Associate Creative Director, Art - Oncology Specialization

About the role

The Associate Creative Director of Art leads the visual and design direction for major healthcare campaigns, establishing creative standards and guiding art teams in execution. They collaborate with copywriters and strategists to develop integrated creative concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the visual and design direction for major healthcare campaigns, establishing creative standards and guiding art teams in execution
• Develop visual concepts and design systems that support client brand positioning and campaign objectives across digital, print, and experiential
• Mentor art and design teams, conduct creative reviews, and maintain visual quality standards while balancing creative ambition with healthcare constraints
• Collaborate with copywriters and strategists to develop integrated creative concepts that convey messaging and drive audience response
• Present creative work to clients, articulating creative strategy and managing feedback through approval and final production

Requirements

• 7–10 years of art direction or graphic design experience in advertising, marketing, or creative agencies with demonstrated leadership
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and strong understanding of visual design principles, color theory, and design systems
• Portfolio demonstrating ability to establish creative vision, direct design teams, and deliver integrated creative across multiple mediums

Qualifications

• Desired: Award-winning work or industry recognition; experience with art direction in healthcare context
• Experience across multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, rare disease, cardiovascular, or neurology
• Familiarity with digital production workflows, accessibility standards, and responsive design across healthcare digital channels
• Exposure to emerging creative technologies including generative AI tools for ideation, asset production, and concepting
• Comfort and enthusiasm for using AI as a regular part of how work gets done