Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from MERGE
Job overview
The Pharma Associate Creative Director - Copy at MERGE leads creative copywriting efforts in the Life Science sector, driving impactful brand communication and health-related messaging for clients.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves ideating concepts with art partners, creating award-winning print and digital communications, providing feedback, presenting to clients, supervising 2-4 employees, collaborating across teams, and leading new business pitches.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $120,000 - $150,000, with benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K, Lifestyle Spending Account, Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Flexible Time off & Holidays, and other rewards.
Experience and skills
Requires 8-10 years in advertising with 6+ years in Life Science copywriting, a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, strong multi-channel writing skills, an online portfolio, expert direct response and digital media knowledge, excellent presentation skills, and strong attention to detail.
Career development
MERGE promotes career growth by encouraging creative mastery, agility, and collaboration, offering opportunities to lead projects and new business pitches.
Work environment and culture
MERGE fosters a supportive, diverse, and inclusive environment valuing ability, agility, and humility, with a focus on health, wellness, and happiness.
Company information
MERGE is a creative agency with offices across major cities, serving clients in healthcare, life sciences, and consumer products, known for combining storytelling and technology.
Team overview
The candidate will supervise a small creative team of 2-4 senior art directors or below, collaborating closely with client service, project management, and editorial teams.
Job location and travel
Offices are located in multiple US and Canadian cities including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, Montreal, New York City, and Los Angeles; remote work options are not specified.
Unique job features
The role uniquely blends creative storytelling with technology in the Life Science industry, offering the chance to impact health and wellness through innovative, award-winning campaigns.
Company overview
MERGE is a leading digital marketing and technology services firm that specializes in creating integrated customer experiences through data-driven strategies and innovative technology solutions. They generate revenue by offering a suite of services including digital marketing, creative design, technology development, and data analytics to a diverse range of clients across various industries. Founded in 2003, MERGE has grown through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, establishing itself as a key player in the digital transformation space. Candidates should note the company's emphasis on collaboration, innovation, and a client-centric approach, which are central to its operations and culture.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your 8-10 years of advertising agency experience with a strong emphasis on 6+ years in Life Science industry copywriting, showcasing your ability to develop concepts and write across print, digital, social, broadcast, and experiential mediums.
Emphasize your skills in direct response writing, digital media production knowledge, and your experience in leading creative teams and delivering client presentations, as these are key responsibilities for the Associate Creative Director-Copy role at MERGE.
Apply through multiple channels including MERGE's corporate careers page and LinkedIn, ensuring your application is visible to recruiters across platforms.
Connect with current MERGE employees in the creative and Life Science divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent campaigns MERGE has done in healthcare or asking about how they integrate storytelling with technology in their projects.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords such as 'Life Science copywriting,' 'direct response writing,' 'digital media production,' 'creative leadership,' and 'client presentations' to increase chances of passing automated screenings.
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