healthcare marketing with medical content

Calcium is a healthcare marketing agency that provides strategic and creative services, deep medical and scientific content expertise, and in-house digital capabilities. Its products are delivered through a full-service, independent agency model that combines big-agency talent with a nimble, bureaucracy-free structure to drive growth for brands. The work process centers on close, hands-on client service at senior levels, ensuring resources are focused where they can nourish a brand—whether launching a new product or growing an existing one. Calcium differentiates itself from competitors by offering high-level, senior-led attention without the typical agency overhead, backed by strong medical/scientific content capabilities and digital delivery in-house. The company’s goal is to deliver real market impact for clients and to grow Calcium as a trusted partner in healthcare marketing.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: New York City, New York
Founded: 2012

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