What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Creative Director - Copy position at IPG Health?
Job Description
About the Job
Lead innovative storytelling across multiple accounts and brands as an Associate Creative Director, Copy, fostering creative inspiration and overseeing campaign ideation, execution and strategic brand solutions. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure creative integrity, client satisfaction and budget adherence. In this role, you will supervise and develop copy talent, drive organic growth and contribute to new business initiatives, while maintaining strong client relationships and staying attuned to industry trends. Ultimately, you will bring bold ideas to life, fueling creative excellence and business impact.
A Day in the Life
- Lead creative ideation and execution across multiple brands, partnering with Accounts, Senior Creative Management, and Clients.
- Drive innovative storytelling, staying updated on industry trends and inspiring internal teams and clients.
- Collaborate with production teams to ensure quality work, managing photo shoots, video, and film production.
- Foster cross-functional collaboration, maintaining positive relationships with Editorial, Account, Strategy, and Project Management teams.
- Build strong client relationships through creative ability, active communication, and professional expectation management.
- Develop and advocate for marketing strategies, possessing in-depth understanding of accounts, categories, and target audiences.
- Supervise and develop copy talent, providing mentorship, hiring, staffing, and performance management.
- Ensure efficient resource utilization, partnering with Creative Resourcing for scopes, billability, and freelance support.
- Contribute to new business growth through pitch concepting and execution, evaluating opportunities for existing brands.
What You Will Need
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications or related field (preferred).
- 7 years of experience in Marketing/Advertising.
- Portfolio showcasing strong writing ability.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and agency-specific software.
- Expertise in social media, digital best practices, and healthcare copywriting (AMA style).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong mentorship and relationship-building abilities.
- Effective multitasking, prioritization, and financial management skills.
- Proven leadership and people management abilities.
- Demonstrated professionalism, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Our Global Benefits
- My Time Off (MTO) - our flexible approach to time off that allows you to take the time you need and enjoy it!
- Career Progression - we offer personalized development opportunities and clear career pathways.
- Health and wellbeing programs that provide you access to different services and offerings to prioritize your health.
- Company Savings Plans to help you plan for the future.
- Parental Leave benefits for all new parents.
Salary
$135,000.00 - $180,000.00
The salary range for this position is noted within this job posting. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee's/applicant's background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.
About the Agency
https://www.area23hc.com/
Part of the IPG Health network, AREA 23 is a full-service agency focused on pushing creativity and invention in healthcare marketing to new heights. Its "What If" way of working provides a framework for breakthrough ideas that truly drive innovation and keep clients ahead of industry trends. AREA 23 has been consistently recognized with the highest industry awards and honors including three Grands Prix at Cannes Lions and "Healthcare Agency of the Year" at Cannes Lions in 2017, 2020/2021 and 2022, and "Global Health Agency of the Year" and "Global Pharma Agency of the Year" at the 2022 London International Awards. The agency was also recognized as the #1 most creative agency in the world on The Drum's 2023 World Creative Rankings - the first time a healthcare agency has secured the top spot in the U.S. and global leaderboards.
For U.S. Job Seekers
It is the policy of IPG Health and any of its affiliates 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.
Salary : $135,000 - $180,000
